New Employer Alert · Santa Rosa County, FL
Moving to Milton for Cheney Brothers or PFG?
Cheney Brothers — now part of Performance Food Group (PFG) after their 2024 merger — is the first confirmed tenant of the new Milton Interchange Park, planning a 350,000 sq ft distribution center and 400+ new jobs at I-10 & Highway 87 in Santa Rosa County.1,2,3 If a transfer, promotion, or new hire offer is bringing you to the area, I can help you get oriented and find a home nearby before your start date.
How I can help
What to know before you move
The project, explained
Cheney Brothers Inc., a Florida food-service distributor now owned by Performance Food Group, submitted the winning bid to become the first tenant of Santa Rosa County's new Milton Interchange Park — a planned 350,000 sq ft logistics facility on 50 acres.1,2
Where it is
The site sits at the southeast corner of I-10 and Highway 87 in East Milton — a short drive from downtown Milton, Pace, and a straightforward commute into Pensacola or Navarre.2,3
Timeline (updated as I learn more)
County approval came in April 2024, with construction pegged at 18–24 months once underway.1 As of early 2026, site work in the broader Milton Interchange Park was still progressing, so I'll keep this page updated as groundbreaking and hiring news comes in.4
Neighborhoods near the site
Milton, Pace, and East Milton all sit within easy reach of the interchange. I can walk you through each one — schools, commute, and the feel of the neighborhood — based on where you'll be working.
What homes cost nearby
Recent closings have run roughly $230,000–$305,000 in Milton and $300,000–$340,000 in Pace, though every neighborhood and price point varies.5 With projected wages well above the local average, many new hires will have solid options across both markets.1
Direct line to Justin
Reach out any time — even before your offer is finalized — for a no-pressure conversation about the area, commute times, or what your budget can get you.
Why work with a local agent early
New to the area? Get oriented before you're on a deadline.
Whether you're relocating from out of state for a role at the new facility or transferring from another Cheney Brothers or PFG location, having someone local from day one makes the search less stressful. Here's how it typically works:
Reach out early
Even before your start date is locked in — a quick call helps you plan your timeline and budget with real numbers.
Tour on your schedule
In-person tours, or video walkthroughs if you're still out of town — whatever fits your situation.
Close before your start date
Justin coordinates the closing timeline around your new job's start date whenever possible.
Get in touch
Relocating for Cheney Brothers or PFG?
Send a few details below and Justin will follow up personally — no pressure, just local answers while you plan your move.
Sources
- Santa Rosa County commissioners approved Cheney Brothers Inc.'s bid for 50 acres in the East Milton Industrial Park in April 2024 — planned 350,000 sq ft facility, 400+ jobs, wages ~115% above local average, $75M+ investment, 18–24 month construction estimate. WEAR ABC 3, April 2024
- Santa Rosa County: Cheney Brothers Inc. announced April 8, 2024 as the Milton Interchange Park's first tenant; 350,000 sq ft facility on 50 acres. Santa Rosa County, FL — official alert
- Performance Food Group completed its acquisition of Cheney Bros., Inc. on October 8, 2024. Performance Food Group investor relations
- As of January 2026, Cheney Brothers had not yet broken ground at the Milton Interchange Park site. WUWF, January 2026
- Recent median home sale prices: Milton and Pace, FL. Redfin, Resideline