Village of Sugar Beach in Santa Rosa Beach

Village of Sugar Beach
Homes for Sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Community in Santa Rosa Beach · Walton County · ZIP 32459
41 homesBuilt 1996–2024Median sale $1.57M
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Built fromLive Emerald Coast MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Village of Sugar Beach in Santa Rosa Beach, FL has 1 home for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $1,567,500, a median 18 days on market, sellers accepting 96% of original asking (+15% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1997–2026 with 1 new construction. At the median price and Walton County's FY2025-26 rate of 9.758 mills, annual property tax runs about $15,300 ($14,910 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Village of Sugar Beach Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$1.57M
Median sold · 12 mo
up 14.8% vs the prior 12 months
+14.8%
1-yr price change
n = 4 and 5 sales in the two windows
95.5%
Sale vs ask
Walton median: 94.7%
Tempo
3.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
18days
Median DOM · closed
0 days at the 2021 low
0%
Under contract
Walton: 20% (907 of 4,494)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
2%
Owner-occupied · Village of Sugar Beach
1 of 44 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
98%
Non-owner-occupied · Village of Sugar Beach
incl. 43% trust or LLC-held · 77% out-of-state
41
Homes in the community
plus 3 vacant residential lots · 44 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
Est. 1996
Community established
homes built 1996-2024, median 2005 (FL DOR 2025)
9.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 4 of 41 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Price here is driven by the beach-proximate location in Santa Rosa Beach and by condition, not by any single home type. The median sits at $1,567,500, but with a spread of build years from 1996 to 2024 and a median living area around 2,490 square feet, what you pay tracks how recently a home was updated and how it lives relative to the water. Treat the median as an anchor, not a menu — the range around it is wide and condition-led.

Market posture is tight and quick. With just one active listing against 41 homes and a median of 18 days on market, this is a low-inventory setting where well-prepared listings move fast and buyers rarely get their pick. Year-over-year the median is up 14.8%, so sellers hold leverage; buyers should come pre-approved and decisive rather than expecting to negotiate from a position of choice.

Village of Sugar Beach Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Village of Sugar Beach right now

🟡 Balanced market. 3.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records, as of September 12, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 4 closed sales in 12 months).

🟢 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($1.57M) is up 14.8% from the prior 12 months ($1.37M). With about 2 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Emerald Coast MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12. Confidence: Low (4 and 5 sales in the two windows).

What's unique here: the median sale price is about 2x the typical Walton County sale ($1.57M vs $680K, trailing 12 months, Emerald Coast MLS records).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

Updated September 12, 2026 · Live data: Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Village of Sugar Beach market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $1.57M, a median 18 days on market for closed sales, and 3.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 15% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Emerald Coast MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).

Village of Sugar Beach is a community of 41 homes in Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County, built between 1996 and 2024 (median 2004.5), with a median living area of about 2,490 square feet. 2% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

The Village of Sugar Beach is a small, established enclave of 41 homes near the coast in Walton County, where a homestead share of roughly 2% signals a market weighted heavily toward second homes and rentals rather than primary residences.

Best for

  • Second-home buyers comfortable in the seven-figure range wanting a beach-proximate base
  • Investors targeting a rental-weighted market with low primary-residence occupancy
  • Decisive, pre-approved buyers who can move quickly when a rare listing appears

Probably not for

  • Buyers needing shared community amenities or on-site facilities
  • Shoppers who want a broad inventory to compare before committing
  • Anyone counting on negotiating leverage in a tight, fast-moving market

Windows contain 0 to 5 sales each (4 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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 sold per 12-mo window
02420122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 5 a year; 4 in the current window.

The real cost & risk here

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

$3,729/mo
Walton County typical true cost to own
$162/mo
Walton 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.

VILLAGE OF SUGAR BEACH Market Scorecard

Seller's market

VILLAGE OF SUGAR BEACH is currently a seller's market. About 3.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $2,645,000, and homes go under contract in about 8 days.

