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1080 E Highway 98 804, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 1002120)

1080 E Highway 98 804, Destin, FL 32541

$685,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 861 Status: Active
Current Price: $685,000 List Date: 5/02/2026 Last Modified: 5/30/2026

Description

Perched atop the exclusive Sterling Sands Condominium, this rare penthouse unit offers an exceptional blend of privacy, comfort, and investment potential in the heart of Destin. With no neighbors above, you will enjoy a peaceful, quiet retreat complemented by breathtaking, unobstructed Gulf views from your private balcony with sleek glass panels--perfect for soaking in year-round sunsets. This beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is sold fully furnished and turnkey, making it ideal for immediate enjoyment or seamless rental income. This highly desirable floor plan already has demonstrating strong performance. Inside, the open-concept kitchen and living area create a bright, inviting space designed for both entertaining and everyday living,

Supplements: all while maximizing those stunning beachfront vistas. The breakfast bar and countertops have been renovated for modern, comfortable entertaining. Built with solid concrete construction, the building offers durability and peace of mind, further enhanced by a recently completed milestone inspection with no special assessments required. Sterling Sands is a beachfront resort with just eight stories, which ensures minimal elevator wait times and a more relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere. Residents and guests enjoy 460 feet of private, deeded sugar-white beach, available beach service, a seasonally heated beachfront pool and hot tub, a gulf-front fitness center building, and a convenient grilling area. The less crowded design of the development also ensures ample parking is available to you and your guests. Located just minutes from Destin's premier dining, shopping, and entertainment, this penthouse presents an outstanding opportunity whether you're seeking a luxurious full-time residence, a serene second home, or a high-performing addition to your investment portfolio.

More Information MLS# 1002120

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Condominium Design: N/A SqFt Source: County PA Records Stories In Unit: 1 Stories in Building: 8 Unit Floors Above Ground: 8 Garage: Yes Carport: No Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 861 Bedrooms: 2 Full Baths: 2 Total Bathrooms: 2 Year Built: 1994

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 795.59 List Date: 2026-05-02 Current Price: $685,000 List Price: $685,000

Location, Tax and Legal

Unit #: 804 Sub Area: 1401 - Destin Beach West Elementary School: Destin Middle School: Destin High School: Destin Legal Description: STERLING SANDS CONDO UNIT 804

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Homestead: No Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: Yes Assessment Amount: 775 Annual Assessment Amount: 9300 Assessment Paid: Monthly New Buyer Fee: Yes New Buyer Fee Amt: 250 New Buyer Fee Paid: $ Last Taxes: 5850.7 Last Tax Year: 2025 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: Yes

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Perched atop the exclusive Sterling Sands Condominium, this rare penthouse unit offers an exceptional blend of privacy, comfort, and investment potential in the heart of Destin. With no neighbors above, you will enjoy a peaceful, quiet retreat complemented by breathtaking, unobstructed Gulf views from your private balcony with sleek glass panels--perfect for soaking in year-round sunsets. This beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is sold fully furnished and turnkey, making it ideal for immediate enjoyment or seamless rental income. This highly desirable floor plan already has demonstrating strong performance. Inside, the open-concept kitchen and living area create a bright, inviting space designed for both entertaining and everyday living,

Waterfront

Gulf: 1

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Parking Features

Garage Attached: 1 Guest: 1

Waterview

Gulf: 1

Project Facilities

BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Beach: 1 Community Room: 1 Deed Access: 1 Dumpster: 1 Elevators: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Pavillion/Gazebo: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Picnic Area: 1 Pool: 1 Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1 TV Cable: 1 Waterfront: 1 Whirlpool: 1

Construction/Siding

Concrete: 1

Utilities

Electric: 1 Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1 TV Cable: 1

Exterior

Balcony: 1

Interior

Floor Tile: 1 Furnished - All: 1 Owner's Closet: 1 Washer/Dryer Hookup: 1

Financing

Conventional: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Stove/Oven Electric: 1 Washer: 1

Energy

AC - Central Elect: 1 Ceiling Fans: 1 Heat Cntrl Electric: 1 Water Heater - Elect: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Whirlpool: 1

Master Bedroom

First: 1

Bedroom

First: 1

Kitchen

First: 1

Living Room

First: 1

Rooms

Bedroom: 1 Kitchen: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Fees Include

Accounting: 1 Ground Keeping: 1 Insurance: 1 Internet Service: 1 Trash: 1 TV Cable: 1 Water: 1

Existing Leases

Daily/Weekly: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 14 - Destin Street #: 1080 Street Direction: E Street Name: Highway 98 State: FL Zip Code: 32541 County: Okaloosa Project Name/Subdivision: STERLING SANDS CONDO Parcel ID: 00-2S-22-2376-0003-8040

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Waterfront: Gulf Waterview: Gulf Parking Features: Garage Attached; Guest Project Facilities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Community Room; Deed Access; Dumpster; Elevators; Exercise Room; Pavillion/Gazebo; Pets Allowed; Picnic Area; Pool; Short Term Rental - Allowed; TV Cable; Waterfront; Whirlpool Exterior: Balcony Interior: Floor Tile; Furnished - All; Owner's Closet; Washer/Dryer Hookup Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stove/Oven Electric; Washer Utilities: Electric; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable Energy: AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Elect Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First Kitchen: First Living Room: First Rooms: Bedroom; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Insurance; Internet Service; Trash; TV Cable; Water Existing Leases: Daily/Weekly

Room Information

Master Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 12 x 11 Length: 12.00 Width: 11.00 Dimensions: 12 x 11 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 9 x 8 Length: 9.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 9 x 8 Living Room Level: First Dimensions: 20 x 14 Length: 20.00 Width: 14.00 Dimensions: 20 x 14 Kitchen Level: First Dimensions: 10 x 10 Length: 10.00 Width: 10.00 Dimensions: 10 x 10
Listing Office: Beachy Beach Real Estate
Listing Agent: Lauren A Beninate
Last Updated: May - 30 - 2026
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