Selling a House As-Is in Hobe Sound: Pricing, Disclosures and Who Buys

Many owners who sell as-is in Hobe Sound have lived in their homes for a long time. The house may be paid off, the roof may be older and the kitchen may date back a few decades. Selling as-is lets you skip the repairs and the contractor calls. However, the price still has to make sense to a buyer, and Florida law still expects you to disclose what you know. Hobe Sound also has its own quirks. It is in Martin County, it is small and it sits next to one of the wealthiest towns in the state.

Key takeaways

• Hobe Sound is an unincorporated community in Martin County, not Palm Beach County. Martin County handles permits and code questions.
• An as-is sale removes repair duties, not disclosure duties. Florida sellers must disclose known facts that materially affect value and are not readily observable.
• As of October 1, 2026, Pure Equity's MLS data shows 223 active listings in Hobe Sound, a median list price of $549,250 and an average of 142 days on market for active listings.
• In August 2026, Martin County single-family homes sold for a median of $656,900, and 36.4% of those sales were cash, per Miami Realtors.
• Pure Equity does not buy homes. We help sellers compare a cash offer with an as-is listing.

Where you sell as-is in Hobe Sound: the local picture

Hobe Sound is a census-designated place in southern Martin County. It has no city government, and the 2020 Census counted 13,163 residents, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Tequesta and Jupiter lie just to the south, across the Palm Beach County line. To the east, across the water, is the Town of Jupiter Island, a separate municipality with large estates.

This matters for as-is sellers in a few practical ways:

• Permit records, code cases and building rules come from Martin County.
• Market reports for your sale should use Martin County figures, not Palm Beach County ones.
• Comparable sales on the mainland and on Jupiter Island are very different. Use sales from your side of the water.

Current numbers before you sell as-is in Hobe Sound

According to Pure Equity's MLS data as of October 1, 2026, Hobe Sound had 223 active residential listings. The median list price was $549,250, or $303 per square foot. Active listings had been on the market for an average of 142 days. Keep in mind that these are asking prices for homes still for sale, not closed sales.

For closed sales, Miami Realtors' August 2026 report for Martin County is the best guide. Single-family homes sold for a median of $656,900 and took a median of 56 days to go under contract. There was 3.4 months of supply. Condos and townhouses had a median of $277,500, took 84 days and had 5.5 months of supply.

Also note the cash share. In August, 36.4% of Martin County single-family sales and 52.4% of condo and townhouse sales were cash. That is a large pool of buyers who do not need a lender to approve the home's condition. You can see current listings on our Hobe Sound area page.

Florida disclosure rules when you sell as-is in Hobe Sound

An as-is clause tells buyers you will not fix things. It does not let you stay quiet about known defects. In Johnson v. Davis (1985), the Florida Supreme Court held that sellers must disclose known facts that materially affect value and that buyers cannot readily see. The Florida Realtors and Florida Bar AS IS contract includes a seller statement built on the same idea.

Flood disclosure

Under section 689.302 of the Florida Statutes, sellers of residential property must give a flood disclosure at or before the time the contract is signed. It asks whether you know of flood damage during your ownership, flood insurance claims or federal flood aid. Homes near the Indian River Lagoon and other low areas often draw flood questions. Look up your zone on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center before you list.

Lead paint

For homes built before 1978, federal rules require you to give buyers the EPA lead pamphlet and disclose any lead paint you know about. Buyers get 10 days to test unless they waive that right.

Items Hobe Sound sellers often need to disclose

• Roof leaks and the age of the roof.
• Septic problems, if the home is on a septic system.
• Well water issues, if the home uses a private well.
• Additions or enclosures built without Martin County permits.
• Past storm or flood damage, even if repaired.

How buyers read an as-is contract

Under the Florida AS IS contract, the buyer gets an inspection period. It is 15 days if left blank. During that period, a buyer who finds the home unacceptable, in their sole discretion, may cancel and get the deposit back.

