$569,000
PENDING

279 Windchime Way Freeport, FL 32439

Freeport Area

Estimated payment $3,615/month

Total Views 6,125
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,132 Sq Ft
$182 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Community Boat Dock
  • Fitness Center
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Freeport Middle School Rated A-
  • Fishing
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

About This Home

Discover one of the best values in Hammock Bay at the newly improved price of $579,000. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home offers exceptional space, upgrades, and community amenities at a price point that stands out in today's market. Even better, qualified buyers can take advantage of an assumable VA loan at an incredible 2.5%, creating a rare opportunity for significant monthly payment savings compared to current interest rates. The home features an open, functional layout with a large kitchen island, upgraded finishes, and abundant natural light. The primary suite provides comfort and privacy, while the additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A fenced backyard and covered patio make outdoor living easy and enjoyable. Located in the highly desirable Hammock Bay community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including multiple pools, fitness center, clubhouse, sports courts, walking trails, and year-round community events. With its combination of price, condition, and a hard-to-find 2.5% assumable loan, this home delivers outstanding value and a compelling opportunity for today's buyers. Buyer to verify all measurements.

Listing Agent

Amy Portz

Emerald Coast Local Real Estate Inc License #3537101 Listed on: 11/19/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,501

Year Built

  • Built in 2015

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 56 x 136 x 103 x 122
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned City, Resid Single Family

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,132 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Garden Bath

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Freeport Elementary And Middle School
  • Freeport High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-1S-19-23080-000-0950

Community Details

Overview

  • Hammock Bay Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Community Pavilion
  • Meeting Room

Recreation

  • Community Boat Dock
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Exercise Course
  • Community Pool
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,501

Year Built

Built in 2015

Lot Details

10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size: 56 x 136 x 103 x 122
  • Subdivision Name: HAMMOCK BAY
  • Directions: From the intersection of Hwy 331 and Hwy 20, travel west for approximately 1.7 miles. Turn left onto Great Hammock Bend. Drive .8 mile. Turn right toward Windchime Way. Drive 246 ft. Turn left onto Windchime Way. Drive .3 mile. Property will be on the right.
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2015
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Energy:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Waterfront:Pond: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All, Double Pane Windows
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Fire AlarmSprinkler: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Garden Tub: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Hardwood: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Recessed: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling TrayCofferd: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace Gas: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Fenced Back Yard, Yard Building
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch Screened
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Back Yard: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch Screened: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Brick: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Composite Shngl: Yes
  • Exterior:Rain Gutter: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes
  • Appliances:Auto Garage Door Opn: Yes

Utilities

  • Security: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Community Room, Dock, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, TV Cable

Schools

  • Elementary School: Freeport
  • High School: Freeport
  • Middle Or Junior School: Freeport

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10018.8
  • Parcel #: 17-1S-19-23080-000-0950
  • Zoning: City, Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6501.4
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,501 $512,844 $63,378 $449,466
2024 $6,023 $517,469 $63,378 $454,091
2023 $6,023 $502,733 $48,642 $454,091
2022 $5,904 $456,187 $53,993 $402,194
2021 $3,298 $285,429 $0 $0
2020 $3,321 $318,830 $38,068 $280,762
2019 $3,222 $275,159 $0 $0
2018 $3,163 $270,028 $0 $0
2017 $3,173 $264,474 $0 $0
2016 $2,971 $259,034 $0 $0
2015 $359 $26,136 $0 $0
2014 $363 $26,136 $0 $0
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/07/2026 06/07/26 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2026 06/01/26 Price Changed $569,000 -1.7% $182 / Sq Ft
05/19/2026 05/19/26 Price Changed $579,000 -1.7% $185 / Sq Ft
04/25/2026 04/25/26 Price Changed $589,000 -1.7% $188 / Sq Ft
02/05/2026 02/05/26 Price Changed $599,000 -4.2% $191 / Sq Ft
01/22/2026 01/22/26 Price Changed $625,000 -3.7% $200 / Sq Ft
01/15/2026 01/15/26 Price Changed $649,000 -0.2% $207 / Sq Ft
11/19/2025 11/19/25 For Sale $650,000 +39.8% $208 / Sq Ft
08/19/2021 08/19/21 Sold $465,000 0.0% $148 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2021 05/03/21 For Sale $465,000 +46.7% $148 / Sq Ft
07/17/2015 07/17/15 Sold $317,000 0.0% $102 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/12/2015 04/12/15 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2014 07/11/14 For Sale $317,000 +1250.6% $102 / Sq Ft
02/16/2012 02/16/12 Sold $23,471 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
02/15/2012 02/15/12 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2012 02/15/12 For Sale $23,471 -- --
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $465,000 Setco Services Llc
Warranty Deed $317,000 Dhi Title Of Florida Inc
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $427,076 VA
Previous Owner $266,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 989270

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 17-1S-19-23080-000-0950

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