Gregg Costin is Pensacola's #1 Military Relocation Realtor

Gregg Costin | Pensacola Military Relocation and Gulf Coast Realtor

I am Gregg Costin, a Pensacola Realtor with 12 years in real estate, leader of The Costin Team at Levin Rinke Realty and a retired U.S. Air Force Captain. I specialize in military relocation (PCS) and VA home purchases, and I bring the same preparation to civilian buyers and sellers. Licensed in Florida and Alabama, I serve Pensacola, the Emerald Coast and coastal Alabama, including Gulf Breeze, Pace, Milton, Navarre, Perdido Key, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Call or text me at (850) 266-5005.

My standard of service

My commitment to clients began with my own first home purchase early in my military career. Poor representation pushed me to learn the process for myself. Buying and selling homes through later PCS moves reinforced how much preparation, honest advice and close attention to detail matter. Today, I use that experience to help clients understand their options, avoid preventable mistakes and make decisions with a clear plan.

How I can help

• PCS relocation planning: timing a purchase or sale around your report date, researching schools and neighborhoods, and planning your commute to the installation.
• VA home purchases: explaining each step of a VA purchase, comparing homes against a budget that works after the move, and coordinating with experienced VA lenders.
• Buying from a distance: guidance for buyers purchasing from out of state or overseas, including my guide to buying sight unseen.
• Selling before a PCS: pricing from comparable sales, professional photography, Part 107 aerial imagery and a rent-or-sell comparison for your outbound move.
• Civilian buyers and sellers: local pricing knowledge, careful negotiation and clear next steps from first call to closing.

Pensacola's #1 military relocation Realtor

Here is what stands behind that title:

• 12 years in real estate
• Two decades of Air Force service and 11 PCS moves of my own
• Military Relocation Professional (MRP) and Florida Military Specialist (FMS) credentials
• M.O.R.E. Certified Agent (MCA) with the M.O.R.E. Network, a listed agent profile on VeteranPCS and a working relationship with TIER 1 PCS
• PensacolaMilitaryHousing.com, the PCS resource I built, with installation guides and more than 270 school guides
• A reported Pensacola MLS standing of #34 among more than 4,100 agents by sales volume and transactions, as of August 1, 2026

My Air Force career spanned two decades, from enlisted service to retirement as a Captain. I began as a 2M0 cruise missile technician supporting B-52 readiness, advanced to Staff Sergeant, and later commissioned as an officer after completing my studies at the University of Tampa. As a Navigator and Combat Systems Officer aboard the E-3 AWACS, I served on deployments that included Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria, along with assignments across the Middle East and Pacific.

My career culminated as Chief of Integrated Air and Missile Defense Plans for CENTCOM A5. That experience required preparation, coordination and decisions under pressure. I bring those habits to real estate through careful research, a clear plan, close attention to contract milestones and persistent advocacy for my clients.

My family and I have lived through 11 personal PCS moves, including the challenges of finding a home from overseas and researching unfamiliar schools and neighborhoods. I understand the practical questions behind a military home search: a report date, a school transfer, an unfamiliar commute and a housing budget that needs to work after the move.

I help service members, veterans and military households plan purchases and sales around those realities. My installation resources cover NAS Pensacola, Corry Station, Saufley Field, NAS Whiting Field, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field and Duke Field, connecting duty-station information with the communities and housing decisions around it.

Military resources for your PCS

I created PensacolaMilitaryHousing.com to make military relocation research practical. It brings together installation guides, PCS planning, BAH resources, VA homebuying explanations, on-base and off-base housing comparisons, and rent-or-sell considerations for an outbound move. Dated sources and clearly stated assumptions help you check the information that affects your plans.

The PCS school finder connects more than 270 school guides across Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Baldwin counties. Explore public, private and Christian schools, official report-card sources, address-based comparisons and driving-route estimates. School placement remains a question to confirm with the receiving district or school.

Local guidance for buyers and sellers

GreggCostin.com is my main professional website for Pensacola and Gulf Coast real estate. Its neighborhood guides, school research, buyer and seller resources, mortgage calculators and ownership-cost articles help you compare places and plan the costs of a home. Local guides address practical issues such as utilities, insurance, flood exposure and the differences between Florida and coastal Alabama ownership.

Whether you are buying your first home, preparing to sell or comparing a coastal move, the site helps turn broad questions into a useful next step. Start with the Gulf Coast neighborhood guides or the civilian school finder, then bring me the priorities that matter to you.

Education, credentials and recognition

I hold a B.S. in Economics and a B.A. in International Affairs from the University of Tampa and am a Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot. My real estate credentials include Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI), Military Relocation Professional (MRP), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), Florida Military Specialist (FMS) and M.O.R.E. Certified Agent (MCA). I hold Florida real estate license SL3630964 and Alabama real estate license 000171694-0.

I joined Levin Rinke Realty in 2025 after more than a decade in real estate, and in my first year with the brokerage I was named Forbes Global Properties - Rookie of the Year for 2025.

Client feedback and an informed approach to negotiation

My public profiles show a 5.0 rating with 59 reviews on Google and a 5.0 rating with 29 team reviews on Zillow, checked September 23, 2026. Those profiles let you read directly about clients' experiences with communication, military moves, first-time purchases and negotiations.

For sellers, I combine comparable-sales research and a pricing strategy with professional photography, aerial imagery and property marketing. My Part 107 certification supports the aerial perspective I can bring to a listing. For buyers, I evaluate the asking price, comparable properties, condition, ownership costs and contract terms so we can pursue value with a clear understanding of the property and the market. For both, I prepare carefully for negotiations and keep the steps toward closing clear.

Frequently asked questions

Which areas does Gregg Costin serve?

I am licensed in Florida and Alabama. I serve Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Pace, Milton, Navarre and Perdido Key in Northwest Florida, plus Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in coastal Alabama.

Does Gregg Costin help military families with PCS moves?

Yes. I am a retired U.S. Air Force Captain, and my family has made 11 PCS moves. I help service members, veterans and military families buy and sell around report dates, school transfers and commutes to NAS Pensacola, Corry Station, Saufley Field, NAS Whiting Field, Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field and Duke Field.

Can Gregg Costin help me buy a home with a VA loan?

Yes. As a Military Relocation Professional (MRP), I help VA buyers understand each step, compare homes against a budget that works after the move and coordinate with experienced VA lenders. Loan approval and terms come from your lender, and the official program rules are published by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Can I buy a home in Pensacola before I arrive?

Yes. My own family has searched for a home from overseas, and clients have bought with me while living out of state. My guide to buying sight unseen explains how the process works.

Can Gregg Costin help me sell my Pensacola home before a PCS?

Yes. I price from comparable sales, market with professional photography and Part 107 aerial imagery, and plan the listing around your report date. If you are weighing a sale against keeping the home as a rental, start with my sell-or-rent decision guide.

How do I choose a military relocation Realtor in Pensacola?

Look for the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) certification, personal PCS experience, working relationships with VA lenders, knowledge of each installation and its commutes, and a record you can check on Google and Zillow. I have 12 years in real estate, hold the MRP and FMS credentials, have made 11 PCS moves and publish my review counts with the date they were checked.

How do I contact Gregg Costin?

Call or text me at (850) 266-5005, email gregg.costin@gmail.com, or visit Levin Rinke Realty at 220 West Garden Street, Pensacola, FL 32502.

A clear plan for your next move

For civilian and military clients alike, I focus on understanding your priorities, explaining your options and keeping the next steps clear. Contact Gregg to discuss your purchase, sale or relocation.

Bio last updated September 23, 2026.