How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Stonechase, Pace
In Stonechase: Top Realtors & Agents, recent sales run a median of about $306,000 ($171/sq ft), typically closing in about 21 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Stonechase: Top Realtors & Agents agent from an average one.
Buying here? See Stonechase homes for sale and the Stonechase community guide (Pace).
Stonechase recorded 65 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $306,000, averaging 21 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers how to find the top realtors in Stonechase, what makes a great Stonechase real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Stonechase market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Stonechase neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
Top realtors in Stonechase: what “top Stonechase real estate agents” actually means
The best Stonechase agents share four things: local sales experience (they’ve actually closed deals here), pricing accuracy built on real comps, marketing that reaches the right buyers, and negotiation that protects your money. In Stonechase, homes sell in a median of about 21 days, a balanced pace where pricing and presentation both matter, and values have softened about 12% over the past year, so a disciplined pricing strategy is key.
That local nuance is why a Stonechase specialist beats a generalist: they know the streets, the HOAs, the school zones, and what buyers here will and won’t pay for. New to the process? Start with what a real estate agent actually does.
Recent market activity in Stonechase
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Stonechase (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-28):
Market read: Strong Seller's Market. Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Stonechase
Real homes recently closed in Stonechase — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 5933 Dunridge Dr | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,657 sqft · closed 2026-10-08 | $290,000 |
| 6502 Buckthorn Cir #Hs 24C | 4 bd / 2 ba · 1,732 sqft · closed 2026-10-06 | $290,990 |
| 6505 Buckthorn Cir #Lot 6J | 4 bd / 2 ba · 1,810 sqft · closed 2026-09-25 | $295,990 |
| 5984 Serrate St #Lot 5I | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,891 sqft · closed 2026-09-23 | $324,490 |
| 6077 Stonechase Blvd | 4 bd / 3 ba · 2,472 sqft · closed 2026-09-18 | $425,000 |
| 6497 Buckthorn Cir #Hs 8J | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,569 sqft · closed 2026-09-18 | $273,990 |
Copyright© 2026 by the Multiple Listing Service of the Pensacola Association of REALTORS® This information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Subject to verification by all parties. This data is copyrighted and may not be transmitted, retransmitted, copied, framed, repurposed, or altered in any way for any other site, individual and/or purpose without the express written permission of the Multiple Listing Service of the Pensacola Association of REALTORS®. Florida recognizes single and transaction agency relationships. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. Any use of search facilities of data on this site, other than by a consumer looking to purchase real estate, is prohibited. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
How Stonechase compares to its neighbors
Pricing a home means knowing the alternatives buyers are weighing. The five nearest tracked communities, side by side:
| Community | Median | $/sq ft | DOM | Momentum Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonechase | $306,000 | $171 | 21 d | 92 |
| Robinson Estates | $522,000 | $170 | 115 d | 50 |
| Ashley Plantation | $590,000 | $173 | 3 d | 64 |
| Buffalo Ridge | $800,000 | $281 | 98 d | 41 |
| Saddlebrook Estates | $381,000 | $214 | 86 d | 49 |
| Chase Farms | $361,000 | $184 | – | 50 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-28.
What is on the market in Stonechase right now
From the live MLS feed as of 2026-10-29: 10 active listings (plus 16 pending) asking from $278,740 to $605,000, median $349,990; 1 of 10 have been on the market over 60 days (median 5 days so far); the homes listed or recently sold were built between 2010 and 2026 (median 2026), 31 of them new construction; 38 of 38 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $33/mo; none of the 38 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sits in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 112 ft). For a seller this is the competition a buyer will tour alongside your home; for a buyer, the stale share is where negotiating room usually is. See the current Stonechase listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Santa Rosa County has held roughly flat over the past year (-3%). About 27% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. Stonechase itself has appreciated about 33% over the period Momentum’s MLS data tracks — a community-level trend, not the county average. A strong local agent will reconcile these numbers with what is happening on your exact street before recommending a price.
What it costs to own in Stonechase
On a median-priced Stonechase home ($306,000), property taxes at Santa Rosa County’s typical millage of 12.8061 run roughly $3,278 a year with the homestead exemption applied — before any CDD or special-district charges, which vary by community.
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Santa Rosa County is about $2,444 a year (April 2026 filings); private-market quotes differ, and a good agent will tell you which carriers are actually writing here.
Run the real numbers before you commit: what selling nets you, whether your Save Our Homes benefit moves with you, and rent vs buy in Santa Rosa County.
At Stonechase’s $306,000 median and Santa Rosa County’s adopted 12.81 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $3,920 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $3,410 with the full Florida homestead exemption — a buyer’s first-year figure; a long-time owner’s Save Our Homes cap can be far lower, which is one reason resale taxes jump at closing. Municipal and special-district millage varies inside the county; see the Santa Rosa County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Santa Rosa County sits near $1,975 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 2.4% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 6.76% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 3.94x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in Stonechase, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Santa Rosa County, and what they earn
The county gained a net 3,756 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $80,188 in income versus $66,631 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn more than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are TX, AL, VA. Median household income in Santa Rosa County has grown about 34% since 2018 ($88,968 now). Population is up about 14% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in Stonechase is actually pointing, not just where prices have been.
Sources: IRS SOI county-to-county migration; U.S. Census income and population estimates. County-level data for context; community demand varies within the county.
School context you can verify: the Santa Rosa County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2017. Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district.
Roads, retail, schools and new construction change what homes in Stonechase, Pace are worth. Ask any agent you interview about the projects below — how they answer tells you whether they actually work this area. Last updated November 2026.
