Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages in Freeport

Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages
Homes for Sale in Freeport, FL

All 316 homes for sale in Freeport, FL · median $424,850 · 334 homes for sale in 32439 · Walton County homes for sale

Community in Freeport · Walton County · ZIP 32439
143 homesBuilt 1972–2021
Free · No obligation
Talk to a Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages Expert

True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.

Photo via Emerald Coast MLS

Built fromLive Emerald Coast MLS dataFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of November 2026, Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages in Freeport, FL has 1 home for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 2020–2021; 6 of 6 report an HOA (median $198/mo); none of the 6 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 53 ft).

Part of the Hammock Bay master-planned community in Freeport, FL — see all Hammock Bay homes for sale (118 listings across 20 villages and sections in the MLS).

Live · Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
3.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
50%
Under contract
Walton: 17% (587 of 3,466)
1 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
57%
Owner-occupied · Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages
82 of 145 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
43%
Non-owner-occupied · Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 18% out-of-state
143
Homes in the community
plus 2 vacant residential lots · 145 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 0 years of records
14
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $370K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
1972–2021
Years homes were built
median 2020 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of November 9, 2026

Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages right now

🟡 Balanced market. 3.0 months of supply and 50% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.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 November 9, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated November 12, 2026 · Live data: Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The market around Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages

Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32439, 448 homes are on the market and 25% are under contract — a steady corner of Freeport.

Across Walton County, 2,879 homes are active and 587 pending (17% under contract).

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages

Live MLS inventory for Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages. 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 Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages listings as of 2026-11-11, 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.

Listing locations from Emerald Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Schools

In short
  • Walton County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Freeport · Elementary
  • Freeport · Middle
  • Freeport · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages listings and can change; always confirm with Walton County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages address.

If we were buying in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages 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

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

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 Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages.

A closer look at the Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages market

Inventory runs at 3.0 months of supply, a balanced market.

The housing stock is 143 homes built between 1972 and 2021, and 57% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
The takeaway

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

What is your Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

See all homes for sale in Freeport →

Real comps, not an automated estimate.

Recently off market in HAMMOCK BAY - MILL COTTAGES

Homes in HAMMOCK BAY - MILL COTTAGES that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages key facts
LocationFreeport, Walton County, FL · ZIP 32439
Homes in the community143 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1972–2021 (median 2020)
Typical living area2,058 sq ft (median)
Home types (current listings and sales)detached single family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersExercise Room, Fishing, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Community Room
For sale right now1 active, 1 pending · median asking $416,000 · 3.0 months of supply
Owner-occupied (homestead) share57%

Data as of November 9, 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, “Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/hammock-bay-mill-cottages, data as of November 9, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in HAMMOCK BAY - MILL COTTAGES, Freeport

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 7 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-11-09)

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.

Every Home for Sale in Hammock Bay Mill Cottages Right Now (2)

All 2 active and pending Hammock Bay Mill Cottages listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

Streets in this community

Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.

How much local inventory is already under contract

25% of homes for sale in ZIP 32439 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 (2026-11-10).

What it really costs to own in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages

The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.

HOA duesMedian $198/month across 5 MLS listings (most billed quarterly; 2026-11-12). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study.
Home and flood insuranceThe average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Walton County is $1,942/yr (433 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction.
Roof and ageMedian build year 2020 across 4 listings. Newer roofs and current wind-mitigation features usually mean the lower end of insurance quotes.

Email me new listings in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages

One e-mail a day, only when a home lists here, with price, beds, baths and a link to every listing. Straight from the MLS feed; no account needed.

Equal Housing Opportunity. Every community is open to everyone; alerts are about homes, never about who lives here.

Ask an agent about Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages

Have a question about the homes, fees, rules or commute here? A Momentum agent who works Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages will answer, and the answer is published on this page for the next buyer.

Property facts only: homes, fees, rules, commute. Every community is open to everyone; agents do not answer questions about who lives here.

