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Holly Sands

5 Sandalwood Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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Highlights

  • Deck
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Patio

About Holly Sands

Friendly staff make Holly Sands in Fort Walton Beach, FL, your place to call home. Our affordable apartment homes with spacious floor plans make it easy to see why you will want to start calling Holly Sands home. Our single-story, garden-style apartments feature private entrances and patios for your enjoyment. We offer Studio, 1- & 2- bedroom apartments in Ft. Walton Beach near both Hurlburt Field and Eglin Air Force Base as well as the beautiful Emerald Coast Beaches. Perhaps even more important than the walls and windows that make up your apartment at Holly Sands is the close proximity to everything that you want in order to live an active and satisfying life. We boast a convenient location close to the Gulf of Mexico, fabulous shopping, local restaurants, medical centers, major Fort Walton Beach and Destin employers, and easy access to public transportation. Not only are our West Fort Walton Beach apartments affordable, they are also pet friendly, meaning there's room for your entire family. Holly Sands is a tennis balls throw from area parks and trails, which we're sure your furry friend will enjoy. We welcome your pets with a pat on the head and a scratch behind the ear. For more information about our pet policy, please contact the leasing office today.

Holly Sands is an apartment community located in Okaloosa County and the 32548 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Okaloosa County School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • 9 Ft. Ceilings
  • Extra Storage
  • Linen Closets
  • Mini Blinds
  • Private Patio/Balcony
  • Ranch Style/Single Story Living
  • Single story apartment
  • Washer/Dryer Hookups

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

24 Hour Access

Property Manager on Site

Storage Space

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Up

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Disposal

Freezer

Patio

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Instant Hot Water

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Attic
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Linen Closet
  • Patio
  • Deck

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Location
5 Sandalwood Dr, Fort Walton Beach,
FL 32548
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City - Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach, Florida combines coastal living with deep military heritage along the Emerald Coast. The area offers various housing options from waterfront condominiums to single-family homes. Current rental trends show average monthly rates of $1,463 for one-bedroom units, while three-bedroom homes typically rent for around $2,096, with the market experiencing slight adjustments as larger units have seen modest decreases in pricing over the past year. Notable areas include the downtown district, known for its shopping and dining scene, and the residential neighborhoods near Santa Rosa Sound, featuring water views and community amenities.

Fort Walton Beach centers on its beaches, military presence, and outdoor activities. The Heritage Park and Cultural Center showcases local history through attractions like the Indian Temple Mound Museum, while Brooks Bridge connects residents to Okaloosa Island's white-sand beaches.

Learn more about living in Fort Walton Beach 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Northwest Florida State
Drive: 30 min 17.2 mi
Pensacola State Coll., Milton
Drive: 65 min 41.0 mi
Pensacola State Coll.
Drive: 73 min 43.2 mi
Holly Sands is within 30 minutes or 17.2 miles from Northwest Florida State. It is also near Pensacola State Coll., Milton and Pensacola State Coll..
Schools
Annette P. Edwins Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
475 Students
Attendance Zone
Silver Sands-Excep. Children
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
98 Students
Nearby
Max Bruner Junior Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
662 Students
Attendance Zone
Fort Walton Beach High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,561 Students
Attendance Zone
St Mary Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
408 Students
Nearby
Calvary Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
280 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Holly Sands is near Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, located 13.2 miles or 31 minutes away, and Pensacola International, located 43.3 miles or 73 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
 Drive: 31 min 13.2 mi
Pensacola International
 Drive: 73 min 43.3 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Holly Sands.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
32-34 Wright Pky NW
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Market Place Of Santa Rosa
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Holly Sands has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Emerald Coast Science Center
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Holly Sands has a nearby park, Emerald Coast Science Center , located 2.6 miles or 6 minutes away.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Holly Sands is 3.7 miles and a 8 minute drive from Fort Walton Beach Medical Center.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hurlburt Field
Drive: 10 min 5.0 mi
Eglin Air Force Base Eglin
Drive: 17 min 11.4 mi
Eglin Air Force Base Gulf Breeze
Drive: 59 min 29.4 mi
Holly Sands has 3 military bases within 29.4 miles, the nearest is Hurlburt Field which is 5.0 miles away and a 10 minute drive.

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