889 Backwater Road, Port St. Joe, FL 32456 (MLS# 784634)


$539,000
889 Backwater Road
Port St. Joe, FL 32456
MLS# 784634
4 beds  |  3 baths  |  2127 sqft


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Front of home Entry Entry Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen Open kitchen Living Open living Open living Dining Laundry Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Primary Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom Full Bath Bedroom Bedroom MIL 1 MIL 2 MIL 3 MIL 4 MIL 5 MIL 6 MIL 7 Back view Back view Back porch Front Front Front Aerial Aerial Aerial Aerial Aerial Aerial Aerial Pool Pool Pool Pool WMB WMB beach boardwalk sunset Bay sunset Lighthouse PSJ Marina Reid Ave Cape San Blas aerial Net fishing Off shore fishing Shore fishing

Property Description
ANY OFFERS ACCEPTED PRIOR TO JULY 31ST will include a golf cart to be sold with the property! COASTAL COMFORT LIVING AT WINDMARK BEACH! This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath coastal craftsman cottage offers the perfect blend of everyday comfort and vacation-inspired style, all just steps from the community pool and moments from breathtaking sunsets along Windmark Beach. The property has a proven track record of strong rental income, making it an excellent option for buyers seeking both lifestyle and investment value. Inside, the home features a bright, open layout filled with natural light, with quartz countertops anchoring the heart of the home--ideal for beachside breakfasts, relaxed evenings, and casual gatherings. Neutral finishes and a thoughtfully designed floor plan create an easy, welcoming atmosphere that makes coastal living feel effortless. A standout feature is the in-law suite with a private entrance, providing flexibility for guests, extended family, or enhanced rental performance. Located within the peaceful Windmark Beach community, residents enjoy scenic walking and biking trails, resort-style amenities, and a short golf cart ride to the village for dining and community events. The community pool is just steps away, while the beach offers nightly sunset views that are a favorite among guests and owners alike. Outdoor recreation is always close by, including fishing, boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking, with historic downtown Port St. Joe just a short drive away for marina access, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and local entertainment. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or high-performing short-term rental, this Windmark Beach home delivers comfort, location, and income potential. Call for your private tour and LIVE THE BEACH LIFE.

