About Martin County
Martin County sits on Florida's Treasure Coast, just north of Palm Beach County. It kept the small fishing village feel while everything around it grew. You get quiet beaches, the Intracoastal, the St. Lucie River, and an outdoor lifestyle close to year round.
Homes range from oceanfront estates on Hutchinson and Jupiter Island to golf and country club living inland, riverfront houses, and family neighborhoods with strong schools. The pace is slower than Palm Beach County, and a lot of people move here for exactly that.
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What Martin County is known for
- Water and boating. Miles of beaches, deep water and canal homes, and some of the best fishing on the coast near the Gulf Stream.
- A real town center. Downtown Stuart is walkable, with green markets, live music, riverfront dining, and local shops.
- Room to choose. Oceanfront estates, gated golf communities, family neighborhoods, and acreage, all in one county.
Things to do in Martin County
A few local signatures: the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center on Hutchinson Island, the trails and history of Jonathan Dickinson State Park, the beaches at Stuart and Hutchinson Island, and a downtown Stuart night out for dinner and live music on the water.
Communities We Love in Martin County
Sailfish Point, Sewall's Point, Mariner Sands, The Florida Club, Harbour Ridge, Willoughby, Piper's Landing, Hammock Creek, Martin Downs, North River Shores, plus the towns of Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, and Hobe Sound.
Common questions about Martin County
What are Martin County's golf and country club communities?
Mariner Sands, The Florida Club, Harbour Ridge, and Willoughby are among the favorites, with Piper's Landing and Hammock Creek rounding out the options. We will help you weigh the membership feel, the fees, and how much you will actually use the club.
Which Martin County areas are best for families?
Palm City and the Martin Downs communities are popular for their schools and space, along with North River Shores near Stuart and parts of Jensen Beach. Tell us your kids' ages and we will line up the right area and school zone.
Is downtown Stuart walkable?
Yes. Downtown Stuart is one of the most walkable spots on this stretch of coast, with green markets, live music, local dining, and the riverfront. It gives the county a real town center.
How does Martin County waterfront compare to Jupiter on price?
As a rule you get more home and more land for the money here than in Jupiter, especially off the ocean. Oceanfront on Hutchinson and Jupiter Island still runs high. We will pull recent sales side by side so you can see it for your price range.
Can I keep a boat with ocean access?
Often yes, but it depends on the home. The boat you keep comes down to dock depth and bridge clearance to the inlet, and we will check both on any house before you fall for it.
See Martin County for yourself.
About Martin CountyMartin County sits on Florida's Treasure Coast, just north of Palm Beach County. It kept the small fishing village feel while everything around it grew. You get quiet beaches, the Intracoastal, the St. Lucie River, and an outdoor lifestyle close to year round.
Homes range from oceanfront estates on Hutchinson and Jupiter Island to golf and country club living inland, riverfront houses, and family neighborhoods with strong schools. The pace is slower than Palm Beach County, and a lot of people move here for exactly that.
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What Martin County is known forWater and boating. Miles of beaches, deep water and canal homes, and some of the best fishing on the coast near the Gulf Stream.A real town center. Downtown Stuart is walkable, with green markets, live music, riverfront dining, and local shops.Room to choose. Oceanfront estates, gated golf communities, family neighborhoods, and acreage, all in one county.Things to do in Martin CountyA few local signatures: the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center on Hutchinson Island, the trails and history of Jonathan Dickinson State Park, the beaches at Stuart and Hutchinson Island, and a downtown Stuart night out for dinner and live music on the water.
Communities We Love in Martin CountySailfish Point, Sewall's Point, Mariner Sands, The Florida Club, Harbour Ridge, Willoughby, Piper's Landing, Hammock Creek, Martin Downs, North River Shores, plus the towns of Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, and Hobe Sound.
Common questions about Martin CountyWhat are Martin County's golf and country club communities?Mariner Sands, The Florida Club, Harbour Ridge, and Willoughby are among the favorites, with Piper's Landing and Hammock Creek rounding out the options. We will help you weigh the membership feel, the fees, and how much you will actually use the club.
Which Martin County areas are best for families?Palm City and the Martin Downs communities are popular for their schools and space, along with North River Shores near Stuart and parts of Jensen Beach. Tell us your kids' ages and we will line up the right area and school zone.
Is downtown Stuart walkable?Yes. Downtown Stuart is one of the most walkable spots on this stretch of coast, with green markets, live music, local dining, and the riverfront. It gives the county a real town center.
How does Martin County waterfront compare to Jupiter on price?As a rule you get more home and more land for the money here than in Jupiter, especially off the ocean. Oceanfront on Hutchinson and Jupiter Island still runs high. We will pull recent sales side by side so you can see it for your price range.
Can I keep a boat with ocean access?Often yes, but it depends on the home. The boat you keep comes down to dock depth and bridge clearance to the inlet, and we will check both on any house before you fall for it.See Martin County for yourself.