Discover the perfect blend of Craftsman architecture and natural beauty in this exceptional one-of-a-kind home featuring 300' of breathtaking bay frontage, a private dock, and a separate boat house. This thoughtfully designed custom home was lovingly created as a retreat by the owner, a physicist and engineer by trade. Perched on a scenic promontory, the home's western orientation provides mesmerizing sunset views over Choctawhatchee Bay and tranquil canals. Inside, a commercial-grade mahogany-lined elevator effortlessly connects the first floor to the upper levels, including direct pantry access for ultimate convenience.The climate-controlled lower level features a spacious two-plus-car tandem garage, a versatile multi-purpose room, a workshop, and a generous guest suite, perfect for entertaining or accommodating visitors. Don't miss the opportunity to own this remarkable bayfront retreatschedule a showing today!
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
281 Grove Ln, Freeport, FL 32439
5beds
7,690sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
0.35 Acres Lot
$2,519,500 Zestimate®
$325/sqft
$5,986 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,519,500
$2.27M - $2.80M
$5,986/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 22, 2025 at 12:42pm
Listed by:
Karen Hartley Fillingim penny@scenicsir.com,
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty,
Penny Jackson 850-797-4897,
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
S Kimberly Maxwell, 3350339
Compass
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 961339
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 244.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14.4
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 260.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 15.3
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 256.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 14.8
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 261.23 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 15.1
Primary bathroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 223.93 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.11 x 13.9
Dining room
- Description: Dining Room/ Keeping Room
- Level: Second
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 25
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 24
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Central Vacuum, Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wet Bar, Natural Woodwork, Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Fireplace 2+
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,690
- Total interior livable area: 7,690 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Boat Slip, Boatlift, Sprinkler System, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bayou
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Bayou
- Waterfront features: Bay, Bayou, Shore - Rip Rap, Waterfront, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 143 x 96 x 27 x 75 x 45 x 10 x 93
- Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 331S19230000230083
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Waterfront
Location
- Region: Freeport
- Subdivision: BAY GROVE
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2025 | Sold | $2,500,000-12.3%$325/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #961339 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2024 | Pending sale | $2,850,000$371/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #961339 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,850,000-3.4%$371/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #961339 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2024 | Listing removed | $2,950,000-15.7%$384/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #941261 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2024 | Price change | $3,500,000-10.3%$455/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #941261 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,362 +3.5% | $1,269,056 +3% |
| 2023 | $10,013 +0.4% | $1,232,093 +3% |
| 2022 | $9,972 -1.6% | $1,196,207 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32439
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Freeport Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Freeport Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 8/10Freeport Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Freeport
- Middle: Freeport
- High: Freeport
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Walton County
- Freeport
- 32439
- 281 Grove Ln