Florida Fixer Upper on 5 Acres $119,950

OHU50K Notes $119,950

Florida Fixer Upper on 5 Acres. This house has great bones and is in need of some TLC. The property is peacefully and has walking paths throughout.

Yard featured at 10909 Cowels Rd, Fountain, FL, 32438

Realtor Comments

Welcome to 10909 Cowles Rd, a fantastic investment opportunity nestled in panhandle of Florida. Whether you are a first-time home owner looking to add your own personal touch, or an investor looking for a project, this is the ideal investment. The bones are great, and only needs your creative touch to freshen this home up! This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has the ideal floorplan with major potential. With its oversized living areas, large bedrooms, and unbeatable location, 10909 Cowles Rd offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property with serious upside potential. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this home shine schedule your showing today and envision the possibilities this home can offer.

4 bed
2 bath
Build date 2000

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10909 Cowels Rd, Fountain, FL 32438 $119,950

Contact Realtor: Terry Connors
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Pros of Living in Fountain, FL

1. Affordability

Fountain offers a notably lower cost of living—about 4.6% below the U.S. average and 7.5% lower than Florida overall
Home prices are particularly attractive: roughly $150,500, significantly lower than both national and state averages

2. Rural, Peaceful Lifestyle

It’s a quiet community with a small-town, tight-knit feel—ideal for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility
Surrounded by natural beauty and close to parks like Deep Springs Park and Blue Spring Recreational Area

3. Proximity to Urban Amenities

Convenient access to Panama City (about 28 miles away) via major routes like I‑10 and US‑231
Access to a range of broadband options, including fiber with up to 1000 Mbps download through AT&T

4. Decent Schools Nearby

Local schools like Deane Bozeman School and Waller Elementary score between 6–7/10 on GreatSchools, offering a solid elementary to high school pathway

5. Relatively Safe

Fountain scores around 70/100 on safety metrics—including air/water quality, crime, and natural hazards—out of over 60,000 U.S. locations, making it safer than many comparable Florida areas

Cons of Living in Fountain, FL

1. Limited Local Amenities

Residents often need to drive for groceries, dining, or shopping. The town lacks big-box stores and many day-to-day services
Public transit is virtually non‑existent—almost all errands require a car

2. Economic & Income Constraints

The job market is limited; many residents commute long distances (avg. commute ~45 minutes)

3. Weather & Natural Risks

Fountain falls within hurricane-prone Northwest Florida. Residents must prepare for storms and potential outages

4. Educational Attainment

Only about 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher—well below the national average (~21.8%)

5. Demographics & Community Size

Smaller population (~4,000), low renter/college student presence, and fewer children—all of which might lead to reduced diversity in daily interactions and services