County in Laurel Hill

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Homes for Sale in Laurel Hill, FL

All 28 homes for sale in Laurel Hill, FL · median $306,445 · Okaloosa County homes for sale

Community in Laurel Hill · Okaloosa County · ZIP 32531
81 homesBuilt 1941–2024
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Built fromLive Emerald Coast MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, County in Laurel Hill, FL has 1 home for sale. As of September 2026, the MLS records 10 closed sales in County in Laurel Hill, FL since 2004, the most recent in August 2026. Across Laurel Hill as a whole, 38 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $309,899, 77 median days on market, with 4 homes for sale today. At that median and Okaloosa County's FY2025-26 rate of 12.89 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,000 ($3,490 with the full homestead exemption).

County key facts
LocationLaurel Hill, Okaloosa County, FL · ZIP 32531, 32537, 32539, 32564 and more
Homes in the community81 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1941–2024 (median 1999)
Typical living area2,300 sq ft (median)
Amenities listed by sellersSecurity System
For sale right now1 active, 0 pending · median asking $860,000 · 12.0 months of supply
Owner-occupied (homestead) share83%

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, “County key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/county, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · County Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
12.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Okaloosa: 23% (551 of 2,441)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
83%
Owner-occupied · County
68 of 82 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
17%
Non-owner-occupied · County
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 1% out-of-state
81
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 82 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
3
Recorded sales · 2024-2024
median $513K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1941
Community established
homes built 1941-2024, median 1999 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Laurel Hill sits at the northern edge of Okaloosa County, well inland from the coastal Emerald Coast markets most buyers picture when they hear this region. Price here is driven far less by amenities or a defined subdivision profile and far more by the individual property: land, acreage, condition, and how recently a home has been updated. With no community amenities identified from current MLS listings, you are buying the parcel and the house, not a shared package of pools or gated features.

For buyers, that means underwriting each listing on its own merits — a well-kept home and a tired one can sit far apart on price for reasons that have nothing to do with location. For sellers, it means condition and presentation do most of the work; there is no amenity story to lean on, so the property has to speak for itself.

County Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

County right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

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· Updated September 26, 2026 · Live data: Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Laurel Hill is a rural, inland pocket of northern Okaloosa County where value tracks the individual property rather than any shared community feature — expect a wide, condition-driven spread between listings.

Emerald Coast MLS sales records identify 9 homes in County that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1963 and 2014 (median 2000), with a median living area of about 1,616 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Emerald Coast MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 3 qualified sales in County across 2024–2024, median $513,000 — 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.

Best for

  • Buyers wanting rural, inland acreage and privacy over shared features
  • Buyers comfortable underwriting a property on land, systems, and condition
  • Value-focused buyers willing to negotiate each listing on its own merits

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want community amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or gated entry
  • Buyers who need a walkable, coastal Emerald Coast setting
  • Buyers who want a uniform, defined subdivision with predictable comps

The market around County

County is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32531, 42 homes are on the market and 38% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Laurel Hill.

Across Okaloosa County, 1,890 homes are active and 551 pending (23% under contract).

In ZIP 32531 (Laurel Hill), 124 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $314K ($186/sq ft), up 15.2% year over year, with a median 54 days on market. Right now 24 active and 12 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32531 housing market and the Okaloosa County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not County specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in County, Laurel Hill

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 4 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-19)

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.

Homes For Sale Right Now in County

Live MLS inventory for County. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending County listings as of 2026-09-22, priced high to low. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in County Right Now (1)

All 1 active and pending County listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 6051 Tupelo Street · $860,000 · 3 bd / 1.5 ba · listed Aug 1, 2026 · listed by Coldwell Banker Realty

Schools

In short
  • Okaloosa County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Bob Sikes · Elementary
  • Davidson · Middle
  • Crestview · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent County listings and can change; always confirm with Okaloosa County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any County address.

Recent Developments in County

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting County, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.

Dev Momentum63/100 · Active
  1. July 2026
    Infrastructure

    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 site is about 11 miles southeast of County.

