9902 S Thomas Dr #1831 · Panama City Beach, FL 32408

$319,900

3 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,262 sqft · Condo public records · 161 Days on market

Built 2007 $253/sqft · 14% below area Est $370k · 14% under

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• ARV discount +13.6/15.0
• Cash flow +5.0/30.0
• Schools +4.3/10.0
• 1% rule +4.1/10.0
• Livability +3.9/5.0
• Rent growth +3.1/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• DSCR +0.0/10.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

Beautifully Updated 3-Bedroom Gulf-View Condo at Laketown Wharf. Discover the perfect blend of value, space, and luxury in this beautifully decorated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at Laketown Wharf Resort in Panama City Beach. Offering over 1,260 square feet of coastal living, this 18th-floor unit comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests and boasts one of the largest floorplans on the beach. Step onto the oversized private balcony overlooking the lake and unwind as the nightly light and fountain show dances below—an unforgettable experience right from your own condo. Interior Highlights include: The owner's suite features a king-sized bed, scenic views, balcony access, and a spa-inspired ensuite with double vanities, a large soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower. The second bedroom offers a queen-sized bed, ample closet space, and easy access to the hall bathroom. A third bedroom includes bunk beds tucked into a private nook—perfect for kids or guests. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for your convenience, featuring granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent dining area for easy entertaining. Laketown Wharf Resort Amenities include: Private beach access just across the street—mere steps to the sand and famous cocktails at Pineapple Willy's. Five pools, including a rooftop pool, zero-entry pool, shaded pool, island pool, and a splash zone for kids, Two hot tubs and expansive sundecks, 52,000 sq ft boardwalk with nightly light & fountain shows, Putting green, outdoor gazebos, and daily pickleball action, Gulf-view fitness center - a 2-story gym with cardio, weights, sauna & steam room. Onsite restaurants & bars, retail shops, and Laketown Market for beach essentials. Brand new entertainment venue (opened Feb 2025) at the Convention Center - with bowling, video games, food, and massive screens to catch all your favorite sports! Covered parking garage, 24/7 security, and multiple high-speed elevators. Whether you're searching for a vacation getaway, investment property, or a primary residence, this turn-key condo offers it all—space, comfort, resort amenities, and unbeatable location in the heart of Panama City Beach. Ready to see this incredible unit for yourself? Call today to schedule your private showing!

Key facts

• Gulf-view condo
• Rooftop pool
• Private beach access

Tags

• GULF-VIEW CONDO
• PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS
• OVERSIZED PRIVATE BALCONY
• FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN
• FIVE POOLS
• ROOFTOP POOL

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath condo listed at $320k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $-814 ($-10k/yr) — negative.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $290k (9.2% below list).
• Recommended offer: $282k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
• Cap rate 3.5% vs local median 2.6% in Panama City Beach — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 78/100 on livability (#172 in FL, #2,624 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: crime A+, housing A+, health & safety A+; Watch: amenities D-, commute F.
• Bay (suburban): math 51% / reading 51% proficiency, ranked #29 of 73 in FL (top 40%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.5%/yr); 1022 active listings in the ZIP; 27 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 14d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 2,473 units permitted in Bay County in 2024 (559 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 43% of the median local income ($81k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $10k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Bay County population projected at +24% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 161 days — a 12% lower offer ($282k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 4 sale attempts since 10y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: flood insurance adds $66/mo; HOA is 32% of rent.
• Climate carrying-cost: major flood risk; severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→21/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $281,512 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
2. It's been on market 161 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
3. What's the actual annual flood-insurance premium (NFIP or private), and is the property in a SFHA with mandatory coverage?
4. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
5. Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
6. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
7. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
8. Schools are B-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
9. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
10. This sits on a lake — are riparian / water-frontage rights deeded with the parcel? Any dock permits, shoreline easements, or HOA water-use restrictions?
11. What's the documented flood / surge / shoreline-erosion history here (FEMA AND non-FEMA — e.g., storm surge, creek backup, septic-field saturation)?
12. Any water-quality or seasonal algae-bloom issues that affect tenant satisfaction or short-term-rental demand?
13. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
14. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
15. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 0.91% ✗
• Cap rate: 3.49%
• Cash-on-cash: -10.02%
• DSCR: 0.55
• GRM: 9.2

