This stunning Victorian residence, located in the heart of the DeFuniak Springs Historic District, offers a rare combination of historic elegance and modern updates. Built in the early 1900s by Wallace Bruce, founder of the Florida Chautauqua, the home was designed to host visiting dignitaries and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The current homeowner has invested over $350,000 in renovations, including but not limited to
• New metal roof (2025)
• 2 new HVAC systems (2018)
• Back porch addition with mini-split
• Third floor conversion into a guest suite with living area, sleeping area, full bath, and mini-split A/C (2022)
The meticulous design and high-quality restoration make this home one of the most desirable in DeFuniak Springs. By appt. 24 hours' notice
For sale
$1,200,000
550 Circle Dr, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
4beds
7,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Back porch additionNew metal roof
- 89 days |
- 531 |
- 18 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bruce R Naylor,
Naylor Realty And Associates
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1000224
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 4
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 6
Bonus room
- Description: guest suite includes sleeping area, full bath & living space kitchen sink & small frig
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 27
Breakfast room
- Level: First
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 11
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 495 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Kitchen
- Description: Formal
- Level: First
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 351 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 39 x 9
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Sun room
- Level: First
- Area: 146.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11.25
Utility room
- Level: First
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s), Pantry, Shelving, Upgraded Media Wing, Walls Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments, Bay Window(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Fireplace 2+
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,000
- Total interior livable area: 7,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Other
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 83 x 140
- Features: Corner Lot, Curb & Gutter, Level, Sidewalk, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Parcel number: 253N19190700002260
- Zoning description: City, Historical, Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Foundation Off Grade
- Roof: Metal,Roof Pitched
Condition
- Construction Complete,Renovated
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: TOWN OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS
Location
- Region: Defuniak Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $821,345
- Annual tax amount: $10,256
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,650/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+131.7%$171/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #1000224 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2016 | Sold | $518,000-13.6%$74/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #614046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2015 | Listing removed | $599,500$86/sqft |
Source: Bruce Naylor #318063758 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2015 | Price change | $599,500-7.6%$86/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #614046 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2014 | Price change | $649,000-7.2%$93/sqft |
Source: Naylor Realty & Associates Inc. #614046 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2014 | Price change | $699,000-12.1%$100/sqft |
Source: Naylor Realty & Associates Inc. #614046 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2013 | Listed for sale | $795,000-11.5%$114/sqft |
Source: Pelican Real Estate #609055 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2012 | Listing removed | $898,000$128/sqft |
Source: TEAM WALTON REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS #567985 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2012 | Price change | $898,000-0.1%$128/sqft |
Source: TEAM WALTON REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS #567985 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $899,000$128/sqft |
Source: TEAM WALTON REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS #567985 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,256 +11.4% | $712,653 +14.8% |
| 2024 | $9,211 +12.7% | $620,835 +10% |
| 2023 | $8,175 +11% | $564,395 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,365 +13.2% | $513,086 +10% |
| 2021 | $6,507 +7.8% | $466,442 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $6,035 +6.8% | $439,126 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $5,649 | $428,245 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $5,649 +2.4% | $416,810 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $5,515 -0.1% | $415,994 +8.5% |
| 2016 | $5,520 +20.4% | $383,258 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $4,583 -0.4% | $380,594 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $4,604 | $377,573 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $371,993 +4.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $355,008 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $372,787 -0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $375,709 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $365,832 +0.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $365,467 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $354,831 +5.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $336,094 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $326,305 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $320,221 +1.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $316,222 +34.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $235,534 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32435
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10West Defuniak Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Walton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Maude Saunders
- Middle: Walton
- High: Walton
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