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Seller's Agent in 2025
Amanda Walker
Elevation Realty Inc
(850) 419-6168
5 in this area
52 Total Sales
518 Lightning Bug Ln Freeport, FL 32439
Hammock Bay Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,884
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fishing
- Gated Community
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Freeport Elementary School Rated 9+
- Craftsman Architecture
- Community Pool
About This Home
As of August 2025*Final price reduction before seller puts back on rental market — best price in Firefly*
Welcome to this stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with an additional office/flex space, located in the exclusive and gated Firefly community of Hammock Bay. Completed recently, this home offers the perfect blend of modern design and luxurious amenities. Enjoy the airy feel of 9-foot ceilings throughout the home. Gorgeous flooring spans the entire house, eliminating the need for carpet. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, including a flat cooktop stove and side-by-side refrigerator, along with a walk-in pantry and a formal dining area. Crown molding, upgraded light fixtures, and Smart Home technology options add a touch of sophistication. The large master bedroom features an en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and double vanity.
Two spacious guest rooms share a full bath with a shower/tub combo. An additional room can be used as an office or flex space, perfect for remote work or hobbies.
As a gated community, Firefly offers added privacy and security. Residents enjoy exclusive access to a private pool, and lawn care is included for added convenience. Additionally, as part of Hammock Bay, you'll have access to multiple resort-quality pools, a dog park, walking trails, a fitness center, a clubhouse, tennis and basketball courts, a General Store, playgrounds, a Bay-front pavilion and dock, and RV/Boat storage (separate fee).
Situated in the highly sought-after Hammock Bay community, this home offers a lifestyle of convenience and luxury. Whether you are enjoying the many community amenities or relaxing in your beautifully appointed home, every day feels like a vacation.
Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional house your new home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Elevation Realty Inc License #3357408 Listed on: 03/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,599
Year Built
- Built in 2021
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 61x110
- Property fronts a private road
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Lawn Pump
HOA Fees
- $403 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Exterior Columns
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 1,884 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Induction Cooktop
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Freeport Elementary And Middle School
- Freeport High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 18-1S-19-23212-000-0600
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, land recreation, legal, master, recreational faclty, cable TV
- Hammock Bay Firefly Subdivision
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Community Pavilion
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Fishing
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Zielinski Mark A and Zielinski Jennifer Lee
Bought by
Speakes Property Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Amanda Walker
Elevation Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Shelby Rochester
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$349,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-12.53%
Views
143
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.70%
Original Mortgage
$279,000
Outstanding Balance
$278,761
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$69,897
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 2023
Sold by
Hammock Bay 518 Llc
Bought by
Zielinski Mark A and Zielinski Jennifer Lee
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 2021
Sold by
Zielinski Mark A and Zielinski Jennifer Lee
Bought by
Hammock Bay 518 Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2021
Closed on
Apr 27, 2021
Sold by
D R Horton Inc
Bought by
Zielinski Mark A
Seller's Agent
Amanda Walker
Elevation Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Walker
Century 21 Hill Minger Agency
Sold Price
$2,750
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,200
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $349,000 | Scenic Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $100 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $100 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $293,600 | Dhi Title Of Florida Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $279,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $220,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | Sold | $349,000 | 0.0% | $185 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2025 07/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | Price Changed | $349,000 | -2.8% | $185 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Price Changed | $359,000 | -2.7% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Price Changed | $369,000 | -2.6% | $196 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Price Changed | $379,000 | -1.6% | $201 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2025 03/24/25 | Price Changed | $385,000 | -2.3% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2025 03/14/25 | Price Changed | $394,000 | -1.3% | $209 / Sq Ft |
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | For Sale | $399,000 | 0.0% | $212 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2024 09/04/24 | Rented | $2,625 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/09/2024 08/09/24 | Price Changed | $2,625 | -0.9% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2024 07/09/24 | For Rent | $2,650 | +1.9% | -- |
| 09/15/2023 09/15/23 | Rented | $2,600 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/25/2023 08/25/23 | For Rent | $2,600 | -5.5% | -- |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | Rented | $2,750 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2021 04/29/21 | For Rent | $2,750 | -- | -- |
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,587 | $345,845 | $49,485 | $296,360 |
| 2023 | $4,587 | $345,845 | $49,485 | $296,360 |
| 2022 | $4,098 | $314,885 | $54,928 | $259,957 |
| 2021 | $603 | $45,755 | $45,755 | $0 |
| 2020 | $522 | $38,728 | $38,728 | $0 |
| 2019 | $20 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Amanda Walker
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Shelby Rochester
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Shelby Rochester
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
(850) 714-4788
2 in this area
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 970208
APN: 18-1S-19-23212-000-0600
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