Water Views
Address
550 Circle Drive, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Price
$ 1,200,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1000224
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWalton
- CityDeFuniak Springs
- AreaNorth Walton County
- NeighborhoodTOWN OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS
- Zip32435
- StyleVictorian
- Year Built1907
- Taxes$ 10256
- Price$ 1,200,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms6
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage7000
- Lot Size0.27 Acres
Data Source:
Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)
Property Description
This stunning Victorian residence, located in the heart of the DeFuniak Springs Historic District, offers a rare combination of historic elegance and modern updates. Built in the early 1900s by Wallace Bruce, founder of the Florida Chautauqua, the home was designed to host visiting dignitaries and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The current homeowner has invested over $350,000 in renovations, including but not limited to • New metal roof (2025) • 2 new HVAC systems (2018) • Back porch addition with mini-split • Third floor conversion into a guest suite with living area, sleeping area, full bath, and mini-split A/C (2022) The meticulous design and high-quality restoration make this home one of the most desirable in DeFuniak Springs. By appt. 24 hours' notice
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Maude Saunders Elementary School | Walton Middle School | Walton High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed $1,200,000 |
General Features
| Utilities | Electric,Gas - Natural,Phone,Public Water,TV Cable,Underground |
|---|---|
| Zoning | City, Historical, Resid Single Family |
| Property Subtype | Detached Single Family |
| County | Walton |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | TOWN OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From US Hwy 331N in DeFuniak Springs: Turn RIGHT (East) onto Live Oak Avenue. Go five blocks to Circle Drive and turn RIGHT. Go five blocks to house on right, corner of Circle Drive and Pine Street. |
| High School | Walton |
| City | DeFuniak Springs |
| MLS Area | 23 - North Walton County |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11761.2 |
| Elementary School | Maude Saunders |
| Middle/Junior High School | Walton |
| MLS Area Minor | 2313 - DeFuniak S.E. |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| View | Lake |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fans,Central Air |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck Covered,Deck Open,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Victorian |
| Construction Materials | Foundation Off Grade,Frame,Roof Pitched |
| Year Built | 1907 |
| Stories Count | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| New Construction | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 20 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Renovated,Construction Complete |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 6 |
|---|---|
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Crwn Molding,Ceiling Tray/Cofferd,Fireplace,Fireplace 2+,Pantry,Shelving,Upgraded Media Wing,Walls Wainscoting,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Wet Bar,Woodwork Stained |
| Flooring | Floor Hardwood,Floor Tile |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Window Bay,Window Treatment All |
| Fireplace Features | Fireplace Gas |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Corner,Curb & Gutter,Level,Sidewalk,Within 1/2 Mile to Water |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Area | 0.27 |
| Lot Dimensions | 83X140 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.27 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony |
| Fencing | Fenced Lot-Part |
| Building Area Total | 7000 |
| Parking Features | Garage Detached,Other |
| Total Parking | 2 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32435
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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