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Meet Crystal Watkins

Crystal Watkins

Crystal Watkins

With 19 years of real estate experience and more than three decades living in the Destin and 30A area, Crystal brings an unmatched depth of local knowledge paired with a global perspective. Consistently recognized as a top producer, she is a Guild Elite member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing and holds prestigious designations including Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Global Real Estate Practitioner, and Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist.
 
Crystal is known for delivering a highly discreet, strategic, and seamless experience. Her clients value her foresight, proactive communication, and ability to anticipate needs, often describing the process as effortless and elevated. She remains at the forefront of the luxury market by attending international real estate conferences, advanced industry trainings, and global networking events, ensuring her clients benefit from the latest market intelligence and refined marketing strategies.
 
Beyond her success as an agent, Crystal has held influential leadership roles within top real estate organizations, including chairing luxury divisions, serving on Agent Leadership Councils, and mentoring other high-performing agents. Her background as a technology instructor allows her to leverage innovative tools and cutting-edge marketing to position luxury properties for maximum exposure and results.
 
From waterfront estates and exclusive residences to second-home retreats and investment properties, Crystal navigates each transaction with precision, integrity, and a deep understanding of the coastal lifestyle her clients seek. Her approach is both relationship-driven and results-focused, offering personalized service tailored to each client’s goals.
 
Crystal’s reputation is built on excellence, trust, and proven performance. By combining deep local roots with international reach and refined expertise, she transforms coastal real estate goals into exceptional outcomes, making her a trusted advisor for those seeking a truly elevated buying or selling experience.

Contact Details

Email address [email protected]
Primary phone (850) 855-6885
Address 2048 W County Hwy 30A Ste 107 Santa Rosa Beach FL, 32459
License #SL3159831
Hear From My Happy Clients

