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1821 John Sims Parkway Niceville, FL 32578 |
(850) 678-5178 FAX 678-5232 realtor@carriagehills.com Rentals (850) 678-9448 |
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1821 John Sims Parkway Niceville, FL 32578 |
(850) 678-5178 FAX 678-5232 realtor@carriagehills.com Rentals (850) 678-9448 |
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In 1937, with a population of 90 people, the city was incorporated and named "Fort Walton" after a
fort established during the Seminole Wars. The name was later changed to "Fort Walton Beach" in
1953 to reflect the area's vacation potential and coastal location.
Today, Ft. Walton Beach is the geographical center of Florida's fabulous 100-mile "Miracle Strip" and stands out as a guide for other areas to follow in development, government and citizenry. Surrounded by the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the rivers and bayous of Choctawhatchee Bay, Ft. Walton Beach is the central point for every kind of activity to be found the in the Playground.
The Ft. Walton Beach community makes up more than 90 percent of Okaloosa County's 604,000 acres. Its metropolitan area includes the rapidly growing municipalities of Shalimar, Cinco Bayou, Mary Esther, and Navarre along with the unincorporated communities of Wright and Ocean City. Combined, the local area has a population of nearly 65,000 with a county total reaching near 115,000.
The economic condition of the area is excellent, with a high standard of living and a low cost of living. This is due, primarily, to the amount of money coming into the area from tourism and the economic influence that Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field have on the areas. The active and retired military, civil service, exchange and non-appropriated fund payrolls for the Eglin are total in excess of $450 million, and purchases by the military provide a ready market for area businesses.
Ft. Walton Beach has homes to suit any lifestyle. A vast variety of neighborhoods, from waterfront to country, are located nearby immediate areas. Best of all, no matter where you choose to reside, every home in the Playground is only minutes from the refreshing Gulf of Mexico.
Whether your objective is to work or play, Ft. Walton Beach will certainly satisfy your needs.
SHOPPING
Those visiting the area will find shopping a joy, with the downtown area of Ft. Walton offering a variety of boutiques, specialty shops, entertainment and unique restaurants.
One of Northwest Florida's largest malls is Santa Rosa Mall located in Mary Esther with over 124 stores and eateries, including a 3 screened movie theater. You can find a variety of boutiques and specialty shops at a variety of Squares and Plaza's throughout Okaloosa County.
NUMBERS AT A GLANCE
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Ft. Walton Beach City Hall
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Mary Esther City Hall
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Police
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Fire Department
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140 Hollywood Blvd. SW Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 664-6500 |
20 Hughes Street Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 244-5197 |
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1804 Lewis Turner Blvd., Suite 300 Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547 326-2497 or 800-664-3200 |
212 Hollywood Blvd. SE Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 664-3200 or 800-326-2497 |
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7 Wright Parkway Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 833-3333 |
301 Hughes Avenue Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 833-3355 |
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634 Eagle Street NE Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547 833-3570 |
720 Lovejoy Road Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 833-3345 |
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322 Holmes Blvd. NW Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 833-3295 |
201 Racetrack Road NW Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547 833-3613 |
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110 Racetrack Road NW Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547 833-3614 |
400 Hollywood Blvd. SW Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 833-3300 |
