Property Report: Miami, FL 33139

This report covers Maple Drive, Perry, FL 32347 — a residential street in Taylor County, Florida, located in the heart of Florida's Big Bend region. The address resolves to a street-level geocode (not a specific parcel), which means specific property details such as beds, baths, square footage, and year built are unavailable from structured data. Accordingly, all valuation figures are based on neighborhood-level comparables and census tract data, with a low confidence rating. Buyers should obtain a full property disclosure and independent appraisal before proceeding. From a market standpoint, Perry is an affordable, small-town market with median home prices ranging from approximately $149K–$249K depending on the source and time period. The census tract-level median home value is just $88,400, signaling that entry-level and distressed properties pull the average well below active listing prices. For a buyer, this represents a low-cost-of-entry market, but significant headwinds exist: the closure of the Georgia-Pacific Foley Cellulose mill in late 2023 (removing ~525 jobs) and the subsequent closure of the West Fraser sawmill (~100 additional jobs) have dealt a serious economic blow to Perry's already fragile economy. These job losses are the single most important macro-risk factor for property values in this area. On the climate side, Perry sits squarely in one of the most hurricane-exposed corridors in the continental United States. Hurricane Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 storm at Keaton Beach, near Perry, on August 30, 2023. Less than two months later, Perry was struck by Hurricane Debby (August 2024) and then Hurricane Helene (September 2024) — three major storms in just 13 months. Wildfire risk is also severe, with satellite data showing 100 active fire detections within 50 km in the past five days. Buyers must budget aggressively for wind, flood, and wildfire insurance — all of which have become increasingly difficult and expensive to obtain in North Florida. Despite these risks, Perry offers genuine lifestyle appeal: a rural-coastal character, access to the Gulf of Mexico, strong outdoor recreation (scalloping season, fishing, hunting), affordable housing, and a tight-knit community. For buyers purchasing as a primary residence with a long time horizon, cash reserves for storm resilience, and realistic expectations about appreciation, Maple Drive can represent fair value. For investors seeking appreciation upside or reliable rental income, the economic contraction and disaster exposure make this a high-risk proposition.

The provided address resolves to Maple Drive, a residential street in Perry, Taylor County, Florida (ZIP 32347), rather than to a specific numbered parcel. As such, specific property characteristics — including beds, baths, square footage, lot size, year built, construction type, and tax records — are not available from the structured data provided. Perry's residential housing stock is predominantly single-family homes and manufactured/mobile homes, with some older brick construction dating back to mid-century. Typical homes in this neighborhood range from 1,200 to 2,000 sq ft on lots of 0.25 to 0.75 acres. The area is characterized by mature trees, a suburban-rural mix, and proximity to downtown Perry amenities. Buyers are strongly advised to request full property disclosure documents, a recent survey, and an independent inspection — particularly given the area's recent hurricane damage history.

Valuation is based on neighborhood-level comparable sales data from Redfin, Movoto, Coldwell Banker Hartung, and census tract median home value data (ACS 5-Year Estimates). No specific parcel data was available. The census tract median home value of $88,400 anchors the low end of the range, reflecting the presence of manufactured homes and distressed properties. Active listing medians ($166K–$249K) anchor the upper range for market-ready homes. The wide value range reflects both data limitations and genuine market dispersion in this small, post-disaster market. Buyers must obtain an independent appraisal once a specific property is identified.

Comparable Sales

Maple Drive is situated in a suburban-rural residential area of Perry, the county seat of Taylor County, Florida. Perry is a small city of approximately 7,000 residents located in Florida's Nature Coast / Big Bend region, roughly 50 miles southeast of Tallahassee. The area is characterized by a mix of single-family homes, manufactured housing, and rural acreage. The neighborhood has a quiet, small-town character with mature tree canopy, and is within a short drive of local schools, retail, and medical facilities. The local economy has historically been anchored by forestry and paper manufacturing, though the 2023 closure of the Georgia-Pacific Foley Cellulose mill (525 jobs) and the 2024 closure of the West Fraser sawmill (~100 jobs) have created significant economic headwinds. Outdoor recreation — including Gulf Coast fishing, scalloping, hunting, and wildlife tourism — remains a draw. The census tract has a median age of 50, reflecting an older population, and a median household income of $35,656 — well below the state average of $65,468. Owner-occupancy is 62.5%, consistent with a predominantly owner-occupied suburban neighborhood.