3.0
Months supply
$2,645,000
Median list
$1,567,500
Median sold
n/a
Per sqft
8
Days on mkt
1/0/4
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32459 ZIP is $864,108, about 71.4% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in VILLAGE OF SUGAR BEACH, Santa Rosa 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 22 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-09-11)

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 Village of Sugar Beach

Live MLS inventory for Village of Sugar Beach. 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 Village of Sugar Beach listings as of 2026-09-12, 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.

Listing locations from Emerald Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Walton County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Dune Lakes · Elementary
  • Emerald Coast · Middle
  • South Walton · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Village of Sugar Beach listings and can change; always confirm with Walton County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Village of Sugar Beach address.

If we were buying in Village of Sugar Beach 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 Village of Sugar Beach.

Best Buy
Buyers seeking a beach-proximate second home or rental in a small, established Santa Rosa Beach enclave.
Biggest Risk
With one active listing and thin closings, selection is scarce and pricing hinges on a few sales.
Sweet Spot
An updated home near the median size that reflects condition-driven value.
Avoid If
You want shared amenities or a large field of homes to compare before deciding.

A small pool that turns quietly

With 41 homes total and only one currently active, this is not a community you shop casually. Closings are thin — four in the measured window — which means every sale carries weight in setting the tone, and a single well-priced listing can define the market for weeks. The median of 18 days on market tells you the good ones don't linger.

No community amenities were identified from current MLS listings, so the value proposition rests on the homes themselves and the location, not shared facilities. Build years span 1996 to 2024, with the median near 2004, so you'll find both original construction and newer product side by side — inspect carefully, because condition is doing most of the work in the price you see.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Village of Sugar Beach. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.0C+ · Buy Score
Recent Direction9.7/10
Liquidity & Demand7.0/10
Owner Commitment0.2/10
Pricing Power7.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (6.0). Basis: Recent Direction +14.8% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 3.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 2% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 95.5% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a community this small with one home on the market, timing and access are everything. We track the full 41-home pool, not just what's listed today, and we can tell you honestly when a home is priced for its condition and when it isn't — critical in a market where the median moves on a handful of closings and buyers rarely get a second look.

Village of Sugar Beach in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking a beach-proximate second home or rental in a small, established Santa Rosa Beach enclave.
Biggest advantageA tight, low-inventory pool near the coast that has shown strong recent price momentum.
Biggest riskWith one active listing and thin closings, selection is scarce and pricing hinges on a few sales.
Sweet spotAn updated home near the median size that reflects condition-driven value.
Avoid ifYou want shared amenities or a large field of homes to compare before deciding.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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 Village of Sugar Beach sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in VILLAGE OF SUGAR BEACH

Homes in VILLAGE OF SUGAR BEACH that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Village of Sugar Beach?
The median sale price in Village of Sugar Beach was $1.57M over the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 (4 closed sales, Emerald Coast MLS).
How long do homes in Village of Sugar Beach take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 took a median 18 days on market (4 sales, Emerald Coast MLS).
Is Village of Sugar Beach a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 12, 2026, Village of Sugar Beach is roughly balanced: 3.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Emerald Coast MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Village of Sugar Beach?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 41 homes plus 3 vacant residential lots in Village of Sugar Beach (public records).
What share of Village of Sugar Beach is owner-occupied?
2% of Village of Sugar Beach parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Village of Sugar Beach built?
Homes in Village of Sugar Beach were built between 1996 and 2024, with a median year built of 2004.5 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Village of Sugar Beach?
The best agent for Village of Sugar Beach is one who actively works Santa Rosa 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 Village of Sugar Beach.
How do I find a top Santa Rosa Beach real estate agent who knows Village of Sugar Beach?
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 Village of Sugar Beach and the wider Santa Rosa Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Village of Sugar Beach?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Village of Sugar Beach purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Second-home buyers comfortable in the seven-figure range wanting a beach-proximate baseExcellent fit
Investors targeting a rental-weighted market with low primary-residence occupancyExcellent fit
Decisive, pre-approved buyers who can move quickly when a rare listing appearsExcellent fit
Buyers needing shared community amenities or on-site facilitiesProbably not
Shoppers who want a broad inventory to compare before committingProbably not
Anyone counting on negotiating leverage in a tight, fast-moving marketProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 12, 2026)
Community market statsEmerald Coast MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32459))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (28 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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