Pace Apartment Complexes — Pros & Cons From Real Resident Reviews
3 communities reviewed · Updated Jul 2026
Pace is a fast-growing unincorporated suburb of Milton in Santa Rosa County, and its apartment market spans from income-restricted family housing to newer market-rate communities and build-to-rent single-family homes. Growth here has been steady as Pensacola-area renters look for more space and lower prices than in Escambia County.
As of mid-2026, market-rate one-bedroom apartments in Pace start around $1,450, while income-restricted units can run as low as $1,028 for qualifying households.
Quick comparison
| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascend at Woodlands | 1-3 BR | $1,454-$2,234 | — | |
| Bell Ridge | 1-3 BR | $1,028-$1,437 | 2007 | |
| Dixon Preserve | 3-5 BR | $2,050-$2,860 | — |
Rents are approximate, from public listings at review time — confirm with the property.
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Florida renter essentials
Renters insurance is not optional here. Most Florida leases require it, and standard policies do NOT cover flood damage — that needs a separate flood policy, even in an apartment. Before signing, look up the building's flood zone on FEMA's flood map service and ask which evacuation zone it sits in.
Ask about the real monthly cost. The most common complaint in Florida apartment reviews isn't noise — it's fee stacking: valet trash, common-area electric, mandatory bulk internet, pest control, admin and tech fees. Get the full itemized monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Tour with the AC running and ask about hurricanes. Humidity control is the difference between a fine unit and a moldy one; ask how old the AC is. And ask directly how the building handled the last major storm — communities that performed well say so happily, and reviewers call out the ones that didn't.
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