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About COMPASS LAKE ALFORD

About COMPASS LAKE ALFORD

Compass Lake / Alford, FL Neighborhood Guide

Welcome to Compass Lake and Alford, Florida

Nestled in the heart of Jackson County, Compass Lake and Alford, FL offer a unique blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and vibrant community living. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful lakeside retreat or a friendly rural atmosphere, this charming region has something for everyone.

Location & Accessibility

Located just off Highway 231, Compass Lake and Alford are conveniently positioned between the major hubs of Panama City and Dothan, Alabama. Residents enjoy easy access to local highways, making commutes and weekend getaways a breeze.

  • Distance to Panama City: 35 miles
  • Distance to Marianna: 20 miles
  • Nearby Airports: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport

Neighborhood Highlights

Stunning Natural Beauty

  • Compass Lake: This expansive, 600-acre spring-fed lake is perfect for boating, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The crystal-clear waters and scenic views make it a local favorite for relaxation and recreation.
  • Outdoor Activities: Enjoy hiking, cycling, and wildlife observation in the surrounding pine forests and rolling hills. The region is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Residential Living

  • Diverse Real Estate: From lakefront cabins and vacation homes to affordable single-family residences, Compass Lake and Alford offer a variety of housing options to suit different lifestyles and budgets.
  • Spacious Lots: Many properties feature generous lot sizes, privacy, and space to enjoy Florida’s beautiful weather.

Community Amenities

  • Compass Lake in the Hills Clubhouse: Community members have access to tennis courts, swimming pools, a restaurant, and event facilities.
  • Community Events: Year-round social activities foster a close-knit, welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.

Local Schools & Education

Families in Compass Lake and Alford benefit from the Jackson County School District, known for its commitment to quality education and strong community support.

Shopping, Dining & Services

While Alford offers the charm of a small town, essential shopping, dining, and health amenities are just a short drive away in nearby Marianna and Panama City.

  • Local Stores & Cafés
  • Farmers Markets
  • Convenient Medical Services

Why Move to Compass Lake / Alford, FL?

  • Affordable Living: Enjoy low property taxes and affordable housing.
  • Scenic Retreat: Experience serene lake views, abundant wildlife, and starry evenings.
  • Community Spirit: Join a welcoming and supportive neighborhood.
  • Recreation Year-Round: Fishing, boating, golfing, and outdoor adventures await.

Discover More

Interested in making Compass Lake/Alford, FL your new home or lakeside escape? Start your search for available properties or learn about community events through the Compass Lake Hills Property Owners Association or by visiting the Town of Alford’s Official Website.

Compass Lake and Alford, Florida – Where Natural Beauty Meets Small Town Living!

COMPASS LAKE ALFORD community

150

# of Listings

3

Avg # of Bedrooms

$259

Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.

$79,553

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Discover the peaceful beauty of Compass Lake in the Hills with this wooded lot that offers an excellent opportunity to create your own private retreat with a future homesite, recreational getaway, or investment property. Enjoy the tranquility of a wooded community away from the busy life, while still being conveniently located near Marianna, where you'll find shopping, dining, healthcare, and everyday conveniences. Take a trip to Panama City Beach for pure enjoyment of the World's Most Beautiful Beaches. For outdoors, you will appreciate the area's natural attractions, like lakes, fishing, boating, horseback riding trails, tennis, clubhouse, swimming pool, disc golf, and two on-site restaurants. Property Owners Association is voluntary for just $135 per year for all the amenities. Whether you're dreaming of building a home, placing a manufactured home surrounded by nature, or simply securing land for the future, Compass Lake Hills offers the space and peaceful site to make it your own. Don't miss the opportunity to own your own piece of land and enjoy this relaxed lifestyle. ALSO AVAILABLE: The sellers are also offering 2 more Residential lots: LOT 30 Cherry Circle, Marianna, FL 32448 1.58 acres MLS#795735 and 0 Trenton Ave, Alford FL 32420 1.11 acres MLS #795630 All three properties are in the same community, available individually or together, offering a chance to acquire additional acreage. Buyer to verify property dimensions, access, utilities, zoning, restrictions, POA/community requirements, and suitability for intended use.
#796351

