Condo apartments in Panama City Beach, Bay County, FL · built 2021

Watermark at Urban Blu

8551 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Built 2021 Condo apartments

Records last updated Aug 2026 · Sources: FL DOR Statewide Cadastral · County records · FEMA Is this your building? Request a correction

Overview

Watermark at Urban Blu is a visually appealing and well-maintained garden-style apartment community in Panama City Beach, known for its convenient location near both Front Beach Road and Highway 98, beautiful lake views, and top-tier amenities including a heated pool, hot tub, clubhouse, and fitness center. The leasing and maintenance teams receive widespread praise for their helpfulness, friendly customer service, and efficient handling of work orders. However, residents occasionally note challenges regarding parking availability, security gate functionality, and occasional noise or rule adherence in shared amenity spaces. Overall, the community offers a comfortable and vibrant neighborhood atmosphere.

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At a glance

Facts, not verdicts

Records verified 2 of 4

Structure: Built 2021
Flood: Being verified
Wind: Being verified
Reviews: 6 themes

Watermark at Urban Blu — structure & age

Stories Being verified

Year built 2021 Source: County property records

Structure type Being verified

Local condo market — Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Median sale price $360,000 Source: Redfin

Median days on market 111 days Source: Redfin

Year-over-year price change -10% Source: Redfin

ZIP-level market snapshot from Redfin public data · updated monthly

What is the flood risk at Watermark at Urban Blu?

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Permits & activity

Permit activity is being compiled from the county building department index.

What residents say about living at Watermark at Urban Blu

What works

Responsive managementWell maintainedStrong amenitiesGood locationClean common areasAmple parking

What doesn't

Unresponsive managementParking shortageSecurity lapsesDeferred maintenanceStrict rules enforcement

Ongoing, not one-off

Parking — raised repeatedly, 2025-2026
Security — raised repeatedly, 2025-2026

Recently addressed

MaintenanceAmenities

Criticized in earlier reviews, then improved.

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Frequently asked

Is Watermark at Urban Blu safe to live in?

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