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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Private balconies
  • Modern appliances
  • Urban conveniences
  • Spacious layouts
  • Newly renovated interiors

Location

800 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, Florida 32503, United States
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Management

Steward + Helm

Leasing office

(850) 726-3029

Open 

Monday 8:30 am–5:30 pm CT

Property Overview

The Ascend at Pensacola Bay presents an outstanding living option, featuring modern amenities like private balconies and a swimming pool, coupled with spacious, newly renovated interiors. With a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5 and a value rating of 9, it balances price and quality exceptionally well. Its prime location near popular points of interest enhances the appeal, while the property’s transparency and pet-friendly features contribute to an inviting atmosphere for potential renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Ascend at Pensacola Bay is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ascend at Pensacola Bay has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath550 sqft$1,199 /mo2 units available
A21 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,424–$1,449 /mo2 units available
B12 bed1 bath925 sqft$1,399 /mo2 units available
B22 bed1 bath1,050+ sqft$1,525–$1,550 /mo2 units available
B52 bed2 bath1,105 sqft$1,600–$1,825 /mo2 units available
B42 bed1 bath1,075 sqft$1,625–$1,875 /mo2 units available
B4 TH2 bed2.5 bath1,075 sqft$1,825 /mo2 units available
B32 bed1 bath1,056 sqft$1,875 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Ascend at Pensacola Bay

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Breakfast BarCeiling Fan
New FlooringOversized Floorplans
Private Patio/BalconyView
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

Air Conditioning / HeatingDishwasher
Garbage DisposalNew Appliances
RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Climate Control

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Pet-Friendly CommunitySwimming Pool

Services

FLEX Now Accepted

Other

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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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$1–$300

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

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About The Ascend at Pensacola Bay

HomeApartments in Pensacola The Ascend at Pensacola Bay

The Ascend at Pensacola Bay cost $1,199–$1,875 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: swimming pool and on-site laundry. Located at 800 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, Florida 32503, United States, The Ascend at Pensacola Bay has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Pensacola, renting an apartment at The Ascend at Pensacola Bay is 34% more expensive per month.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Ascend at Pensacola Bay is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ascend at Pensacola Bay has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Ascend at Pensacola Bay
Price·9A 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.
The Ascend at Pensacola Bay stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
The Ascend at Pensacola Bay stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Ascend at Pensacola Bay 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 The Ascend at Pensacola Bay does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I absolutely love living at the Ascend! Sarah and Kara are amazing! They are very respectful, courteous, and really put forth a lot of effort to make this a wonderful place to live. You guys are awesome!!

Tyler Turner

Tyler Turner

Oct 10, 2023

What can we say about our leasing agent. Other than she’s one of a kind. We came and toured on a Wednesday leased on a Thursday and had keys in had on Friday.from the moment my family walked through the door of the office to the door of our Apartment she has been so sweet. If you’re looking for a home a fresh start ;check out the Overlook and the Ascend tell Sarah and Kara the Robinson’s sent you.

Chelsa Robinson

Chelsa Robinson

Sep 09, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Ascend at Pensacola Bay is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 The Ascend at Pensacola Bay compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 117 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Pensacola

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Pensacola.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Ascend at Pensacola Bay to be 18% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Pensacola.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Pensacola
A table of studio rental data trends in Pensacola
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,400
January 2024$1,454
February 2024$1,351
March 2024$1,336
April 2024$1,244
May 2024$1,344
June 2024$1,353
July 2024$1,474
August 2024$1,519
September 2024$1,527
October 2024$1,486
November 2024$1,500
December 2024$1,500
January 2025$1,505
February 2025$1,494
March 2025$1,506
April 2025$1,522
May 2025$1,515
June 2025$1,500
July 2025$1,495
August 2025$1,775
September 2025$1,500
October 2025$1,462
November 2025$1,531
December 2025$1,655

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,249.
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Schools near The Ascend at Pensacola Bay

Escambia Virtual Academy

30 e texar dr

pensacola, FL, 32503

K-12Public
B-

Escambia Virtual Academy Franchise

30 e texar dr

pensacola, FL, 32503

K-12Public
A-

County Administrative Annex

40 e texar dr

pensacola, FL, 32503

PK, 9-12Public

Hope Horizon

1201 w lakeview ave

pensacola, FL, 32501

K-12Public

Achieve Academy of Escambia County

1403 w saint joseph ave

pensacola, FL, 32501

K-12Public
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Getting around Pensacola near 800 Scenic Highway

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 800 Scenic Highway, Pensacola

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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