Allentown sets an easygoing rural pace in northern Santa Rosa County, where open fields meet longleaf pines and day-to-day errands stay close in Milton and Pace. Outdoors lovers have room to roam: explore the sandhills and clear creeks of Blackwater River State Forest, or trade the car for a bicycle on the paved Blackwater Heritage State Trail. Seasonal u-picks and fall festivals at local farms add to the hometown feel, and weekend paddles on the Blackwater are a short drive away.
Schools are a point of pride. Central School serves K–12 with small-school spirit, FFA and ag science programs, and Friday-night lights that bring the community together. Families also tap county resources through Santa Rosa County District Schools’ career academies and extracurriculars, plus nearby higher-ed options in Milton.
Daily life balances quiet and convenience. Aviation and defense careers connect easily at NAS Whiting Field, while local markets, feed stores, and family-owned eateries keep routines simple. Housing ranges from acreage homesteads to newer cul-de-sacs, with star-filled nights and space for gardens, workshops, and toys.
Whether you’re buying land for your next chapter or selling a long-loved homestead, Agent Pronto can match you with a top real estate agent who knows Allentown and the surrounding market.