Testimonials

"I cannot recommend Crystal Watkins enough. Having worked with her to sell two homes, I can confidently say she goes beyond the call of duty. My second home sale was coupled with a quick move out of state for me, and she took care of every detail in my absence. From finding reliable repairmen to ensuring every detail is handled for open houses and showings, she makes the entire process seamless and stress-free. Her professionalism, dedication, and expertise are unmatched. I rarely recommend specific services to my friends, but don't hesitate when it comes to Crystal. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who will not only meet but exceed your expectations, she is the only call you need to make."
"I cannot recommend Crystal Watkins enough. Having worked with her to sell two homes, I can confidently say she goes beyond the call of duty. My second home sale was coupled with a quick move out of state for me, and she took care of every detail in my absence. From finding reliable repairmen to ensuring every detail is handled for open houses and showings, she makes the entire process seamless and stress-free. Her professionalism, dedication, and expertise are unmatched. I rarely recommend specific services to my friends, but don't hesitate when it comes to Crystal. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who will not only meet but exceed your expectations, she is the only call you need to make."
Jeffrey M.
"Crystal was extremely helpful and knowledgeable throughout the process of selling our home. Would highly recommend anyone looking to sell or buy a home in the Gulf Coast area to reach out to Crystal!"
"Crystal was extremely helpful and knowledgeable throughout the process of selling our home. Would highly recommend anyone looking to sell or buy a home in the Gulf Coast area to reach out to Crystal!"
Jonathan L.
"Crystal is a top agent, very knowledgeable about everything we needed, and with resources for various associated real estate needs. She would talk with me early in the am or late in the evening, no matter the time, she had a happy, energetic disposition. Highly, highly recommend working with Crystal."
"Crystal is a top agent, very knowledgeable about everything we needed, and with resources for various associated real estate needs. She would talk with me early in the am or late in the evening, no matter the time, she had a happy, energetic disposition. Highly, highly recommend working with Crystal."
Greg B.
"Crystal was very friendly and professional. She made sure that everything was taken care of in a very courteous manner. The entire process from listing to closing went smoothly. I highly recommend her for any real estate need."
"Crystal was very friendly and professional. She made sure that everything was taken care of in a very courteous manner. The entire process from listing to closing went smoothly. I highly recommend her for any real estate need."
Stephanie K.
"Crystal Watkins was unquestionably a Godsend for us. Her knowledge of the neighborhood, the area, and the town was critical to our buyers. She was tireless in her open houses, and even when Hurricanes caused rescheduling, she took it all in stride. One of the most important aspects of Crystal's skill as a Real Estate Agent was her knowledge of our home and her ability to answer any questions a potential buyer would ask. A completely positive person, she always had a smile for our prospective buyers and us! Judy and I would be very pleased to use Crystal again and would recommend her in a Destin Minute! Well done, Crystal!"
"Crystal Watkins was unquestionably a Godsend for us. Her knowledge of the neighborhood, the area, and the town was critical to our buyers. She was tireless in her open houses, and even when Hurricanes caused rescheduling, she took it all in stride. One of the most important aspects of Crystal's skill as a Real Estate Agent was her knowledge of our home and her ability to answer any questions a potential buyer would ask. A completely positive person, she always had a smile for our prospective buyers and us! Judy and I would be very pleased to use Crystal again and would recommend her in a Destin Minute! Well done, Crystal!"
Sandy & Judy M.
"Working with Crystal was an absolute pleasure. She truly listened to my needs, guided me through every step, and made the process smooth and stress-free. She is professional, knowledgeable, and always goes the extra mile—whether it was answering questions quickly, offering honest advice, or negotiating in my best interest. I couldn’t be happier with the results and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy realtor."
"Working with Crystal was an absolute pleasure. She truly listened to my needs, guided me through every step, and made the process smooth and stress-free. She is professional, knowledgeable, and always goes the extra mile—whether it was answering questions quickly, offering honest advice, or negotiating in my best interest. I couldn’t be happier with the results and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy realtor."
The Frederickson’s
"Crystal went above and beyond for me and my home! She is by far the best realtor I have ever worked with! You tell her your goals and dreams for a home, and she finds you the perfect home. Closing on my house could never have happened if it weren't for you, and I am beyond thankful for you."
"Crystal went above and beyond for me and my home! She is by far the best realtor I have ever worked with! You tell her your goals and dreams for a home, and she finds you the perfect home. Closing on my house could never have happened if it weren't for you, and I am beyond thankful for you."
Paige M.
"Crystal remained steadfast through the entire process of selling our house, which took almost a year! Communication was excellent. She provided updates and contacted other realtors when they failed to answer questions. It's very important to have someone on your side when you are trying to navigate selling your home. Crystal also helped us find a new home for her patience shone as we looked at over 40 houses! Crystal was a definite benefit to anyone looking to buy or sell in Northwest Florida."
"Crystal remained steadfast through the entire process of selling our house, which took almost a year! Communication was excellent. She provided updates and contacted other realtors when they failed to answer questions. It's very important to have someone on your side when you are trying to navigate selling your home. Crystal also helped us find a new home for her patience shone as we looked at over 40 houses! Crystal was a definite benefit to anyone looking to buy or sell in Northwest Florida."
Steve & Tanya H.
"We had the pleasure of working with Crystal Watkins over the past year to sell several properties, and we could not be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Crystal showed outstanding professionalism and provided valuable insights into the local market that helped us make confident decisions. Her knowledge and expertise in the Fort Walton Beach area were clear from our very first meeting. Crystal carefully explained each step of the process, including market trends, and always kept us informed with clear and consistent communication. She was readily available to answer our questions, no matter how small. One of our properties presented some challenges, but Crystal represented us effectively during negotiations and worked hard to secure the best possible outcome. Since we were posted overseas at the time, the closing process could have been very stressful. However, Crystal managed all the details with care and efficiency, making the entire experience smooth and much less overwhelming. Her genuine dedication and support gave us peace of mind throughout. We highly recommend Crystal to anyone buying or selling property. Thank you, Crystal—we look forward to working with you again in the future!"