Details
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General Property Info
Acreage: 0.16
Design: Craftsman Style
Lot Size (SqFt): 6795
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2127
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Construction Status: Construction Complete
SqFt Source: Prop App Site
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Lot Dimensions: 62 x 109
New Construction: No
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway Spaces: 2
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 3
Total Baths: 3
Year Built: 2023
Contract Info
List Price/SqFt: 253.41
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-02-03
List Price: $539,000
Current Price: $539,000
Location
Sub Area: 0702 - Gulf County - St. Joe 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 Hwy 98 turn onto Discovery L. left onto Backwater Rd. Home will be on the right.
Area: 07 - Gulf County
Street #: 889
Street Name: Backwater
Street Suffix: Road
State: FL
Zip Code: 32456
County: Gulf
Subdivision: Windmark
Parcel ID: 04241-216R
Legal Description: S 16 T7S R11W LOT 82 WINDMARK BEACH CREEKSIDE PHASE 1C PB 8 PGS 45-49 ORB 769/946 FR WINDMARK JV LLC MAP 32B
Listing Info, Tax and Legal
Homestead: No
HOA Fee: Yes
HOA Amount: 490
HOA Frequency: Quarterly
HOA Annual Amount: 1960
New Buyer Fee: Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt: 150
New Buyer Fee Paid: $
Last Taxes: 6254
Last Tax Year: 2025
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: ANY OFFERS ACCEPTED PRIOR TO JULY 31ST will include a golf cart to be sold with the property! COASTAL COMFORT LIVING AT WINDMARK BEACH! This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath coastal craftsman cottage offers the perfect blend of everyday comfort and vacation-inspired style, all just steps from the community pool and moments from breathtaking sunsets along Windmark Beach. The property has a proven track record of strong rental income, making it an excellent option for buyers seeking both lifestyle and investment value. Inside, the home features a bright, open layout filled with natural light, with quartz countertops anchoring the heart of the home--ideal for beachside breakfasts, relaxed evenings, and casual gatherings. Neutral finishes and a thoughtfully designed floor plan create an easy, welcoming atmosphere that makes coastal living feel effortless. A standout feature is the in-law suite with a private entrance, providing flexibility for guests, extended family, or enhanced rental performance. Located within the peaceful Windmark Beach community, residents enjoy scenic walking and biking trails, resort-style amenities, and a short golf cart ride to the village for dining and community events. The community pool is just steps away, while the beach offers nightly sunset views that are a favorite among guests and owners alike. Outdoor recreation is always close by, including fishing, boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking, with historic downtown Port St. Joe just a short drive away for marina access, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and local entertainment. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or high-performing short-term rental, this Windmark Beach home delivers comfort, location, and income potential. Call for your private tour and LIVE THE BEACH LIFE.
Dining Room
First: 1
Mother-In-Law
First: 1
Pool Features
Inground: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Range - Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Water Heater - Tankless: 1
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar: 1
Floor - Vinyl Plank: 1
Guest Quarters: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Lighting - Recessed: 1
Pantry: 1
Window - Treatment All: 1
Construction/Siding
Foundation - Slab on Grade: 1
Roof - Dimensional Shg: 1
Siding - Hardie Board: 1
Exterior
Patio Open: 1
Porch Open: 1
Association Fees Include
Accounting: 1
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Beach: 1
Community Room: 1
Dock: 1
Ground Keeping: 1
Legal: 1
Management: 1
Playground: 1
Pool: 1
Recreational Faclty: 1
Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA: 1
Furnished
Furnished: 1
Kitchen
First: 1
Living Room
First: 1
Lot Features
Covenants & Rescrictions: 1
Flood Insurance Req: 1
Improved Lots: 1
Interior Lot: 1
Subdivision - Recorded: 1
Retention Pond: 1
Survey Available: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Lot Access
Comm/Own/Maint: 1
Paved Road: 1
Parking Features
Driveway: 1
Garage Attached: 1
Present Zoning
County: 1
Resid Single Family: 1
Association Amenities
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Beach: 1
Boardwalk: 1
Community Room: 1
Fishing: 1
Picnic Area: 1
Playground: 1
Pool: 1
Retail Shops: 1
Waterfront: 1
Dining: 1
Recreation Facilities: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Dining Room: 1
Kitchen: 1
Living Room: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Mother-In-Law: 1
Showing
ShowingTime: 1
Utilities
TV Cable: 1
Electricity - Connected: 1
Garbage: 1
Internet - Broadband Available: 1
Public Sewer - Connected: 1
Public Water - Connected: 1
Underground Utilities: 1
Waterview
Other - See Remarks: 1
Waterfront Type
Other: 1
Primary Bedroom
First: 1
Bedroom
First: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Air: 1
Electric: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Electric: 1
Primary Bdrm/Primary Bath
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Separate Shwr: 1
MBed First Floor: 1
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Property Features
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range - Electric; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater - Tankless
Primary Bedroom: First
Bedroom: First
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Electric
Heating: Central; Electric
Exterior: Patio Open; Porch Open
Association Fees Include: Accounting; BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Community Room; Dock; Legal; Ground Keeping; Management; Playground; Pool; Recreational Faclty
Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA
Furnished: Furnished
Kitchen: First
Living Room: First
Lot Features: Covenants & Rescrictions; Flood Insurance Req; Improved Lots; Interior Lot; Retention Pond; Subdivision - Recorded; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot Access: Comm/Own/Maint; Paved Road
Dining Room: First
Mother-In-Law: First
Pool Features: Inground
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Parking Features: Driveway; Garage Attached
Association Amenities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Boardwalk; Community Room; Dining; Fishing; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Recreation Facilities; Retail Shops; Waterfront
Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Mother-In-Law
Showing: ShowingTime
Utilities: TV Cable; Electricity - Connected; Garbage; Internet - Broadband Available; Public Sewer - Connected; Public Water - Connected; Underground Utilities
Waterfront Type: Other
Waterview: Other - See Remarks
Present Zoning: County; Resid Single Family
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Remarks
Living RoomFirst10 x 1710.0017.00
Dining RoomFirst9 x 179.0017.00
KitchenFirst10 x 1710.0017.00
Primary BedroomFirst14 x 1514.0015.00
BedroomFirst11 x 1211.0012.00
BedroomFirst11 x 1211.0012.00
Mother-In-LawFirst10 x 1410.0014.00Living room
Mother-In-LawFirst9 x 119.0011.00Bedroom
Mother-In-LawFirst10 x 1410.0014.00Kitchen

Listing Office: Beach Properties Real Estate

Last Updated: July - 24 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.