$2,045,500
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,604 sqft
281 Salt Box Ln, Watersound, FL 32461
Est. Refi. Payment $12,459/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Jun 6, 2024 for $2,320,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$2.05MSince last month
Increased$21K (+1%)Since last year
Increased$19K (+0.9%)Since last sale
Decreased$275K (-11.8%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +138% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $2.05M |
| August 2026 | $2.03M |
| July 2026 | $2.03M |
| June 2026 | $2.1M |
| May 2026 | $2.02M |
| April 2026 | $1.99M |
| March 2026 | $1.97M |
| February 2026 | $1.94M |
| January 2026 | $1.91M |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.03 | Single-Family Home | $1,950,000 | 05/28/26 | 3 | 4 | 1,801 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $2,700,000 | 09/01/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 2,244 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $2,800,000 | 04/10/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,410 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $3,450,000 | 04/07/26 | 4 | 4 | 2,817 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $3,000,000 | 07/14/26 | 4 | 5 | 2,643 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $1,410,000 | 10/06/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,332 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $1,875,000 | 07/28/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 3,132 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,500,000 | 07/08/26 | 5 | 4 | 2,354 | |
0.35 | Single-Family Home | $1,550,000 | 07/24/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,162 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.01 | $1,899,000 | 2 | 3 | 1,464 | For Sale | |
0.05 | $5,882,300 | 6 | 6.5 | 4,836 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $1,995,000 | 3 | 4 | 1,825 | For Sale | |
0.06 | $3,176,900 | 4 | 5.5 | 3,075 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $3,156,100 | 4 | 4.5 | 3,075 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $2,822,800 | 4 | 4.5 | 2,984 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $1,950,000 | 3 | 4 | 1,801 | Recently Sold | |
0.03 | $1,628,800 | 3 | 4 | 1,704 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $2,099,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,717 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $1,785,900 | 3 | 3 | 1,526 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $4,615,800 | 5 | 6 | 4,484 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 2007
1,604 sqft
$1,275/sqft
Garage
About this House
Set behind a white picket fence, this coveted Nantucket-style beach cottage is currently the lowest-priced home in WaterSound Beach. Close to extensive amenities and the private beach that WaterSound is known for, this charming home conveys with high-end furniture, a golf cart, and kayaks. Sitting on a generous lot, there's a detached garage and ample space to add a private pool. The front porch is perfect for relaxing or reading on the custom porch swing. Step inside to find a cozy sitting room with new hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings and white wainscoting surrounding a cozy brick fireplace. Multiple windows showcase pretty garden views. The dining area flows directly into the kitchen with a breakfast bar providing additional seating when entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen has a new refrigerator, range, dishwasher, and a wine/beverage refrigerator for serving perfectly chilled drinks. A laundry and office area with built-in cabinets maximize the additional space. Alfresco dining can be enjoyed on the adjoining screened porch or beneath the arbor on the side deck. This pristine home boasts multiple updates and repairs, totaling more than $100,000. These include a new tankless water heater, replacement HVAC with a programmable thermostat, monitored fire/smoke detectors, and Ring doorbells for security. Quartz countertops have been added to the kitchen and bathrooms, with new faucets and paint. The former water heater closet has been converted into a useful pantry with a lock-off. This cute-as-a-button cottage has a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bathroom on the first floor. Stairs lead up to two guest bedrooms tucked beneath the eaves. As well as the one-car garage, this newly painted home has multiple storage closets making it ideal as a second home or vacation rental in this sought-after community. Onsite amenities include a mile of beach, boardwalks, community pools, The Dunesider Grill, and a fitness center. The stunning white sandy beach and emerald gulf waters are just a short stroll from the door.
281 Salt Box Ln, Watersound, FL 32461 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,604 sqft single-family home in WaterSound Beach, built in 2007. It last sold for $2,320,000 on Jun 6, 2024 (1% above the $2,300,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,045,500, with a rent estimate of $4,504/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Burke Group, (770) 722-8656
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with: Andy And Christina Meinen, (850) 974-9704, Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Source: ECAOR, MLS#948655

Home Details for 281 Salt Box Ln
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1604 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Has a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: HardwoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Porch, ScreenedFencing: Partial |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached |
Frontage Road Frontage: Private RoadNot on Waterfront |
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Year Built Year Built: 2007 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Beach House |
Building Construction Materials: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrdNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property |
Property Information Condition: Construction CompleteParcel Number: 203S18160130000100 |
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Price List Price: $2,300,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Wed May 01 2024 |
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Direction & Address City: WatersoundCommunity: WATERSOUND BEACH |
School Information Elementary School: Dune LakesJr High / Middle School: Emerald CoastHigh School: South Walton |
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Building Area Building Area: 1604 Square Feet |
Community rooms Fitness Center |
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Community Features: Beach, Deed Access, Dock, Fitness Center, Fishing, Gated, Playground, Pool |
Other Playground |
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Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft |
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Furnished |
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Mls Number: 948655 |
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BeachDeed AccessDockFishingGatedPlaygroundPool |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 6, 2024 Source: ECAOR #948655 | Sold | $2,320,000 |
May 3, 2024 Source: ECAOR #948655 | Pending | $2,300,000 |
Apr 30, 2024 Source: ECAOR #948655 | Listed For Sale | $2,300,000 |
May 16, 2023 Source: N/A | Sold | $2,100,000 |
Apr 10, 2023 Source: ECAOR #919515 | Pending | $2,250,000 |
Mar 22, 2023 Source: ECAOR #919515 | Listed For Sale | $2,250,000 |
Dec 31, 2021 Source: ECAOR #879755 | Sold | $1,630,000 |
Nov 22, 2021 Source: ECAOR #879755 | Pending | $1,700,000 |
Nov 3, 2021 Source: ECAOR #879755 | PriceChange | $1,700,000 Price decreased by 8% |
Aug 18, 2021 Source: ECAOR #879755 | Listed For Sale | $1,850,000 |
Apr 5, 2016 Source: N/A | Sold | $859,000 |
Jan 25, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $899,000 |
Sep 24, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $975,000 |
Sep 18, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $975,000 |
Feb 19, 2010 Source: N/A | Sold | $550,000 |
Nov 8, 2007 Source: N/A | Sold | $770,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $13,489 | $1,492,889 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Inlet Beach
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.61M
$40KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
95.7%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$714
$117MoM
Available listings
433
21MoM
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50 % Say kids play outside
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Salt Box Ln
- What is 281 Salt Box Ln estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 281 Salt Box Ln in Watersound, FL is $2,045,500.
- What is the price history for 281 Salt Box Ln?281 Salt Box Ln in Watersound, FL last sold for $2,320,000 in June 2024.
- Is Watersound a buyer's or seller's market?Watersound is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Watersound?The median sale price in Watersound is $1.61M. That is up $40K from the prior month.
- Does 281 Salt Box Ln have air conditioning?Yes, 281 Salt Box Ln in Watersound, FL has air conditioning.
- Does 281 Salt Box Ln have a pool?Yes, 281 Salt Box Ln in Watersound, FL has a pool.

