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Housing

Endless Living Options in Northwest Florida

Make your favorite vacation spot your permanent home in one of the hottest real estate markets in the U.S. Northwest Florida’s 15 counties offer everything from beachfront houses to historic neighborhoods to downtown living options that get you right next to the action. Whether you’re looking for homes for sale near Panama City or condos for rent in Pensacola, your dream of living on the beach is closer than you think on the Emerald Coast.

4th Fastest growing real estate market (Pensacola) Aceable, 2021
17% Lower housing costs in Port St. Joe than U.S. average Area Vibes,2022
172 Historic buildings in the DeFuniak Springs (Walton County) Walton County Economic Development Alliance
#1 Best place to live in Bay County (Lynn Haven) Niche, 2022

Tools & Resources

County Profiles

Northwest Florida’s communities each have a unique personality, but one commonality — they’re all friendly and welcoming places to call home.

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Diversity

Centuries of multicultural history have led to the diverse communities that exist in Northwest Florida today.

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Relocate to Northwest Florida

Get a sense of some of the most ideal places to live in Northwest Florida with a detailed look into our diverse communities.

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WonderFL – Washington County

Bordered by five Florida counties, Washington County makes up a large portion of the Florida Panhandle. Dating back to the 1800s, Washington County historically was a site for early settlers making their way to Northwest Florida for the timber and mineral surplus. Since then, Washington County has flourished and is home to many sites that […]
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WonderFL – The Capital Region

A major highlight of Northwest Florida is that there is a wide range of things to do and places to see. One area that is pretty unique to Florida is the Capital Region that includes Leon, Wakulla and Gadsden Counties. Not only is this area home to Florida’s capital in Tallahassee, but it is also […]
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WonderFL – Jackson County

Serving as one of the gateways into Florida, Jackson County is the perfect spot for an array of excursions, historical sites, and great adventure. Founded in 1827, Jackson County is the only Florida county that borders both Alabama and Georgia. With historical lore, natural springs, and quaint small towns, Jackson County has tons to offer. […]
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WonderFL – The Forgotten Coast

Tucked behind the pines of the Apalachicola National Forest is “the Forgotten Coast.” This area coined the name when it was once left off the Florida map. If any visitor were to visit this “forgotten” place, they would never miss it again. Made up of Franklin, Gulf, and Wakulla counties, these areas are home to […]
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