[wannabehappy]

I would love to move to Fl with my 2 boys 12 and 13 .How is it there ?Iam a single parent.I want to buy a house what areas are reasonable ?Somewhere around Panama City ,Pensacola ,Walton Beach ,Holley by the sea ?Or even Chrestview?

[BlueWillowPlate]

Crestview might be the most affordable, maybe Ft Walton Beach might be the least. I'd go for those first, then Pensacola, after that, Panama City.
Maybe Sunrico will see this thread, he can be very helpful with this area.

[sunrico90]

Thanks Cil,

The Crestview area is a bit less expensive than the other 3 areas, but is growing was. The housing pricing in the area has decreased and is a bit more affortable than before. Crestview is about 32 miles from Fort Walton Beach and much further away from the other areas. So depending on the type work that you do you might want to consider the driving topic. Also housing depends on your cash follow and desires....

These are just from a quick search on the web, the price range will go from 4 million to $120K depending on what you want. By the way not avertizing any company and I'm not in the Real Estate business. Just do a search for homes for sale (city) and preview for your self.

Crestview:

List Price: $188,500
Bedrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 0
Square Footage: 1865
Property Type: Home
South of I-10 in popular Westview Estates. Big country kitchen with an island and Owner leaving "almost new" stainless refrigerator. Split bedroom plan, cathedral ceilings, double vanities in master bath, garden tub and a large walk-in closet. Really nice home and great floor plan. Easy show. Bring us an offer!!!!!

Features
# 1 Level Ranch # Central Electric A/C# Forced Air - Electric Hea
# 1-5 Years Old# 2 Car Garage Patio# Brick Face# w/w Carpet
# Residential# City Water# Septic System





Holley by the Sea

ResidentialStyle:Single StoryBedrooms:3"Good sized master suite!"Bathrooms:2Garage:2, DetachedSize:1,500 sq. ft."Open and bright!"Lot Type:RectangularLot Size:0.25 acres90ftx122ft"Corner Lot"Year Built:1999


Exceptional 3 bedroom all brick home on corner lot in Holley By The Sea. Wonderful kitchen with island, including tiled floors in kitchen, foyer, dining area, utility room. Bay window in dining area, fireplace, 14'x14' back patio, covered front porch, nicely landscape yard with 3 palm trees in front yard and a sprinker system on well & pump. Also you will be able to enjoy all the ammenities of Holley by the Sea. The recreation center and park offers a complete array of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Included on the 48 acre park is the recreation center which offers a weight room, aerobic, youth, tennis and swimming programs, sauna and steam room, locker facilities, 3 pools, 8 lighted clay tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball field, jogging trail, playground, picnic pavilions, 10 campsites, fishing pier, and beach house which can be rented out for parties or meetings. Seller is a licensed real estate agent. All information deemed to be correct but should be verified by buyer.

Fort Walton Beach,

Type:ResidentialStyle:Single Story"Contemporary"Bedrooms:3Bathrooms:2Garage:2, DetachedSize:1,803 sq. ft.Lot Type:RectangularLot Size:0.39 acresYear Built:1997


REDUCED!! THIS IS A MUST SEE!! Look no further! This beautiful home located just off of Old Bethel Rd is just minutes away from Crestview High School and more. One of the only stucco homes in the subdivision, this home looks just as good inside as it does out. Close to ½ acre lot, this yard is manicured, well cared for, and boasts lots of landscaping. Inside laminate floors adorn the floors in the living room and hall. Tile in the kitchen, breakfast area, master bedroom and baths. The laundry room is oversized and tiled. The breakfast area, just off of the kitchen is tiled with chair railing, and large pantry closet. Raised ceiling living room really makes this room stand out as well as the tiled fireplace. This home is a must see, you won’t be disappointed.

[ajs123]

I live in Crestview now, and while I'll agree that it is probably the most affordable, I don't like it. I am moving from here to go out west though and I like the mountains more than the beach. There is no culture or diversity in Crestview, no good places to eat, and no place to shop but Walmart. It is pretty much a highway town. If you don't have a particular job that you are going to in any of these towns, I would pick Pensacola. It has a lot more culture, things to do, good places to eat, shopping, and the beach. I'm not sure how much more expensive Pensacola is though. It would also be much harder to find a job in Crestview or surrounding area as well. Good luck.

[sunrico90]

wannabehappy,

What you think so far?