1080 E U.S. 98 804, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 789265)

1080 E U.S. 98 804, Destin, FL 32541

$685,000

Great View from Living, Dining, and Kitchen

Guest Bedroom with access to Guest Bathroom

Peaceful beach with plenty of space compared to taller buildings

Landscaped Grounds Surround Sterling Sands

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 861 Status: Active

Current Price: $685,000 List Date: 5/01/2026 Last Modified: 5/30/2026

Overview

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, 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, … (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 789265

Contract Info

List Price/SqFt: 795.59

Location

Area: 17 – Okaloosa
Street #: 1080
Street Direction: E
Street Name: U.S. 98
Unit #: 804
State: FL
Zip Code: 32541
County: Okaloosa
Sub Area: 1702 – Okaloosa – Destin
Subdivision: Sterling Sands Condo
Community/Resort: None
Waterfront: Yes
Gulf Access: Yes
Parcel ID: 00-2S-22-2376-0003-8040
Directions: On the beach side of US Hwy 98 across the street from the 'Track'.
Legal Description: Unit 804 of STERLING SANDS, A CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in Official Records Book 1838, at Page 238, et., seq., as amended, and pursuant to survey of improvements recorded in Condominium Plat Book 7, Page 96, of the Public Records of Okaloosa County, Florida and an undivided interest in the common elements appurtenant thereto as set out in said Declaration.

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Condominium
Floor Number: 8
Design: High-Rise (8+ floors)
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 861
SqFt Source: Prop App Site
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Year Built: 1994
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Pre-Const Flip: No
Construction Status: Construction Complete
New Construction: No
Garage Y/N: No
Lot Dimensions: 0x0
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community

Waterfront Feature

Waterfront Feet: 460
Shore – Beach: Yes

Listing Info, Tax and Legal

HOA Fee: Yes
HOA Amount: 775
HOA Frequency: Monthly
HOA Annual Amount: 9300
New Buyer Fee: Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt: 250
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: Yes
Condo Doc: 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, 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

Pool Features

Fenced: Yes
Heated – Electric: Yes
Inground: Yes
Spa/ Hot Tub: Yes

Appliances

Cooktop – Electric: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Oven – Electric: Yes
Range – Electric: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer/Dryer Stacked: Yes
Water Heater – Electric: Yes

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar: Yes
Floor – Tile: Yes
Lighting – Recessed: Yes
Window – Treatment All: Yes

Construction/Siding

Concrete: Yes

Exterior

Balcony: Yes

Other Structures

Gazebo: Yes

Association Fees Include

Accounting: Yes
BBQ Pit/Grill: Yes
Exercise Room: Yes
Ground Keeping: Yes
Internet Service: Yes
Pavilion/Gazebo: Yes
Picnic Area: Yes
Pool: Yes
Recreational Faclty: Yes
Sewer: Yes
Trash Disposal: Yes
TV Cable: Yes
Water: Yes
Whirlpool: Yes
Irrigation: Yes

Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Furnished

Furnished: Yes

Kitchen

First: Yes

Living Room

First: Yes

Lot Features

Dedicated Beach: Yes
Deeded Access Water: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: Yes

Lot Access

State Highway: Yes
Paved Road: Yes

Parking Features

Assigned: Yes
Parking Lot: Yes
Paved: Yes

Mstr Bath / Mstr Bdrm

MBath Whirlpool: Yes
MBath Shower/Tub Combo: Yes

Present Zoning

Resort: Yes

Association Amenities

BBQ Pit/Grill: Yes
Beach: Yes
Dumpster: Yes
Elevators: Yes
Exercise Room: Yes
Pavilion/Gazebo: Yes
Picnic Area: Yes
Pool: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Whirlpool: Yes

Rooms

Bedroom: Yes
Kitchen: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Master Bedroom: Yes

Utilities

TV Cable: Yes
Electricity – Connected: Yes
Garbage: Yes
Public Sewer – Connected: Yes

Waterview

Gulf: Yes

Sale Type

As Is: Yes

Waterfront Type

Gulf: Yes

Master Bedroom

First: Yes

Bedroom

First: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Central Air: Yes
Electric: Yes

Heating

Central: Yes
Electric: Yes

Security Features

Carbon Monoxide Detector: Yes
Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
Smoke Detector(s): Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Cooktop – Electric; Dishwasher; Microwave; Oven – Electric; Range – Electric; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer Stacked; Water Heater – Electric Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Exterior: Balcony Association Fees Include: Accounting; BBQ Pit/Grill; TV Cable; Exercise Room; Internet Service; Irrigation; Ground Keeping; Pavilion/Gazebo; Picnic Area; Pool; Recreational Faclty; Sewer; Whirlpool; Trash Disposal; Water Financing: Cash; Conventional Furnished: Furnished Kitchen: First Living Room: First Lot Features: Dedicated Beach; Deeded Access Water; Waterfront; Within 1/2 Mile to Water Lot Access: State Highway; Paved Road Pool Features: Fenced; Heated – Electric; Inground; Spa/ Hot Tub Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Fire Sprinkler System; Smoke Detector(s) Parking Features: Assigned; Parking Lot; Paved Other Structures: Gazebo Association Amenities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Dumpster; Elevators; Exercise Room; Pavilion/Gazebo; Picnic Area; Pool; Whirlpool; Waterfront Rooms: Bedroom; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Sale Type: As Is Utilities: TV Cable; Electricity – Connected; Garbage; Public Sewer – Connected Waterfront Type: Gulf Waterfront Feature: Shore – Beach Waterview: Gulf Present Zoning: Resort

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Dimensions	Length	Width	Remarks
Living Room	First	20 x 14	20.00	14.00	and dining
Master Bedroom	First	12 x 11	12.00	11.00
Bedroom	First	9 x 8	9.00	8.00
Kitchen	First	10 x 10	10.00	10.00

Listing Office: Beachy Beach Real Estate

Last Updated: May – 30 – 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.