$5,495,000

492 W Park Place Avenue, Florida, 32461 | Inlet Beach

5 beds | 5 baths | 3,136 sq. ft. | 0.29 acre
Est. Payment: $32,256

Overview

This gulf-front home is all about location. It offers an excellent opportunity to rebuild or add on and create your own dream beach house. Occupying an almost quarter-acre lot, this exceptional five-bedroom property is nestled at the end of the street, boasting unrivaled privacy and seclusion. The emerald Gulf of Mexico laps the white sand just 50 feet from the driveway. With no HOA, there’s ample space to dream big, expand, add a pool and carriage house, or even rebuild. The current floor plan includes two spacious open living spaces, one on each level. The second-floor living room has gleaming wood-look flooring and a wall of windows framing breathtaking beach and gulf views. Both levels have fully equipped kitchens, light and airy bedrooms, and modern bathrooms, making the home ideal for multigenerational families or larger groups to share. There are plenty of quiet nooks for reading and there’s a large laundry room with lots of additional storage. The expansive upper deck provides the ultimate gathering place with panoramic gulf views from sunrise to sunset. The large backyard and shaded gazebo are designed for entertaining, barbecues and alfresco living just steps from the waves. Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach offer endless dining, boutique shopping and live entertainment nearby while Camp Helen State Park provides access to nature and watersports on nearby Lake Powell, a rare coastal dune lake.

Property Type:
Detached Single Family
Built In:
1981
Property Size:
3,136 sq. ft.
MLS® ID:
951282

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The neighborhood

Inlet Beach

Inlet Beach sits at the eastern gateway to Scenic Highway 30A, quietly tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Powell. Known for its wide, uncrowded shoreline and preserved natural landscape, the community feels grounded in “old Florida” character while continuing to evolve with thoughtful growth.

Its location offers easy access to neighboring destinations like Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, and Seacrest, while still maintaining a slower, more relaxed rhythm. With protected dunes, rare coastal dune lakes, and one of the largest public beach accesses along 30A, Inlet Beach remains a place where the landscape shapes the experience.

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Lifestyle

Life in Inlet Beach revolves around space, nature, and simplicity. Long wooden walkovers stretch over tall dunes, opening onto expansive beaches that invite wandering and quiet reflection. Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in Florida, plays a central role in daily life, offering paddleboarding, kayaking, and calm-water recreation just steps from the Gulf.

The community embraces outdoor living, from beach walks toward Camp Helen State Park to time spent on the water when the lake naturally opens to the sea. With fewer crowds and a slower pace than neighboring towns, Inlet Beach offers a lifestyle rooted in natural beauty, independence, and an enduring sense of place.

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Architecture

Architecture in Inlet Beach reflects its layered history and organic growth. Classic Florida cottages sit alongside newer coastal homes, creating a streetscape that feels eclectic rather than uniform. Traditional A-frame houses, raised beach homes, and concrete block cottages echo the area’s early roots, including its post-World War II development once known as “Soldiers Beach.”

Newer residences blend modern coastal elements with time-honored forms, often featuring generous porches, metal roofs, and elevated designs suited to the dune environment. Rather than strict architectural guidelines, Inlet Beach’s built environment feels flexible and personal, shaped by both heritage and contemporary coastal living.

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Travel & Access

Getting There
Inlet Beach is located at the eastern end of Scenic Highway 30A, offering a quieter coastal setting with easy access to neighboring communities and Highway 98 for regional travel.

Airports
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is approximately 30 minutes away. Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), about one hour west, provides additional flight options. Private aviation is available nearby.

Drive Times
• ~5 minutes to Rosemary Beach
• ~10 minutes to Alys Beach
• ~30 minutes to ECP Airport

Local Transportation
Inlet Beach supports a relaxed, walkable lifestyle, with biking and golf-cart travel common for short trips. Ride-share services operate throughout the area.

Seasonal Considerations
Peak-season traffic can impact travel along 30A and Highway 98. Planning travel during off-peak hours improves ease of access.

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