Marianna

0 Papaya Drive

None Beds

None Baths

1.12 acres

$12,900

MLS#: 796351

Escape to the hills of Northwest Florida on this beautiful high and dry 1.11-acre homesite in the sought-after community of Compass Lake Hills. Surrounded by mature trees, quiet country roads, and horseback riding trails, this lot is ready for your dream home. With a voluntary $135/year Property Owners Association fee -- or pay-per-use for non-members -- enjoy resort-style amenities just minutes away: two lakes with fishing, boats, kayaks, a community pool, clubhouse, Olle's German cuisine eatery, The Cove Snack Shack with live music by the lakeside, tennis courts, disc golf, horse stalls, and an RV park with boat and cabin rentals. With International Airport (ECP) to the south, Marianna, FL to the north, famous World's Most Beautiful Beaches of Panama City Beach within reach, this is a wonderful opportunity for you to own. ALSO AVAILABLE: The seller is also offering LOT 30 Cherry Circle, Marianna, FL 32448 MLS#795735 Both properties are in the same community, available individually or together, offering an opportunity to acquire additional acreage.
#795630

Alford

0 Trenton Avenue

None Beds

None Baths

1.11 acres

$12,900

MLS#: 795630

Beautiful building lot in lovely Compass Lake Hills. This lot is just off of paved Fairview Road and will make a nice building lot for your home or for placing a manufactured home. This pristine area is full of wildlife for your enjoyment. There are deer, turkey, birds of all kind and pretty butterflies. This lot has easy access south to Panama City on the coast and north to Marianna for shopping.
#784499

Marianna

0 Fairway Drive

None Beds

None Baths

0.8 acres

$12,500

MLS#: 784499

This is a nicely wooded lot in beautiful Compass Lake Hills. It is covered with native trees. This lot has easy access south to Panama City on the coast and north to Marianna for shopping. If you want peace and quiet this is the place for you. Lots of wildlife in the area, deer, turkey, birds and butterflies for you to watch and enjoy.
#774405

Alford

0 Laurel Circle

None Beds

None Baths

0.93 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 774405

Beautiful lot to either build your dream home or place your new manufactured home in the unique community of Compass Lake in the Hills. No mandatory HOA but if you choose to be a member you will have access to all the amenities that the association offers. These include swimming pool, tennis courts, cabin rentals, RV spaces, and more. Quiet, peaceful country living, yet still a reasonable commute to Panama City and all that is offered there. All measurements are estimates to be verified by buyer.
#791742

Alford

TBD Cleveland Drive

None Beds

None Baths

1.12 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 791742

Manufactured home friendly! This 1+ acre lot is perfect for building your dream home, placing a manufactured home, or holding onto for investment as the area continues to grow. Not many homes on this street so plenty of peace and quiet. Welcome to Compass Lakes in the Hills! As an owner, you are able to join the community for $135/yr and gain access to all the amenities the community has to offer, including disc golf, driving range, boat ramp, pool, club house, picnic are and much more. The property is only 15 minutes from Marianna and 45 minutes to Panama City.
#788933

Marianna

0000 Marville Drive

None Beds

None Baths

1.14 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 788933

Come take a look at this 1.66 acre corner lot located in Compass Lake in the Hills. This mostly wooded property offers plenty of room to make it your own, with no HOA and mobile homes allowed. Electric is available at the road. Come walk the property and see if this could be the spot for you!
#796396

Marianna

0 Flower Court

None Beds

None Baths

1.66 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 796396

Beautiful lot to either build your dream home or place your new manufactured home in the unique community of Compass Lake in the Hills. No mandatory HOA but if you choose to be a member you will have access to all the amenities that the association offers. These include swimming pool, tennis courts, cabin rentals, RV spaces, and more. Quiet, peaceful country living, yet still a reasonable commute to Panama City and all that is offered there. All measurements are estimates to be verified by buyer.
#791744

