3224 Highway 98
Mexico Beach, FL 32456
MLS# 796839
4 beds | 3 baths | 1835 sqft
Property DescriptionGULF & CANAL VIEWS + PROVEN RENTAL HISTORY! Discover a standout coastal investment in the gated community of Cottages at Waterside Village in Mexico Beach. Offering the rare combination of Gulf and canal views, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath beach home pairs an inviting coastal atmosphere with a successful vacation rental history generating $115,000 in proven rental income. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or own a beach retreat that can welcome family, friends, and vacation guests, this property offers plenty to appreciate. Designed for relaxed coastal living, the home features an open layout with abundant windows, a spacious kitchen with breakfast bar, and a comfortable living area suited for gathering after a day at the beach. Upstairs, private balconies provide two distinct perspectives of the surrounding coastline and canal, while the flexible loft offers additional sleeping space or room to create a game room, media lounge, or work-from-home retreat. The appeal extends beyond the home itself. Enjoy a community pool, hot tub, and a shared elevated waterfront boardwalk leading to a canal-side deck with day-docking access. With the beach just a short stroll away and the laid-back charm of Mexico Beach all around, this property delivers an appealing blend of coastal lifestyle, flexible accommodations, and established rental performance.
Acreage: 0
Design: Beach House
Lot Size (SqFt): 0
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1835
Construction Status: Construction Complete
SqFt Source: Prop App Site
Half Baths: 1
# of Stories in Building: 3
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Lot Dimensions: 0x0
New Construction: No
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway Spaces: 2
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 3
List Price/SqFt: 408.66
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-10-21
List Price: $749,900
Sub Area: 0517 - Bay East - Mexico Beach
Community/Resort: None
Waterfront: Yes
Gulf Access: No
Elementary School: Port St. Joe
Middle School: Port St. Joe
High School: Port St. Joe
Directions: From Panama City, take US-98 East into Mexico Beach. The property will be on the left (north side of Hwy 98) at 3224 Hwy 98 in Cottages at Waterside Village.
Area: 05 - Bay County - East
Street #: 3224
Street Name: Highway 98
State: FL
Zip Code: 32456
County: Bay
Subdivision: Waterside Village
Parcel ID: 04685-030-000
Legal Description: MEXICO BEACH UNIT 6 235C2 COM MOST NLY COR OF LOT 7, BLK 4, TH NELY 15.01' TH SELY 171.98' TH SWLY 21.39' TO POB. TH SELY 25.20' TH SWLY 66.20' TH NWLY 18.20' TH NELY 22.00' TH NWLY 7.00' TH NELY 44.20' TO POB. AKA UNIT NO. 3224 (LOT 6, COTTAGES AT WATERSIDE VILLAGE) ORB 4723 P 1972
Homestead: No
HOA Fee: Yes
HOA Amount: 900
HOA Frequency: Quarterly
HOA Annual Amount: 3600
New Buyer Fee: No
Last Taxes: 9243.17
Last Tax Year: 2025
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No
Remarks: GULF & CANAL VIEWS + PROVEN RENTAL HISTORY! Discover a standout coastal investment in the gated community of Cottages at Waterside Village in Mexico Beach. Offering the rare combination of Gulf and canal views, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath beach home pairs an inviting coastal atmosphere with a successful vacation rental history generating $115,000 in proven rental income. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or own a beach retreat that can welcome family, friends, and vacation guests, this property offers plenty to appreciate. Designed for relaxed coastal living, the home features an open layout with abundant windows, a spacious kitchen with breakfast bar, and a comfortable living area suited for gathering after a day at the beach. Upstairs, private balconies provide two distinct perspectives of the surrounding coastline and canal, while the flexible loft offers additional sleeping space or room to create a game room, media lounge, or work-from-home retreat. The appeal extends beyond the home itself. Enjoy a community pool, hot tub, and a shared elevated waterfront boardwalk leading to a canal-side deck with day-docking access. With the beach just a short stroll away and the laid-back charm of Mexico Beach all around, this property delivers an appealing blend of coastal lifestyle, flexible accommodations, and established rental performance.
Microwave: 1
Oven - Electric: 1
Range - Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Water Heater - Electric: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Ceiling - Crwn Molding: 1
Floor - Tile: 1
Lighting - Recessed: 1
Lock Out Closet: 1
Pantry: 1
Window - Treatment All: 1
Foundation - Off Grade: 1
Roof - Metal: 1
Balcony: 1
Deck Covered: 1
Other - See Remarks: 1
Waterfront Feet: 25
Accounting: 1
Management: 1
Covenants & Rescrictions: 1
Waterfront: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Additional Parking: 1
Garage Attached: 1
Waterfront: 1
Whirlpool: 1
Half Bathroom: 1
Kitchen: 1
Primary Bathroom: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Electricity - Connected: 1
Public Sewer - Connected: 1
Public Water - Connected: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Air: 1
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Shower Only: 1
MBed Balcony: 1
MBed Waterfront: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Oven - Electric; Range - Electric; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater - Electric
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Electric
Heating: Central; Electric
Exterior: Balcony; Deck Covered; Double Pane Windows
Association Fees Include: Accounting; Management; Recreational Faclty
Financing: Cash; Conventional; VA; Other
Lot Features: Covenants & Rescrictions; Waterfront; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Security Features: Gated Community
Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage Attached; Garage Door Opener
Association Amenities: Boardwalk; Pool; Whirlpool; Waterfront; Other - See Remarks
Rooms: Bedroom; Family Room; Half Bathroom; Kitchen; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom
Utilities: Electricity - Connected; Public Sewer - Connected; Public Water - Connected
Waterfront Type: Canal w/ Gulf Access
Waterfront Feature: Other - See Remarks
Present Zoning: Resid Single Family
| Room Name | Level | Dimensions | Length | Width | Remarks |
| Family Room | First | 20 x 24 | 20.00 | 24.00 | Living/Dining |
| Kitchen | First | 14 x 10 | 14.00 | 10.00 | |
| Half Bathroom | First | 2 x 3 | 2.00 | 3.00 | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 20 x 12 | 20.00 | 12.00 | |
| Primary Bathroom | Second | 5 x 2 | 5.00 | 2.00 | |
| Bedroom | Second | 14 x 13.6 | 14.00 | 13.60 | |
Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC
Last Updated: October - 21 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.