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Leslie's market area encompasses all of Northwest Florida; from Perdido Key to Pensacola and Pensacola Beach, to Milton, Pace, and Navarre. However, there are a couple of highly sought-after areas in which Leslie has truly created a niche for marketing and sales expertise. Those areas - East Hill and North Hill - are very popular for their old and historic homes and close proximity to downtown Pensacola, Pensacola Bay, Bayou Texar, and Pensacola Beach. Leslie Vilardi served on the North Hill Preservation Board of Directors for 4 years, including one year as President. She and her husband Guy have lived in North Hill since 1993 and have restored 3 historic homes. They now live in their lovely (and last) restoration project - a Folk Victorian built in 1892. NORTH HILL OVERVIEW RESIDENTS There is a strong sense of community and heritage in North Hill. Residents are proud of their homes, which they restore as labors of love. They are also dedicated to preserving the distinctive nature of the area and actively lobby the city, county and state for funds to preserve and restore the streetscapes. HISTORY North Hill was the first "suburb" of Pensacola. In the newly settled Pensacola, commerce and residences existed side by side along the waterfront of Pensacola Bay. As settling families branched out into the lumber and import business, prosperity followed. These founding families then moved "up the hill" to homes that displayed their new found wealth. When first built, most homes in North Hill had panoramic views of Pensacola Bay and the homes caught the cool breeze blowing from the bay up the hill.
ARCHITECTURE North Hill embodies many architectural styles - from the gingerbread Victorian to the stately Federal home. There are more than 300 beautiful homes, most primarily built between 1895 and 1941. Almost every home style from the late 19th to modern day can be found nestled under magnificent oak trees and magnolias. LOCATION: North Hill is situated near many cultural, commercial and culinary venues. Downtown Pensacola is walking distance away. An interstate connection is right around the corner, allowing residents to access other parts of Pensacola in minutes. Pensacola Beach is a mere 15 minute drive. Three major hospitals are minutes away. COMMUNITY: North Hill's atmosphere is conducive to outdoor activities. Front porches, wide streets and sidewalks encourage strolling and socializing Alabama Square, the neighborhood park, is the site for many gatherings. For the adults, The North Hill Preservation Association hosts Annual Meetings, Founder's Day Parties, Octoberfest and Christmas Parties in the Park. Children's seasonal parties are also held at the park and the Easter Bunny and Santa make annual stops in the Square. WHY LIVE IN NORTH HILL? The history and ambiance of North Hill has lured many people from various areas in Pensacola and from all parts of the US and World. Let Leslie show you why North Hill is a wonderful place to live. EAST HILL OVERVIEW East Hill was one of the first suburbs of Pensacola. Settlers of Pensacola found new prosperity in the lucrative lumber and import industries. These founding families moved "up the hill" to either North Hill or East Hill. Many original homes in East Hill in the section south of Cervantes had views of Pensacola Bay. Residents could see the tall masts of sailing ships entering and leaving Pensacola Harbor. One East Hill Home has a true "widow's walk." The owner of the home was a ship's Captain. His wife would walk many steps up to the round cupola set on the uppermost portion of the house. The Captain's wife would scan the horizon looking for her husband's ship entering or leaving the bay. East Hill is a huge portion of Southern Pensacola. Its boundaries are Fairfield Avenue to the North, Bayfront Parkway to the South, 9th Avenue to the West and Scenic Highway to the East. It is the largest "subarea" of Pensacola and is home to more than 2,000 homes. East Hill embodies many architectural styles - from the gingerbread Victorian to the stately Federal home. Almost every home style from the late 19th to modern day can be found nestled under magnificent oak trees, pine trees and magnolias. Central to the neighborhood are the numerous parks. Early urban planners placed parks that encompass one full city block every 4 or five blocks, so that any house in East Hill is steps away from a gathering place. Bayview Park is a sprawling city park on the south eastern edge of East Hill. It sits on Bayou Texar which feeds into Pensacola Bay. Water activities and sports events take place at Bayview Park every year. The park has four lighted tennis courts, a huge playground and numerous picnic areas that over look the water. There are boat launch facilities, a community center and a senior center. There is even a fenced in DOG area - where residents can bring man's best friend for safe, secure playdates! WHY LIVE IN EAST HILL? East Hill is the "new" downtown suburb. Residents have taken pride in renovating their homes and parks. Newcomers to the area can still find great deals on homes - both renovated and in need of renovating. Much has been written about "urban renewal" in America's cities. Look no further than East Hill to see that renewal in action. Parts of East Hill are walking distance to many cultural, commercial and culinary venues. Downtown Pensacola is walking distance away. An interstate connection is right around the corner, allowing residents to access other parts of Pensacola in minutes. Pensacola Beach is a mere 15 minute drive. Three major hospitals are minutes away. WHY CALL LESLIE? Leslie has 8 years of experience selling East Hill and other areas of Pensacola. She is familiar with the neighborhood and home values. She, herself, has renovated three historic homes and is quite knowledgeable about historic structures. Call Leslie to set an appointment to discuss moving to one of the best places to live in Pensacola - East Hill!