244 Tequesta Dr, Destin, FL 32541
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244 Tequesta Dr
Destin, FL 32541

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,835 sqft

$799,900

Est. Mortgage $4,940/mo*
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$799,900

Est. Mortgage $4,940/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,835 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$282
Listed
Less than a day ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 244 Tequesta Dr.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to 244 Tequesta Drive, an exceptional lakefront home in the highly sought-after gated community of Emerald Lakes. Meticulously maintained and beautifully updated, this spacious residence offers peaceful water views, soaring 10 to 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, abundant natural light, and an open floor plan designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. Features include wood, tile, and carpet flooring, granite countertops, updated kitchen appliances, natural gas fireplace, a natural gas outdoor grill, and multiple living areas that provide exceptional flexibility, including the option for a formal living and dining room. The private office offers a quiet workspace, while the spacious primary suite features a sitting area overlooking the lake. Major updates include a new roof installed in 2020 and both HVAC systems replaced in 2025, providing added value and peace of mind. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining outdoors while taking in the tranquil lake views. Additional highlights include a central vacuum system, in-wall pest control system, and a spacious side-entry two car garage. Emerald Lakes offers a gated entrance, beautifully maintained grounds, community pool, tennis courts, and a prime central Destin location just minutes from white-sand beaches, shopping, dining, championship golf, boating, and top-rated schools. This exceptional home truly offers the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and location.

Home Details for 244 Tequesta Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Family Room, Florida Room, Garage, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2835 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Washer/Dryer HookupMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas, Fireplace 2+Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Hardwood, Tile, CarpetCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Lake
Security
Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition Roof PitchedPatio / Porch: Covered, DeckOther Structures: Pavillion/Gazebo, Yard BuildingExterior: Outdoor Grill, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System, Tennis Court(s)Foundation: SlabSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Door Opener
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Lake FrontRoad Frontage: Private RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedOn Waterfront

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Mediterranean
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Stucco, Trim WoodNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: Construction Complete, RenovatedParcel Number: 002S220979000G0050

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,900Price Per Sqft: $282

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: DestinCommunity: Emerald Lakes
School Information
Elementary School: DestinJr High / Middle School: DestinHigh School: Fort Walton Beach

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1008566

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2835 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Fishing, Gated, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Other
Playground

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Land Recreation, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Recreational Faclty, SecurityHas an HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018.8 sqft

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 1008566Attic: Pull Down StairsWater ViewWater View: Lake

Additional Information

BBQ Pit/GrillFishingGatedPavillion/GazeboPicnic AreaPlaygroundPoolTennis Court(s)
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jason J Jones
Lead Realty
Source: ECAOR, MLS#1008566
Also Listed on ECAOR.

Market trends in Destin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$598K
$20KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
95.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$388
$8MoM
Available listings
790
8MoM

Price History for 244 Tequesta Dr

DatePriceEventSource
07/27/2026$799,900Listed For SaleECAOR #1008566
07/16/2020$574,000Sold
ECAOR #840087
03/13/2020$599,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/04/2020$699,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/24/2020$729,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/11/2020$749,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/21/2005$690,000Sold
N/A
10/07/2003$386,000Sold
N/A
06/11/2002$74,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,729
Assessment$686,305
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What Locals Say about Destin

