Record $18.2M Gulf-Front Estate Sale Shatters 30A Benchmark By Blankenship | Watkins Advisory Group

SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 /Florida 's Scenic Highway 30A has become synonymous with luxury living, but its latest headline sale has redefined the standard. A brand-new, Gulf-front estate at 4603 W County Highway has sold off-market for $18.2 million, the highest single-family home sale recorded on 30A year-to-date and a new benchmark for the sought-after West End.

The 11,426-square-foot residence was brought to life through a collaboration of some of the Emerald Coast 's most respected talents. Core Structure served as the builder, Brian Stackable was the architect, and BFP Interiors curated the interiors. The result: a modern coastal retreat that blends architectural precision with resort-level amenities.

A Home Without Compromise

Set on 85 feet of private beachfront across a 0.6-acre lot, the estate features nine bedrooms, eleven bathrooms, and a series of thoughtfully designed living spaces. Walls of glass open to panoramic Gulf views, blurring the line between indoors and outdoors.

Luxury touches abound, including dual kitchens, a butler 's pantry, wine room, spa, gym, theater, bocce court, outdoor kitchen, and a private Gulf-front pool. The third-floor primary suite is its own sanctuary, complete with a spa-style bath, dual closets, private den, and uninterrupted water vistas.

"This property represents the very best of what 30A has to offer," said Beau Blankenship, co-founder of Blankenship | Watkins Advisory Group. "Between its design pedigree, its location, and its sheer scale, it 's no surprise it has set a new standard for the market."

The Market Makers

The sale was handled by Blankenship |Watkins Advisory Group in partnership with Christie 's International Real Estate Emerald Coast, the firm behind a majority of 2025 's largest transactions. Of the 14 sales above $10 million closed on 30A this year, the group has represented 8, more than any other brokerage.

Their dominance underscores a broader trend: 30A is increasingly viewed as one of the country 's premier luxury markets, attracting both domestic and international buyers.

"Buyers today aren 't just purchasing a home, they 're buying into a lifestyle and a community with global cachet," added Blankenship. "That 's why we 're seeing record-breaking numbers, and why this market still has room to grow."

A Landmark Year

This $18.2 million transaction is not only a record-breaker for West 30A (where the previous high was $13.2 million), but also a defining moment in the area 's trajectory. As ultra-luxury estates continue to reshape the coastline, the Emerald Coast is cementing its place alongside Florida 's most prestigious destinations.

For now, 4603 W County Highway stands as the crown jewel - a testament to world-class craftsmanship, architectural vision, and the enduring allure of the Gulf.

Beau Blankenship
beaublankenship@cireec.com

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Christie 's International Real Estate Emerald Coast

SOURCE:Beau Blankenship

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