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $370,140
• List price: $319,900
• Delta: -13.57%
• Verdict: UNDERPRICED
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 2.55% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -36.6%
• Equity multiple: -0.17×
• Total profit: $-104,425
• Equity at exit: $47,698

10-year hold

• IRR: -54.3%
• Equity multiple: -0.79×
• Total profit: $-160,631
• Equity at exit: $27,659

Cash invested: $89,572 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
• State Florida: 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

3-day pay-or-quit; preempts local rent control; landlord-friendly statutes. Court speed varies by county.

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ZIP-level market 32408

• Rents YoY: 2.5%
• Active inventory: 1022
• Price-to-rent: 9.2×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $2,904 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$1,678
• Tax from tax record: −$303 /mo · $3,636/yr
• Insurance: −$133
• Flood insurance flood zone: −$66 /mo · $798/yr
• HOA est. from 3 same-building comps: −$928
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$610
• Net cashflow: $-814

Break-even live

Break-even rent $3,935

Max offer price $176,020

Occupancy floor —

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $79,975
• Closing costs: $9,597
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 27 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
9902 S Thomas Dr Unit 1354966P Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1259	$1,970	$1.56	13d	1	0.02mi
9815 S Thomas Dr Unit 1523339P Panama City, FL	3.0	2.0	1259	$4,018	$3.19	21d	1	0.10mi
104 Gulfside Ct Unit 1523320P Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	3.0	1496	$5,020	$3.36	13d	1	0.15mi
998 Gulfside Ct Unit 1523366P Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1065	$4,124	$3.87	13d	1	0.15mi
10625 Front Beach Rd Unit 1354975P Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1140	$3,166	$2.78	13d	1	0.48mi
204 Potters Bluff Dr Panama City Beach, FL	1.0–3.0	1.0–2.0	1035	$1,947	$1.88	13d	12	0.56mi
10811 Front Beach Rd Unit 1354928P Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	2.0	1194	$3,463	$2.90	13d	1	0.64mi
135 Grande Island Blvd Unit 1355007P Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	3.5	1797	$2,759	$1.54	21d	1	0.67mi
133 W Leslie Ln Unit 1 Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	1.5	950	$2,200	$2.32	21d	1	0.77mi
136 Bonnie Ln Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	1.5	972	$1,750	$1.80	13d	1	0.91mi
138 Bonnie Ln Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	1.5	972	$1,599	$1.65	13d	1	0.91mi
2858 Joan Ave Unit 1523343P Panama City, FL	4.0	3.0	1754	$5,270	$3.00	13d	1	0.97mi
8715 Surf Dr Unit 1523323P Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1194	$5,377	$4.50	13d	1	1.01mi
2521 Allison Ave Panama City, FL	2.0	2.0	980	$1,450	$1.48	21d	1	1.03mi
98 Paddock Club Dr Panama City Beach, FL	1.0–3.0	1.0–2.0	1093	$2,063	$1.89	13d	19	1.09mi
2917 Allison Ave Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	2.0	1592	$1,700	$1.07	21d	1	1.10mi
2301 Anne Ave Unit 8901 Laird Panama City, FL	2.0	2.0	900	$1,625	$1.81	13d	1	1.13mi
2216 Anne Ave Panama City, FL	2.0	2.0	951	$1,300	$1.37	13d	1	1.16mi
520 N Richard Jackson Blvd #1912 Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1200	$2,375	$1.98	13d	1	1.21mi
11222 Hutchison Blvd Unit 1523347P Panama City Beach, FL	2.0	2.0	1194	$3,907	$3.27	21d	1	1.27mi
2526 Laurie Ave Panama City, FL	2.0	2.0	950	$1,750	$1.84	13d	1	1.28mi
104 White Cap Way Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	2.0	1146	$2,700	$2.36	21d	1	1.30mi
10400 Panama City Beach Pkwy Panama City Beach, FL	1.0–3.0	1.0–2.0	1151	$2,372	$2.06	13d	20	1.33mi
175 White Cap Way Unit 1 Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	2.5	1432	$1,750	$1.22	13d	1	1.35mi
1609 Vecuna Cir Panama City Beach, FL	3.0	2.0	1268	$2,100	$1.66	13d	1	1.38mi
8700 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach, FL	2.0–3.0	2.5	1543	$2,400	$1.56	13d	2	1.41mi
8604 Whelch Dr Panama City, FL	1.0–3.0	1.0–3.0	1087	$2,950	$2.71	13d	18	1.42mi