    Source: Get The Coast
  2. June 2026
    Civic

    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 16 miles southwest of County.

    Source: Get The Coast
  3. May 2026
    Development

    Okaloosa commissioners approve master plan for 392-lot River Park subdivision in Crestview

    Okaloosa County commissioners unanimously approved the master plan for River Park, a 392 lot single family subdivision on 263 acres east of Main Drive and north of Airport Road in Crestview. The project by River Park Landing LLC will be built in three phases, with each phase requiring a separate development order approval.

    What it may mean for the marketAdds substantial single family housing supply to the Crestview market and phases new residential construction onto a large tract in north Okaloosa County. The project is about 20 miles northwest of County, elsewhere in Okaloosa County.

    Source: Get The Coast
  4. May 2026
    Infrastructure

    Okaloosa County opens $212M Southwest Crestview Bypass

    Okaloosa County opened the $212 million Southwest Crestview Bypass, a 3.5 mile four lane corridor connecting Antioch Road to State Road 85 with access from U.S. Highway 90. The project includes a 1,713 foot bridge, sidewalks, a multi use path, and direct access to the new Pineview K-8 school opening in August 2026.

    What it may mean for the marketAdds a major four lane traffic corridor serving southwest Crestview and expands regional road capacity for surrounding growth in north Okaloosa County. The project is about 21 miles west of County, elsewhere in Okaloosa County.

    Source: Get The Coast

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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.

If we were buying in County today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 County.

Best Buy
Buyers who want acreage and inland space over shared amenities.
Biggest Risk
A wide spread between listings makes comps thin and mispricing common.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained home on land, verified for systems and priced to its condition.
Avoid If
You need walkable amenities or a defined subdivision feel.

Buying land and house, not a package

Because no community amenities show up across current MLS listings, there is no clubhouse, pool, or gated infrastructure baked into pricing here. That shifts the entire analysis onto the parcel itself — lot size, road frontage, well and septic versus utilities, and the age and upkeep of the structure. Two homes a mile apart can price very differently, and the reason usually lives in the details of each property rather than in a neighborhood premium.

This is a market that rewards patience and a careful walk-through. Rural inland listings can move on their own timeline, and the right comparison set is often narrow. Lean on the condition of the specific home, verify what services the property has, and treat every listing as its own negotiation.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in County. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this property-specific, generic comps do more harm than good. We evaluate each Laurel Hill listing on its own terms — land, systems, condition, and what it will realistically take to negotiate a fair number — and we will tell you plainly when a home does not hold up to the asking price.

County in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want acreage and inland space over shared amenities.
Biggest advantagePricing is property-driven, which rewards a careful, condition-focused buyer.
Biggest riskA wide spread between listings makes comps thin and mispricing common.
Sweet spotA well-maintained home on land, verified for systems and priced to its condition.
Avoid ifYou need walkable amenities or a defined subdivision feel.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the County homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in County.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed County sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

24% of homes for sale in ZIP 32539 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-26).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is County a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, County leans toward buyers: 12.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Emerald Coast MLS live counts).
How many homes are in County?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 81 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in County (public records).
What share of County is owner-occupied?
83% of County parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in County built?
Homes in County were built between 1941 and 2024, with a median year built of 1999 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for County?
The best agent for County is one who actively works Laurel Hill and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for County.
How do I find a top Laurel Hill real estate agent who knows County?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows County and the wider Laurel Hill area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for County?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your County purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is County, and what county is it in?
County is in Laurel Hill, Okaloosa County, FL, ZIP codes 32531, 32537, 32539, 32564. The community's center is about 11 miles north of the center of Laurel Hill (straight-line).
Buyers wanting rural, inland acreage and privacy over shared featuresExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable underwriting a property on land, systems, and conditionExcellent fit
Value-focused buyers willing to negotiate each listing on its own meritsExcellent fit
Buyers who want community amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or gated entryProbably not
Buyers who need a walkable, coastal Emerald Coast settingProbably not
Buyers who want a uniform, defined subdivision with predictable compsProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 22, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32531/32537/32539/32564/32567))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (10 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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