Okaloosa County, Florida, located in the northwest region of the state, is centrally situated in what is appropriately called the Emerald Coast region. The Emerald Coast region of Florida extends from Pensacola to Panama City. The powdery sand and the turquoise water make Okaloosa County beaches some of the finest and most desirable in the state. The gentle rise and fall of the sand dunes and the hypnotic sway of the sea oats has a calming, serene effect. Add to this panorama the incredibly colorful sunsets and it is easy to understand why others have chosen to purchase real estate in this lovely gem called Okaloosa County.

The city of Crestview is the county seat and is located mid-county at the intersection of Highway 85 and US Hwy. 90. South of Crestview is Eglin Air Force Base, the largest military installation and air base in the world employing thousands of local military and civilian personnel. The Air Force Armament Museum, located just outside the main gates to the base, displays various aircraft and weaponry from four major war eras and admission is free.

The city of Fort Walton Beach is located on the intercoastal waterway and Chocktawhatchee Bay and is home to Gulfarium, a marine show aquarium boasting the Living Sea. Here spectators can view sharks, moray eels, sea turtles and dolphins in their natural habitat. Gulfarium also provides educational programs and summer camps for young people to increase their knowledge and understanding of the aquatic and marine life so much a part of Okaloosa County.

Just east of Fort Walton Beach is the charming coastal town of Destin. Nicknamed the ?World?s Luckiest Fishing Village?, Destin rightfully brags housing the most extensive fishing fleet in the state in Destin Harbor. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the charter fishing expeditions and tournaments, snorkeling and scuba diving, and delicious seafood. Certainly, Destin is a fisherman?s paradise.

Okaloosa County has a variety of real estate listings from which to choose and a New Homes Realty, Inc. agent will help you locate the real estate that best meets your needs. Whether you are looking for townhomes, condos, luxury homes, or investment properties, New Homes Realty, Inc. makes finding a new home in Okaloosa County easy and economical. In fact, most of our buyers report that they will never again buy real estate any other way. Your New Homes Realty, Inc. agent is here to help you.