With deep roots in Walton County and a background in public relations and marketing, Summer Padgett delivers exceptional service and local expertise to help clients navigate Northwest Florida's dynamic real estate market.
Born and raised in Walton County, Summer's extensive knowledge of the area and diverse lifestyles—from rural charm to luxury coastal living—makes her an invaluable resource for buyers, sellers and investors. Her lifelong connection to the region provides insider knowledge on neighborhoods, property values, and growth potential that proves invaluable when making significant real estate decisions.
With a bachelor's degree in public relations and a minor in marketing from Auburn University, she brings a strong foundation in strategic communications and marketing to her real estate practice. During her time at Auburn, she developed fast-paced, adaptable work experience as a Gameday Marketing Intern with Auburn Athletics. Her professional journey continued at the National Infantry Museum where she created educational print and digital materials.
Her career achievements include excellence in sales management, where she ranked in the top 10 out of nearly 300 salespeople—reflecting her results-driven approach and strong work ethic. Currently, Summer serves as the public relations and content specialist for Walton County Tourism, giving her unparalleled insight into the local market trends, neighborhood dynamics, and the unique lifestyle benefits that make this area such a desirable place to own property.
Summer's commitment to community shines through her volunteer work with Gold Star Teen Adventures and the Gary Sinise Foundation, supporting families of fallen heroes. This service-oriented mindset translates directly to her approach to real estate, where she prioritizes her clients' needs and transforms the buying and selling process into a seamless, stress-free experience.
When not focusing on her clients, Summer enjoys the outdoors with her two dogs, paddle boarding on the area's rare coastal dune lakes, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Her combination of local expertise, marketing knowledge, and client-focused approach makes Summer an excellent partner for your Northwest Florida real estate journey. Contact her today at [email protected] to turn your property goals into reality.
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