"We had the pleasure of working with Crystal Watkins over the past year to sell several properties, and we could not be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Crystal showed outstanding professionalism and provided valuable insights into the local market that helped us make confident decisions. Her knowledge and expertise in the Fort Walton Beach area were clear from our very first meeting. Crystal carefully explained each step of the process, including market trends, and always kept us informed with clear and consistent communication. She was readily available to answer our questions, no matter how small. One of our properties presented some challenges, but Crystal represented us effectively during negotiations and worked hard to secure the best possible outcome. Since we were posted overseas at the time, the closing process could have been very stressful. However, Crystal managed all the details with care and efficiency, making the entire experience smooth and much less overwhelming. Her genuine dedication and support gave us peace of mind throughout. We highly recommend Crystal to anyone buying or selling property. Thank you, Crystal—we look forward to working with you again in the future!"
Glen & Jutta
"Thank you, Crystal Watkins, for our recent waterfront purchase on Calhoun Street in Destin. You are making all our Beach dreams come true! My husband and I have worked with Crystal for close to 15 years, purchasing and selling property in Destin and the surrounding area, having great success. We highly recommend Crystal. She is always available, efficient, and incredibly thorough, leaving no stone unturned!"
"Thank you, Crystal Watkins, for our recent waterfront purchase on Calhoun Street in Destin. You are making all our Beach dreams come true! My husband and I have worked with Crystal for close to 15 years, purchasing and selling property in Destin and the surrounding area, having great success. We highly recommend Crystal. She is always available, efficient, and incredibly thorough, leaving no stone unturned!"
Erik & Renee F.
"Crystal helped me sell a very challenging property. From figuring out the best way to show it to working through a closing that had several different parties and legal issues, Crystal's patience and professionalism made the sale better than I expected when we started. Since that sale, I've used Crystal on two more difficult listings. Her talents for working with complicated real estate transactions are fantastic."
"Crystal helped me sell a very challenging property. From figuring out the best way to show it to working through a closing that had several different parties and legal issues, Crystal's patience and professionalism made the sale better than I expected when we started. Since that sale, I've used Crystal on two more difficult listings. Her talents for working with complicated real estate transactions are fantastic."
Darrin F.
"Crystal was very helpful and willing to spend a lot of time with us searching for the home we liked. She had a great understanding of the market, and she was able to answer all of our questions."
"Crystal was very helpful and willing to spend a lot of time with us searching for the home we liked. She had a great understanding of the market, and she was able to answer all of our questions."
Alex B.
"Due to the nature of my business, I deal with difficult real estate transactions. No one works harder and is more successful with my transactions than Crystal. Plus, Crystal understands and accepts the reality of my situation. That makes everything I do with Crystal go as smoothly as possible."
"Due to the nature of my business, I deal with difficult real estate transactions. No one works harder and is more successful with my transactions than Crystal. Plus, Crystal understands and accepts the reality of my situation. That makes everything I do with Crystal go as smoothly as possible."
Darrin F.
"Crystal is a professional! She is extremely knowledgeable! Crystal assured that I was protected in my purchase because she knows what to look for. And, she’s able to utilize online sources and gets up to date information. She was extremely quick, writing/submitting offers in her vehicle if necessary. And, she drove 60-90 minutes away on multiple occasions to tour homes, without complaint. Your only mistake would be NOT choosing her as your agent!"
"Crystal is a professional! She is extremely knowledgeable! Crystal assured that I was protected in my purchase because she knows what to look for. And, she’s able to utilize online sources and gets up to date information. She was extremely quick, writing/submitting offers in her vehicle if necessary. And, she drove 60-90 minutes away on multiple occasions to tour homes, without complaint. Your only mistake would be NOT choosing her as your agent!"
Rena M.
"Working with Crystal was an absolute pleasure. She truly listened to my needs, guided me through every step, and made the process smooth and stress-free. She is professional, knowledgeable, and always goes the extra mile—whether it was answering questions quickly, offering honest advice, or negotiating in my best interest. I couldn't be happier with the results and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy realtor."
"Working with Crystal was an absolute pleasure. She truly listened to my needs, guided me through every step, and made the process smooth and stress-free. She is professional, knowledgeable, and always goes the extra mile—whether it was answering questions quickly, offering honest advice, or negotiating in my best interest. I couldn't be happier with the results and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy realtor."
Buyer
"We always appreciate Crystal's timely responses and flexibility when it comes to scheduling showing appointments. Being from out of state, we are always on a limited timeline when viewing properties, and she does a great job of working us into her schedule."
"We always appreciate Crystal's timely responses and flexibility when it comes to scheduling showing appointments. Being from out of state, we are always on a limited timeline when viewing properties, and she does a great job of working us into her schedule."
Chad & Tara G.
"Crystal was outstanding in helping me buy my dream home in Destin, Florida! Her expertise in the local market, quick responses, and sharp negotiation skills made the process seamless. As a first-time buyer, I valued her patience and guidance. Crystal went the extra mile, connecting me with trusted professionals and handling every detail. I’m thrilled with my new home and highly recommend Crystal to anyone buying or selling in the Destin area!"
"Crystal was outstanding in helping me buy my dream home in Destin, Florida! Her expertise in the local market, quick responses, and sharp negotiation skills made the process seamless. As a first-time buyer, I valued her patience and guidance. Crystal went the extra mile, connecting me with trusted professionals and handling every detail. I’m thrilled with my new home and highly recommend Crystal to anyone buying or selling in the Destin area!"
Alex B.
"Crystal did a great job with the purchase of my property. She was very professional and responded quickly to emails and texts, addressing any concerns I had. I’d happily work with her again for selling or purchasing a property!"
"Crystal did a great job with the purchase of my property. She was very professional and responded quickly to emails and texts, addressing any concerns I had. I’d happily work with her again for selling or purchasing a property!"
Amanda M.
"Crystal was not our agent. We were buying. She represented the sellers. Still, I’d have to say, one of the best real estate agents I’ve ever worked with. Super knowledgeable, clever negotiator, diligent, responsive. My qualifications to give such high praise: real estate litigator, licensed real estate broker in Georgia, active real estate investor, and builder."
"Crystal was not our agent. We were buying. She represented the sellers. Still, I’d have to say, one of the best real estate agents I’ve ever worked with. Super knowledgeable, clever negotiator, diligent, responsive. My qualifications to give such high praise: real estate litigator, licensed real estate broker in Georgia, active real estate investor, and builder."
David & Deborah R.
"Crystal is excellent! She always had time to answer my questions, and if I did not understand something, she carefully explained the answer. She anticipated further questions I might have and made what could have been a stressful process so smooth and enjoyable! 10/10, 5 stars!"
"Crystal is excellent! She always had time to answer my questions, and if I did not understand something, she carefully explained the answer. She anticipated further questions I might have and made what could have been a stressful process so smooth and enjoyable! 10/10, 5 stars!"
Josie M.