Nearby Amenities

The Taylor County School District serves approximately 2,720–2,800 students across 9–10 schools. According to state test scores, 47% of district students are at least proficient in math and 41% in reading — modest but not dramatically below the Florida state average (52% math, 50% reading). Taylor County High School is ranked #460 in Florida and #10,159 nationally by US News, with a 25% AP participation rate; 75% of students are economically disadvantaged. Taylor County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 20% of Florida elementary schools on SchoolDigger. GreatSchools notes that a larger number of schools in the district are rated below average in school quality, and the district has above-average chronic absenteeism. For families prioritizing academic excellence, private schooling options in Perry are limited; Tallahassee (50+ miles away) offers more robust options. On the positive side, CrimeGrade.org gives Perry schools a B+ rating on a school performance metric, and the district provides free breakfast and lunch to all students.

Perry's crime picture is mixed but trending in the right direction. The City-Data crime index of 314 is 1.3× the US average of 235.3 and higher than 89.9% of US cities — a meaningful concern. However, the 2024 crime rate fell 23% compared to 2023, and over the past five years both violent and property crime have been on a sustained downward trajectory. NeighborhoodScout reports a violent crime rate of approximately 8 per 1,000 residents, placing Perry among higher-risk small towns nationally. HomeSnacks cites an FBI-based total crime rate of 3,932 per 100,000 — 85.5% above the national rate. However, CrimeGrade.org offers a more nuanced view, awarding Perry a 'B' grade and ranking it in the 65th percentile for safety (safer than 65% of US cities). Neighborhood geography matters: the south part of Perry is generally considered the safest, with a 1-in-72 victimization rate vs. 1-in-29 in central areas. As of early 2026, there are approximately 80 registered sex offenders in Perry (ratio: 1 per 91 residents). Data is at the city level; Maple Drive's specific block-level crime profile is not available from this analysis. Buyers are encouraged to review local crime maps on CrimeGrade.org or CrimeMapping.com for hyperlocal detail.

Perry, FL presents a high overall climate risk profile, driven primarily by extreme wind/hurricane exposure and severe wildfire risk. The area experienced three named storm landfalls in 13 months (2023–2024), making it one of the most repeatedly impacted small towns in recent US hurricane history. Wildfire satellite detections in the surrounding region are active and numerous. Flood risk at the specific Maple Drive inland location appears low (likely Zone X), but buyers must verify their specific parcel's FEMA designation. Radon and earthquake risks are minimal. Proactive resilience measures — wind-rated roofing, hurricane shutters/impact windows, defensible space for wildfire — are strongly recommended, as is robust insurance coverage obtained prior to closing.

The Perry/Taylor County market is a buyer's market with soft pricing and extended days on market. Taylor County median home prices fell 5.1% year-over-year as of November 2025, with a median sale price of approximately $166K. Active listings number around 172 on Zillow (235 FSBO on ByOwner), and median days on market reached 111 days in January 2026 — a very long absorption period reflecting limited demand. Only 8 homes closed in November 2025. List prices on Movoto show a January 2026 median of $249K, well above actual sale prices, suggesting sellers still have elevated price expectations that are not being met by the market. The economic shock of the Georgia-Pacific mill closure (525 jobs, September 2023) and the West Fraser sawmill closure (~100 jobs, 2024) are depressing local purchasing power and housing demand. Post-hurricane repair costs are simultaneously forcing some owners to list distressed properties. This creates a bifurcated market: well-maintained, updated homes command premium prices, while storm-damaged or deferred-maintenance properties trade at significant discounts. Buyers have negotiating leverage. Long-term appreciation depends heavily on whether Perry can attract replacement industry — a process that is ongoing but uncertain.

Perry, FL is a very high-risk investment market at this time. The combination of major employer closures, post-hurricane economic stress, elevated crime, below-average schools, and a soft housing market creates multiple headwinds for appreciation. Gross rental yields of approximately 6–7% are possible given low purchase prices and modest rents (~$729 median gross rent per census tract), but vacancy risk is elevated (estimated 12%) given the shrinking local employment base. Net operating income after expenses, insurance, and maintenance is thin. The strongest investment case is for buyers purchasing a primary residence at a significant discount to replacement cost, with plans to hold for 7–10+ years and personally manage storm resilience. Speculative investors should approach with extreme caution.