Waterfront Homes for Sale in Mary Esther, FL

This page tracks every Mary Esther listing whose MLS record reports waterfront (ocean, bay, Intracoastal, river, canal or lake frontage), by community, with live counts and asking prices, and the costs that come with the water.

12 waterfront homes are for sale or pending in Mary Esther, FL today across 8 communities. The median asking price is $361,950, from $89,900 to $3,697,500. Listings in Mary Esther without that feature have a median of $320,000. Most listings right now: The Ceders (2), Cedars Condo (2), Sandy Pointe (1). Updated September 27, 2026 from the MLS.

Mary Esther waterfront homes by community

Click a community for its full guide: prices, HOA reality, insurance posture and the homes for sale.

CommunityWaterfront HomesNew buildMedian listFrom
The Ceders20$153,000$136,600
Cedars Condo20$89,950$89,900
Sandy Pointe10$3,697,500$3,697,500
Islandview Beach10$1,775,000$1,775,000
Intercoastal Pointe10$429,900$429,900
Rum Island Condominium10$399,000$399,000
Channel Marker10$324,900$324,900
The Cedars10$118,000$118,000

What waterfront ownership really costs

Waterfront homes carry costs inland homes do not: flood insurance where the parcel sits in a FEMA special flood hazard area, higher windstorm premiums closer to open water, and upkeep for seawalls, docks and lifts. Before you offer, pull the FEMA flood zone for the specific parcel, ask for the seawall’s age and any inspection reports, and get an insurance quote in hand, not an estimate. Our flood insurance calculator and wind mitigation savings calculator show what the parcel will actually cost to insure.

Questions to ask about any waterfront listing

Is the water frontage deeded or association-owned? Is there a fixed bridge between the dock and open water, and what is the clearance? What did the seller pay for flood and wind coverage last year, and with which carriers? Has the seawall or dock been permitted and inspected? What is the finished-floor elevation? A local agent who works waterfront deals will know which canals hold depth at low tide and which carriers are writing in the area.

Common questions

How many waterfront homes are for sale in Mary Esther?
As of September 27, 2026, 12 Mary Esther, FL listings whose MLS record reports waterfront are active or pending, across 8 communities. The count updates with every MLS refresh.
What do waterfront homes cost in Mary Esther?
The median asking price today is $361,950, with listings from $89,900 to $3,697,500. Mary Esther listings without that feature have a median of $320,000.
Which Mary Esther community has the most waterfront homes for sale?
The Ceders has the most right now (2), followed by Cedars Condo (2), Sandy Pointe (1), Islandview Beach (1).
Is a waterfront home always in a flood zone?
Not always, but most direct-frontage parcels are in a FEMA special flood hazard area, which means a lender will require flood insurance. The elevation certificate and the exact zone for the parcel decide the premium; two homes on the same canal can differ by thousands a year.

Keep exploring Mary Esther

Live data: Emerald Coast AOR, refreshed with every MLS pull; this page rebuilds on every ship. Community-level aggregates only: active and pending residential listings in Mary Esther, FL whose MLS record reports waterfront. Prices are asking prices, not values. Property features and prices only; nothing on this page describes residents. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.

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