325 Blackfoot Drive
These 5 park-like acres in DeFuniak Springs sold for sellers who had cared for every inch of the land.
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How This DeFuniak Springs Land Found Its Buyer
Five acres with no house on it can be hard for buyers to picture. This lot had already been loved like a park, so the job was helping buyers see it that way too.
The Challenge
As soon as the listing went out to the home-search websites, a flood warning showed up on it. It didn't match the official map: the land sits in flood Zone X, which FEMA maps as outside the high-risk flood areas.
What We Did
The sellers had cared for this land like a park for years, with trimmed topiary, walking paths and a fire pit area. I wanted buyers to feel that, so I had a drone fly through the property at eye level, letting buyers "walk" the trails from home.
For the flood warning, I emailed the company behind that flood data, with the FEMA flood zone information, and kept following up until they reviewed it and removed the warning.
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Under contract in 85 days and sold for $145,000, about 97% of the asking price.
Sold as-is, with no price drops along the way.
Why This Land Stood Out
Six things buyers noticed first.
Walk the Land From Above
Drone views of the whole parcel, plus an eye-level flight along the trails, past the gate and the fire pit.
What Buyers Asked First
If you're comparing land for sale in DeFuniak Springs, these are the questions buyers asked first. Having the answers ready helped this lot sell.
Is there water on the property?
Yes. This lot had a private well on site, with the option to connect to city water. Buyers want to know both before they make an offer.
How much does it cost to bring in electricity?
In many cases, the electric provider offers help with the cost of bringing power to a new home site, like setting a pole and running the line to the home. Running the line underground usually costs extra. Ask the provider what's available for your lot.
What kind of home can I build on this land?
This lot had no restrictions on home style, so a buyer could build a traditional home, place a manufactured (mobile) home, or build a barndominium. Check current Walton County permit rules and zoning for your plans.
Can I live in an RV while I build?
Yes. In DeFuniak Springs, you can live in an RV on the land for up to a year while you build your home on the property. Ask Walton County about the permit you'll need before you move in.
Can I keep horses here?
Yes. The land is zoned agricultural, and horses are allowed. That's a big plus for buyers looking for room to spread out.
Will I need flood insurance?
This lot is in flood Zone X, which FEMA maps as outside the high-risk flood areas where lenders require flood insurance. The flood warnings on home-search websites often come from private data companies with their own flood models, not FEMA, so check the official FEMA flood map for any property.
Land sells when buyers can picture their life on it, and trust what they see online.
Nicole's takeaway from this sale“Nicole made everything as easy for us as possible. Throughout the listing Nicole informed us of everything we needed to do and communicated with us every step of the way. We are proud to have had the opportunity for her to be our agent.”Jim H. · DeFuniak Springs Seller · Google Review Read My Client Reviews
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