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Condo in Destin, Okaloosa County, FL · 72 units · built 2005

St. Lucia at Silver Shells

15100 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541

72 units Built 2005 Milestone applies
Records last updated Jul 2026 · Sources: FL DBPR · County records · FEMA Is this your building? Request a correction

Overview

St. Lucia is an upscale, well-maintained condominium community known for its exceptionally clean common areas, quiet atmosphere, and secure environment. The property offers spacious, beautifully decorated units featuring full kitchens and balconies with ocean views, positioned just a short walk or steps away from the beach. Residents and visitors enjoy convenient access to nearby restaurants, shopping, and local attractions, alongside on-site amenities like pools and garage parking. While outdoor grills have occasionally received mixed feedback over the years, the overall experience is defined by helpful staff, a family-friendly layout, and a prime coastal location.

Overview compiled from public sources — verify details independently. Review-derived detail here comes from short-stay guest reviews, not residents.

At a glance

Facts, not verdicts
Records verified 3 of 6
Structure
Built 2005
Milestone
Inspection applies
Flood
Being verified
Wind
Being verified
Fees
Being verified
Reviews
5 themes

72 residential units on record.

Is St. Lucia at Silver Shells safe? Structure & milestone status

Stories Being verified
Year built 2005 Source: County property records
Structure type Being verified
Milestone inspection (SB 4-D) Applies — buildings 3+ stories Source: FL SB 4-D

Applicability is a factual classification — it does not indicate that any inspection is overdue or that a building has a problem.

What are the HOA fees at St. Lucia at Silver Shells?

Fee information for this building is being verified from public records.

Local condo market — Destin, FL 32541

Median sale price $563,000 Source: Redfin
Median days on market 109 days Source: Redfin
Year-over-year price change -1.3% Source: Redfin

ZIP-level market snapshot from Redfin public data · updated monthly

What is the flood risk at St. Lucia at Silver Shells?

Flood and wind exposure for this building are being verified from FEMA and county records.

Permits & activity

Permit activity is being compiled from the county building department index.

What guests say about staying at St. Lucia at Silver Shells

What works

Responsive managementWell maintainedStrong amenitiesGood securityQuietAmple parkingClean common areasGood location

What doesn't

Amenities

This building is listed as a vacation rental or resort operation, so this reflects short-stay guest reviews rather than resident experience. Aggregated from public reviews; no individuals are named.

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Frequently asked

Is St. Lucia at Silver Shells safe to live in?

Aedificio doesn't grade or judge buildings. What we can tell you is factual, and as a building of 3+ stories it falls under Florida SB 4-D milestone-inspection requirements. Applicability is a regulatory classification and does not indicate any problem. For a professional assessment, consult a licensed inspector.

What are the HOA fees at St. Lucia at Silver Shells?

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Does St. Lucia at Silver Shells require a milestone inspection?

Yes — as a building of three or more stories it is within the class covered by Florida SB 4-D milestone inspections. This is a factual classification about the building class; Aedificio does not publish whether an inspection is complete or overdue.

Can you get a mortgage on a condo here?

Condo mortgage eligibility depends on the project's "warrantability" (Fannie Mae / Freddie Mac criteria: owner-occupancy, reserves, litigation, insurance). Aedificio surfaces the public inputs; your lender makes the warrantability determination.

Is St. Lucia at Silver Shells in a flood zone?

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