ASSUMABLE VA LOAN AT AN ESTIMATED 2.25% INTEREST RATE! Qualified buyers may have the opportunity to assume the seller's existing VA loan, with an estimated balance of approximately $319,000--a financing opportunity that can make a significant difference in the monthly cost of homeownership.
Enjoy the best of SweetBay living in this beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with 2,314 square feet, a golf cart-friendly lifestyle, exceptional energy-efficient features, and a convenient location near University Academy.
Built in 2019, the home has been thoughtfully upgraded for comfort, efficiency, and everyday living. Custom features include a pantry, under-stair storage room, built-in library shelving and cabinetry in the loft, living room storage benches, and a dedicated laundry folding station with additional storage.
Major improvements include a new roof installed in 2025, PAID-OFF SOLAR PANELS, tankless water heater, whole-home water softener, reverse osmosis drinking water system, UV air purification on both HVAC units, solar-powered attic fan, hurricane shutters, gutters, and smart irrigation. Together, these energy-efficient improvements contribute to an average electric bill of approximately $70 per month.
Outside, you'll find a screened lanai, fenced backyard with an expanded golf-cart access gate, hardscaped outdoor areas, detached rear-entry garage, and convenient curbside parking. Additional features include custom cellular shades, ceiling fans throughout, heavy-duty garage shelving, an ADT security system, and extensive built-in storage.
Located in one of Panama City's most sought-after communities, SweetBay offers parks, trails, waterfront amenities, community events, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and everyday necessities.
With extensive upgrades, remarkably low energy costs, and the potential to assume a VA mortgage at an estimated 2.25% interest rate, this home offers an opportunity that's increasingly difficult to find. VA loan assumption is subject to lender/servicer approval, buyer qualification, and applicable VA requirements.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (9/4)
$530,000
1816 Discovery Loop, Panama City, FL 32405
3beds
2,338sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$521,200 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$147/mo HOA
What's special
Detached rear-entry garageScreened lanaiExtensive built-in storageHeavy-duty garage shelvingConvenient curbside parkingCustom cellular shadesUnder-stair storage room
- 130 days
- 315
- 12
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David A Thomasee 850-532-7225,
Think Real Estate,
Dien and Andrew Group 850-600-0605,
Think Real Estate
Source: CPAR,MLS#: 790780
Originating MLS: Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 21
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Interior Steps, Smart Thermostat, Upper Level Primary
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,338
- Total interior livable area: 2,338 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Porch
- Pool features: Community
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 115
- Features: Sprinkler System, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: 11731250450
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
- Special conditions: Listed As-Is
- Other equipment: Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Solar Panel(s)
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Beach, Playground, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sweetbay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other, Playground, Pool(s), See Remarks
- HOA fee: $441 quarterly
Location
- Region: Panama City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $455,177
- Annual tax amount: $5,070
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 131 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$521,200
$495,000 - $547,000
$3,274/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $530,000-1.9%$227/sqft |
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| 8/16/2026 | Price change | $540,000-0.9%$231/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,100$1/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $545,000+47.5%$233/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Sold | $369,465$158/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,070 +6.5% | $353,574 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $4,762 -6.3% | $334,067 +3% |
| 2023 | $5,084 +6.6% | $324,337 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,771 | $314,890 |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | $4,280 +4053.3% | $301,497 +4629.4% |
| 2019 | $103 | $6,375 |
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Neighborhood: 32405
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Northside
- Middle: Jinks
- High: Bay
Source: CPAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



