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Built fromLive Pensacola MLS data2 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

Over the 12 months ending 2026-07-13, 9 recorded sales closed at a median of $324,755, $189 per square foot, a median 328 days on market, sellers accepting 100% of original asking (-4% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 2024–2024; 4 of 4 report an HOA (median $33/mo); none of the 4 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 23 ft).

Live · Emerald Heights Housing Pulse Pensacola MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$325K ▼
Median sold · 12 mo
down 3.6% vs the prior 12 months
-3.6% ▼
1-yr price change
n = 9 and 26 sales in the two windows
$189/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $189 in 2026
100.0%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
328days
Median DOM · closed
94 days at the 2024 low
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
9
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 13 a year
Track record · 2 years of records
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 3 in 2025
1,717sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Emerald Heights is a condition-driven market. With a median around $324,755 and roughly $189 per square foot, what a home actually fetches here comes down to updates and finish level far more than any neighborhood premium. Treat the median as a midpoint, not a ceiling or a floor — the spread in this kind of market can be wide, and a dated home and a renovated one on the same street will not trade at the same number.

The posture right now favors patience. Days on market sit at roughly 328 — closer to a year than a month — and prices are off about 3.6% year over year. With no active listings in the current snapshot and only 9 closings in the window, this is a thin, slow-moving market. Sellers need to price to the buyer, not to last year; buyers who show up have real negotiating room and little competition.

Emerald Heights Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 13, 2026

Emerald Heights right now

🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($325K) is down 3.6% from the prior 12 months ($337K). With about a dozen sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Pensacola MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 13. Confidence: Medium (9 and 26 sales in the two windows).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

By , Co-Founder, Momentum Realty · Updated October 18, 2026 · Live data: Pensacola MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Emerald Heights right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

3370 Pitcher Plant Cir
$430K · 0.5 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,298 sqft
3370 Pitcher Plant Cir
Listed by LPT Realty
3301 Pitcher Plant Cir
$415K · 0.5 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,582 sqft
3301 Pitcher Plant Cir
Listed by Levin Rinke Realty
2028 Peregrine Ct
$339K · 0.9 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,953 sqft
2028 Peregrine Ct
Listed by Century 21 BE3
12248 Ailanthus Dr
$216K · 1.1 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,100 sqft
12248 Ailanthus Dr
Listed by Bastion Realty LLC
12325 Ailanthus Dr
$160K · 1.1 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,680 sqft
12325 Ailanthus Dr
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST
12253 Ailanthus Ct
$196K · 1.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft
12253 Ailanthus Ct
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY GULF COAST

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Emerald Heights market snapshot (as of July 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $325K ($189 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 328 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 4% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Pensacola MLS closed sales (9 closings in the current window).

Emerald Heights is a small, slow-turning pocket of Pensacola where a soft price trend and long marketing times give committed buyers time to be selective. No amenity infrastructure turned up in current listings, so value here rests on the homes themselves and the location.

Quick Match

Who Emerald Heights is best for.

Best for

  • Buyers with a mid-$300s budget who want time to negotiate rather than compete
  • Long-hold buyers who can absorb slow resale and a soft price trend
  • Renovation-minded buyers willing to trade condition work for a better entry price

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need to resell quickly and count on fast turnover
  • Buyers who want shared amenities, since none were identified in current listings
  • Buyers expecting near-term price gains rather than a patient, condition-driven purchase

Windows contain 3 to 26 sales each (9 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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.

Every sale since 2024 · price vs size
$0$100K$200K$300K2k2k2k
38 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.

Emerald Heights Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Emerald Heights is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

n/a
Months supply
n/a
Median list
$324,900
Median sold
$209
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
0/0/4
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32506 ZIP is $243,445, about 17.9% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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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.

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Emerald Heights on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Pensacola MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Recent Developments in Emerald Heights

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Emerald Heights, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.

Dev Momentum72/100 · High
  1. October 2026
    Schools

    Escambia schools plan to close Lincoln Park Elementary and redraw attendance zones

    Escambia County Public Schools plans to close Lincoln Park Elementary because enrollment is below 300, with state data showing 202 students for 2025-26. A zoning advisory committee was asked to redraw boundaries, with Brentwood Elementary (397 students) and Ensley Elementary (465 students) named as likely receiving schools. The article is an opinion piece that reports these district figures.

    What it may mean for the marketAttendance zone changes could alter school assignments, bus routes and daily travel for households around the affected Pensacola-area campuses. The site is about 3 miles northwest of Emerald Heights.

    Source: Rick's Blog
  2. October 2026
    Parks & Amenities

    Pensacola opens public vote on Fricker Center playground design

    Public voting on the new playground design for the Fricker Resource Center in Pensacola runs October 2 through October 23, 2026. The playground is part of a $9.5 million Fricker Resource Center renovation funded by 2023 grant money and some Local Option Sales Tax funds. The renovated center is scheduled to reopen in summer 2027.

    What it may mean for the marketA renovated community center and new playground would add recreation amenities for nearby Pensacola residents when it reopens in 2027. The site is about 1 mile southeast of Emerald Heights.

