Neighborhood Profile: Heron's Forest Gated Subdivision near NAS

Herons Forest Subdivision signGated Heron's Forest Subdivision
Popular community right at the back gate of NAS Pensacola

Heron's Forest is a gated community located less than 1/2 mile from the back gate of Naval Air Station off Gulf Beach Hwy near the intersection of Blue Angel Pkwy. The proximity to the back gate, beautiful white sand beaches, and popular Perdido Kid's Park make this a favorite community, especially among military families.

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Street Names in Heron's Forest Subdivision include the main road Rookery Road, as well as the cul-de-sac roads of Jaburu Lane, Limpkin Lane, Grallatoral Lane, Rail Circle, Tanger Circle, Lorikeet Lane and Bittern Drive.

Within 5-10 minute drive, there is adequate shopping including Target, Walmart, Winn-Dixie and Publix as well as access to Perdido Key Beaches and Big Lagoon State Park. Additionally, the popular Perdido Kids Park is less than a mile from this community. The Perdido Kids Park is a well maintained newer park, and is hands down the best park in the Pensacola area!
Community Features
  • Gated Subdivision
  • Gated community pool
  • Two nicely maintained tennis courts
  • Access to Nature Trail & beaches
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Community Pool in Heron's Forest Subdivision near NAS Pensacola

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Tennis Courts at Heron's Forest Subdivision

Trout Point Nature Trail
Trout Nature Preserve which borders NAS & Heron's Forest Subdivision
Approximately 1 mile walk to Beaches
via access to Trout Point Natural Trail
from Heron's Forest Community
Heron's Forest is surrounded on three sides by the US Navy Trout Point Watchable Wildlife Area which is part of NAS Pensacola. This area is largely wetlands and offers fabulous opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.
In addition to access from inside the gates of Naval Air Station Pensacola, there is access to the Trout Point Nature Trail from inside Heron's Forest Community. The trail entrance is off of Bittern Dr. and includes approximately 1 mile walk through the nature preserve to beautiful white sand beaches. 
Trout Point Nature Preserve over Big Lagoon
End of Trout Point Nature Reserve on Big Lagoon!
Observe wildlife from Trout Point Nature Trail~
School Districts
Hellen Caro Elementary
Jim Bailey Middle
Escambia High
 
To view more information on Escambia County and the current school grades, visit their website here.

Navy Blue Angels fly over Heron's Forest Subdivisions weekly during season
Blue Angels fly over Heron's Forest

Warning: Your neighbors are loud! Due to the proximity to the Naval Base, you can expect some noise from planes nearby. In fact, because Pensacola is home to the Navy Blue Angels, you may hear quite a bit of noise. During their season, the Blue Angels practice overhead every Tuesday & Wednesday morning right at 8:30am. It's part of the charm of this subdivision- unless you happen to work 3rd shift~ Don't say we didn't warn you!

Style of Homes in Heron's Forest Subdivision
One of the things I love about this community is that every house has its own personality. Many of the newer subdivisions are what we call cookie cutter subdivisions- each home varies slightly but overall design is the same. This is not the case in Heron's Forest! Take a look at a few of the different style homes in the community.
South Florida Stlye stucco home with side entry 2 car garage~
Brick patio home with front entry 2 car garage ~
Craftsman Style Home in Heron's Forest Community

Homes for rent in Heron's Forest
While most of the homes in Heron's Forest are owner occupied, there are a few rental homes in this community. Homes rented in Heron's Forest in 2022 rented for an average of $2,350 ranging from $2,100 to $2,550. 

If you are interested in renting a home in Heron's Forest community or other similar gated communities near NAS, email Nicole at Nicoles@PensacolaRealtyMasters.com for a list!

Homes for sale in Heron's Forest
Homes sold in Heron's Forest during 2022 sold between $350,000 and $715,000 with an average sales price of $472,000.

If you are interested in purchasing a home in the Heron's Forest Community, email us for a list of available properties at info@pensacolarealtymasters.com at info@pensacolarealtymasters.com with your requests or feel free to call us at (850) 473-3983. 

Homeowners Association
If you are interested in renting or buying a home in Heron's Forest Community, I urge you to review their important documents including the Rules and Regulations as well as Covenants and Restrictions for the Homeowners Association. There is an active Home Owners Association, the Heron's Forest Property Owners Association. HOA dues are $1375 yearly cover the association, common grounds landscaping, pool maintenance, tennis court maintenance, and professional management of the community. Verify these as these amounts change often. 
 
Until next time,
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