Pensacola Florida Beach Condos

By far our real estate market in Pensacola revolves around the vacation beach condos and their rental income potential. We've had a lot of foreclosures in the recent months, and right now is the best time ever to find the deal of a lifetime on a vacation property or investment.

But how to choose the location for your condo? Do you want to be in Pensacola Beach, or the nearby island beaches? Here's a little bit of help to decide, or if you prefer, we'll tour them all!

Pensacola Beach Condos -  Best for a full range of condo types, amenties and prices that meet any budget. You might prefer Pensacola Beach for its convenience to the mainland or the many shops, attractions and restaurants that are here. Portofino Towers Resort, Beach Club and Emerald Dolphin are very popular with buyers because they are sold rental ready, and many are already on a rental program.

Navarre Beach Condos - You might like this beach the best if you are looking for the slower pace of life.  This peaceful beach haven is sought-after by those looking for a beach home off the fast tract.  Shops and restaurants abound across the bridge in Navarre. Summerwind, Belle Mer and The Pearl are three examples of Gulf front condos found in Navarre Beach.

Destin Beach Condos - A vacation favorite because of the beautiful wide, white sandy beach, Destin is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Owning a condo here would be perfect for rental income and your own personal paradise combined. Silver Shells, Pelican Beach and Seascape are all successful vacation rental resorts in the greater Destin area.

Perdido Key is known for its great prices combined with a small town feel.  The proximity to Pensacola and Gulf Shores allows access to all the stores, services, and entertainment venues you could ask for. Indigo, Florencia and Beach Colony are examples of popular vacation destinations on the Key.

Gulf Breeze is less well known to visitors, but just as beautiful a location as any. Perhaps a little more family oriented, residental, less crowded but with great beach access. Bahama Bay and Sunchase are very popular due to their poximity to the beach and their affordability. You should be sure to visit here before making a decision on your Florida beach condo purchase!

Fort Walton Beach Condos - All of the Gulf front Ft Walton Beach condos are located on Okaloosa Island. Here you find more of the feeling of a resort community with plenty of beach access and great condos overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Waterscape, Azure and Bella Riva are three newer resorts that have added to the quality of condominiums on Okaloosa Island. Fort Walton is exactly what you would expect from a Florida beach city.

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Golf Course Condos in Pensacola

You may also be interested in Pensacola golf course condos. Often in a gated development, these are some of the best bargains around, especially if you intend to live here or want more privacy. Of course if you're a golf enthusiast, a golf course condo is going to be your personal slice of heaven!
Our favorite golf course condos are:

Lost Key Condos - Lost Key Golf Course - Perdido Key
Lionsgate Townhomes - Tiger Point Golf Course - Gulf Breeze
Fairway Villas (townhomes) - Scenic Hills Golf Course - Pensacola

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Condos or Condo-Hotels

On July 10 2007 the Escambia County Commission unanimously passed an ordinance that extends the length of stay for owners of hotel units. This is a very big decision especially on Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key.

Previously owners were only allowed two weeks a year and this has been changed to 12 weeks. This new ordinance also set the limit to 730 for the total number of hotel rooms that can be built greater than 850 sq. ft on Pensacola Beach. The commission is attempting to stop condominiums being built on land zoned for hotels.

High-end hotels are more frequently being sold as individual units to investors in much the same way condos are. Proponents of the change argue that hotel units with shorter allowable stays are more difficult to market and sell.
Local merchants prefer high turnover, saying people who stay in hotels are more likely to go out to eat and shop than those who stay in longer-term units. Opponents of the ordinance believe this is merely a way to get around beach building caps.

If you are in the market for a condo in Pensacola or the surrounding areas, use our super easy Pensacola Condo Search tool. If you find something you like, contact us for more information or to set an appointment to tour as many as you choose! We'd love to help you find your perfect home or vacation condominium or townhome.

 

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