    Source: Rick's Blog
  3. October 2026
    Development

    Escambia Planning Board to hear rezoning for 540-acre Outlying Fields site in Beulah

    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.

    What it may mean for the marketThe 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 9 miles northwest of Emerald Heights.

    Source: Rick's Blog
  4. September 2026
    Infrastructure

    Pensacola mayor says new airport terminal construction starts next week

    At a September 17 briefing, Mayor D.C. Reeves said the notice to proceed for the new terminal at Pensacola International Airport would be issued the following week, with site preparation starting shortly after. He described it as a nine-figure investment. A separate 600-space parking expansion still needs construction funding.

    What it may mean for the marketTerminal construction signals added air-travel capacity at the airport and construction activity near the airport corridor. The site is about 3 miles northeast of Emerald Heights.

    Source: Rick's Blog
  5. July 2026
    Civic

    Innisfree breaks ground on Hive Arts Academy in Pensacola

    Innisfree broke ground on the Hive Arts Academy, a community arts facility with more than 6,000 square feet of covered space on the 1200 block of North Davis Highway at Lloyd Street in Pensacola. The academy is scheduled to open in summer 2027.

    What it may mean for the marketAdds a community arts and education facility to the North Davis Highway area of Pensacola and puts a parcel into active civic use. The site is less than a mile northeast of Emerald Heights.

    Source: PR Newswire

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Emerald Heights buying strategy.

If we were buying in Emerald Heights 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 Emerald Heights.

The Quick Decision
Best Buy
Buyers who value negotiating room and aren't racing a clock.
Biggest Risk
Long days on market mean slow resale if you need to exit quickly.
Sweet Spot
A well-conditioned home bought below the median after patient negotiation.
Avoid If
You need quick liquidity or a fast, competitive purchase.
The Deep Dive

A thin, patient market

The headline story is liquidity, or the lack of it. A median near 328 days on market means homes here sit — sometimes for the better part of a year — before they close. Pair that with just 9 closings in the measured window and zero active listings in the snapshot, and you get a market that trades in fits and starts rather than a steady flow. That cuts both ways: sellers must plan for a long runway, and buyers may wait for the right home to surface rather than choosing from a deep shelf.

Price is soft but not collapsing. Down roughly 3.6% year over year, the trend rewards buyers who negotiate and penalizes sellers who anchor to yesterday's expectations. Because we have only the median to work from, the honest read is qualitative: condition and finish drive where an individual home lands relative to that mid-$300s midpoint. No community amenities were identified from current MLS listings, so don't underwrite for shared facilities that aren't there.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Emerald Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
Why Momentum

Why work with Momentum here

In a thin market with long days on market and few comparable closings, pricing and timing are everything, and the raw median tells only part of the story. We read condition against the median, build a realistic marketing timeline for sellers, and help buyers use the slow pace and negotiating room to their advantage rather than overpaying out of urgency.

The 15-Second Verdict

Emerald Heights in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who value negotiating room and aren't racing a clock.
Biggest advantageSoft prices and no competing active listings give buyers real leverage.
Biggest riskLong days on market mean slow resale if you need to exit quickly.
Sweet spotA well-conditioned home bought below the median after patient negotiation.
Avoid ifYou need quick liquidity or a fast, competitive purchase.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Emerald Heights homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Emerald Heights.
In short
  • HOA dues reported around $396/year (about $33/month) · median of 140 MLS listings, most billed annually
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $396 a year ($33 a month) — the median AssociationFee across 140 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed annually. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.

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

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Emerald Heights buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxEscambia - Fl County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Emerald Heights.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.
The takeaway

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

Selling in Emerald Heights

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
Emerald Heights key facts
LocationPensacola, Escambia - Fl County, FL
Sale prices, last 12 months$324,755 median across 9 closed sales · $189 per sq ft · -3.6% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)328 median
For sale right now0 active, 0 pending

Data as of July 13, 2026. 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. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Emerald Heights key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/emerald-heights, data as of July 13, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in Emerald Heights, Pensacola

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
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-10-10)

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Emerald Heights?
The median sale price in Emerald Heights was $325K over the 12 months ending July 13, 2026 (9 closed sales, Pensacola MLS).
How long do homes in Emerald Heights take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending July 13, 2026 took a median 328 days on market (9 sales, Pensacola MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Emerald Heights?
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Where is Emerald Heights, and what county is it in?
Emerald Heights is in Pensacola, Escambia - Fl County, FL.
The Verdict

Should you buy in Emerald Heights?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers with a mid-$300s budget who want time to negotiate rather than competeExcellent fit
Long-hold buyers who can absorb slow resale and a soft price trendExcellent fit
Renovation-minded buyers willing to trade condition work for a better entry priceExcellent fit
Buyers who need to resell quickly and count on fast turnoverProbably not
Buyers who want shared amenities, since none were identified in current listingsProbably not
Buyers expecting near-term price gains rather than a patient, condition-driven purchaseProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsPensacola MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 17, 2026)
Community market statsPensacola MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 13, 2026
Under-contract sharesPensacola MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2024 (38 transactions analyzed)

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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