Paxton Home Inspector
Historic Agricultural Village & Florida’s Highest Town
axton, Florida, situated in northern Walton County near the Alabama state line, is the highest incorporated town in Florida, resting near Britton Hill at 345 ft elevation—the state’s natural high point. This small town has deep agricultural roots, with its first sawmill established in 1903, around which the community grew. The local Paxton School, serving pre-K through high school on one campus, was founded in 1939 as both an academic and community hub.
Today, Paxton maintains a quiet, rural character with a population of around 556 residents in 2020. It’s known for its wide-open spaces, family-friendly hospitality, and attractions like the Paxton Agricultural Center, Lake Jackson, and Lakewood Park trails including the hilltop at Britton Hill
Residential Landscape & Inspection Focus
The housing stock in Paxton includes historic farmhouses, ranch-style homes, modular and manufactured homes, and lake-adjacent cabins. Considering the rural setting, inspection priorities often include:
- Roof, foundation & structural integrity, especially for aging or wood-frame homes
- Moisture intrusion, drainage & termite inspections, given wooded lots and proximity to Lake Jackson
- Well and septic system evaluations, typical for homes beyond city utilities
- Insurance reports, including 4‑point and wind mitigation inspections, where required
Certified Paxton home inspectors understand the unique needs of rural Walton County properties—ensuring reliable evaluations across agricultural, elevated, and lakefront homes.
Key Areas & Neighborhood Highlights
- Downtown Paxton & Historic Core – Small-cluster homes around community center and school
- Lake Jackson & Wetland Areas – Seasonal cabins and waterfront residences near the lake
- Britton Hill & Lakewood Park Vicinity – Elevated tracts and trail-access properties near Florida’s highest point
- Agricultural Zones & Outlying Lots – Ranch parcels and modular homes dotting wide parcels along US 331