Proven Results

Past Transactions

  • 4117 Indian Bayou North Sold

    $1,550,000

    4117 Indian Bayou North, Destin, FL 32541

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,213 Sq.Ft.
  • 56 Jane Circle Sold

    $1,025,000

    56 Jane Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,570 Sq.Ft.
  • 135 Durango Road Sold

    $1,000,000

    135 Durango Road, Destin, FL 32541

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,377 Sq.Ft.
  • 49 Debbie Lane Sold

    $950,000

    49 Debbie Lane, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,448 Sq.Ft.
  • 1348 Windward Circle Sold

    $850,000

    1348 Windward Circle, Niceville, FL 32578

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 4,136 Sq.Ft.
  • 1018 Highway 98, UNIT 1030 Sold

    $775,000

    1018 Highway 98, UNIT 1030, Destin, FL 32541

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,317 Sq.Ft.
  • 137 Durango Road, 137 Sold

    $725,000

    137 Durango Road, 137, Destin, FL 32541

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,244 Sq.Ft.
  • 4637 Sunsail Circle Sold

    $640,000

    4637 Sunsail Circle, Destin, FL 32541

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,109 Sq.Ft.
  • 707 Overbrook Drive Sold

    $489,000

    707 Overbrook Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3,110 Sq.Ft.
  • 11 North Drive Sold

    $465,000

    11 North Drive, Shalimar, FL 32579

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,140 Sq.Ft.
  • 22 Tanglewood Circle Sold

    $437,000

    22 Tanglewood Circle, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,990 Sq.Ft.
  • 238 Nautica Way Sold

    $393,000

    238 Nautica Way, Destin, FL 32541

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,272 Sq.Ft.
  • 33 Palmetto Drive Sold

    $354,900

    33 Palmetto Drive, Mary Esther, FL 32569

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,721 Sq.Ft.
  • 8320 Thames Road Sold

    $310,000

    8320 Thames Road, Baker, FL 32531

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,340 Sq.Ft.
  • 138 Beach Drive Sold

    $305,000

    138 Beach Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,558 Sq.Ft.
  • 200 Woodland Park Circle Sold

    $275,000

    200 Woodland Park Circle, Mary Esther, FL 32569

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,199 Sq.Ft.
  • 4646 FL-20 Sold

    $250,000

    4646 FL-20, Freeport, FL 32439

  • 885 Santa Rosa Boulevard UNIT 204-C Sold

    $244,000

    885 Santa Rosa Boulevard UNIT 204-C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 736 Sq.Ft.
  • 601 Colonial Drive, APT 7 Sold

    $115,000

    601 Colonial Drive, APT 7, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 980 Sq.Ft.
  • 209 W Miracle Strip Parkway, APT C205 Sold

    $67,250

    209 W Miracle Strip Parkway, APT C205, Mary Esther, FL 32569

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 641 Sq.Ft.
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