279 Windchime Way

3,132 Sq. Ft.
$208 / Sq. Ft.
3,132
Sq. Ft.
$208
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Hammock Bay living at its best — a move‑in‑ready home with an open, airy feel and tranquil pond views right out your back door. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers over 3,100 square feet of living space across two stories, with thoughtful upgrades (see list in docs). Step inside to find two spacious living areas, a gas fireplace, trey ceilings, and a kitchen built for entertaining—complete with a large island. The primary suite is located on the first...Welcome to Hammock Bay living at its best — a move‑in‑ready home with an open, airy feel and tranquil pond views right out your back door. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers over 3,100 square feet of living space across two stories, with thoughtful upgrades (see list in docs). Step inside to find two spacious living areas, a gas fireplace, trey ceilings, and a kitchen built for entertaining—complete with a large island. The primary suite is located on the first floor and features a sitting area, walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with double vanities, garden tub, and separate shower. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full baths, perfect for guests or growing households. One bedroom has its own en-suite full bath-perfect for guests or multigenerational living. Outside, enjoy a screened-in porch overlooking the pond, an open patio, and a sprinkler system, all on a 56-foot waterfront lot. Located in the Whispers subdivision of Hammock Bay, this home includes access to resort-style amenities: pools, clubhouse, fitness center, bike trails, nature trails, dog park, general store, Props, and more. Plus, you're just minutes from the beaches of South Walton and the conveniences of Freeport. Buyer to verify all measurements and dimensions.
  1. Listed by Amy E Portz • Brokerage DRE #1043911 • 30A Local Real Estate
    P: (440)-823-9511 C: (440)-823-9511 amyeportz@gmail.com

Property Details for 279 Windchime Way

Waterfront Features
Pond
Zoning
City, Resid Single Family
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision Name
HAMMOCK BAY
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/30/2025 06:23 PM

Property Details for 279 Windchime Way

StatusActive
MLS #989270
Days on Market54
Taxes$6,501 / year
HOA Fees$561 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built2015
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
CountyWalton County

Location

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Building Information for 279 Windchime Way

Stories2Year Built2015Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,897 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,168

Property Taxes

$542

HOA Dues

$187

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Property Information for 279 Windchime Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Community Room, Dock, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, TV Cable
  • Directions: From the intersection of Hwy 331 and Hwy 20, travel west for approximately 1.7 miles. Turn left onto Great Hammock Bend. Drive .8 mile. Turn right toward Windchime Way. Drive 246 ft. Turn left onto Windchime Way. Drive .3 mile. Property will be on the right.
  • MLS Area Minor: 2005 - S. of 20 to Hwy 331
  • MLS Area Major: 20 - Freeport
  • Latitude: 30.500221
  • Longitude: -86.162436
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 2005 - S. of 20 to Hwy 331
  • Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Freeport
  • Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Freeport
  • Location Tax and Legal:High School: Freeport
  • Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: LOT 95 WHISPERS AT HAMMOCK BAY S/D PB 17-60 OR 2883-3031 OR 2985-907 OR 3221-4277
  • Project Facilities: BBQ PitGrill2, Community Room, Dock2, Exercise Room, Fishing, PavillionGazebo2, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool2, TV Cable3
  • Garage 2: true
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee2: $561
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 95 WHISPERS AT HAMMOCK BAY S/D PB 17-60 OR 2883-3031 OR 2985-907 OR 3221-4277
  • Parcel Number: 17-1S-19-23080-000-0950
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,501
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $6,501
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2025.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Freeport
  • Middle Or Junior School: Freeport
  • High School: Freeport
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 56 x 136 x 103 x 122
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Building Area Total: 3132.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10018.8
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Waterfront: Pond
  • Waterfront Feet 2: 56
  • Lot Features: Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2015.0
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
  • General Property Info:Design: Contemporary
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Brick, Roof Composite Shngl, Slab
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Double Pane Windows, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Fenced Back Yard, Yard Building
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch Screened
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: Fenced Back Yard, Porch Screened, Rain Gutter, Yard Building
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All, Double Pane Windows
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Interior: Ceiling TrayCofferd, Fireplace Gas, Floor Hardwood, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, WasherDryer Hookup, Window Treatment All
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Fire AlarmSprinkler, Microwave, Refrigerator WIceMk, Smoke Detector, StoveOven Gas
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 22.1
  • Room Width: 17.2
  • Room Dimensions: 22.1 x 17.2
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Width: 12.5
  • Room Dimensions: 13.1 x 12.5
Room 3
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 19.7
  • Room Width: 17.1
  • Room Dimensions: 19.7 x 17.1
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Width: 11.1
  • Room Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.1
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Width: 12.9
  • Room Dimensions: 13.4 x 12.9
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 14.2
  • Room Width: 12.5
  • Room Dimensions: 14.2 x 12.5
Rental
Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 279 Windchime Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

ECAR #989270

$650,000—
Aug 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474982023

$465,000

+6.5% / yr

Aug 19, 2021

Sold

ECAR #870805

$465,000—
Jun 7, 2021

Pending

ECAR #870805

—
May 3, 2021

Listed (Active)

ECAR #870805

$499,999—
Jul 17, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553211515

$317,000—
Jul 17, 2015

Sold

ECAR #709650

$317,000—
Apr 12, 2015

Pending

ECAR #709650

—
Jul 11, 2014

Listed (Active)

ECAR #709650

$325,655—
Feb 16, 2012

Sold

ECAR #572038

$23,471—
Feb 15, 2012

Pending

ECAR #572038

—
Feb 15, 2012

Listed (Active)

ECAR #572038

$29,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2025

Listed (Active)

ECAR #989270

$650,000
08/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474982023

$465,000

+6.5% / yr

08/19/2021

Sold

ECAR #870805

$465,000
06/07/2021

Pending

ECAR #870805

—
05/03/2021

Listed (Active)

ECAR #870805

$499,999
07/17/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553211515

$317,000
07/17/2015

Sold

ECAR #709650

$317,000
04/12/2015

Pending

ECAR #709650

—
07/11/2014

Listed (Active)

ECAR #709650

$325,655
02/16/2012

Sold

ECAR #572038

$23,471
02/15/2012

Pending

ECAR #572038

—
02/15/2012

Listed (Active)

ECAR #572038

$29,900

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Public Records for 279 Windchime Way

Taxable ValueLand$63,378Additions$449,466Total$512,844
Tax Record2024$75 ($6 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,132 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,132 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,196 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2015ZoningHAMBAYCountyWALTONAPN17-1S-19-23080-000-0950

Schools near 279 Windchime Way

This home is within Walton.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Freeport Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Freeport Middle School
Public5 to 8

Freeport Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Seaside Neighborhood School
Charter5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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279 Windchime Way is a single family home for sale in Freeport, FL 32439. This property was listed for sale on November 19, 2025 by 30A Local Real Estate, it's currently listed at $650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 54 days and was last sold on August 19, 2021. This listing's school district is Walton. Nearby schools include Freeport Elementary School, Freeport Middle School and Freeport Senior High School. 279 Windchime Way is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,132 sqft single family home built in 2015.

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