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Off Market May 2025 for $259K

$248,220

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,987/mo

•

1,144

sq ft

261 Squirrel Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433

About this home

Welcome to The Lake House, a 1940's Retreat on Juniper Lake! Step into a slice of history with this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath lake house on .44 acres of pristine waterfront. This 1,144 sq. ft. gem boasts original hardwood floors and gorgeous tongue & groove walls, adding warmth and character. The attic runs along the whole length of the house and has been partially closed in for added space if needed. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises and unwind with stunning sunsets over Juniper Lake from your spacious back deck. The dock and boathouse feature solid pilings, while cypress stumps were cleared 50 feet from the dock, creating a perfect swimming and fishing oasis. Freshly painted inside and out (March 2025), this home is waiting for you to come enjoy lakefront living on its clear lake shore point. Juniper Lake is a stunning 600-acre spring-fed lake offering breathtaking views and endless outdoor recreation. Whether you're a fishing enthusiast, a boating lover, or simply enjoy peaceful waterside relaxation, Juniper Lake has something for everyone! Impressive depth reaching a maximum of 234 feet. Boating Paradise: Gas-powered boats are allowed, making it ideal for exploration and recreation. Fisherman's Haven: A popular fishing spot known for bass, crappie, and bream. Natural Wonder: The largest of six natural lakes in Florida's Panhandle. Well-Maintained: Managed and preserved by the FWC. Whether you're seeking adventure or serenity, Juniper Lake is the perfect backyard paradise. Bring your boat, fishing gear, and a love for nature! For more information, visit the FWC website.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.44 acresLot Size

$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Amanda J Ealum • APC Real Estate Group LLC

Bought with Courtney Sells The Coast Solley • Century 21 Wimco Realty Inc

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•Source:ECAR #971352

Redfin Estimate

$248,220

$12K since sold in May 2025$4,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 29.8% higher than the average sale price ($191K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$140,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,320 sq ft
136 Juniper Lake Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
SOLD MAR 23, 2026
$149,900
B
3 beds2 baths1,100 sq ft
93 Windham Way, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$263,990
C
3 beds2 baths1,416 sq ft
171 Cat Island Cir, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$208,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,284 sq ft
105 E Renoir Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$242,900
E
3 beds2 baths1,177 sq ft
48 Howlin Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$143,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,008 sq ft
77 Orson Dr, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433

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$1,131/mo

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Market trends in 32433, FL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.1%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$246K

$956 MoM

Avg. days on market

84d

13 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 19 HRS AGO
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109 Spring Hill Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$135,000
3 beds2 baths1,852 sq ft
163 Fredrick Dr, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$175,000
4 beds2 baths2,312 sq ft
382 N 9th St, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$439,900
4 beds2 baths1,911 sq ft
1092 Ten Lake Dr, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
OPEN SEP 5, 1PM TO 3PM
$172,000
3 beds2 baths1,140 sq ft
12 Candy Ln, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$74,900
2 beds1 bath760 sq ft
33 W Oleander Ave, Mossy Head, FL 32434
$219,900
3 beds2 baths1,571 sq ft
645 W Violet, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$315,000
3 beds2 baths1,242 sq ft
521 W Juniper Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
$395,000
4 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
4104 County Highway 1087, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
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Sale history for 261 Squirrel Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$872 (+16.7%)

2024

$747 (−2.0%)

$48,528 + $28,939

$77,467

2023

$762 (−1.5%)

$48,528 + $31,057

$79,585

2022

$773 (+8.2%)

2021

$715 (+8.3%)

2020

$660 (+2.5%)

$37,256 + $23,407

$60,663

2019

$644 (−1.0%)

$36,525 + $22,740

$59,265

2018

$651 (+0.2%)

$36,525 + $23,172

$59,697

2017

$650 (−1.7%)

$36,525 + $22,819

$59,344

2016

$661 (−1.9%)

$36,525 + $23,512

$60,037

2015

$674 (−2.9%)

$36,525 + $23,891

$60,416

2014

$694

Tax history for 261 Squirrel Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$872 (+16.7%)

2024

$747 (−2.0%)

$48,528 + $28,939

$77,467

2023

$762 (−1.5%)

$48,528 + $31,057

$79,585

2022

$773 (+8.2%)

2021

$715 (+8.3%)

2020

$660 (+2.5%)

$37,256 + $23,407

$60,663

2019

$644 (−1.0%)

$36,525 + $22,740

$59,265

2018

$651 (+0.2%)

$36,525 + $23,172

$59,697

2017

$650 (−1.7%)

$36,525 + $22,819

$59,344

2016

$661 (−1.9%)

$36,525 + $23,512

$60,037

2015

$674 (−2.9%)

$36,525 + $23,891

$60,416

2014

$694

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

9 ft.

