Emerald Cove West
500 Kelly Mill Rd,
Valparaiso, FL 32580
$1,250 - $1,350
1-2 Beds
Valparaiso
Valparaiso, FL Area Guide
A tranquil suburban enclave offering prime access to the Gulf
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Military
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Beach
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Coastal
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Boating
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Valparaiso is a small suburban community, just minutes away from Destin and the Gulf of Mexico. Positioned just outside of Eglin Air Force Base, the city commonly known as “Val P” is a popular option for armed service personnel seeking off-base housing as well as civilian military employees and folks who work in support industries. Residents enjoy prime access to the white sand beaches of the Emerald Coast, with endless opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and just lounging on the shore.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Valparaiso, FL is $1,253 for one bedroom, and $1,303 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Valparaiso has decreased by -8.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,253/month
725 Sq Ft
House
$2,250/month
1,447 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,125/month
1,525 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Valparaiso, FL is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
48
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
44
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
Public
Grades PK & 6-8
Public
Grades PK-8
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
- Emerald Coast Science Center
- Henderson Beach State Park
Airports
- Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.