Lake Tantara in DeFuniak Springs

Lake Tantara
Homes for Sale in DeFuniak Springs, FL

All 161 homes for sale in DeFuniak Springs, FL · median $249,900 · 143 homes for sale in 32433 · Walton County homes for sale

Community in DeFuniak Springs · Walton County · ZIP 32433
21 homesBuilt 1978–2023
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Built fromLive Emerald Coast MLS dataFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of November 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Lake Tantara 3 in DeFuniak Springs, FL, the most recent in October 2026. Across DeFuniak Springs as a whole, 316 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $230,000, 71 median days on market, with 174 homes for sale today. At that median and Walton County's FY2025-26 rate of 9.758 mills, annual property tax runs about $2,240 ($1,860 with the full homestead exemption).

Part of Lake Tantara, DeFuniak Springs, FL — see all Lake Tantara homes for sale (0 listings across 3 sections in the MLS).

Last 30 days in Lake Tantara: 1 closed sale (median $110,000). As of November 11, 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.

Live · Lake Tantara Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
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For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
71%
Owner-occupied · Lake Tantara
17 of 24 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
29%
Non-owner-occupied · Lake Tantara
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
21
Homes in the community
plus 3 vacant residential lots · 24 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 0 years of records
1978–2023
Years homes were built
median 1987 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written July 26, 2026

Lake Tantara 3 is a small pocket in DeFuniak Springs, and the current MLS snapshot is thin — no active price data, no amenity set to lean on. That changes how you read value here: price is going to be set almost entirely by the individual home, its condition, and its lot, not by any community premium or shared feature you're paying into.

For a buyer, that means underwriting each listing on its own merits rather than a neighborhood comp story. For a seller, it means presentation and condition carry the weight — there's no community amenity narrative doing the selling for you, so the house has to stand on what it is.

Figures in this note are as of July 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside LAKE TANTARA 3 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.

204 Greene Boulevard
$140K · 0.5 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba
204 Greene Boulevard
Listed by The Property Group 850 Inc
814 County Highway 1087
$317K · 0.5 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba
814 County Highway 1087
Listed by Stars Realty
134 Double L Road
$260K · 0.9 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba
134 Double L Road
Listed by Realty Pointe of Florida LLC
538 Majestic Boulevard
$240K · 1.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba
538 Majestic Boulevard
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
994 O'Sage Drive
$220K · 1.3 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba
994 O'Sage Drive
Listed by Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
1622 Watson Road
$650K · 1.6 mi away
1 bd · 1 ba
1622 Watson Road
Listed by Okaloosa Real Estate Co

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Tantara 3 sits inland in Walton County's DeFuniak Springs, away from the coastal-resort market that drives much of the Emerald Coast. Expect a quieter, residentially-oriented setting where each home is evaluated individually.

Emerald Coast MLS sales records identify 14 homes in LAKE TANTARA that have changed hands since 2008, built between 1982 and 2020 (median 1999), with a median living area of about 1,530 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 64% 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.

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 prioritizing an inland, quieter Walton County location over coastal proximity
  • Value-focused buyers willing to underwrite a home on its own condition and lot
  • Owners planning a longer hold who don't need constant resale liquidity

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want built-in community amenities like a pool or clubhouse
  • Buyers needing deep comp data and high listing turnover to feel comfortable pricing
  • Buyers set on beach-adjacent, coastal-resort access

The market around Lake Tantara

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

In ZIP 32433, 179 homes are on the market and 21% are under contract — a steady corner of DeFuniak Springs.

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

In ZIP 32433 (DeFuniak Springs), 43 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $239K, with a median 82 days on market. Right now 28 active and 4 pending listings put supply at about 7.8 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32433 housing market and the Walton County market.

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

If we were buying in Lake Tantara 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 Lake Tantara.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an inland DeFuniak Springs address and will judge each home on its own condition.
Biggest Risk
A thin data environment makes pricing and comps harder to pin down.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained home where condition is verifiable and the lot works for you.
Avoid If
You need community amenities or an active, high-turnover market to feel confident.

A house-by-house market, not a community one

The honest read on Lake Tantara 3 is that there's little in the current listing feed to generalize from. No shared amenities are identified from active MLS listings, so there's no pool, clubhouse, or gated entry premium baked into value. What you're buying is the individual parcel and structure.

That places the burden of diligence squarely on the property itself — roof, systems, lot, and updates will drive price far more than any address effect. In a market like this, the spread between a well-kept home and a project can be wide, and condition is the variable to watch.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Lake Tantara. 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 low-data pocket like Lake Tantara 3, guesswork gets expensive. We price and evaluate off the specific home in front of us — condition, lot, and comparable inland Walton County activity — rather than a community story that isn't there. If a listing doesn't hold up on the numbers, we'll say so before you write an offer.

Lake Tantara in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an inland DeFuniak Springs address and will judge each home on its own condition.
Biggest advantageNo amenity premium means you're paying for the house and lot, not shared extras.
Biggest riskA thin data environment makes pricing and comps harder to pin down.
Sweet spotA well-maintained home where condition is verifiable and the lot works for you.
Avoid ifYou need community amenities or an active, high-turnover market to feel confident.
The takeaway

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

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Recently off market in LAKE TANTARA 3

Homes in LAKE TANTARA 3 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.

Lake Tantara key facts
LocationDeFuniak Springs, Walton County, FL · ZIP 32433
Homes in the community21 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1978–2023 (median 1987)
Typical living area2,164 sq ft (median)
For sale right now0 active, 0 pending
Owner-occupied (homestead) share71%

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, “Lake Tantara key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/lake-tantara-3, data as of November 9, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in LAKE TANTARA 3, DeFuniak Springs

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 1 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Lake Tantara?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 21 homes plus 3 vacant residential lots in Lake Tantara (public records).
What share of Lake Tantara is owner-occupied?
71% of Lake Tantara parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Lake Tantara built?
Homes in Lake Tantara were built between 1978 and 2023, with a median year built of 1987 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Lake Tantara?
The best agent for Lake Tantara is one who actively works DeFuniak Springs 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 Lake Tantara.
How do I find a top DeFuniak Springs real estate agent who knows Lake Tantara?
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 Lake Tantara and the wider DeFuniak Springs area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Lake Tantara?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Lake Tantara purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Lake Tantara, and what county is it in?
Lake Tantara is in DeFuniak Springs, Walton County, FL, ZIP 32433. The community's center is about 34 miles west of the center of DeFuniak Springs (straight-line).
Buyers prioritizing an inland, quieter Walton County location over coastal proximityExcellent fit
Value-focused buyers willing to underwrite a home on its own condition and lotExcellent fit
Owners planning a longer hold who don't need constant resale liquidityExcellent fit
Buyers who want built-in community amenities like a pool or clubhouseProbably not
Buyers needing deep comp data and high listing turnover to feel comfortable pricingProbably not
Buyers set on beach-adjacent, coastal-resort accessProbably not

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 32433))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-11-09
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2026 (1 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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