Alford

000 Capulin Street

None Beds

None Baths

1.56 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 791744

Beautiful wooded residential lot located in the desirable Compass Lake in the Hills community. This property features an abundance of native trees and offers a peaceful natural setting with wildlife frequently seen throughout the area, including deer, wild turkeys, birds, and butterflies. Enjoy the quiet surroundings while still having convenient access north to Marianna for shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, and south to Panama City and the Gulf Coast beaches. Manufactured homes are allowed, providing flexibility for a variety of home styles. No HOA and no required HOA fees. A voluntary Property Owners Association is available for those who wish to participate, but membership is not required. Drive by and explore the beauty and tranquility this property has to offer. An excellent opportunity to enjoy nature while remaining within reach of nearby conveniences.
#788011

Alford

00 Fremont Avenue

None Beds

None Baths

1.18 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 788011

Looking for the perfect canvas for you dream home or perfect weekend retreat. MOBILE/MODULAR HOMES are even allowed now!! This peaceful parcel offers open space, privacy, and natural surroundings, ideal for building, recreation, or investment. Compass Lake residents enjoy a clubhouse with pool. The community also features tennis courts, horse stalls, and even frisbee golf for endless fun. Outdoor enthusiasts will love having access to two beautiful lakes: McCormick Lake, a private lake exclusively for residents, and Compass Lake, located near the clubhouse. Compass Lake is ideal for motorized boating, jet skis, kayaking, fishing, and more--with two boat docks for easy access. By the water, you'll also find a lively snack shack, called The Cove, that hosts live music, making it a perfect place to relax after a day on the lake. With plenty of room to build and so much to explore, this property blends privacy with community living.
#792408

Alford

000 Christiansted Drive Lot 14

None Beds

None Baths

1.3 acres

$12,000

MLS#: 792408

Here's a wooded lot in a quiet area. On a county graded road. No HOA fees and only a volunteer Property Owners Assoc. If you join, it has some benefits like private boat ramp, they rental cabins and campsites, pool. etc. They have low annual fee's.
#770903

Alford

00 Plateau Circle

None Beds

None Baths

1.12 acres

$11,900

MLS#: 770903

Enjoy privacy and room to breathe with this rural lot in Compass Lake in the Hills. Surrounded by Northwest Florida's natural beauty, this property offers a peaceful setting for your future homesite, weekend retreat, or investment. Experience relaxed country living while remaining within driving distance of Marianna, Panama City, Dothan, AL, and the beautiful white-sand beaches of the Gulf Coast. Buyer to verify property dimensions, utilities, building requirements, and intended use. Optional membership in the Compass Lake in the Hills Property Owners Association provides access to a variety of recreational amenities, including McCormick Lake facilities, boat ramps, swimming areas, a community pool, pavilions, picnic areas, disc golf and more. Because benefits, fees and operating schedules can change, buyers should verify current membership terms directly with the association.
#795565

Alford

0 Fairborn Avenue

None Beds

None Baths

1.07 acres

$11,500

MLS#: 795565

MANUFACTURED HOMES ALLOWED on this 1 Acre Lot in Compass Lake in the Hills. This lot is very private. This is an area that starting to grow. Dirt Roads but level lot! There is a Voluntary POA (Property Owners Association). Drive by and take a look at this lot.
#782291

Marianna

00 Cherry Circle

None Beds

None Baths

1.11 acres

$10,500

MLS#: 782291

Here is your beautiful Country setting Lot for your new home. If you enjoy the peace and quiet, this is the place to be. Compass Lake in the Hills does have a POA Property Owners Association that is Optional and provides some amenities. But there is no HOA with Restrictions.
#794177

Alford

0 Gambier Drive

None Beds

None Baths

1.25 acres

$9,600

MLS#: 794177

1.7 acre Lot in Compass Lake in the Hills. Fronts a county graded road. Lots of wildlife to enjoy. Volunteer Home owners association. Some restrictions apply with these lots. Call today!
#795720

Alford

0 Anderson Drive

None Beds

None Baths

1.75 acres

$8,900

MLS#: 795720

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