Franklin Homes with Storm Security Shutters Ext. Features

Franklin Homes with Storm Security Shutters Ext. Features

Welcome to Franklin County, Florida, a hidden gem on the Gulf Coast that perfectly blends natural beauty with a welcoming community spirit. Nestled between the stunning Apalachicola National Forest and the pristine beaches of St. George Island, Franklin County offers an idyllic lifestyle for those seeking both tranquility and adventure. With its charming small towns, rich history, and vibrant wildlife, this county is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

One of the standout features of homes in Franklin County is the inclusion of storm security shutters. These protective enhancements not only provide peace of mind during hurricane season, but they also add a layer of energy efficiency and security year-round. Imagine enjoying the gentle sea breeze from your porch, knowing that your home is fortified against the elements. Many properties come equipped with these durable shutters, ensuring that your investment is safeguarded while maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your home.

In addition to storm security shutters, many homes in Franklin County boast a variety of modern amenities and features designed for comfort and convenience. From spacious open floor plans to gourmet kitchens and lush outdoor spaces, these homes cater to diverse lifestyles and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage near the beach or a sprawling family home surrounded by nature, Franklin County has something for everyone.

Explore the charm of Franklin County and discover your dream home equipped with storm security shutters—where safety meets serenity, and every day feels like a vacation. Come experience the beauty and warmth of this coastal community today!

Newest Franklin Homes with Storm Security Shutters Ext. Features

$315,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 329088 MLS
Embrace the coastal lifestyle with this exceptional opportunity to own a charming, low-maintenance villa perfectly positioned in the desirable X Flood Zone! The spacious 3BR/2BA "Vita" floor plan showcases an expansive social living area anchored by a light-filled, open kitchen and dining space, perfect for relaxed coastal living and entertaining. Smartly designed, these roomy villas are rich in quality finishes and craftsmanship. The Arazzo Community is moments away from the heart of Port St. Joe, pristine beaches, boutique shopping, local waterfront dining, live music & entertainment, and gym facilities too! Residents of Arazzo enjoy a resort-style pool, spacious pavilion, upscale clubhouse and a pickleball court. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a coastal retreat, or an investment opportunity, Arazzo is the ideal destination! If you are looking for a turn-key property, this could be the home! The seller is open to selling most of the home's furnishings, including furniture, linens, dishes, and decor. These items are negotiable and available for purchase separately from the contract through a separate bill of sale. The home buyer will receive a complimentary two-hour interior design consultation from Russell Designs to help personalize their new home! Call Wendy for a showing appointment today!

108 Canvas Ln, Port St. Joe
$299,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 329086 MLS
Welcome home to this custom-built, meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence nestled in a quaint, peaceful subdivision. Thoughtfully designed with quality finishes and exceptional attention to detail, this home is truly move-in ready. Step inside to discover luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, elegant tray ceilings with crown molding, and a cozy digital fireplace that provides both ambiance and supplemental heat. The fully equipped kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring a deep solid white farmhouse-style sink, and abundant storage with custom-installed organizers. The spacious primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower, while both bathrooms are equipped with relaxing rain shower heads for a spa-like experience. Built for beauty, efficiency, and peace of mind, the home features durable Hardie board siding, a metal roof, solar panels, water-resistant foundation and porch coating, and a solar screen on the front storm door and fabric hurricane shutters. A private well keeps the lush landscaping and vibrant green backyard looking its best while helping reduce watering costs. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with covered front and rear porches perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The fenced backyard includes an 8' x 12' climate-controlled storage building with a loft, providing excellent space for hobbies, seasonal dcor, or additional storage. An extended paved driveway offers plenty of parking for guests. Conveniently located just five minutes from our charming coastal village, you'll enjoy easy access to local shopping, restaurants, and the public beach. Plus, you're only a short 20-minute drive from the pristine beaches of St. George Island and the historic waterfront community of Apalachicola. If you're looking for a beautifully upgraded, energy-efficient home that combines quality craftsmanship with coastal charm, this exceptional property is one you won't want to miss!