Recent Developments in Hammock Bay Mill Cottages

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

  1. October 2026
    Development

    DeFuniak Springs tactical training firm plans campus expansion after multimillion-dollar contracts

    Stronghold Test & Training Center, on a 50-acre campus at 150 Warfighter Way, plans a new complex with secure vaults, classrooms, offices and a 3D-printing prototyping bay. The company cites a $21 million Navy contract through 2030 and other federal awards; no cost, timeline or job count was given.

    What it may mean for the marketDefense-linked contracting growth near Eglin and Hurlburt supports employer activity and specialized jobs in the DeFuniak Springs area. The project is about 25 miles north of Hammock Bay Mill Cottages, elsewhere in Walton County.

    Source: Get The Coast
  2. August 2026
    Infrastructure

    Walton commissioners approve up to $4.69 million Westbay Parkway design contract

    At its August 17, 2026 meeting, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners approved, on the consent agenda, a contract with Mott MacDonald for Westbay Parkway design not to exceed $4,693,502.38. The same agenda included a $184,117 Dewberry task order for the Santa Clara Regional Beach Access Bramble Grove addition.

    What it may mean for the marketDesign work on Westbay Parkway is an early step toward added road capacity in western Walton County. The project is about 10 miles north of Hammock Bay Mill Cottages, elsewhere in Walton County.

    Source: Walton County Government
  3. 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 northeast of Hammock Bay Mill Cottages.

    Source: Get The Coast

Development alerts for Hammock Bay Mill CottagesGet a short monthly email when something new is approved, funded, or opens near Hammock Bay Mill Cottages.

A monthly email from Momentum Realty. Unsubscribe anytime. See our privacy and disclosures.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of November 9, 2026, Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages is roughly balanced: 3.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Emerald Coast MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 143 homes plus 2 vacant residential lots in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages (public records).
What share of Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages is owner-occupied?
57% of Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages built?
Homes in Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages were built between 1972 and 2021, with a median year built of 2020 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages?
The best agent for Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages is one who actively works Freeport 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 Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages.
How do I find a top Freeport real estate agent who knows Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages?
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 Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages and the wider Freeport area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages, and what county is it in?
Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages is in Freeport, Walton County, FL, ZIP 32439. The community's center is about 7 miles east of the center of Freeport (straight-line).

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 11, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32439))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-11-09
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2026 (2 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.

Own a home here?

You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.

The numbers on this page move markets in the aggregate. The number that matters to you is what a buyer pays for your address. A Momentum agent can price yours against live local comps.

Looking to buy here? Search homes for sale →

What’s your home worth in your area?

A real valuation with real comps from a local listing agent, not an instant algorithm. Response within one business day.

By submitting, you agree that EAB RE INVESTMENTS LLC (Momentum Realty) and its agents may call, email, and text you about your inquiry, which may involve automated means and prerecorded or artificial voices. You do not need to consent as a condition of buying any property, goods, or services. To opt out, reply STOP at any time or reply HELP for assistance. You can also click the unsubscribe link in emails. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. See our Privacy Policy and SMS Terms.or call (904) 351-6461
CallFree valuation →

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

Hammock Bay Crescent0.2 mi away · 74 homes, built 1972–21, 1 for saleBuxton S Mill At Hammock Bay0.2 mi away · 86 homes, built 2019–23BSBuxton S Mill In Hammock Bay0.4 mi away · 1 for saleSHSweetwater Hammock Bay0.4 mi away · 45 homes, built 2019–20Hammock Bay Firefly0.5 mi away · 7 for saleHammock Bay0.6 mi away · median $569K, 43 sales/12 moHammock Bay Central Park0.6 mi away · 83 homes, built 2016–20, 1 for saleFirefly At Hammock Bay0.6 mi away · 80 homes, built 2019–22, 1 for sale

Browse all neighborhood guides →

Talk to a Local Hammock Bay - Mill Cottages Expert
Call Get Listings