5500 Gulf Dr
First time to hit the market, 4 bedroom(plus bunk room) RENTAL POWERHOUSE on the highly sought after East End. One home off the water on a stretch of beach not overrun with condos. Owners, investors and tourists/guests LOVE this area for that exact reason. Schooners is on Gulf Dr- a 6 min walk, St Andrews State Park is 1 mile away, and the some of the beach's very best restaurants are concentrated in this Lower Lagoon area. Not to mention the sandy white beach directly across from this home. There's a King master ensuite on the first floor along with the kitchen, dining and living area, the laundry room and a half bathroom. Off of this is a door leading to an outdoor oasis. A heated optional pool with a lounge area and high top dining area. Upstairs is an additional Master King ensuite with a large balcony with views of the Gulf, 2 more bedrooms, bathroom and a bunkroom rounds out the upstairs area. This home has a strong rental history and great reviews. It's being sold furnished. Its sister property, identical in layout, 2 doors down is listed for sale as well.
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Oakland Terrace School For The Visual And Performing Arts
A. Gary Walsingham Academy
Rising Leaders Academy
Patronis Elementary School
Lucille Moore Elementary School
St. Andrew School At Oakland Terrace
Newpoint Middle School
St John Catholic School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000 |
Listed by Tracy Rudder · Counts Real Estate Group Inc · 8502491414
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.
Last Updated: September 27, 2026 at 2:47 AM | Source: Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 794028
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