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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Double vanity sinks
  • Washer and dryer connection
  • Spacious townhome
  • Gorgeous granite countertops
  • Hardwood flooring downstairs

Location

144 Rickey Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547, USA
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Management

Bay Community Management LLC

Leasing office

(850) 226-1496

Property Overview

JA-Bayou Walk Villas West features striking amenities such as stainless steel appliances, double vanity sinks, and hardwood flooring, contributing to a high-quality living experience. With an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and a perfect price rating of 10, it offers competitive pricing relative to its features and location, which also scores 9 for its convenience to key destinations. Additionally, it ranks in the 90.91 percentile for value per square foot, ensuring renters receive excellent value for their investment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, JA-Bayou Walk Villas West is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, JA-Bayou Walk Villas West has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

3BR/2.5BA3 bed2.5 bath1,570 sqft$1,850 /mo1 unit availableThis is a beautiful 3 bedroom with stunning 2 1/2 baths just minutes to the beaches and close to the Air Force Bases. The townhome has gorgeous granite countertops and lovely cherry cabinets with stainless steel appliances. The townhome is spacious and comes with a one car garage and a washer and dryer connection. The townhome sits just a few blocks away from the water with Publix and Shopping walking distance to the home. Hardwood Flooring Downstairs and Carpet in the Bedrooms. Small deck off of the Living room and Double Vanity sinks in both upstairs bathrooms. Bay Community Management 850 226 1496 Email ****

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Amenities for JA-Bayou Walk Villas West

Building

Dogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Not allowed

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HomeApartments in Fort Walton Beach JA-Bayou Walk Villas West

This is a beautiful 3 bedroom with stunning 2 1/2 baths just minutes to the beaches and close to the Air Force Bases. The townhome has gorgeous granite countertops and lovely cherry cabinets with stainless steel appliances. The townhome is spacious and comes with a one car garage and a washer and dryer connection. The townhome sits just a few blocks away from the water with Publix and Shopping walking distance to the home. Hardwood Flooring Downstairs and Carpet in the Bedrooms. Small deck off of the Living room and Double Vanity sinks in both upstairs bathrooms. Bay Community Management 850 226 1496 Email ****


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, JA-Bayou Walk Villas West is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, JA-Bayou Walk Villas West has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated JA-Bayou Walk Villas West
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
JA-Bayou Walk Villas West offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, JA-Bayou Walk Villas West is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
JA-Bayou Walk Villas West is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While JA-Bayou Walk Villas West does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
JA-Bayou Walk Villas West provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How JA-Bayou Walk Villas West compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Fort Walton Beach

3-bedroom apartments at JA-Bayou Walk Villas West cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Fort Walton Beach.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Fort Walton Beach
A table of studio rental data trends in Fort Walton Beach
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,095
March 2024$1,186
April 2024$1,095
May 2024$1,400
June 2024$1,400
July 2024$1,285
August 2024$1,156
September 2024$1,095
October 2024$1,095
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,095
January 2025$1,095
February 2025$1,095
March 2025$1,128
April 2025$1,128
May 2025$1,172
June 2025$1,204
July 2025$1,173
August 2025$1,261
September 2025$1,217
October 2025$1,219
November 2025$2,169
December 2025$2,325
January 2026$2,145

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$74,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,850.
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Schools near JA-Bayou Walk Villas West

Shalimar Elementary School

1350 joe martin cir

shalimar, FL, 32579

PK, K-5Public
B

Silver Sands School

349 holmes blvd nw

fort walton beach, FL, 32548

PK, K-12Public

Okaloosa Virtual Instruction Program

202a hwy 85 n

niceville, FL, 32578

K-12Public

Northwest Florida Ballet Academie

310 perry ave se

fort walton beach, FL, 32548

3-9Public
A-

Okaloosa STEMM Academy

379 edge ave

valparaiso, FL, 32580

PK, 6-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Fort Walton Beach near 144 Rickey Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 144 Rickey Ave, Fort Walton Beach

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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