Military PCS to Navarre, Florida: Housing Tips for Relocating Families

Navarre is a popular destination for military families thanks to its location and livability. Many buyers PCS from out of state and buy with limited in-person availability.

Here are 3 housing tips for relocating families when you’re PCSing to Navarre Florida.

Why Military Families Choose Navarre

• Commute-friendly location- Navarre is a very easy commute to Hurlburt Field and NAS Pensacola. We have many military families that even commute to Eglin AFB!

• Family-oriented neighborhoods – you will be amongst locals and other military families

• Long-term resale stability – because we have so many PCSing in and out, and then folks coming back to retire here we have a long standing history of resalability.

Buying Sight Unseen

Virtual tours, local representation, and strong communication are key to a smooth PCS purchase. When you’re buying a home without being able to be there in person, a lot of stress and worry can come up. However, if you hire an agent who has not only been in your shoes, but also takes the time to video not only the inside of the property, but the outside and the neighborhood too, you’ll feel less stress knowing there will be little to no surprised on move in day.

Budget & BAH Planning

Understanding true monthly costs ensures a comfortable transition. Each base has different BAH rates, housing markets and even utility costs can vary nationwide. Ask your Real Estate Professional for a cost sheet so that you can have actual numbers of what your mortgage will look like. They should also be able to give you an estimate of utility costs and even help guide you to the right resources for things like gym memberships, kids sports and more.

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Timing Your Purchase

PCS timelines can be tight—having a clear plan makes all the difference. In my opinion you can never be too early, so if you know you’re getting orders to Hurlburt Field, Eglin AFB, Duke Field, NAS Pensacola, STA Destin or any of the other awesome installations on the Emerald Coast start doing your interviews for your Real Estate Agent! Let them know when your RNLT date is and we can work backward from there in order to get a good timeline to go off of. If you need to sell your current house, no worries, we can align everything for a smooth transition!

Final Thoughts

Military moves are complex. Local guidance with the right professional simplifies everything.