Homes for sale in
Destin, Florida
Emerald-water living on the Gulf's luxury coast
3
Homes for sale
$1,849,999
Median list price
$555
Avg price / sqft
1
Median days on market
Destin sits on Florida's Panhandle, where sugar-white sand meets the Gulf's famous emerald water and a working harbor keeps the fishing-town roots visible behind the resort polish. Neighborhoods like Crystal Beach, Holiday Isle, and gated Emerald Bay give buyers everything from beach-cottage streets to golf and boating enclaves, all within a short drive across Okaloosa County.
The market here is small and top-heavy right now, with just three active listings and a median list price of $1,849,999 — two of the three sit above $1M, so this is largely a luxury homes ($1m+) conversation. Well-priced homes move fast: the median days on market is 1, and sellers over the past year averaged 100% of asking. Given the thin inventory, it's worth watching both single-family homes and new listings closely.
Destin is in Okaloosa County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$350,000 – $1.9M price range
2,378 sqft median home
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Destin
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$1,950,000
79 MARK STREET, DESTIN
5 bd · 4 ba · 2,378 sqft
$350,000
111 GULF WINDS COURT UNIT 111, DESTIN
2 bd · 2 ba · 840 sqft
$1,849,999$1,990,000
410 WINDJAMMER COURT, DESTIN
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,318 sqft
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The Destin market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$950,000
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
0 days
Median time to sell
Destin vs Okaloosa County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 12.4% yr/yr
Homes on the market
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Destin, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Destin neighborhoods
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Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
Beyond the listings
Living in Destin
Emerald Coast beach lifestyle
Destin's signature white sand and clear Gulf water anchor a resort town with real fishing-harbor character.
Distinct coastal neighborhoods
Crystal Beach, Holiday Isle, and Emerald Bay each offer a different mix of beach access, gating, and golf.
A luxury-leaning market
Two of the three active listings are priced above $1M, with a median list of $1,849,999.
Homes sell fast here
The median days on market is just 1, and recent sellers averaged the full asking price.
Golf and gated options
Current inventory includes a gated community and a golf-oriented listing among the single-family homes.
Population
14,018
Median age
41.5
Median income
$89,141
Median home value
$455,100
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 9% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Entertainment
Top 11% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Culture
Top 16% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Lifestyles
Top 17% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Relationships
Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Food & Drink
Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Destin home
≈ $11,659/mo
$1,849,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
33%
In a FEMA flood zone
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Straight answers
Destin real estate FAQs
Is Destin a good place to live?+
Destin pairs a genuine Gulf-coast beach lifestyle with a working harbor and neighborhoods ranging from the walkable streets of Crystal Beach to the gated enclave of Emerald Bay. It suits buyers who want emerald water, boating, and golf access in one place. The trade-off is a small, high-end market where good listings are limited.
Is Destin expensive?+
Yes — it's one of the pricier stretches of the Panhandle right now, with a median list price of $1,849,999 and two of three active listings above $1M. Prices run to about $555 per square foot, so luxury homes ($1m+) dominate the current inventory. That said, active listings have ranged as low as $350,000.
What do homes cost in Destin?+
Active listings currently span $350,000 to $1,950,000, with a median list price of $1,849,999 and a median home size around 2,378 square feet. Over the past 12 months, the three homes that sold closed at a median of $950,000. If you want to work up from the entry point, you can browse by price.
How is the Destin housing market?+
It's tight and fast-moving: only three homes are active, and the median days on market is 1. Sellers over the past year averaged 100% of asking, so competitive offers matter. With inventory this thin, tracking just reduced listings and new arrivals is the smart play.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in Destin?+
The median HOA runs about $588 per month, reflecting the gated and amenity-rich communities in the area. Median property tax is around $13,368 per year, in line with the higher price points here. Budget for both alongside your purchase, especially on single-family homes in managed communities.
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