5518 Thomas Drive, Panama City, FL 32408

$1,400,000
Property Type: Commercial Land Lot Size (sq. ft.): 22,000 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,400,000 List Date: 11/03/2025 Last Modified: 3/31/2026

Overview

Description

This is your chance to secure a rare development opportunity along the highly sought-after Thomas Drive business corridor. An exceptional .51-acre site (three combined lots: 100' x 220') with frontage on Thomas Drive, Beach Drive, and Biltmore Drive. This unique configuration provides access from three road fronts, offering excellent visibility and accessibility for future development. • Zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) – allows for a wide range of commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily opportunities • Density: Up to 15 units per acre • Not in a flood zone, yet just 500 feet from the Gulf of Mexico • Gulf views possible from a multi-story structure • Surrounded by new homes, high-rise condos, restaurants, close to public beach access (#9), and major attractions • Ideal for commercial retail, short-term rentals, townhomes, or a mixed-use development A three-story building on this site would capture breathtaking Gulf views, making it perfect for a boutique hotel, r

Listing Details MLS# 781168

Location, Tax & Legal

Street #
5518
Street Name
Thomas
Street Suffix
Drive
State
FL
Zip Code
32408
County
Bay
Area
03 – Bay County – Beach
Subdivision
Gulf Lagoon Beach
Parcel ID
32362-000-000
Legal Description
GULF LAGOON BEACH LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 16 ORB 4617 P 1904; BILTMORE BEACH LOT 2 BLK K ORB 4727 P 77; BILTMORE BEACH LOT 1 BLK K ORB 4727 P 77
Sub Area
0323 – Beach – South of Grand Lagoon
Community/Resort
None
Waterfront
No
Elementary School
Patronis
Middle School
Surfside
High School
Arnold
Directions
South on Navy Blvd.. Drive for 4.2 miles. Property is on right, northwest corner of Thomas Drive & Biltmore Drive.
HOA Fee
No

Contract Info

List Price/Acre
2745098.04
Sub-Type
Vacant Land
List Type
Exclusive Right of Sale
Named Exception
No

General Property Info

Site Dimensions
100×220
Acreage
0.51
Lot Size (SqFt)
22000
Is Subject Leased
No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
This is your chance to secure a rare development opportunity along the highly sought-after Thomas Drive business corridor. An exceptional .51-acre site (three combined lots: 100' x 220') with frontage on Thomas Drive, Beach Drive, and Biltmore Drive. This unique configuration provides access from three road fronts, offering excellent visibility and accessibility for future development. • Zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) – allows for a wide range of commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily opportunities • Density: Up to 15 units per acre • Not in a flood zone, yet just 500 feet from the Gulf of Mexico • Gulf views possible from a multi-story structure • Surrounded by new homes, high-rise condos, restaurants, close to public beach access (#9), and major attractions • Ideal for commercial retail, short-term rentals, townhomes, or a mixed-use development A three-story building on this site would capture breathtaking Gulf views, making it perfect for a boutique hotel, retail center, or luxury residential units. Buyer should verify all details related to this property. Property includes 3 parcels- 32362-000-000; 31857-000-000; 31856-000-000

Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

More Information

Lot Features

Corner Lot
Yes
Near Beach Access
Yes
Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Yes

Lot/Parcel Access

County Road
Yes
Paved Road
Yes

Present Zoning

General Commercial
Yes

Utilities

Electricity – Availabile
Yes
Sewer Available
Yes
Water Available
Yes

Waterview

Gulf
Yes

Sale Type

As Is
Yes

TransportationAccess

2 – Lane
Yes
4 – Lane
Yes
Center Turn Lane
Yes
County Road
Yes
Paved
Yes

Property Features

TransportationAccess: 2 – Lane; 4 – Lane; Center Turn Lane; County Road; Paved Financing: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Corner Lot; Near Beach Access; Within 1/2 Mile to Water Sale Type: As Is Utilities: Electricity – Availabile; Sewer Available; Water Available Present Zoning: General Commercial Waterview: Gulf
Listing Office: Local Insight Realty
Last Updated: March – 31 – 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.