219 Ante-Beppum Loop, Carrabelle
$1,175,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 328994 MLS ⋅ Aquapelago BLDG.
If you've been waiting for a St. George Island Plantation home with true Gulf views, a private pool, proven rental history, and exceptional value, welcome to Aquapelago. Just 200 steps from the beach, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat offers the ideal blend of coastal luxury, privacy, and investment potential, making it one of the best-value first-tier Gulf-view homes in the Plantation. The light-filled top-floor living area is designed to maximize the Gulf views, with expansive sliding glass doors opening to spacious decks perfect for sunrise coffee, evening cocktails, and salty breezes. The open-concept kitchen and dining area comfortably seats ten, making it ideal for entertaining family and guests. All three bedrooms offer direct deck access. Two king suites overlook the resurfaced private pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, while the oversized bunk room comfortably accommodates additional guests, making the home equally suited for family getaways and vacation rentals. Aquapelago is also a proven income producer, generating $104,386 in gross rental income in 2024 and $96,977 in 2025, with $72,279 already on the books for 2026 as of July 12, 2026, providing immediate income potential for the next owner. Recent upgrades include solar panels (2021) that help keep average electric costs around $150 per month, hurricane shutters (2022), a new HVAC system (2021), and a transferable flood insurance policy of just $1,079 annually. Additional features include covered parking, covered entry, a hot and cold outdoor shower, fish-cleaning station, and grilling area. Owners also enjoy the exceptional amenities of the St. George Island Plantation, including two community pools, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, nature trails, a clubhouse, a private airstrip, and exclusive access to Bob Sikes Cut. A new buyer fee of 0.5% of the purchase price is payable to the Plantation Property Owners Association at closing.

1912 Nautilus Dr, St. George Island
$875,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 328911 MLS
Waterfront luxury awaits in this custom-built 2021 home located in the desirable Angler's Harbor community on the Carrabelle River. Enjoy incredible boating amenities including a community pool, private boat ramps, community dock, and assigned boat slip. Built for comfort and durability, the home features a standing seam metal roof, elevator, ground-level storage room, generator ready and storm shutters on the sliding glass doors leading to the deck. The first living level offers a spacious primary suite with breathtaking river views, a sitting area, walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite featuring a soaking tub, custom tile walk-in shower, and double vanity. A guest bedroom with its own private ensuite and a conveniently located laundry room complete this level. Upstairs, the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is designed to maximize natural light and panoramic river views. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a large breakfast bar perfect for entertaining. The living room opens to a spacious covered porch overlooking the Carrabelle River, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the waterfront lifestyle. A third bedroom and full bathroom are also located on this level, providing additional space for family and guests. The seller also owns two adjacent lots and an additional boat slip, all of which may be purchased separately. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, this exceptional riverfront home offers quality construction, stunning views, and direct access to some of the best boating and fishing on Florida's Forgotten Coast.

121 Anglers Harbor Ln, Carrabelle
$1,620,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 328899 MLS ⋅ Paradise BLDG.
There are homes, and then there are rare coastal sanctuaries that leave a lasting impression — this is one of them. Perfectly positioned on North Cape San Blas, this home is a thoughtfully designed, custom-built beach retreat completed in 2024, offering sweeping Gulf views, refined craftsmanship, and a sense of calm that's hard to find and impossible to forget. From the moment you step inside, the attention to detail is unmistakable. A stunning pecky cypress ceiling anchors the main living space, adding warmth, texture, and timeless coastal character that beautifully complements the home's modern elegance. The open-concept layout was designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, with soaring ceilings, wide plank flooring, and a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring quartz countertops, premium appliances, a statement range hood with pot filler, and a wet bar with wine storage — ideal for gathering after a day on the beach. Tasteful dcor throughout the home strikes the perfect balance between luxury and relaxed coastal living, creating an atmosphere that feels elevated yet inviting. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the home offers generous space and privacy for owners and guests alike. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, complete with tray ceilings, custom closet storage, and a spa-inspired bathroom designed for true relaxation. Additional guest accommodations are equally well-appointed, including a private suite with its own balcony and Gulf views. Multiple outdoor living spaces invite you to take in sunrise & sunset views, while the private backyard oasis offers a heated saltwater pool, lush landscaping, outdoor shower, & grill area, creating the perfect setting to unwind or entertain. With no HOA restrictions & close proximity to the beach, this property offers freedom, flexibility, and an unmatched coastal lifestyle.

