Complete Waterfront Property Guide: Shalimar & Poquito Bayou 2025
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Buying Waterfront Property in Shalimar, FL
Essential Checks
Water depth measurements
Seawall/dock condition
Flood zone rating
Insurance costs
Property elevation
Storm history
Property Features
Deep water access
Protected docking
Proper elevation
Storm protection
Sunrise/sunset views
Current Market (2025)
Price Ranges
Garnier Bayou: $800,000-$2.5M
Poquito Bayou: $750,000-$1.8M
Water view only: $600,000-$900,000
Infrastructure Essentials
Seawall Checklist
Regular inspections
No visible cracks
No leaning
Good drainage
Recent repairs
Proper permits
Dock Requirements
Depth at low tide
Structural integrity
Working utilities
Boat lift condition
Current permits
Insurance Requirements
Required Coverage
Flood: $2,500-4,500/year
Wind: $1,500-3,000/year
Total package: $5,000-8,000/year
Water Depth Management
Best Measuring Times
Early morning (6-9 AM)
Low tide periods
Winter months
Before storms
Monitoring Tools
Depth finders
Tide charts
GPS systems
Manual gauges
Community Benefits
Activities
Year-round boating
Fishing
Water sports
Community events
Annual Events
Holiday boat parades
Fishing tournaments
Beach cleanups
Sunset cruises
Selling Tips
Best Times
Spring listing
Summer showing
Fall closing
Preparation
Fresh exterior paint
Updated dock/lift
Clean seawall
Professional photos
Water depth chart
Maintenance Considerations
Annual Costs
Dock upkeep: $1,500-3,000
Seawall inspection: $500-1,000
Marine equipment: $1,000+
Landscaping: $2,000+
Location Benefits
3 minutes to Eglin AFB
10 minutes to beaches
15 minutes to airport
Walking distance to shops
