Monday Prep: Why Bluewater Bay Is the Hottest Neighborhood Right Now

The Data: Bluewater Bay vs. the Competition

• Bluewater Bay (Niceville): Median sale price $549,500 (July 2025), up 9.9% YoY, ~73 DOM.

• Niceville overall: Median sale ~$497K, down 18.5% YoY, ~69 DOM.

• Fort Walton Beach: Median sale ~$295K, down 18.7% YoY, ~53 DOM.

• Shalimar: Median sale ~$520K, up 23.1% YoY, ~66 DOM (small sample size).

Takeaway: Bluewater Bay is holding value and attracting buyers despite longer market times.