185 Swirly Sun Dr, Cape San Blas
$509,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 328883 MLS
Welcome to 542 Vermilion Circle, where coastal living meets investment opportunity in the highly sought-after WindMark Beach community along Florida's beautiful Forgotten Coast. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or income-producing investment, this beautifully furnished home is move-in ready—just bring your toothbrush! Located in a master-planned, golf cart-friendly community, you'll enjoy easy access to the white-sand beaches of St. Joseph Bay, scenic walking and biking trails, elevated beach boardwalks, nature paths, and expansive green spaces. WindMark Beach offers exceptional amenities, including two resort-style pools (one heated), bay views, an amphitheater, Village Green gathering spaces, and convenient beach access. The Village Center is just a golf cart ride away and features local shops, cafs, Bruno's Pizza, The Sunrise Cafe, a fitness center (membership required), and other everyday conveniences. Inside, this thoughtfully designed home offers comfortable, versatile living spaces with coastal charm and is being sold fully furnished, making it ideal for immediate enjoyment or rental use. This property generated approximately $31,000 in gross rental revenue from March through September 2025 and already has rental bookings through the third week of August 2026, providing excellent income potential. Additionally, the Seller has requested HOA approval to install drought-tolerant privacy hedges along the rear of the property for enhanced backyard privacy. Whether you're relaxing at the beach, enjoying the community amenities, or exploring the Village Center, this home offers the very best of the Florida coastal lifestyle. Buyer should verify all measurements if important. Taxes are specific to the Seller and may vary. If used as a short-term rental, an additional community fee of $1,200 per year applies.

542 Vermilion Cir, Port St. Joe
$1,999,700
3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 328880 MLS ⋅ Flamingo Bay BLDG.
Custom Built, BAY FRONT home with private dock. PRIVATE BEACH. NO MARSH to wade through. Excellent fishing! Reds and trout caught right off the dock! Top of the line appliances including: WOLF gas range, NEW refrigerator, BOSCH dishwasher, leather topped granite kitchen countertops. On demand water heater, and AC installed 2018, New Air Handler 2025. New septic blower, pump & control panel in 2020. NEW 2025 DRAIN FIELD. Brilliant Pine flooring & ceiling add to the beauty of this home. The fireplace and comfortable High End furnishings as well as the view of the BAY, make the perfect setting to watch sunsets. The Florida Room off the master bedroom adds to the privacy of the Master Suite. It shares an entrance to the attached BAY SIDE fully screened in porch with a extra long dining table, comfortable sitting area and a porch swing. With EXCELLENT VIEWS and ENTERTAINING this bay side porch has a kitchen window pass through, for all your culinary items. Wrap around hurricane shutters offer the protection needed for storms. The attached, drive through garage is a great place to store your boat, golf cart and all of your recreation items. NEW rip rap along the entire bay side shoreline. Sand Beach inside entire line of rip rap. The outdoor shower and a 1/2 bathroom are easily accessible on ground level. Take the NEW Lift/ Elevator up to the street side porch or either of the three stairways to reach the one level living space. Handicap accessible. Owners stay in the house several weeks throughout the year. INVESTORS - GREAT RENTAL!! Community offers: pickleball, tennis, two swimming pools, club house, weight room, bike path, air strip, security... Great opportunity to own this waterfront one of a kind, GORGEOUS, beautifully staged, FULLY FURNISHED home in the Plantation, on St. George Island. If uncompromising, High End Quality, is important to you, purchase this exquisite home! Projected 2026 income $100K. HOA Buy In fee .5% purchase price

1419 Dove Ln, St. George Island
$825,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 328849 MLS
Spacious bayview home on St. George Island! Situated in the middle of a large corner lot, this home was designed as a full time residence and offers space, privacy and bay views from the great room, sun room and bayside deck. Custom kitchen was renovated in 2020 with new cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, gas stove, tile backsplash, pantry and extra custom features for real cooks. Relax on the bayside sun room enjoying the bay views and bright natural light through the many windows and glass doors. Lovely oak floors through the living, kitchen and sun room areas. Large, primary bedroom on the main level. A glass sliding door provides bright, natural light and opens directly to a shady back deck. Two large guest rooms upstairs, each with en suite baths, newly floored. Well-maintained, new roof in 2019, new gas water heater in 2022, low maintenance, hardiboard siding, new windows and Bahama shutters in the upstairs bedrooms. Dog friendly living with gates on the deck and stairs leading directly to the fenced side yard. Storage rooms below for beach gear and bicycles. Just 150' to the bayfront Regatta Park where you can launch a kayak and easy 4 block walk to the beach access at 9th Street. You've got to see this bright, cheerful beach home to appreciate all the extras!

