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Thinking of investing, moving, or just looking for a place to escape the cold? There’s no place better than the Forgotten Coast. Give us a call or drop us a line and we’ll be happy to help you with any questions you have!

Value. Waterfront property has historically always been an excellent investment. While nationwide the market may ebb and flow, homes and land near or on the water tend to hold their value if not appreciate in value. It’s no exception here. In fact, thanks to the various features of the Forgotten Coast, it's been one of the nation’s leaders in solid real estate investment.

Fun. On the Forgotten Coast you have three different places to enjoy the water. The rivers, the bays and the gulf. The Apalachicola River is part of the Intracoastal Waterway which is navigable from Carrabelle, FL to Brownsville, TX. Canoe, kayak, water-ski, explore. It’s beautiful. The pristine Apalachicola Bay is known around the world for its plentiful and delicious oysters. Grab your tongs and a bottle of hot sauce! If you’d rather deep-sea fish, there’s always the Gulf of Mexico. Not to mention the white sand beaches of St. George Island and Cape San Blas.

Pace of life. No one’s in a rush on the Forgotten Coast. Why should they be? Everything has remained practically the same for the last 100 years or so. Highway 98 meanders along the beautiful coast. Walk or ride your bike to the charming boutiques and award-winning restaurants housed in 19th century cotton warehouses in Apalachicola. Move here and you’ll soon be a part of the friendly and vibrant community, but you’ll find no hustle, no bustle, no stress and very little traffic.

Today's Newest Forgotten Coast Properties

1915 Smugglers Cove Rd, St. George Island
$1,280,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Full Baths ⋅ 329881 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful Waterfront Vacation Home for Sale “Come for the view — stay for the privacy, private dock, and boat slip.” Welcome to your dream coastal retreat. Nestled on a quiet waterfront cove with 210 feet of shoreline, this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of Smuggler's Cove Bay, exceptional privacy, and direct water access with a private dock and boat slip. Set on a wooded one-acre lot, the home is surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility. Expansive picture windows fill the spacious living area with natural light while perfectly framing the spectacular waterfront scenery. Built in 1994 by renowned local builder Carl Hoffman, this home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated over the years. Unlike many vacation properties, it has not been rented in years and has instead been carefully cared for by a family who spend six months each year enjoying it as their seasonal home. Many upgrades are afforded you, including; hurricane shutters, newly replaced tin roof (2024), weathered cedar siding (power washed 2025), upgraded electrical box, whole house wired for generator (2018), Gas Fireplace, Water Heater replaced (2026), Sewer “Aerobic” septic tank, two car covered garage with 3 separate storage compartments, ample space for your perfect outdoor kitchen. All furnishings are negotiable. Located within The Plantation, a prestigious private gated community with 24-hour roaming security, residents enjoy exclusive amenities including: Private airfield. Community beach. Clubhouse. Swimming pool, Exercise room, Pickleball courts, Tennis courts This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained waterfront getaway offering privacy, comfort, and unforgettable views. Schedule Your Private Tour For more information or to arrange a showing, contact: Bill Zester Anchor Realty 973-650-3318 ________________________________________

1915 Smugglers Cove Rd, St. George Island
400 Mccloud St, St. George Island
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Full Baths ⋅ 329875 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to The Salty Snapper! A popular 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental featuring a private pool, game room, and beautiful panoramic bay views. A NEW ROOF was installed October 21, 2025! Located just minutes from the heart of St. George Island, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy, coastal charm, and convenient access to everything the island has to offer. The spacious split-bedroom floor plan provides comfortable accommodations, while expansive wraparound decks create the perfect setting for enjoying breathtaking bay views and picturesque sunsets with family and friends. The outdoor amenities are designed for relaxation and entertainment. Enjoy the screened-in private pool, conveniently connected to the lower-level recreation room, which also features a full bathroom. A large, fenced yard provides plenty of room for children and pets to play, while the impressive 24' x 30' metal storage building, complete with a 12' covered bay, offers exceptional space for storing boats, vehicles, golf carts, and all your coastal adventure gear. Inside, the home offers a welcoming central gathering space designed for comfortable coastal living and easy entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, beautiful granite countertops, and ample cabinetry and storage, making it easy to prepare meals and gather with family and guests. Situated in a peaceful NO HOA neighborhood, you'll enjoy the freedom and flexibility of coastal living while remaining just minutes from local shopping, dining, and the sparkling Gulf waters. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a second home, or an income-producing vacation rental, The Salty Snapper offers an opportunity to enjoy the best of the Forgotten Coast while benefiting from an established vacation rental property. Offered fully furnished, this home is ready for you to move in, start enjoying island life, or welcome your next vacation guests. Schedule your private showing today, and be sure to explore the 360 virtual tour: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/b07b6611-a5b3-4062-9334-f3cd34f10ad2?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard

400 Mccloud St, St. George Island
102 Summer House Ln, Cape San Blas
$1,149,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Full Baths ⋅ 329874 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Pull into The Blue Pearl, an expertly designed coastal retreat on Cape San Blas's quiet northern corridor. The journey begins beneath the home's solid piling structure, where a deep, concrete-pad carport provides secure parking for multiple vehicles, plus a large boat or small RV, with potential for an RV utility hookup. With 2,472 heated square feet across a 4-BR, 3-BA floor plan, this turnkey estate is engineered to eliminate layout friction, letting you transition from the steering wheel to vacation mode the moment you arrive. From the covered parking bay, a welcoming ground-floor foyer leads to the private middle-level quarters, where arriving guests can unpack, rest, and settle into vacation mode at their own pace. A central transition hallway with a morning coffee bar divides the suites, cooled by a new second-floor HVAC system (Aug. 2026). The primary sanctuary features a spa-inspired bathroom with a classic clawfoot soaking tub, a double marble vanity, and double glass French doors opening onto a covered private balcony. Across the hall, a flexible guest bunk suite connects directly to a third bedroom through a shared, dual-entry Jack-and-Jill bathroom. The top floor ascends into a vast, light-filled entertainment level designed for gathering and effortless conversation. Engineered teak hardwood floors run underfoot, connecting a comfortable living lounge and dining zone to a fully equipped chef's kitchen centered on a massive 9-foot granite island with a hammered copper farmhouse sink, a built-in reverse osmosis system, and updated appliances including a new refrigerator (2022), dishwasher (2021), and water heater (2021). This entire floor features all-premium Restoration Hardware fixtures and opens through double doors to reveal the property's crown jewel: over 800 square feet of covered, multi-level outdoor living space. Anchored by a massive 28x12 covered western porch, this extension is perfectly oriented to deliver front-row, unobstructed views of the Cape's iconic golden-hour sunsets over the open Gulf and Saint Joseph Bay. The outdoor lifestyle comes full circle back on the ground level, fortified by major mechanical updates and fresh maintenance. Tucked quietly behind the parking area is an enclosed, screened lounge with a premium cedar hot tub, plus a private hot-and-cold outdoor shower. A freshly installed wooden boardwalk (Nov. 2024) leads directly out from the shower area. Set high and dry in the premier, low-risk X-Flood zone (no mandatory flood insurance required) and with a freshly painted exterior (Nov. 2024), the estate sits on a fully cleared, level 0.21-acre lot ready for a future private pool installation. With the community pool just a 2-minute stroll away and the beach boardwalk a 3-minute walk down the path, you get immediate water access without the traditional maintenance headaches. This is a dialed-in coastal package: arrive, unpack, and play. Schedule your tour before the next sunset. You won't regret it.

102 Summer House Ln, Cape San Blas
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