Vacant Land in Compass Lake Hills in Alford, FL - part of Jackson County, FL?

Question

I posted a question on here last week but really didn't get too many responses - so I'll try to be a little more specific this time. My family and I are looking to relocate from NJ to somewhere greener, somewhere warmer. We are looking at NC, SC, GA and FL. I found a piece of property (actually, there are hundreds of lots avail) in a place called Compass Lake, FL in Alford - which is in Jackson County Florida. I no NOTHING about this area - schools - people - towns - shopping... nothing. I'm concerned that its out in the middle of nowhere with no good schools, no shopping (or have to travel to shopping) and there is no way for me to learn except for, maybe, some people like YOU who have been here or know of this area. Any input would be great! I should note - the property here is WAY WAY WAY cheaper than almost anywhere else I have found... and I'm thinking there must be a reason for this.

Answer 1

Compass Lake isn't that bad but as you guessed, you have to be ready to do some driving . The closest places where you can
shop is Marianna, about 15 min away and Panama City, about
45 min away or so. The weather is warm and humid, more so in
the rainy season. There is less chance of a hurricane compared
to the Southern part of the state, and the beaches are great. I
was in the area about four years ago, so it may have changed by now.