5518 Thomas Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
MLS# 781168
Property DescriptionThis 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
List Price/Acre: 2745098.04
List Type: Exclusive Right of Sale
Named Exception: No
List Date: 2025-10-30
List Price: $1,400,000
Current Price: $1,400,000
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
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
Site Dimensions: 100x220
Acreage: 0.51
Lot Size (SqFt): 22000
Is Subject Leased: No
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
Corner Lot: 1
Near Beach Access: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
County Road: 1
Paved Road: 1
Electricity - Availabile: 1
Sewer Available: 1
Center Turn Lane: 1
County Road: 1
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
Utilities: Electricity - Availabile; Sewer Available; Water Available
Present Zoning: General Commercial
Listing Office: Local Insight Realty
Last Updated: May - 02 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.