Well-maintained, all-brick 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the heart of Rocky Bayou Country Club. This open-concept home offers a bright, light, and airy feel throughout and backs up to a serene nature preserve, providing privacy and peaceful views. The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas stove, flowing effortlessly into the main living areas ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A cozy fireplace adds warmth and charm to the interior. Enjoy relaxing evenings or your morning coffee in the screened-in Florida room overlooking the large, fully fenced backyard. The home offers low-maintenance neutral flooring, new wood flooring installed in 2020, and new carpet in 2024, with tile throughout additional areas of the home. Equipped with an irrigation system, this spacious yard is perfect for families, outdoor projects, or gatherings. Major updates include a roof replaced in 2020 and HVAC updated in 2023. Conveniently located close to highly rated schools, shopping, and an exclusive golf course, this home blends comfort, style, and an exceptional location.
For sale
$640,000
449 Ruckel Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
4beds
2,352sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
0.43 Acres Lot
$625,400 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$13/mo HOA
What's special
Gas stovePrivacy and peaceful viewsOpen-concept homeLarge fully fenced backyardLow-maintenance neutral flooringKitchen features quartz countertopsStainless steel appliances
- 89 days |
- 985 |
- 21 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 24, 2025 at 02:57pm
Listed by:
Jeremy D Fretwell 850-830-3008,
Keller Williams Realty FWB
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 991678
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Newly Painted, Pantry, Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: EPA Qualified Fireplace
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,352
- Total interior livable area: 2,352 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Private Yard, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 161 x 114 x 200
- Features: Cleared, Covenants, Curb & Gutter, Interior Lot, Restrictions, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 041S22500900000170
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Trim Vinyl
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Pool
- Subdivision: ROCKY BAYOU COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 9
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $150 annually
Location
- Region: Niceville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $272/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $492,410
- Annual tax amount: $4,389
- Date on market: 12/22/2025
Estimated market value
$625,400
$594,000 - $657,000
$3,006/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $640,000+43.8%$272/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #991678 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $445,000+113.6%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2000 | Sold | $208,300$89/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,389 +2.5% | $379,052 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,281 +2.5% | $368,012 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,176 +3.3% | $357,293 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,044 +29.6% | $346,886 +24% |
| 2020 | $3,120 +1.3% | $279,699 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,079 +1% | $273,411 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,048 | $268,313 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,048 +0.7% | $262,794 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $3,026 +2.8% | $257,389 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,944 +0.1% | $255,600 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,940 | $253,571 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $249,824 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $245,648 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $252,824 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $257,992 -6.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $275,171 -10% |
| 2008 | -- | $305,903 -10.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $341,958 +67.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $203,841 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $197,904 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $192,140 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $188,557 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $184,138 +1.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $181,238 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,861/mo
Principal & interest
$3192
Property taxes
$656
HOA Fees
$13
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Neighborhood: 32578
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10James E Plew Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10C. W. Ruckel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Niceville Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Plew
- Middle: Ruckel
- High: Niceville
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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