1018 Indiana Avenue, Lynn Haven, FL 32444 (MLS# 793474)

1018 Indiana Avenue, Lynn Haven, FL 32444

New Listing

$250,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,967 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 22,216 Status: Active

Current Price: $250,000 List Date: 8/03/2026 Last Modified: 8/03/2026

Overview

Description

Own a piece of Lynn Haven history with the iconic 'Castle House', a unique 4-bedroom, 2-bath home built on three lots and offering 1,967 square feet of living space and over a century of character and charm. Originally constructed in 1912 by Union Veteran L.C. Christopherson, the home was sold in 1913 to fellow Union Veteran Andrew Jackson and his wife, Martha. Jackson served in Company F of the 35th Indiana Infantry. During the late 1920s, under subsequent ownership, the home's distinctive Spanish-style porch and garage were added while Lynn Haven's City Hall was under construction, giving rise to the property's enduring nickname, ''The Castle House.'' The J.B. Atkinson family resided in the home until 1936, and the property later became part of local legend. Known as ''The Castle House.'' It was rumored to have housed Hollywood icon Clark Gable when he was stationed at Tyndall Field in 1941 for military pilot training during World War II. While never officially documented, the stor … (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 793474

Contract Info

List Price/SqFt: 127.1

Location

Area: 02 – Bay County – Central
Street #: 1018
Street Name: Indiana
Street Suffix: Avenue
State: FL
Zip Code: 32444
County: Bay
Sub Area: 0201 – Bay – Central NE
Subdivision: No Named Subdivision
Community/Resort: None
Waterfront: No
Parcel ID: 09813-000-000
Elementary School: Lynn Haven
Middle School: Mowat
High School: Mosley
Directions: N on FL-77 N / Ohio Ave toward Lynn Haven. Right onto E 11th Street. Left onto Indiana Ave. Home will be on your left side, right before E 11th St ends. Via Jenks Ave: Drive N. on Jenks Ave, turn right on W 11th St, and cross over FL-77 directly onto Indiana Ave Via US-231 N: North on US-231 N, turn left onto Hwy 389 (East Ave), head north toward Lynn Haven. Cut over to Indiana Ave.
Legal Description: LYNN HAVEN 102C1 LOTS 8, 9 & 10 BLK 174 ORB 4105 P 337

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Southern
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1967
SqFt Source: Prop App Site
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Year Built: 1912
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Construction Status: Construction Complete
New Construction: No
Garage Y/N: No
Lot Dimensions: 150.0 ft x 150.0 ft
Acreage: 0.51
Lot Size (SqFt): 22216
Pool: No

Listing Info, Tax and Legal

HOA Fee: No
New Buyer Fee: No
Last Tax Year: 2025
Brokerage Interest: No Interest

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Own a piece of Lynn Haven history with the iconic 'Castle House', a unique 4-bedroom, 2-bath home built on three lots and offering 1,967 square feet of living space and over a century of character and charm. Originally constructed in 1912 by Union Veteran L.C. Christopherson, the home was sold in 1913 to fellow Union Veteran Andrew Jackson and his wife, Martha. Jackson served in Company F of the 35th Indiana Infantry. During the late 1920s, under subsequent ownership, the home's distinctive Spanish-style porch and garage were added while Lynn Haven's City Hall was under construction, giving rise to the property's enduring nickname, ''The Castle House.'' The J.B. Atkinson family resided in the home until 1936, and the property later became part of local legend. Known as ''The Castle House.'' It was rumored to have housed Hollywood icon Clark Gable when he was stationed at Tyndall Field in 1941 for military pilot training during World War II. While never officially documented, the story became widely accepted throughout the community. Today, The Castle House remains one of Lynn Haven's most recognizable landmarks. Its distinctive blend of architectural styles, fascinating history, and timeless character create a truly rare opportunity to own a home on three lots, which is as memorable as it is historic. All measurements and square footage are approximate and should be independently verified by the buyer. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes

More Information

Interior Features

Fireplace: Yes
Floor – Hardwood: Yes

Construction/Siding

Roof – Composite Shngl: Yes
Roof – Shingle/Shake: Yes

Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
VA: Yes

Furnished

Unfurnished: Yes

Kitchen

First: Yes

Parking Features

Garage Detached: Yes

Rooms

Bedroom: Yes
Kitchen: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes

Showing

ShowingTime: Yes

Utilities

TV Cable: Yes
Electricity – Connected: Yes
Public Sewer – Connected: Yes
Public Water – Connected: Yes

Primary Bedroom

First: Yes

Bedroom

Second: Yes

Heating

Forced Air: Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher Primary Bedroom: First Bedroom: Second Heating: Forced Air Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Furnished: Unfurnished Kitchen: First Parking Features: Garage Detached Rooms: Bedroom; Kitchen; Primary Bedroom Showing: ShowingTime Utilities: TV Cable; Electricity – Connected; Public Sewer – Connected; Public Water – Connected

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Dimensions	Length	Width	Remarks
Primary Bedroom	First	18 x 16	18.00	16.00	carpet with fireplace
Bedroom	Second	14 x 14	14.00	14.00
Bedroom	Second	16 x 14	16.00	14.00
Bedroom	Second	16 x 13	16.00	13.00
Kitchen	First	14 x 14	14.00	14.00

Listing Office: Central Bay Realty and Property Management LLC

Last Updated: August – 03 – 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.