Eglin AFB, FL - Nearby Cities

Pensacola, FL
Pensacola has a population of 53,000 people and is the westernmost city in the Florida Panhandle. The city is a seaport which connects to the Gulf of Mexico and is home to Blue Angels flight demonstration team and the National Museum of Naval Aviation. The city is prone to hurricanes and has seen a major storm at least once or twice every 10 years. Pensacola is located about 81 miles from the Eglin Air Force Base but offers a thriving seaside community for residents.

Homes for sale in the area start at $143,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $579 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as New World Inn and the Days Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free high-speed internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $129 a night.

Local attractions include many outdoor activities for recreational enthusiasts. Canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and charter fishing are just a few of the many activities to be found in Pensacola and the surrounding areas. With incredible state parks for camping and picnicking and sea access for any kind of water sport you can imagine, the Pensacola area is a visitor's dream for interactive, scenic adventures.

Niceville, FL
Niceville had its name changed from "Boggy Bayou" to its current one to attract more tourists. The population of the town is 12,000 people and is home to the annual Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival. The town is located just 41 miles from the Eglin Air Force Base and offers visitors a more moderate-sized community in which to raise a family. The town is a prime location for those looking to live a little further from the base but still have a relatively easy commute.

Homes for sale in the area start at $240,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $575 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as the Regency Inn and the Holiday Inn Express offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free high-speed internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $113 a night.

Local attractions include the Air Force Armament Museum which offers over 1,000 artifacts and memorabilia on display, including an SR-71 Blackbird, which is a supersonic spy plane. There is also a theater, a picnic area, and other outdoor aircraft to tour. The Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park is also nearby and offers kayaking, canoeing, wildlife tours, and picnic areas. Fishing and swimming are also available in the park area.

Valparaiso, FL
Valparaiso is a city of 6,400 people and is named after a city in Chile. The median income in the city is $46,000 and the city is part of the Fort Walton Beach-Crestview-Destin Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town offers a quieter atmosphere for those looking to live outside the big city but still have a quiet community within driving distance of major entertainment venues. The Eglin Air Force Base is located just 43 miles from the city making it a prime location for those military personnel looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $236,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $530 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as the Hilltop Motel and the Budget Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free high-speed internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $56 a night.

Local attractions include the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is an historic museum that is the oldest building and first home of the local bank. The Community College is now located in the building as well. Many beaches are available for volleyball and swimming. The Silver Beach Wayside Park offers aquamarine waters and white sandy beaches. The draw of the Florida area is evident by the water sports and sightseeing vendors that surround the Valparaiso area.

Wright, FL
Wright is a city of 22,000 people and is located in Okaloosa County, Florida. It is a moderate-sized community that offers residents a thriving environment while offering local beach access and metropolitan entertainment venues. The city is located 45 miles from the Elgin Air Force Base and offers those working at the base a moderate commute to work while maintaining the small-town feel for new residents.

Homes for sale in the area start at $169,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $795 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as the Super 8 and the Emerald Coast Inn and Suites offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free high-speed internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $56 a night.

Local attractions include the Gulfarium Marine Show Aquarium which offers dolphin, sea others, and other aquatic mammal shows daily. Penguins are also on display and visitors are offered a chance to get up close and personal with the animals. The Aquarium has many exotic fish as well as coral and varied options for setting up your own personal aquarium at home. All creatures that live under the sea can be found in this complex of wild animal displays and shows.

Freeport, FL
Freeport is a small town in Walton County, Florida, with a current population of 1,400 people. The quiet community is located just 25 miles from the Elgin Air Force Base and offers families looking for a laid-back, relaxed environment to settle in and raise their children. Only a short drive to many beaches and larger metropolitan areas full of entertainment venues, the town offers an oasis of peace amongst the jumble of the big cities nearby.

Homes for sale in the area start at $134,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $675 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels such as Comfort Inn and the Best Western Crossroads offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free high-speed internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $63 a night.

Local attractions include boating and fishing options at nearby beaches. Emerald waters invite visitors to partake in water sports such as canoeing, kayaking, and wildlife sightseeing. Nearby cities offer many dining, shopping, and entertainment venues to please any taste. The Wesley Mansion at Eden State Gardens is an historic mansion filled with the largest collection of original Louis XVI antiques in the region. Daily tours are offered.