HOA detail condo

• Monthly dues: $0 · $0/yr
• Likely covers: poolgymsecurity
• Assessments: None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 31 events

1. 2026-06-19
   days on market $319,900 Active 161 DOM
2. 2026-06-18
   days on market $319,900 Active 160 DOM
3. 2026-06-17
   days on market $319,900 Active 159 DOM
4. 2026-06-16
   days on market $319,900 Active 158 DOM
5. 2026-06-15
   days on market $319,900 Active 157 DOM
6. 2026-06-14
   days on market $319,900 Active 155 DOM
7. 2026-06-13
   days on market $319,900 Active 154 DOM
8. 2026-06-10
   days on market $319,900 Active 152 DOM
9. 2026-06-09
   days on market $319,900 Active 151 DOM
10. 2026-06-08
    days on market $319,900 Active 150 DOM
11. 2026-06-07
    days on market $319,900 Active 149 DOM
12. 2026-06-05
    days on market $319,900 Active 146 DOM
13. 2026-06-03
    days on market $319,900 Active 145 DOM
14. 2026-06-02
    days on market $319,900 Active 144 DOM
15. 2026-06-01
    days on market $319,900 Active 143 DOM
16. 2026-05-31
    days on market $319,900 Active 142 DOM
17. 2026-05-30
    days on market $319,900 Active 141 DOM
18. 2026-01-09
    listed $319,900 Active 2304-char remark

    Show marketing remark (2304 chars)

    Beautifully Updated 3-Bedroom Gulf-View Condo at Laketown Wharf. Discover the perfect blend of value, space, and luxury in this beautifully decorated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at Laketown Wharf Resort in Panama City Beach. Offering over 1,260 square feet of coastal living, this 18th-floor unit comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests and boasts one of the largest floorplans on the beach. Step onto the oversized private balcony overlooking the lake and unwind as the nightly light and fountain show dances below—an unforgettable experience right from your own condo. Interior Highlights include: The owner's suite features a king-sized bed, scenic views, balcony access, and a spa-inspired ensuite with double vanities, a large soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower. The second bedroom offers a queen-sized bed, ample closet space, and easy access to the hall bathroom. A third bedroom includes bunk beds tucked into a private nook—perfect for kids or guests. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for your convenience, featuring granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent dining area for easy entertaining. Laketown Wharf Resort Amenities include: Private beach access just across the street—mere steps to the sand and famous cocktails at Pineapple Willy's. Five pools, including a rooftop pool, zero-entry pool, shaded pool, island pool, and a splash zone for kids, Two hot tubs and expansive sundecks, 52,000 sq ft boardwalk with nightly light & fountain shows, Putting green, outdoor gazebos, and daily pickleball action, Gulf-view fitness center - a 2-story gym with cardio, weights, sauna & steam room. Onsite restaurants & bars, retail shops, and Laketown Market for beach essentials. Brand new entertainment venue (opened Feb 2025) at the Convention Center - with bowling, video games, food, and massive screens to catch all your favorite sports! Covered parking garage, 24/7 security, and multiple high-speed elevators. Whether you're searching for a vacation getaway, investment property, or a primary residence, this turn-key condo offers it all—space, comfort, resort amenities, and unbeatable location in the heart of Panama City Beach. Ready to see this incredible unit for yourself? Call today to schedule your private showing!

