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78 1st St

Mexico Beach, FL 32456

4 beds
3 baths
2,772 sqft
~3/4 acre lot
$270 per sqft
1977 build
– on site

BEACH OASIS with 2 SEPARATE HOMES, featuring a FULLY FURNISHED 2br/2bath, 1472 sq.ft Guest Cottage, with partial Gulf views and short 2 min walk to the beach! There is a jetted pool, on a private 100x280 ft lot (0.64 acre, X flood), one of the largest in Mex. Beach, backing up to 80 acres of woodlands that can never be developed. The main 1300 sq.ft, 2br/1bath home greets you with a coastal color palette, cozy family room with brick wood burning fireplace, and renovated kitchen with warm pecky cypress wood accents. Through the French doors is a vaulted sun/great room with 8 panoramic windows with sunset views. Enjoy beverages on the 50 ft long covered front porch where you can often hear Gulf waves. Exiting the back door to the pool courtyard is a 1472 sq. ft, 2 story, 2br/2bath Guest Cottage built in 2003 that has been FULLY RENOVATED, with partial Gulf views. It has a boho beach vibe & comes FULLY FURNISHED as a turnkey RENTAL OPPORTUNITY, or used for family visits or private in-law home. The 2nd floor has a private entrance with pull-out queen sofa bed and included 82” TV, so could be a large 5th br/private master with partial Gulf views. Enjoy $100k+ in renovations+extras including all 2772 sq.ft of new flooring/paint, timeless white kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, $8k in appliances, new toilets/vanities, $12k in hurricane windows, new interior/exterior lighting, palm trees, fully furnished Guest Cottage, $10k in electronics including 82” TV + 6 mounted TVs, golf cart, 2 kayaks, pool cleaning robot, etc! In 2019, both homes received new metal roofs with hurricane clips. Oversized driveway and large lot in back is perfect for boat/RV parking or pole barn. NO OTHER property offers TWO SEPARATE HOMES with a blend of PRIVACY (backed by 80 acres of woodlands), and BEACH LIFE with partial Gulf views, a jetted pool, and short 2 min walk to the beach at ONLY $270 PER SQ. FOOT! Be sure to check out both of the 3D virtual tours!! Schedule your private tour today.

Listing courtesy of RAFGC / Beach Properties Real Estate Group

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 25, 2025 •

MLS# 320520 —

The Building

Year Built:

1977
Year Built Effective:

2017
Construction Materials:

Frame
Architectural Style:

Florida Cottage, Ranch
Roof:

Metal
Foundation Details:

Slab
Levels:

1
Stories:

1
Exterior Features:

Barbecue
Window Features:

Window Treatments, Storm Window(s)
Door Features:

French Doors
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch, See Remarks
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)

Interior

Interior Features:

Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Recessed Lighting, Lock Out Closet, Newly Painted, Pantry, Renovated
Furnished:

Furnished
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2772
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Location

Directions:

Taking Hwy 98 W to Mexico Beach. Turn right onto 1st St & cross over Florida Ave. House will be 3rd home on the left. Look for sign.
Latitude:

29.931546
Longitude:

-85.391591

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Detached Single Family
Property Condition:

Construction Complete
Property Attached:

false
Other Structures:

Separate Building for Rent, Guest House, See Remarks
Zoning Description:

Residential Single Family
Lot Features:

Landscaped, Aerials/Topo Available, Interior Lot, Within 1/2 Mile of Water, Improved Lot
Lot Size Area:

27965.52
Lot Size Dimensions:

99 x 280
Lot Size SqFt:

27965.52
Lot Size Acres:

0.642
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Frontage Length:

Road Front Ft: 99
Waterfront:

false
View:

Water, Gulf
View:

true
Fencing:

Privacy
Exclusions:

Rockers on front porch
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

County Road
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

7530.86
Tax Legal Description:

MEXICO BEACH UNIT # 9 LOT 4 BLK 3 ORB 4451 P 833

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Master Bedroom Features:

Blinds, Master Downstairs

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Flood Zone:

X
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

my.matterport.com/show/?m=cZQJQAqA5Fj

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Fireplace(s), Central Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

true
Cooling:

Central Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, City Trash
Water Source:

Public
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Electric Oven, Tankless Water Heater

The Community

Subdivision Name:

No Named Subdivision
Association:

false
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

In Ground, Gunite/Concrete, See Remarks
Spa:

true
Spa Features:

Swim Spa

Parking

Garage:

false
Attached Garage:

false
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Driveway, Oversized
Parking Total:

6

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$749,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,015
Taxes	$627
Insurance	$206
Utilities	$228 See report
Total	$5,076/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Mexico Beach, FL 32456 is currently for sale for $749,900. 78 1st St is a 2,772 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 99 days.

Listing Courtesy of: RAFGC and Beach Properties Real Estate Group.

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