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Pensacola–Ferry Pass–Brent

Q2 2026
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Pensacola–Ferry Pass–Brent held relatively firm in Q1 2026, with military demand from NAS Pensacola anchoring occupancy and rents declining modestly in line with the statewide −3% trend.

Historical Trends — 9 Quarters

Average asking rent ($/mo) and vacancy rate (%) — Q2 2024 through Q2 2026

Q2 2024Q3 2024Q4 2024Q1 2025Q2 2025Q3 2025Q4 2025Q1 2026Q2 2026$1,285$1,360$1,435$1,5800%4%8%15%
  • Vacancy %
  • Avg Rent

* Figures are modeled estimates based on Florida Realtors, Apartment List, RealPage, and Zillow ZORI data. Q2 2026 reflects preliminary estimates. For research and informational purposes only.

Pensacola–Ferry Pass–Brent — Q1 2026 Rental Market Report

The Pensacola MSA (Escambia and Santa Rosa counties) benefits from a significant military presence anchored by Naval Air Station Pensacola — the home of Naval Aviation training — along with growing healthcare, logistics, and professional services sectors. In Q1 2026, the market is gently softening consistent with statewide trends, though the military demand floor provides meaningful stability.


Key Metrics — Q1 2026

  • Average monthly rent (estimated): ~$1,200–$1,500
  • Year-over-year rent change: Approximately −2% to −3%
  • Florida statewide change: −3.0% (Apartment List, March 2026)


Market Conditions

Pensacola's rental market is structurally supported by BAH-eligible military renters, which creates a relatively stable, predictable tenant pool. Suburban growth in Pace and Gulf Breeze (Santa Rosa County) is attracting families and retirees. New apartment supply has been moderate. Gulf-front and waterfront properties remain desirable but carry elevated insurance costs. The market is more stable than major metro counterparts.


Outlook for Landlords

Pensacola is expected to maintain stable occupancy through 2026 due to military demand and continued Panhandle in-migration. Landlords serving military tenants should remain familiar with BAH rates and SCRA provisions. Insurance cost management is the primary operating challenge in this coastal market.

Sources: Florida Realtors (April 2026), Apartment List (March 2026), Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse, Florida Landlord Network analysis.

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