19. 2025-12-31
    historical
20. 2025-10-24
    price $344,900
21. 2025-07-01
    listed $349,900 Active
22. 2025-06-16
    historical
23. 2025-04-30
    price $389,999
24. 2025-04-29
    price $396,500
25. 2025-03-12
    price $399,000
26. 2024-12-12
    listed $420,000 Active
27. 2022-06-01
    soldstatus $400,000
28. 2016-07-20
    soldstatus $197,200
29. 2016-07-15
    soldstatus $197,199
30. 2016-06-01
    listed $197,199
31. 2015-02-06
    soldstatus $57,690,000

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast FL · Resets to sale price

• Current annual tax: $3,636 · $303/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $3,636 · $303/mo
• Expected delta: $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 7/10 Severe FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 77% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 3/10 Moderate
• 🌡 Heat 10/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥106°F today · 21 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 10/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 1/10 Low 0 unhealthy d/yr today · 0 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $34,844
• − Mortgage interest: −$17,919
• − Property taxes: −$3,636
• − Insurance: −$2,397
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$2,788
• − Management: −$2,788
• − HOA: −$11,136
• − Depreciation: −$9,306
• Taxable loss: −$15,126
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$3,630
• After-tax cash flow: $-6,143/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Bay
• NCES district ID: 1200090
• Math proficiency: 51% ▼ -8.00%
• Reading proficiency: 51% ▼ -7.00%
• Median HH income: $47,740
• Composite: 43.41/100
• National rank: #3014
• State rank: #29 of 73 in FL

Livability — Panama City Beach

• Score: 78/100
• State rank: #172
• US rank: #2624

Category grades

Amenities D- Commute F Cost of living B- Crime A+ Employment A- Housing A+ Health & safety A+ User ratings B+

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Panama City Beach, FL
• County: Bay County · 163,593 people
• City population: 50,689
• Metro: Panama City, FL
• Population (ZIP): 18,832
• Household income: $80,822
• Rent vs Own: 37.0% rent · 63.0% own
• Severe rent burden: 817.0

Population outlook (Bay County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 206,264 people
• By 2030: 217,740 · +5.6%
• By 2040: 238,738 · +15.7%
• By 2050: 255,545 · +23.9%
• By 2075: 288,295 · +39.8%
• By 2100: 288,638 · +39.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (81%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 81% Hispanic / Latino 7% Two or more races 6% Black 3% Asian 2%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 2% Puerto Rican 2%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 4% Lithuanian 4% Italian 2%
• Foreign-born: 11% · Canada, South Korea
• Languages at home: 88% English-only · Spanish 5% Russian/Polish/Slavic 4% Tagalog/Filipino 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Bay

• 2024 margin: Solid R (+47.4) · D 25.8% · R 73.1% · Other 1.1%
• 2008→2024 swing: -6.6pp toward R · 2008: -40.7pp · 2024: -47.4pp
• All cycles: 2024: R+47.4 2020: R+43.5 2016: R+46.3 2012: R+43.6 2008: R+40.7

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -202.52%
• Current HPI: 246.9126
• Rent YoY: ▲ 2.55%
• Metro: Panama City, FL
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 3.28%
• F500 in state: 36

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in FL)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Industrial Technology	2	$29B
▸Insurance	2	$17B
▸Retail	1	$60B
▸Technology Distribution	1	$58B
▸Homebuilding	1	$35B
▸Technology Manufacturing	1	$35B

Price history

-99.4% since first listed

14 events — show timeline

• 2026-01-09 Listed $319,900 CPARMLS
• 2025-12-31 Listing Removed — CPARMLS
• 2025-10-24 Price Changed $344,900 CPARMLS
• 2025-07-01 Listed $349,900 CPARMLS
• 2025-06-16 Listing Removed — CPARMLS
• 2025-04-30 Price Changed $389,999 CPARMLS
• 2025-04-29 Price Changed $396,500 CPARMLS
• 2025-03-12 Price Changed $399,000 CPARMLS
• 2024-12-12 Listed $420,000 CPARMLS
• 2022-06-01 Sold (Public Records) $400,000 Public Records
• 2016-07-20 Sold (Public Records) $197,200 Public Records
• 2016-07-15 Sold (MLS) $197,199 CPARMLS
• 2016-06-01 Listed $197,199 CPARMLS
• 2015-02-06 Sold (Public Records) $57,690,000 Public Records

Property tax history

+9.8%/yr

Latest (2025): $3,636 · -14.6% YoY. Source: county tax records.