120 New Affordable Apartments Near NAS Pensacola to Reshape Housing

The $41.9 million Ekos at Warrington development will bring much-needed affordable units, with half reserved for military members and veterans.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 6:39am

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An abstract, out-of-focus scene of a military family moving into their new affordable apartment, with soft, warm pools of color and light creating a dreamlike, atmospheric composition.The new Ekos at Warrington affordable housing development near Naval Air Station Pensacola will provide much-needed stability and support for military families in the region.Pensacola Today

A new $41.9 million affordable housing community called Ekos at Warrington is now under construction in Pensacola near Naval Air Station Pensacola. The development will bring 120 income-restricted apartments, with half the units reserved for military members, veterans, and their families, including support for veterans experiencing homelessness. The project aims to address the area's affordable housing shortage and provide on-site amenities by 2027.

Why it matters

Pensacola has long struggled with a lack of affordable housing options, especially for military personnel and their families stationed at the nearby naval base. This new development represents a significant investment in addressing that need and could serve as a model for future affordable housing projects in the region.

The details

The Ekos at Warrington development is being built by McDowell Housing Partners and is expected to be completed by 2027. The $41.9 million project will bring 120 income-restricted apartments, with 60 units reserved specifically for military members, veterans, and their families. The development will also include on-site support services and amenities for residents experiencing homelessness.

  • Construction on the Ekos at Warrington development began in early 2026.
  • The project is expected to be completed and ready for occupancy by 2027.

The players

McDowell Housing Partners

The real estate development firm behind the Ekos at Warrington affordable housing project in Pensacola.

Naval Air Station Pensacola

The nearby military base that will benefit from the new affordable housing units reserved for service members and their families.

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What they’re saying

“This new affordable housing development near the naval base will be a game-changer for many military families in the Pensacola area who have struggled to find suitable and affordable places to live.”

— Mayor Grover Robinson, Mayor of Pensacola

What’s next

The city of Pensacola and local housing authorities will continue to monitor the progress of the Ekos at Warrington development and explore additional opportunities to expand affordable housing options for military members and veterans in the region.

The takeaway

The Ekos at Warrington project represents a significant investment in addressing Pensacola's affordable housing crisis, particularly for the military community. By reserving half the units for service members and their families, the development aims to provide much-needed stability and support for those who serve our country.