VENUS by The Sea in Fort Walton Beach

VENUS by The Sea
Homes for Sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL

All 414 homes for sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL · median $398,000 · 282 homes for sale in 32548 · Okaloosa County homes for sale

Community in Fort Walton Beach · Okaloosa County · ZIP 32548
35 homesBuilt 1965–2003
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As of October 2026, VENUS by The Sea in Fort Walton Beach, FL has 2 homes for sale. As of October 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in VENUS by The Sea in Fort Walton Beach, FL, the most recent in September 2022. Across Fort Walton Beach as a whole, 287 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $357,612, 39 median days on market, with 99 homes for sale today. At that median and Okaloosa County's FY2025-26 rate of 12.89 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,610 ($4,100 with the full homestead exemption).

VENUS by The Sea key facts
LocationFort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, FL · ZIP 32548
Homes in the community35 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1965–2003 (median 1970)
Typical living area2,376 sq ft (median)
Amenities listed by sellersDumpster, Elevators, Laundry, Leasehold, Picnic Area, Pool
For sale right now2 active, 0 pending · median asking $253,000
Owner-occupied (homestead) share56%

Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “VENUS by The Sea key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/venus-by-the-sea, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · VENUS by The Sea Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0%
Under contract
Okaloosa: 23% (551 of 2,441)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
56%
Owner-occupied · VENUS by The Sea
20 of 36 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
44%
Non-owner-occupied · VENUS by The Sea
incl. 25% trust or LLC-held · 17% out-of-state
35
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 36 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 4 years of records
Est. 1965
Community established
homes built 1965-2003, median 1970 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

VENUS by The Sea is a small coastal enclave in Fort Walton Beach, and with just one active listing as of mid-2026, this is a thin market by definition. There is no median price to anchor to and no spread to read, so pricing here is set by the individual property on the table — its condition, its position, and how motivated the seller is — rather than by any community-wide trend.

For a buyer, that means patience and flexibility: inventory can appear and vanish quickly, and you may wait for the right unit rather than choose among several. For a seller, a single competing listing cuts both ways — less direct competition, but also fewer recent comparables to lean on when setting price. In a market this narrow, deal terms are negotiated one address at a time.

The 60-Second Overview

VENUS by The Sea is a compact, beach-oriented community in Fort Walton Beach where availability is limited and turnover is low. Treat any active listing as an opportunity that may not repeat soon.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers set on a beach-adjacent Fort Walton Beach location who can act on short notice
  • Long-hold buyers comfortable underwriting a single property on its own merits
  • Buyers who value a low-turnover pocket and don't need multiple options to compare

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want several listings to weigh side by side
  • Buyers who require documented community amenities or shared facilities
  • Buyers on a tight timeline who need a deep local comp set to justify their offer

The market around VENUS by The Sea

VENUS by The Sea is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32548, 322 homes are on the market and 15% are under contract — a slower corner of Fort Walton Beach.

Across Okaloosa County, 1,890 homes are active and 551 pending (23% under contract).

In ZIP 32548 (Fort Walton Beach), 338 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $325K, up 11.9% year over year, with a median 41 days on market. Right now 112 active and 32 pending listings put supply at about 5.0 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32548 housing market and the Okaloosa County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not VENUS by The Sea specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in VENUS by The Sea, Fort Walton Beach

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 47 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-09-25)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in VENUS by The Sea

Live MLS inventory for VENUS by The Sea. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending VENUS by The Sea listings as of 2026-10-01, priced high to low. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in Venus By The Sea Right Now (2)

All 2 active and pending Venus By The Sea listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

Schools

In short
  • Okaloosa County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Elliott Point · Elementary
  • Bruner · Middle
  • Fort Walton Beach · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent VENUS by The Sea listings and can change; always confirm with Okaloosa County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any VENUS by The Sea address.

If we were buying in VENUS by The Sea today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in VENUS by The Sea.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a specific coastal address in Fort Walton Beach and can move when it appears.
Biggest Risk
Thin inventory and no community-level price data make timing and valuation harder.
Sweet Spot
A patient buyer paired with the right single listing in the right condition.
Avoid If
You need choice, amenity-rich common areas, or a quick, comp-backed purchase.

A thin-inventory coastal pocket

The defining feature of VENUS by The Sea right now is scarcity. A single active listing tells you this is a place people tend to hold, and it means the usual tools — median trends, days-on-market averages, price-per-square-foot comps within the community — simply do not have enough data behind them to be reliable. Value here is best assessed against comparable coastal properties elsewhere in Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa County, then adjusted for what this specific home offers.

Current MLS listings identify no dedicated community amenities, so the draw is the location and the individual home rather than shared facilities. If you are buying here, underwrite the property on its own merits — condition, layout, proximity to the water — and don't assume amenity value that isn't documented.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in VENUS by The Sea. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a one-listing market, the value we add is judgment, not volume. We track when inventory moves, pull comparables from the wider Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa coast to price a home honestly, and tell you plainly when the single available property is worth pursuing — or when it isn't. On the sell side, we help you set a number without a deep local comp set to lean on.

VENUS by The Sea in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a specific coastal address in Fort Walton Beach and can move when it appears.
Biggest advantageLow turnover means little direct competition among listings when you do transact.
Biggest riskThin inventory and no community-level price data make timing and valuation harder.
Sweet spotA patient buyer paired with the right single listing in the right condition.
Avoid ifYou need choice, amenity-rich common areas, or a quick, comp-backed purchase.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the VENUS by The Sea homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in VENUS by The Sea.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed VENUS by The Sea sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Okaloosa County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,251/mo
Okaloosa County typical true cost to own
$220/mo
Okaloosa County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

How much local inventory is already under contract

16% of homes for sale in ZIP 32548 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-02).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in VENUS by The Sea?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 35 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in VENUS by The Sea (public records).
What share of VENUS by The Sea is owner-occupied?
56% of VENUS by The Sea parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in VENUS by The Sea built?
Homes in VENUS by The Sea were built between 1965 and 2003, with a median year built of 1970 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for VENUS by The Sea?
The best agent for VENUS by The Sea is one who actively works Fort Walton Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for VENUS by The Sea.
How do I find a top Fort Walton Beach real estate agent who knows VENUS by The Sea?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows VENUS by The Sea and the wider Fort Walton Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for VENUS by The Sea?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your VENUS by The Sea purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is VENUS by The Sea, and what county is it in?
VENUS by The Sea is in Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, FL, ZIP 32548. The community's center is about 5 miles west of the center of Fort Walton Beach (straight-line).
Buyers set on a beach-adjacent Fort Walton Beach location who can act on short noticeExcellent fit
Long-hold buyers comfortable underwriting a single property on its own meritsExcellent fit
Buyers who value a low-turnover pocket and don't need multiple options to compareExcellent fit
Buyers who want several listings to weigh side by sideProbably not
Buyers who require documented community amenities or shared facilitiesProbably not
Buyers on a tight timeline who need a deep local comp set to justify their offerProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32548))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2022 (1 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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