Lot depth

23 ft.

Lot size

0.44 Acres

Year renovated

1955

Sq. Ft.

1,144

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Walton County

APN

103N19197500070060

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

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HOA Dues

—

Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Jun 5, 2026.

Urban Residential District

This district includes areas that constitute reasonably compact additions to urbanized areas surrounding municipalities, which do not constitute significant habitat, wetland, or flood hazard areas, and which are either served by public water or sewer systems, or where such systems are scheduled to be extended within five years. This district allows higher density residential development in more traditional residential subdivisions and provides for a more intensive commercial component in mixed use areas.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Carport
No
Parking Features: Boat, Carport Attached, Covered

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom: First
Master Bedroom: First

Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 2.00
Master Bedroom/Master Bath: MBath Shower Only

Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Kitchen: First
Living Room: First

Room 1
Living Room
Area: 320.00
Dimensions: 20 x 16
Length: 20.00
Width: 16.00
Level: 1

Room 2
Kitchen
Area: 78.00
Dimensions: 13 x 6
Length: 13.00
Width: 6.00
Level: 1

Room 3
Master Bedroom
Area: 182.00
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Length: 14.00
Width: 13.00
Level: 1

Room 4
Master Bathroom
Area: 45.00
Dimensions: 9 x 5
Length: 9.00
Width: 5.00
Level: 1

Room 5
Bedroom
Area: 120.00
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Length: 12.00
Width: 10.00
Level: 1

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Stove/Oven Electric
Interior: Built-In Bookcases, Floor Hardwood, Floor Vinyl, Floor WW Carpet, Newly Painted, Woodwork Painted, Woodwork Stained

Exterior

Exterior Features
Pool Type: None
Exterior: Boat Slip, Deck Open, Dock, Yard Building

Lot Information
Acreage: 0.44
Lot Dimensions: TBD By Survey
Waterfront: Lake
Waterfront Feet: 66 ft
Lot Features: Aerials/Topo Availbl
Lot/Parcel Access: County Road, Paved Road
Zoning: County, Residential Single Family

Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation Off Grade, Roof Metal, Siding Wood

Financial

Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2024
Last Taxes: 746.91

Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Seller
Seller

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Propane, Phone, Public Water, Septic Tank, Tap Fee Paid, TV Cable
Energy: AC - Central Elect, Heat Cntrl Gas, Heat Floor/Space, See Remarks, Water Heater - Elect

Location

School Information
Elementary School: West Defuniak
Middle School: Walton
High School: Walton

Location Information
Sub Area: 2310 - De Funiak Springs
Area: 23 - North Walton County
Street #: 261
Street Name: Squirrel
Street Suffix: Road
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32433
Project Name/Subdivision: JUNIPER LAKE UNREC
Absolute Longitude: 86.128011
Longitude: -86.128011
Latitude: 30.775059
Directions: From Hwy 331, take HWY 90 east to HWY 83 North. Then turn left onto Cat Island Road. Take a left on Wesley Road. Then Right onto Squirrel Road. Home will be on your left.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,144
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Walton County
APN: 103N19197500070060

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 5, 2026

Other

Listing Price Information
List Price: 259900.00
List Price/SqFt: 227.19

Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1144.00
Design: Traditional
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family

Listing Information
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Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Maude Saunders Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi

4/10

Walton Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi

7/10

Walton High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

4/10 Fire Factor

2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Defuniak Springs, FL • 32433

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 5.4 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$236,000 – $286,000

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Home values near 261 Squirrel Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
245 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	$300,472
355 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 572 Sq. Ft.	$153,966

Address	Redfin Estimate
273 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 732 Sq. Ft.	$199,920
300 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 840 Sq. Ft.	$98,485

Address	Redfin Estimate
129 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 700 Sq. Ft.	$127,323
175 Squirrel Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$75,927

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