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8730 Thomas Dr Unit 1302A, Panama City Beach, FL, 32408

--beds
1baths
623sqft
$225,000
$361price/sqft
$1,753/moest. monthly cost
$70,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to your perfect coastal escape at Plazas of St. Thomas--a beautifully maintained studio condo designed for effortless beach living and smart investment potential. Ideal for young professionals or savvy buyers seeking a low-maintenance getaway, this turn-key residence offers comfort, style, and an unbeatable location walking distance to the beach and entertainment. Step inside to find clean, modern tile flooring throughout, creating a bright and easy-to-maintain living space that's ready to enjoy from day one. The open studio layout maximizes functionality while maintaining a relaxed, coastal feel. One of the standout features is the private balcony and is one of very few to have a Gulf view, the perfect place to start your morning with the sunrise and coffee, or unwind in the evening while enjoying the coastal breeze and sunset skies. This property also offers boat parking spaces, making it an exceptional choice for boating enthusiasts who want quick access to the water without the hassle of off-site storage. Whether you're searching for a personal beach retreat, a weekend getaway, or a vacation rental investment, this condo checks every box. With its turn-key condition, desirable amenities, and strong rental appeal, this opportunity at the Plazas of St. Thomas offers the ideal blend of lifestyle and income potential near the beach. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise!

Getting Around

47
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
55
BikeBikeable

Schools

6/10
Breakfast Point AcademyGrades PK-82.1 mi
4/10
J.R. Arnold High SchoolGrades 9-123.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1985

Materials

  • Construction materials: Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Low Rise
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 623
  • Total interior livable area: 623 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Common Area,Accessible Elevator Installed

Details

  • Parcel number: 30473143000

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: In Ground,Community
  • Patio & porch: Balcony
  • Exterior features: Dock
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Gulf,Lagoon
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Gulf,Lagoon
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Other

Lot

  • Features: Paved

Parking

  • Parking features: Parking Lot,Gated

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
Lightning
Coastal Flooding
Tornado
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in Bay County and Florida

Coastal Storm
Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,137$13,644
Home Insurance *$309$3,708
Property Taxes $110$1,320
Electricity $197$2,366
Total$1,753$21,036
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$60,102/yr
40% on housing$52,590/yr
45% on housing$46,746/yr

Florida FAIR Plan Programs

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation [Florida]

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,321,953Commercial: 13,564
Total Premiums$4.60B
Total Exposure$385.82B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 13.3%
13.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$361This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 32408$234
Bay County$242

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 32408$299
Bay County$205

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-07Listed for sale$225,000
2019-07-24Sold$110,000
2019-05-20Listed for sale$110,000
2018-01-11Listing removed$95,000
2017-12-04Listed for sale$95,000
2017-11-26Pending sale$95,000
2017-09-29Price change$95,000
2017-09-24Price change$98,000
2017-08-22Listed for sale$100,000
2015-12-04Sold$64,000
2015-04-20Listed for sale$72,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentMark Parish
BrokerageGulf Life Real Estate Inc

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