Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay
Homes for Sale in Freeport, FL
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 3 closed sales in Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay in Freeport, FL since 2024, the most recent in June 2026. Across Freeport as a whole, 608 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $385,471, 71 median days on market, with 296 homes for sale today. At that median and Walton County's FY2025-26 rate of 9.758 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,760 ($3,380 with the full homestead exemption).
Part of the Hammock Bay master-planned community in Freeport, FL — see all Hammock Bay homes for sale (140 listings across 20 villages and sections in the MLS).
| Location | Freeport, Walton County, FL · ZIP 32439 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 86 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 2019–2023 (median 2022.0) |
| Typical living area | 2,964 sq ft (median) |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Community Room, Exercise Room, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 88% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “BUXTON'S MILL AT HAMMOCK BAY key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/buxton-s-mill-at-hammock-bay, data as of September 20, 2026.
Buxton's Mill sits inside the larger Hammock Bay area of Freeport, in Walton County. What sets price here is the home itself — condition, size, and how recently it was updated — rather than any premium the pocket commands on its own. With no standout community amenities pulling values up, expect a spread that tracks closely to what each individual property offers.
For a buyer, that means the work is in comparing homes directly and not paying for a story the neighborhood doesn't back up. For a seller, it means presentation and condition carry the deal; a well-prepared home stands out, and a tired one gets marked down fast.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside BUXTON'S MILL AT HAMMOCK BAY right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
A residential pocket within Hammock Bay in Freeport, Walton County, where value is driven by the individual home rather than any distinguishing shared amenities.
County records show 12 qualified sales in BUXTON'S MILL AT HAMMOCK BAY across 2024–2025 (6 in 2024, 6 in 2025), median $700,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who prioritize the home's condition and finish over community extras
- Those seeking a Freeport-area location within the broader Hammock Bay corridor
- Value-focused buyers willing to compare listings closely on square footage and updates
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a full-amenity community with pools or clubhouses
- Those unwilling to weigh condition and comparables before committing
- Buyers set on a coastal address rather than an inland Walton County location
The market around Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay
Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32439, 535 homes are on the market and 26% are under contract — a steady corner of Freeport.
Across Walton County, 3,174 homes are active and 698 pending (18% under contract).
In ZIP 32439 (Freeport), 679 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $385K, down 3.3% year over year, with a median 70 days on market. Right now 301 active and 108 pending listings put supply at about 5.5 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32439 housing market and the Walton County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Housing distress & ownership in BUXTON'S MILL AT HAMMOCK BAY, Freeport
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Recent Developments in Buxton S Mill At Hammock Bay
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Buxton S Mill At Hammock Bay, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- July 2026Infrastructure
Scenic Walton advances underground utilities and gateway landscape projects
Scenic Walton reported progress on countywide initiatives, including a $200,000 Freeport U.S. 331 gateway landscape project supported by a $100,000 FDOT Highway Beautification Grant, plus a 30A West gateway landscape project and early planning for countywide underground utilities. Funding for the utilities study advanced into Walton County's draft budget for fiscal year 2026 to 2027.
What it may mean for the marketAdvances roadway beautification and stormwater improvements along the Freeport U.S. 331 corridor and the 30A west gateway and lays groundwork for utility resilience upgrades across Walton County. The project is about 23 miles southeast of Buxton S Mill At Hammock Bay, elsewhere in Walton County.
Source: Get The Coast - June 2026Civic
DeSantis signs state budget with funding for Okaloosa County projects
Governor DeSantis signed the state budget that included roughly $15 million for 20 Okaloosa County projects, among them $5 million for the Northwest Florida State College Workforce Innovation Center in Niceville, $1.5 million for Shalimar Bridge Park, and $3 million for Destin road and drainage work. About $7.26 million in other local requests were vetoed.
What it may mean for the marketDirects state funding toward workforce, park, road, and drainage infrastructure across Okaloosa County, supporting public facilities and capacity in Niceville, Shalimar, and Destin. The site is about 9 miles south of Buxton S Mill At Hammock Bay.
Source: Get The Coast
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay buying strategy.
If we were buying in Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay.
Reading value in a quiet pocket
Current MLS listings identify no dedicated community amenities for Buxton's Mill, so the pricing case rests on the house — square footage, layout, updates, and lot. That's not a knock; it just means you evaluate each listing on its own merits instead of a blanket community premium.
Freeport's position in Walton County puts it within reach of the broader Hammock Bay corridor and the county's coastal draw, which supports demand without dictating what any single home should trade for. The practical takeaway: comparable sales here should be weighted heavily on condition and finish, not on shared perks that don't exist in the data.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a pocket where price hinges on the individual home rather than community amenities, the edge comes from reading condition and comparables accurately. We tell you when a listing is priced on merit and when it's leaning on the address, so you buy or sell on the numbers that actually hold up.
Buxton's Mill at Hammock Bay in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
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The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Walton County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Walton County scorecard.
County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32439)) |
| Under-contract shares | Emerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2024 (3 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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