Palm Bay places you close to the water and everyday conveniences in Upper Grand Lagoon, with quick connections to the beaches and entertainment of Panama City Beach and the job centers of Panama City. Residents appreciate quiet, well-kept streets, roomy lots, and easy access to boat launches and marinas along Grand Lagoon, all within scenic Bay County.
Weekends practically plan themselves here. Paddle, snorkel, or sun at St. Andrews State Park’s sugar-white shoreline, a local gem with trails, fishing piers, and ferry access to Shell Island’s wild dunes and emerald water at St. Andrews State Park. For dolphin tours, offshore trips, and waterfront sunsets, the fleet at Capt. Anderson’s Marina is minutes away, and the seasonal Shell Island Shuttle makes island days easy. When shopping or a night out calls, browse national brands, local eateries, and live events at Pier Park.
Families value the area’s schools, served by Bay District Schools, with well-regarded options such as Patronis Elementary, Surfside Middle, and J.R. Arnold High. Higher education is close, too, with bayside campuses at Gulf Coast State College and Florida State University Panama City. Daily life is simple: groceries and services are nearby, and Thomas Drive offers a straight shot to the Hathaway Bridge for commutes and weekend outings.
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