Property Management Services in Milton, FL
Milton homeowners hire us to manage the property, money, and tenant aspects of running a long-term rental. This allows homeowners to collect a paycheck without the stress of "playing property manager". Reach out to our team to start a conversation about what this might look like for your property or home!
Milton, FL
Email: rentals@robbrookspropertymanagement.com
Phone: 850.733.6440
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Stress-Free Way to Rent Your Property
Milton is a great place to own a rental property. This area is known for its good school system, relatively low crime, and ability to get to and from work centers using I-10. Traditionally, people have lived in Milton and worked in Pensacola. An increasing number of people living in Milton are working at Eglin Air Force Base, which is causing the population of East Milton to grow.
If you are considering renting your home or property, or you have a few questions, contact our team! Our primary service location for Milton, Pace and Bagdad is based out of Pensacola.
Rob Brooks Realty Property Management - Pensacola (Serving Milton)
Email: rentals@robbrooksrealty.com
Call: 850.733.6440
Location: 700 S Palafox St #200B1 Pensacola, FL 32502
Local Rental Market Analysis
Milton is essentially a giant suburb of Pensacola. People who live in Milton usually work in Pensacola or are retired. Commuters use Highway 90 (going through Pace) or I-10 to get to and from their job. A big reason why residents choose to live in Milton is for the school district. Schools in Santa Rosa County (Milton) are considered better than schools in Escambia County (where Pensacola is located). This is a strategy for parents to live near Pensacola, but send their kids to a Santa Rosa school.
Rob Brooks Realty property management team talks about the Milton rental property market
Milton also tends to have larger yards in the house lots, along with newer homes built within the past 2 decades which may sell between $300K and $500K and may rent for $2200 a month and up. Landlords can usually collect higher rents for Milton properties than they can in Pensacola. Whiting Field of the Naval Air Station has also brought many people to this local area, and families have stayed in the Milton area if they have connections to contractors or military personnel at the base. All of these elements make Milton a great market to own a long-term rental property.
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Why Property Owners Choose Rob Brooks Realty
Our System for Managing Homes
Every time we meet with a homeowner to put their property up for rent, we walk them through a three-part process used to manage properties. This is time-tested and gets high marks from owners and tenants. It creates clear lines of communication for owners and a stable experience for the tenant.
- Manage the Property - All maintenance, emergencies, monthly roadside surveys, and vendor work are all done by our team. We send you monthly email updates.
- Manage the Money - A secure escrow account is created to protect your money. We send the rental income to the owner immediately when payments are processed. All year-end tax information and reporting are provided.
- Manage the Tenants - The work involved in marketing the property online, showing the unit, screening tenants, and managing move-in details is done by our experienced team.
Check out our full long-term property management page for all details related to this proven system.
Property Management Services
Property Management Team
The main foundation of our system relies on a team with deep background in real estate and managing people. Michael Gregg, Atresia Morgan-Lambert, and Rob Brooks are the property managers of the company. Michael runs the show and has a background in law enforcement and healthcare emergency management. Atresia has a variety of experience and is great at vetting and obtaining the right tenants for the property. Rob has been licensed as a Realtor since 1994 and holds CRB, CRS, and GRI certifications. The team around Rob Brooks handles showings, screening, finance, maintenance, and overall strategy.
Testimonials from Owners
"I have known Rob Brooks for over 20 years. He is one of the most honest, hardworking, Christ-like people I know. He has managed houses and business property for us and we have never had an issue with him or his management style. He will go out of his way to make sure everything goes smoothly for his clients. Thanks, Rob, for your excellent service to our community!"
Jenny Homeowner
"Handled my rental home for 3 years with ease. We had great renters! When ready to sell it, Rob sold it in 6 days and we had 2 offers to choose from. Rob Brooks is excellent!"
Luke Homeowner
"Excellent work ethic, clear contracts, communicates efficiently and on a timely manner. From listed to rented in 10 days! Highly recommend it!"
Susana Homeowner
The New Suburban Metro: Milton-Bagdad-Pace
We believe the tri-cities of Milton-Bagdad-Pace are becoming a new "suburb" of Pensacola. These three areas have easy access to work centers in Pensacola and Eglin Air Force Base via I-10 and Highway 90. It's considered commuter-friendly while offering a quieter, family-oriented lifestyle.
As homeowners and developers build housing in all three cities, they are converging into one metro. By crossing the county line, parents gain access to highly-rated Santa Rosa County schools. Since the homes are newer, they have more square feet and larger yards. NAS Whiting Field also brings a steady influx of military families and contractors, driving demand for rentals in the area.
Our team has had conversations with locals and residents who often don't know where the exact lines between Milton, Pace, and Bagdad exist. The rental market commands higher rent prices than Pensacola, making it a good option for investors. The tenant base ranges from families to military personnel to retirees, thus adding stability and reducing vacancy risks. We would love to help you navigate this market. Give us a call!
Travel Times Between Locations
Pace, FL → downtown Pensacola, FL: 24 minutes via Highway 90
Bagdad, FL → downtown Pensacola, FL: 24 minutes via I-10
Milton, FL → downtown Pensacola, FL: 30 minutes via I-10
Milton, FL → NAS Whiting Field: 10 minutes via Highway 97
Pace, FL → NAS Whiting Field: 25 minutes via Highway 90 & 87
Bagdad, FL → NAS Whiting Field: 18 minutes via Highway 87
FAQs
The primary office that serves our Milton properties is located in Pensacola, about 25 miles away. We have employees who live in and near the Milton area, giving us quick emergency access when needed.
We are the subject matter experts of single-family home property management in Milton. The majority of our owners are active or prior military, and the bulk of our tenants are active military. Our properties tend to be newer and have more square footage, with easy access to the base or the Interstate.
The primary regulations to be concerned about in Milton have to do with the subdivision covenants. Often, clear communication needs to be made with tenants on appropriate vehicle parking, trash cans on the street, or lawn maintenance to comply with neighborhood rules.
Tenants like the hometown atmosphere that Milton provides while giving good access to their work on Whiting, downtown Pensacola, or NAS through I-10. Tenants like the option of going to the beach either through Pensacola or by taking the Garcon Point Bridge through Gulf Breeze.
As of 2024, our average vacancy time is less than a month, though this can vary by neighborhood.
We collect the pet fee ($350), one month’s rent, and a security deposit at the time of signing.
We believe in treating tenants with respect, ensuring open communication, and resolving issues promptly. Positive relationships with tenants often lead to longer stays and better care of your property.
We coordinate maintenance requests quickly, often troubleshooting issues with tenants before sending a contractor. For repairs under $350, we handle them immediately, keeping you informed without unnecessary disruption.
Security deposits are held in a non-interest-bearing account and cannot be touched by any party until the lease ends. Our goal is to return the full deposit to tenants, provided the property is in good condition.
We have been in the Milton area for over 15 years.
Of course! Both Pace and Bagdad are sister cities to Milton. We've seen more and more residents say they live in "Pace" instead of saying "Milton" at this point. Locals also lump in Bagdad when they are talking about Milton. It's essentially becoming a micro-metro area. We manage properties in all three cities.
While we’re not attorneys, we have extensive experience navigating the legal complexities of property management. We produced an entire video on navigating legal issues with property management that may arise. A key piece of advice is to set everything up correctly from the start. Clear expectations with residents and proper documentation can prevent many issues down the line. We can offer guidance on important topics such as drafting addendums and ensuring compliance with Florida Statute 475 (Real Estate Brokers, Sales Associates, and Schools) and Florida Statute 83 (Landlord and Tenant).
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Let us help you think through the best strategy for your property. Get in contact with our property management team today.