889 Driftwood Price Drop
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June 18, 2026889 Driftwood Price Drop
889 Driftwood Point Price Drop
One of the few remaining one-of-a-kind lots on Lake Martin just got a new price. 889 Driftwood Point Road had a price drop and is now offered at $569,000.
I’ve talked about this lot before, but what makes it special hasn’t changed. Last year, only about four lots like this sold on Lake Martin. And when I say “like this,” I mean a true blank slate.
Why This Lot Is Different
If you’ve been looking on the Parker Creek side of the lake for a waterfront lot that isn’t tucked inside a neighborhood and isn’t subject to a bunch of HOA rules, then this could be the lot for you.
Most of the lots in this part of Lake Martin had houses built on them years ago. That’s why I was excited when this one came available.
The lot is fully wooded, almost an acre in size at approximately 0.96 acres, and offers about 220 feet of waterfront. There isn’t an old house to tear down, and there isn’t somebody else’s floor plan to work around. It’s a chance to start from scratch and build exactly what fits your family.
Through the Narrows
The property is located through the Narrows on the Parker Creek and Oakachoy side of the lake. If you’re an old-time Lake Martin person, you know exactly where I’m talking about. You come through the Narrows and hang a left.
It’s one of my favorite parts of the lake. By water, you’re close to places like The Landing at Parker Creek, Kowaliga Restaurant, and Smith Marina. It’s convenient to a lot of what people enjoy about the west side, but it still feels like the quieter Lake Martin many of us grew up with.
A True Blank Canvas
As you walk the lot, it’s easy to start imagining where the house, dock, and outdoor living spaces could come together. Everybody sees something different when they walk a vacant lot. That’s one of the things I enjoy most about showing land.
Some people picture a simple lake cabin. Others picture a place where generations of their family will gather for decades. Both are good answers.
One thing I especially like is the flexibility. Unlike many waterfront lots that come with extensive neighborhood restrictions, this area isn’t governed by an HOA. There are Alabama Power requirements, of course, but you’re not dealing with the kinds of neighborhood covenants that often dictate every detail of what you can build.
Whether you’re ready to start construction tomorrow or you’re simply looking to secure a waterfront lot for the future, this property gives you options. You can build now, build later, or simply hold the property while you make plans. That’s part of what makes lots like this so appealing.
Contact Me
If you are interested in buying this lot or other real estate on Lake Martin, then please give me a call. I would love to help you out. Also, if you are looking to sell, then I can help you out there as well. Feel free to send me an email or use my Contact Page to reach me.
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