Cotton Bay Estates Navarre in Navarre

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre
Homes for Sale in Navarre, FL

Community in Navarre · Santa Rosa County
28 homesBuilt 1997–1998
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Tempo
4.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Santa Rosa: 38% (348 of 929)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
75%
Owner-occupied · Cotton Bay Estates Navarre
21 of 28 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
25%
Non-owner-occupied · Cotton Bay Estates Navarre
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
28
Homes in the community
28 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · years of records
Est. 1997
Community established
homes built 1997-1998, median 1997 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre is a small, fully built enclave of 28 homes constructed in 1997 and 1998. With three-quarters of owners homesteaded, this is a hold-and-stay neighborhood where turnover is rare. The single active listing against that backdrop tells you most owners aren't in a hurry to leave.

The four-month supply puts the community in balanced territory—neither a bidding-war scramble nor a buyer's buffet. For sellers, that means realistic pricing and a normal timeline. For buyers, it means you'll need to move when the right house appears, but you won't be writing offers sight-unseen.

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 13, 2026

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre right now

🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Pensacola MLS records, as of July 13, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

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Updated July 13, 2026 · Live data: Pensacola MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

Best for

  • Buyers prioritizing Navarre location and beach access over new construction or clubhouse perks
  • Households comfortable evaluating and budgeting for the maintenance needs of late-Nineties construction
  • Buyers who value neighborhood stability and low turnover, and are patient enough to wait for rare inventory

Probably not for

  • Buyers expecting move-in-ready condition or turnkey systems without renovation or repair budgets
  • Anyone seeking community amenities—pool, fitness center, social events—as part of the package
  • Buyers who need multiple listings to compare at once; inventory here is typically one home at a time, if that

The market around Cotton Bay Estates Navarre

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

Across Santa Rosa County, 581 homes are active and 348 pending (38% under contract).

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Cotton Bay Estates Navarre specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre, Navarre

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 3 listings

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. 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.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre

Live MLS inventory for Cotton Bay Estates Navarre. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Cotton Bay Estates Navarre listings as of 2026-07-03, priced high to low. 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. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Pensacola MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Santa Rosa County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • West Navarre · Elementary
  • WOODLAWN BEACH · Middle
  • Soundside High School · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Cotton Bay Estates Navarre listings and can change; always confirm with Santa Rosa County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Cotton Bay Estates Navarre address.

If we were buying in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre.

Best Buy
Buyers seeking a no-frills, established Navarre address without HOA amenities or new-build premiums.
Biggest Risk
Homes built in the late Nineties mean aging systems and deferred maintenance are real variables; inspect thoroughly.
Sweet Spot
A buyer who values proximity to the beach over community amenities and is comfortable with the maintenance realities of a home approaching thirty years old.
Avoid If
You want resort-style amenities, new construction warranties, or a neighborhood with regular inventory to choose from.

What you're actually buying

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre consists of 28 single-family homes built within a single two-year window at the end of the Nineties. The median home offers 2,206 square feet of living space—a size that fits the era's four-bedroom, two-story footprint without veering into estate territory. This is tract construction from the late-Clinton era: vinyl siding, builder-grade interiors, two-car garages. Condition varies owner by owner; some have been updated, some are time capsules.

There are no community amenities—no pool, no clubhouse, no HOA amenity package. What you get is proximity to Navarre's beaches and a neighborhood where 75 percent of residents have declared homestead exemption, which typically signals long-term occupancy and local ties. Turnover is infrequent; with one home on the market out of 28, inventory moves in single digits.

The four-month supply reflects a balanced posture. Sellers aren't sitting on listings indefinitely, and buyers aren't lining up five deep. Pricing discipline matters here; overreach and a home will sit, underprice and it moves quickly. For buyers, the challenge is simply that opportunities are scarce—when something does surface, you need to be ready.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a neighborhood this small and this stable, access matters more than hype. Momentum's agents know when a Cotton Bay Estates listing is about to come to market, what condition and updates actually move the needle, and how to position an offer in a balanced environment where neither urgency nor complacency wins. We'll walk the property with you and tell you honestly whether the deferred maintenance or original mechanicals make it worth the price—or whether you should wait for the next one. And if you're selling, we'll price it to move without leaving money on the table, because in a 28-home enclave, your comp set is tight and your window is narrow.

Cotton Bay Estates Navarre in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking a no-frills, established Navarre address without HOA amenities or new-build premiums.
Biggest advantageHigh homestead share and low turnover signal stability; balanced supply gives both sides negotiating room.
Biggest riskHomes built in the late Nineties mean aging systems and deferred maintenance are real variables; inspect thoroughly.
Sweet spotA buyer who values proximity to the beach over community amenities and is comfortable with the maintenance realities of a home approaching thirty years old.
Avoid ifYou want resort-style amenities, new construction warranties, or a neighborhood with regular inventory to choose from.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Cotton Bay Estates Navarre sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Santa Rosa County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,148/mo
Santa Rosa County typical true cost to own
$204/mo
Santa Rosa County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Cotton Bay Estates Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Cotton Bay Estates is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $420,000, and homes go under contract in about 56 days.

6.0
Months supply
$420,000
Median list
$392,500
Median sold
$200
Per sqft
56
Days on mkt
1/0/2
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32566 ZIP is $420,674, about 15.4% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live 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. Refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cotton Bay Estates Navarre a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of July 13, 2026, Cotton Bay Estates Navarre is roughly balanced: 4.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Pensacola MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 28 homes in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre (public records).
What share of Cotton Bay Estates Navarre is owner-occupied?
75% of Cotton Bay Estates Navarre parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre built?
Homes in Cotton Bay Estates Navarre were built between 1997 and 1998, with a median year built of 1997 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Cotton Bay Estates Navarre?
The best agent for Cotton Bay Estates Navarre is one who actively works Navarre and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Cotton Bay Estates Navarre.
How do I find a top Navarre real estate agent who knows Cotton Bay Estates Navarre?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Cotton Bay Estates Navarre and the wider Navarre area.
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Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Cotton Bay Estates Navarre purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers prioritizing Navarre location and beach access over new construction or clubhouse perksExcellent fit
Households comfortable evaluating and budgeting for the maintenance needs of late-Nineties constructionExcellent fit
Buyers who value neighborhood stability and low turnover, and are patient enough to wait for rare inventoryExcellent fit
Buyers expecting move-in-ready condition or turnkey systems without renovation or repair budgetsProbably not
Anyone seeking community amenities—pool, fitness center, social events—as part of the packageProbably not
Buyers who need multiple listings to compare at once; inventory here is typically one home at a time, if thatProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsPensacola MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: July 3, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesPensacola MLS records, as of 2026-07-12

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Pensacola MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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