At least 291 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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  • Heather Watkins
    "Short walk to a few places but mainly need car or bike to get around. Rideshare is expensive and unreliable and public transport is non existent. "
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    "Safe Multicultural low key friendly convenient to the beach and shopping. I like it here. Multiple parks in the area. "
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  • reyna3hsd
    "I don’t live in Destin, I live in Baker, FL. I think dog owners would, give or take, like my neighborhood. It’s a farm neighborhood, but it depends on what dog they have. If they have acreage and a working dog, they’ll love it. If they have a lab or something like that, they might get run over"
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  • Gwen York
    "It’s a nice area to live and work. Locals and tourists are respectful of each other, which creates a friendly community atmosphere."
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  • Sjmszttqft
    "Amazing place to live, nice neighbors, calm, peaceful. Near everything. Just 10 minutes walk from the beach."
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  • Maxconn30
    "My commute is 2 miles from my home and takes an average of 6 minutes to get there. The summer tourist traffic is not as bad as it used to be now that the road construction is finished. "
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  • Hanjin02
    "Here is very nice place, nice neighborhood. Place like diamond. I would like to recommend here to other people."
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  • Trulia User
    "Safe quite down to earth ppl that are rich pet loving children, loving, very family orientated people are very well mannered"
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  • Alex.gbot
    "It takes 30 minutes during the summer to get to my job and i live 5 minutes away. There should be a light in front of my current apartment complex but there isn’t, since there isn’t theres an accident there at least 2 times a month. Also there used to be a side street that residents could use to be able to bypass 98 but someone bought the property its on and has done NOTHING with the property but has COMPLETELY blocked off the road. "
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  • Cstringer260
    "So many I can’t count. Great place to retire or raise a beautiful family. Got to love the water because we have plenty of it. Beautiful place to live."
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  • Jordan Harrill
    "I’m just visiting Destin, Fl but the craft beer is good so far. And the hospitality is great. And the amenities are nice. "
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  • FishGuru
    "Everyday interaction really, from getting to know the neighborhood kids to giving advice or lending a hand . Everyone here knows everyone so in a way we all look out for one another . I would say that is the same overall feel I get in the neighboring cities as well . "
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  • Dshreve1
    "Beautiful beaches abound in this coastal area on the Gulf of Mexico. Very touristy but Destin has great food and lots of ways to entertain oneself if nor enjoying the sun, sand, and surf!"
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  • Audio S.
    "fireworks displays...every major holiday. college football tailgating on saturday mornings and afternoons are not unusual."
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  • Jimmie G.
    "There is tons of traffic in the summer time. Starting on Spring Break we get tourist from all over primarily the Midwest. It gets crowded fast. "
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  • Donna F. P.
    "Uber is the only transport other than your own vehicle. I have a 20 minute cute to work. Traffic is up in the summer and lower in the fall. "
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  • Seg24
    "Depends on time of year. Local travel on scenic is easy but 98 can get very congested and it can take an hour to go 10 miles "
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  • Kwtfla
    "Yes. Plenty of dogs. A very friendly neighborhood for dog lovers. Very quiet and traffic is modest. "
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  • Nicoleemily7
    "The Venue is dog friendly and always dogs out and about . Lots of places to walk the dog as well as a dog park in our community, as well as down the street! "
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  • Dave W.
    "Make sure you’re kids don’t text and drive or drink and drive. Hwy 98 is a killer because of it. Plan trips early, afternoon road construction traffic is a nightmare. "
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  • Ashley B.
    "You’re close to everything including schools. All sorts of food places and mighty life. Close to the beach too!"
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  • Anzabia R.
    "There are plenty of families in this area and it’s a good place for vacationing throughout the year. We really enjoy the weather and the friendliness of the neighbors."
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  • Jose B.
    "A great neighborhood. Friendly, quiet, and beautiful place. A perfect place to raise family and retirement. "
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  • Jim S.
    "I buy Candy every year, but NO Trick or Treaters for past 2 years. Used to have a few, but Crystal Beach is more of a Vacationeers area, not a lot of children in the neighborhood."
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  • Jennifer H. H.
    "There is a Dog park nearby and lots of sidewalks to walk your dog on a leash. There are several dog owners in the area that also walk their dog."
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    "Family friendly beautiful scenery and fun all around place. In the off season some place r slow but it’s a time to meet your locals"
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  • Blagovest N.
    "Great Naborhood in the heart of Destin. I will recommend it to family. It safe here. Walking distance to restaurants "
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  • Arve852003
    "The view of the bay is great. There is a lot of things to do around including stores, restaurants and the ability to walk to the beach "
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  • Nam
    "clean, beautiful beach, not too crowded, not too quiet. It is lively with many shops and restaurants too."
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  • Dianna W.
    "I live right across from Destin Dog Park.. Awesome dog park.. My dog loves it there and most owners are friendly. "
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  • Dianna W.
    "The Destin dog park is awesome!! People watch their dogs and also clean up after them. People and dogs are very friendly. "
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  • Eireanne W.
    "A lot of families in this neighborhood but you do hear a lot of fireworks nearby once a week in the summer. Not good when you have a baby!"
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  • Eric D.
    "That's its safe for children and safe for everyone in the area also that the neighborhood is safe for everyone"
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  • Aj0802
    "This is a quiet neighborhood. There are not many children that live here. It is mostly late middle age to elderly."
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  • Mustafa C. A.
    "Nice safe rich fun beach restaurants local beer local wine street food movies. It’s like a huge city that has them all. And all perfect "
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  • Madmax24
    "Lots of sidewalks through pleasant neighborhoods. Near public parks and the bay with access to a public dock. Very safe neighborhood and rarely have animals running lose. "
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IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Member number: 28189
244 Tequesta Dr, Destin, FL 32541 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,835 sqft single-family home built in 2003. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by ECAOR on Jul 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1008566.