Destin City Property Records in Florida

Destin property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, sales, deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and related land-use information for property in Destin, Florida. Users can access assessment and parcel data through the Okaloosa County Property Appraiser, which provides searchable property cards, maps, exemptions, and valuation details. Recorded legal instruments—such as deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, liens, and plats—are available from the Okaloosa County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller, the official county recorder. Property tax bills and payment history can be reviewed through the Okaloosa County Tax Collector. For zoning, permits, development approvals, and local land-use questions, users may consult the City of Destin Community Development Department. Court-related property matters, including foreclosure cases or title disputes, may be found through the Okaloosa County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller and the Okaloosa County Circuit Court.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$89,141
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$455,100
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,894
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.64%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,913 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
70%
Population
Population:
14,018

Destin Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Destin

Destin's Race and Ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic composition, with population counts and percentages for each group. White residents are the largest group at 80% (11,274 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 9% (1,209) and Two + Races at 6% (845). Other groups include Black at 3% (461), Other Race at 0.89% (125), Asian at 0.67% (94), American Indian at 0.07% (10), and Pacific Islander at 0%.

White
80%
11,274
Hispanic
9%
1,209
Two + Races
6%
845
Black
3%
461
Other Race
0.89%
125
Asian
0.67%
94
American Indian
0.07%
10
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Destin, Ratings Compared Across Florida A-

Destin's community ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Access to Coffee Shops (A+), Access to Restaurants (A+), and Good for Retirees (A+). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (A), Health & Fitness (A), and Nightlife (A), while Housing (C+) and Access to Parks (C) received the lowest grades. The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B
Nightlife
Nightlife
A
Weather
Weather
B
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
C
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B+
Good for Families
Good for Families
A-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A
Housing
Housing
C+
Jobs
Jobs
B
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Destin

Destin's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (31%), High School (16%), and Some College (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
31%
High School
16%
Some College
12%
Masters Degree
11%
Associate Degree
10%
Below High School
5%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Destin's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1980 - 1999 (52%), followed by 2000 - Present (29%) and 1960 - 1979 (18%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1980 - 1999
52%
2000 - Present
29%
1960 - 1979
18%
1940 - 1959
1%
Before 1939
0.12%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Destin's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (32%) and 1 Bedroom (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
36%
2 Bedrooms
32%
1 Bedroom
13%
4 Bedrooms
12%
5 or More Bedrooms
5%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Destin's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (18%), 35 - 44 (17%), and 55 - 64 (16%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
18%
35 - 44
17%
55 - 64
16%
25 - 34
13%
45 - 54
12%
Under 10
11%
10 - 17
8%
18 - 24
5%

Property Market Trends at Destin

Destin's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $455,100. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,913 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Destin's dynamic real estate landscape.

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