Southernaire
Homes for Sale in Crestview, FL
All 423 homes for sale in Crestview, FL · median $329,000 · 166 homes for sale in 32536 · Okaloosa County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Photo via Emerald Coast MLS
As of September 2026, the MLS records 10 closed sales in Southernaire in Crestview, FL since 2001, the most recent in July 2026. Across Crestview as a whole, 571 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $321,973, 71 median days on market, with 184 homes for sale today. At that median and Okaloosa County's FY2025-26 rate of 12.89 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,150 ($3,640 with the full homestead exemption).
| Location | Crestview, Okaloosa County, FL · ZIP 32536, 32539 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 71 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1940–2024 (median 1984) |
| Typical living area | 1,357 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 51% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “SOUTHERNAIRE key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/southernaire, data as of September 20, 2026.
Price here is driven by condition and by which era of the housing stock you are buying. Southernaire spans homes built from 1940 through 2024, with a median build year of 1984, so what sits on the market ranges from prewar and midcentury cottages to recent construction. With a median living area around 1,357 square feet, this is a compact-home pocket, and the spread in price reflects renovation status far more than any single price tier.
For buyers, that mix rewards patience and a clear-eyed inspection: an older, un-updated house and a newer build can look similar in a search filter but underwrite very differently. For sellers, condition is the lever you actually control here. A homestead share of about 51% means this is a roughly even split between owner-occupied and non-owner-held property, so pricing off a genuine comp — matched by age and condition — matters more than leaning on the median alone.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside SOUTHERNAIRE 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.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Southernaire is a small, established pocket of Crestview in Okaloosa County — 71 homes spanning eight decades of construction, weighted toward smaller floor plans and defined more by individual home condition than by any shared amenity package.
Emerald Coast MLS sales records identify 9 homes in SOUTHERNAIRE that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1963 and 2005 (median 1969), with a median living area of about 1,302 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 67% are single-family homes. Source: Emerald Coast MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 3 qualified sales in SOUTHERNAIRE across 2024–2025 (1 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $166,400 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Southernaire is best for.
Best for
- Buyers seeking a compact, efficient floor plan around the community's median size
- Renovation-minded buyers willing to underwrite an older home and add value through updates
- Buyers prioritizing an established Crestview location over shared amenities
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a pool, gate, or shared community facilities
- Buyers needing large square footage as a baseline requirement
- Buyers who want uniform, new-construction consistency across the street
The market around Southernaire
Southernaire is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32536, 257 homes are on the market and 32% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Crestview.
Across Okaloosa County, 1,890 homes are active and 551 pending (23% under contract).
In ZIP 32536 (Crestview), 425 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $322K, up 3.9% year over year, with a median 73 days on market. Right now 122 active and 57 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32536 housing market and the Okaloosa County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Southernaire specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Recent Developments in Southernaire
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Southernaire, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- June 2026Civic
DeSantis signs state budget with funding for Okaloosa County projects
Governor DeSantis signed the state budget that included roughly $15 million for 20 Okaloosa County projects, among them $5 million for the Northwest Florida State College Workforce Innovation Center in Niceville, $1.5 million for Shalimar Bridge Park, and $3 million for Destin road and drainage work. About $7.26 million in other local requests were vetoed.
What it may mean for the marketDirects state funding toward workforce, park, road, and drainage infrastructure across Okaloosa County, supporting public facilities and capacity in Niceville, Shalimar, and Destin. The site is about 18 miles south of Southernaire.
Source: Get The Coast - May 2026Development
Okaloosa commissioners approve master plan for 392-lot River Park subdivision in Crestview
Okaloosa County commissioners unanimously approved the master plan for River Park, a 392 lot single family subdivision on 263 acres east of Main Drive and north of Airport Road in Crestview. The project by River Park Landing LLC will be built in three phases, with each phase requiring a separate development order approval.
What it may mean for the marketAdds substantial single family housing supply to the Crestview market and phases new residential construction onto a large tract in north Okaloosa County. The site is about 2 miles east of Southernaire.
Source: Get The Coast - May 2026Infrastructure
Okaloosa County opens $212M Southwest Crestview Bypass
Okaloosa County opened the $212 million Southwest Crestview Bypass, a 3.5 mile four lane corridor connecting Antioch Road to State Road 85 with access from U.S. Highway 90. The project includes a 1,713 foot bridge, sidewalks, a multi use path, and direct access to the new Pineview K-8 school opening in August 2026.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a major four lane traffic corridor serving southwest Crestview and expands regional road capacity for surrounding growth in north Okaloosa County. The site is about 4 miles south of Southernaire.
Source: Get The Coast
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 Southernaire buying strategy.
If we were buying in Southernaire today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Southernaire.
A condition-driven pocket, not a master-plan
The defining fact of Southernaire is its range. Homes date from 1940 to 2024, and the median build year of 1984 tells you the middle of the inventory is mature. That variety is the story: you can find original older construction next to something recent, and the value gap between them is almost entirely about updates, systems, and upkeep rather than location within the community.
There are no community amenities identified from current MLS listings — no pool, gate, or shared facilities to price in. That keeps carrying costs simpler and puts the weight of any purchase decision on the individual house. With a median around 1,357 square feet, expect efficient footprints; buyers wanting large square footage will need to shop selectively across the wide build-year range.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Southernaire. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this varied, the median tells you very little about the specific house in front of you. We underwrite each property against genuinely comparable homes — matched by age, size, and condition — so you are not overpaying for a dated house or underpricing a renovated one. That comp discipline is where we earn our keep in a pocket like Southernaire.
Southernaire in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- 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.
Tools for a Southernaire buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Southernaire sales matched to your home.
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Southernaire, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
What is your Southernaire home worth?
Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Southernaire, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.
See all homes for sale in Crestview →
Frequently Asked Questions
How many homes are in Southernaire?
What share of Southernaire is owner-occupied?
When were the homes in Southernaire built?
Who is the best real estate agent for Southernaire?
How do I find a top Crestview real estate agent who knows Southernaire?
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Southernaire?
Where is Southernaire, and what county is it in?
Should you buy in Southernaire?
An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.
Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 30, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32536/32539)) |
| Under-contract shares | Emerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2001 (10 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 Emerald Coast 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.
Own a home here?
You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.
The numbers on this page move markets in the aggregate. The number that matters to you is what a buyer pays for your address. Momentum sells for 1.25% above the Emerald Coast MLS member average and 8 days faster, and we’ll price yours against live local comps.
Looking to buy here? Search homes for sale →
What’s your home worth in your area?
A real valuation with real comps from a local listing agent, not an instant algorithm. Response within one business day.
See how SOUTHERNAIRE fits the bigger picture — live prices, inventory, and Momentum Scores:
Nearby Communities
Explore more neighborhoods near Southernaire with Momentum Realty’s local guides.