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Perdido Key

Pristine barrier island community with sugar-white beaches and emerald waters.

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The Perdido Key Market Right Now

Computed from recent closed sales in Perdido Key · Pensacola Association of REALTORS MLS (Bridge Interactive)

The median sold price in Perdido Key, Florida over the last 12 months was $548,995.

Homes in Perdido Key sold in a median of 77 days on market.

148 homes sold in Perdido Key in the last 12 months, at a median of $391 per square foot.

Median Sold Price

$549K

Median $/SqFt

$391

Homes Sold (12 mo)

148

Median Days on Market

77

Price per SqFt · 3-Year Trend

Q1 2024Q2 2024Q3 2024Q4 2024Q1 2025Q2 2025Q3 2025Q4 2025Q1 2026Q2 2026Q4 2026$0$150$300$450$600

Headline stats reflect closed sales over the last 12 months (2025-10-26–2026-10-26); the trend covers the last 3 years. Data is refreshed automatically on the standard data cycle, never hand-entered.

Based on 148 closed sales in the last 12 months. Figures are estimates derived from available MLS data for informational purposes only, are not guaranteed, and should not be relied upon as an appraisal or professional advice.

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MLS® Disclaimer

Listing data last updated: October 26, 2026 at 7:07 PM

Copyright 2026 by the Multiple Listing Service of the Pensacola Association of REALTORS. This information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Living in Perdido Key

Perdido Key is a barrier island on the far western edge of Escambia County, stretching toward the Alabama state line, known for uncrowded white-sand beaches and a quieter, more laid-back feel than the busier resort towns. Much of the surrounding area is protected within Gulf Islands National Seashore, which keeps large stretches of shoreline natural. This is primarily a coastal and second-home market, with housing weighted toward Gulf-front and sound-side condos, beach homes, and waterfront properties, many with strong vacation-rental potential given steady year-round tourism. Buyers tend to be second-home owners, retirees, and investors, and as with any coastal property, it's important to understand flood zones, wind and flood insurance, and short-term rental rules, which a Pelican agent can help you navigate.

Schools

Perdido Key is part of Escambia County and is largely residential and resort-oriented, so the area is zoned to Escambia County School District schools on the nearby mainland. Because the island itself has limited schools and assignments depend on the specific address, families relocating for schools should confirm current zoning and options directly with the district.

Getting Around

Perdido Key runs along Perdido Key Drive (State Road 292), which connects the island east toward Pensacola and west toward Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama. A car is essential. Everyday shopping and services are a short drive toward Pensacola, roughly 25 to 30 minutes to the city, while the island itself is oriented around the beach and waterfront living. Expect heavier seasonal traffic during peak beach months. Pensacola International Airport is about 30 miles northeast.

Local Favorites

The beaches are the centerpiece, including the pristine, undeveloped shoreline at Johnson Beach within Gulf Islands National Seashore and the recreation at Perdido Key State Park, where swimming, surfing, shelling, and kayaking are popular. The island's best-known landmark is the iconic Flora-Bama, the legendary beach bar straddling the Florida-Alabama line since 1964, and local favorites also include The Villagio shopping and dining area. Boating, fishing, golf, and easy access to both Pensacola and the Alabama beaches round out the lifestyle.

Key Features

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Common Questions About Perdido Key

Questions buyers actually ask us, answered straight.

What does it cost to insure a place on Perdido Key?

Windstorm and flood coverage on a barrier island is a category of its own and can rival the property taxes annually. Get quotes on the specific property during your inspection period rather than working from a rule of thumb.

If it is a condo, ask what the association master policy covers, where your responsibility starts, and what the named-storm deductible is on the master policy. That last number catches people out.

What should I check before buying a condo here?

Read the association documents as carefully as you read the listing. Ask for the reserve study, the last two years of meeting minutes, and any assessments levied or pending.

Gulf-front buildings take weather, and deferred maintenance eventually shows up as a special assessment. Ask when the roof, balconies, elevators and exterior were last addressed, and what the association's current reserve balance actually is.

Can I use it as a vacation rental?

Do not assume, and do not rely on what the listing says. Rules vary by property and by association and they change. If rental income is part of your math, verify the current rules for that exact unit before you are under contract, and ask for twelve months of real rental statements rather than a projection.

How close is it to Alabama, and does that matter?

It is genuinely convenient to Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, which is part of the appeal. Worth knowing that crossing the state line changes things like insurance markets and tax treatment, so if you are comparing a Perdido Key property against something in Alabama, compare the full carrying cost rather than just the purchase price. We can help you lay that out.

What is daily life like out here?

Everyday shopping and services are a drive toward Pensacola, roughly 25 to 30 minutes. The island itself is oriented around the beach and the water rather than errands.

That suits people who want quiet and frustrates people who want convenience. Spend a weekday here, not just a Saturday, before deciding which one you are.

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Pelican Realty & Co. serves home buyers and sellers across the Florida Gulf Coast, with a focus on the communities that make the Pensacola Bay area one of the most desirable places to live in the Southeast. From the historic streets and bayfront neighborhoods of Pensacola to the sugar-white shores of Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key, our agents help clients find the right home in the right setting — whether that’s a Gulf-front condo, a waterfront estate in Gulf Breeze, or a single-family home on a larger lot in Pace or Milton.

Our service area spans the Emerald Coast’s most sought-after communities, including Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Pace, Pensacola Beach, Milton, Perdido Key, Ferry Pass, Cantonment, and Bellview. Within each, we know the neighborhoods that define the local market — from East Hill and Cordova Park in Pensacola to Tiger Point and Oriole Beach in Gulf Breeze, the canopied streets of Bagdad in Milton, and the Gulf-front towers of Portofino on Pensacola Beach.

Whether you’re searching for a luxury waterfront home, a low-maintenance condo with rental potential, a new-construction single-family home, or acreage with room to grow, our team brings local expertise and a relationship-first approach to every transaction. Explore our community guides and active MLS listings to see what’s available in your corner of the Gulf Coast.

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