The Escambia County Planning Board was set to hear rezoning and land-use changes on October 6 for the former Navy Outlying Landing Field 8 next to the Navy Federal Credit Union campus. The roughly 540-acre plan includes 1,000 to 1,500 housing units, 23 acres for health-related facilities along Nine Mile Road, retail and restaurants, and an Employment, Technology and Innovation district. County staff found the changes consistent with the comprehensive plan, and FDOT expects no added trip generation.
Why it matters The plan would add housing, commercial space and employer land in the Beulah area near Nine Mile Road, which could change local retail access, commute patterns and housing supply. The site is about 11 miles southwest of Stonechase.
Source: Rick's Blog ›The September 22 Santa Rosa County commission agenda included an $826,544 contract with Griffin Traffic Signals for a traffic light at State Road 87 and Ray Helms Road, the truck route to Milton Interchange Park, plus resurfacing and sidewalk work. A separate $106,480 contract would replace signs at the park, now called the I-10 Coastal Commerce Center. The article is a preview of the meeting.
Why it matters A signal and resurfacing on SR 87 would affect truck and commuter traffic flow near the I-10 industrial park in Milton. The project is about 13 miles east of Stonechase, elsewhere in Santa Rosa County.
Source: Navarre Press ›Goldring Gulf Distributing filed plans to add 76,400 square feet to its existing 192,000 square foot beverage distribution facility in the Santa Rosa County Industrial Park in East Milton. The expansion would grow the company's footprint in Northwest Florida.
Why it matters Enlarges an established industrial and distribution operation within the Santa Rosa County Industrial Park and expands the county's industrial base. The project is about 13 miles east of Stonechase, elsewhere in Santa Rosa County.
Source: Navarre Press ›Plans for a Circle K convenience store with a gas canopy were submitted to Santa Rosa County in May 2026 for a site at 8510 Navarre Parkway. The proposal is under review by county development services.
Why it matters Adds a fuel and convenience retail option along the Navarre Parkway commercial corridor and expands roadside services in the local market. The project is about 25 miles southeast of Stonechase, elsewhere in Santa Rosa County.
Source: Navarre Press ›Full Stonechase, Pace news timeline & guide ›
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown; details and timelines can change. General observation, not investment advice.
10 for sale · 17 pending — the inventory any agent you interview should already know street by street.
See every 2 listing, with full data ›
Copyright© 2026 by the Multiple Listing Service of the Pensacola Association of REALTORS® This information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Subject to verification by all parties. This data is copyrighted and may not be transmitted, retransmitted, copied, framed, repurposed, or altered in any way for any other site, individual and/or purpose without the express written permission of the Multiple Listing Service of the Pensacola Association of REALTORS®. Florida recognizes single and transaction agency relationships. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. Any use of search facilities of data on this site, other than by a consumer looking to purchase real estate, is prohibited. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings shown as of 2026-11-07; prices and availability change.
If you’re buying in Stonechase
Come pre-approved, not pre-qualified, and be ready to move within days of a new listing. In a market like Stonechase’s, your agent’s job is speed and terms: escalation strategy, appraisal-gap planning, and knowing which contingencies you can safely keep. Ask any agent you interview how their last three Stonechase buyers won.
If you’re selling in Stonechase
You have leverage, but overpricing still kills momentum — homes that sit past the median days on market start fielding lowball offers. Price at the data, prep properly, and make buyers compete in week one. Your listing agent’s first-week marketing plan matters more than their commission number.
Questions to ask before you hire a Stonechase agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Stonechase in the last year — the community recorded 65?
- How would you price my home against the $171 per square foot Stonechase closings have averaged?
- Homes here have been taking about 21 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- With about 2 months of supply in Stonechase, is this a market where you would advise me to negotiate or hold firm?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in Stonechase
Two homes a mile apart can sell on completely different terms. A Stonechase expert prices to the micro-market, knows which upgrades buyers reward, and has the relationships to get deals done.
Top listing agents vs. buyer’s agents in Stonechase
If you’re selling in Stonechase, a top listing agent’s pricing, staging, and marketing are what win top dollar — the same skills behind a strong home sale. If you’re buying, a sharp buyer’s agent protects you in negotiation and inspections. The best Stonechase Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Momentum’s record in Stonechase
Momentum Realty lists and sells homes across Florida and Georgia. Counting both sides of the table, Momentum agents closed 3 transactions in Pace in the 12 months to August 2026: 3 as the listing brokerage, 0 representing the buyer; median sale $286,000 (brokerage closed records; full sales record).
Momentum agents who work Pace
- Tammy Baranowski at Jax Listing Sisters6 years · Clay County, Florida
Service areas are self-reported by each agent; see the agent’s page for current listings and recent closings. All Momentum agents.
Meet your local expert
Brittany co-founded Momentum Realty, a RealTrends 500 brokerage (ranked #440 in the U.S.) with 320+ agents and $3.5B+ in closed sales across Florida. Tell her what you’re looking for and she’ll connect you with the right local Momentum specialist — and make sure you’re taken care of from first call to closing.
“I have now worked with Brittany and the Brooks Group / Momentum Realty to both buy and sell a property over the past 3 years. I had an outstanding experience.” — A. Lloyd, Zillow
Related Stonechase resources
- Homes for sale & Stonechase neighborhood guide
- Santa Rosa County real estate market
- Sell your Stonechase home with a local expert
- Santa Rosa County homestead exemption
Common questions
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Stonechase, as of 2026-10-28, and will change over time. This is general guidance on how to choose an agent, not a ranking or endorsement of any individual. Equal Housing Opportunity.