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$159,258$169 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

279 PALM ST

FREEPORT, FL 32439
2
Beds
2
Baths
944 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$159K
$149K low$170K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$223 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$97,564 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,062
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,502
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,864
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,564

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.53
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWalton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 312 ft²Porch · 260 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Freeport Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Freeport Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Freeport High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Walton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32439These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,215
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,642
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,194
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

279 Palm St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Freeport 32439
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Freeport 32439
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Freeport 32439
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Freeport 32439
  • Older than 96% of homes in Freeport 32439

What homes are worth in Freeport 32439

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$180K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Freeport 32439.

How it measures up in Freeport 32439

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeport 32439.

Estimated value$159,258
CheaperTypical $429,216Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,818 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 2017Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 279 Palm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeport 32439Walton County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,258almost no homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1699% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than944 ft²6% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac89% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than19684% of homes6% of homes

About 279 Palm St

How much is 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL is $159,258 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $148,704 to $169,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL?

279 Palm St, Freeport, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 944 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL built?

279 Palm St, Freeport, FL was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL?

279 Palm St, Freeport, FL is assigned to Freeport Middle School (middle), rated B+; Freeport Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Freeport High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Walton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL compare to other homes in Freeport 32439?

Among the 8,182 homes in Freeport 32439, it is worth more than almost none of them ($159,258 against a typical $429,216), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($169 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 6% of them (944 ft² against a typical 1,818 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1968 against a typical 2017). Measured against all of Walton County, it is worth more than 5% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Palm St, Freeport, FL was $223. The county assessed it at $97,564.

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