300 Cook St, St. George Island
$1,450,000
7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 328718 MLS
SELLER REDUCED PRICE $100,000.00. As per HOA Dock repairs and slips coming soon, totally remodeled and updated 7552 total sq. ft. home is located on the desired east end of St. George Island. Enjoy Gulf and Bay views that are must-see. This home offers 7 Bedrooms 5 Full Baths and 2 1/2 Baths with 2 car garage. 4936 Sq. Ft heated and cooled. don't like stairs no problem, a custom 8 ft. Elevator box car gives access to all 3 levels. Home shares a community dock for all those water sports activities the forgotten coast has to offer. New Security coded gate, New Kitchen, All stainless-steel appliances) New Bathrooms, all with soft close door hinges and drawer glides on 1st level cabinets. All new Quartz countertops in the kitchen and full bathrooms on the main level. New water heater, New Roof, New Electric meter with generator hook up, New Septic system, New Exterior shower added at N.E. corner, New 5-ton Trane AC unit, 4 New dormers with hurricane grade windows on the 2nd level, On 1st level 1/2 Bath in utility room with stackable washer and dryer also Extra washer and dryer in 2 car Garage. All new parquet extreme polymer layered waterproof LVP 9"Wide honey-colored flooring and stair treads throughout the home except kitchen floor tile. All new outlets, rocker switches, cover plates upgraded LED bulbs, and light fixtures throughout this home. all on 1 Acre. Make your offer on this incredible property. Beach access for this subdivision is located across East Gulf Beach Dr. (as per Franklin County). Check out the Gulf and Bay views from the top on your large widow's walk. You can truly have it all in this property. Call and set your appointment to view and live the Coastal life you have dreamed of!! Looking to build more homes, (2 lots also available) 2 Waterview lots could be purchased as a package deal. Rent this one while building the other homes this is a fantastic opportunity for an Income producing portfolio The owner said to make an offer on 1 or all.

1183 Russell Way, St. George Island
$363,990
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 328691 MLS
ASK ABOUT CURRENT SPECIALS AND PROMOTIONS! As you enter through the front door, you'll be greeted by an open living area, encompassing the great room and dining room. This open concept design creates a seamless flow and a sense of togetherness. The kitchen is a true standout, boasting an abundance of counter space, providing a spacious and practical workspace for all your culinary endeavors. The guest rooms are split to one side of your new home, for ample privacy and tranquility. This wing also boasts the second bath. The oversized Primary is tucked away to the other side and encompasses an ensuite primary bath with large walk-in closet. Virtual tour of similar home, but not the subject property listed. Color in homes and upgrades may differ.

440 Salt Creek Ln, Mexico Beach
$372,990
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 328689 MLS
ASK ABOUT CURRENT SPECIALS AND PROMOTIONS! As you enter through the front door, you'll be greeted by an open dining room and bedroom to your left. This open concept design creates a seamless flow and a sense of togetherness. The kitchen is a true standout, boasting an abundance of counter space, providing a spacious and practical workspace for all your culinary endeavors. The guest rooms are split to one side of your new home, for ample privacy and tranquility. This wing also boasts the second bath. The oversized Primary is tucked away to the other side and encompasses an ensuite primary bath with large walk-in closet. Virtual tour of similar home, but not the subject property listed. Color in homes and upgrades may differ.

444 Salt Creek Ln, Mexico Beach
$1,695,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 328625 MLS ⋅ Big Swell BLDG.
This stunning Gulf-front home on the north end of Cape San Blas offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience—along with $96,047 in gross rental income for 2024 and $85,355 for 2025. With no HOA, over 5,000 total square feet, 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and a private elevator servicing all floors, this property is both a long established short term rental and a beautifully designed coastal beach home. Every bedroom features its own private balcony offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico or St. Joe Bay. On the north Cape, the sun sets directly over the water, creating picture-perfect evenings and making this section of Cape San Blas the most desirable on the peninsula. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee with a bay view or winding down with a sunset show over the Gulf, this home delivers unforgettable moments. Inside, the home is tastefully furnished with an invigorating coastal design. All furnishings convey with the sale making it truly turnkey. Located near local favorites like Scallop Cove general store and bait & tackle shop, and St. Joe Shrimp Company, you'll have everything you need just a short drive or bike ride away. When it's time to explore the Cape's natural environment, the whole family can enjoy St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, just minutes away. From beachside picnics to bayside paddling, snorkeling, and fishing—plus easy boat access at Eagle Harbor—you'll have adventure and relaxation at your convenience. For daily exercise or a peaceful evening ride, take the pedestrian path that stretches the entire length of Cape San Blas, perfect for walking, jogging, or biking along the coastline. Whether you're looking for an investment, a second home, or your own private beachfront getaway—this property checks every box. While all information is believed to be accurate, Buyers are to verify all details they find important to their purchase, including property dimensions, zoning, and any applicable restrictions.

4191 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe
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