So most as-is buyers still inspect. For older homes, they often add a four-point inspection, since insurers ask for one. Citizens Property Insurance requires a four-point inspection of the roof, electrical, plumbing and HVAC for homes more than 20 years old. It also wants proof of at least five years of remaining life on shingle roofs older than 25 years.

If you know your home will struggle on these items, say so up front and price it in. That beats losing a buyer on day 14.

Who buys when you sell as-is in Hobe Sound

The buyer pool here is small but varied. Your home's type and condition decide which group you are selling to.

Buyers who want an older mainland home to update

Some buyers want a modest single-family home they can update over time. Many come from Palm Beach County or from out of state, drawn by a quieter pace and lower prices than Jupiter. They may use loans, so roof and system condition matter.

Club and golf community buyers

Hobe Sound also has club and golf communities. Buyers here look at the home, but also at dues, membership fees and community rules. A dated home in a well-run community can still sell well as-is if the price reflects the updates needed.

Cash buyers and investors

Cash buyers include retirees, second-home buyers and investors. Investors often use the 70% rule: about 70% of the after-repair value, minus repairs. That makes their offers lower than a retail buyer's, but they can close fast and take on heavy repairs.

Estate buyers

At the high end, buyers of large estates are usually less worried about finishes and more focused on land, water access and privacy. These sales take careful pricing because there are few recent comparisons.

Pricing tips to sell as-is in Hobe Sound

With only a couple hundred active listings, each comparable sale carries weight. Ask your agent to pull sales from the same neighborhood and, if possible, the same type of home. Then adjust for condition.

Here is a made-up example to show the math. It is not a quote. Picture a mainland home worth $600,000 after updates. It needs a roof and new plumbing, which an investor prices at $70,000.

• Investor offer: $600,000 times 0.70 is $420,000. Minus $70,000 for repairs, the offer is about $350,000.
• As-is listing: A buyer who plans to live in the home might pay $500,000 to $520,000 if it can be insured.
• Light-repair listing: If you replace the roof first, more financed buyers can compete, which may push the price higher.

Also factor in time. Active listings here had been on the market an average of 142 days as of October 1, 2026. Your mortgage, taxes, insurance and upkeep continue while the home sits.

When light repairs beat a plan to sell as-is in Hobe Sound

A pure as-is sale is not always the best choice. These targeted steps often pay for themselves.

1. Handle the roof if it blocks insurance. A roof that fails an insurer's review limits you to cash buyers.
2. Close open permits. Work with Martin County to close old permits. Open permits can delay closing.
3. Pump and inspect the septic. If the home has one, a recent septic report answers a common buyer question.
4. Clean, declutter and trim. Older homes show better with light, space and a neat yard.

On the other hand, skip large remodels. Buyers who want an older home to update usually want to pick their own finishes.

Cash offer or as-is listing

A cash sale fits some sellers well. It can make sense if you inherited the home, live out of state or face repairs you cannot fund. It also helps if the home cannot be insured in its current shape.

Still, get the numbers side by side. Ask for a written cash offer, then ask an agent for an as-is listing price and a net sheet. Our guide on how to sell your house in Hobe Sound walks through that comparison in detail.

Frequently asked questions

Can I sell as-is in Hobe Sound without making any repairs?

Yes. You can list the home as-is and refuse repair requests. You still need to disclose known defects that affect value and give the flood disclosure.

Is Hobe Sound in Palm Beach County?

No. Hobe Sound is in Martin County, just north of the Palm Beach County line. Martin County handles permits and other local services.

Do many buyers pay cash in Martin County?

Yes. In August 2026, 36.4% of Martin County single-family sales and 52.4% of condo and townhouse sales were cash, according to Miami Realtors.

Can a buyer cancel an as-is contract?

Under the Florida AS IS contract, the buyer may cancel during the inspection period if they find the home unacceptable in their sole discretion. The deposit is then returned.

Sources

• Pure Equity, Hobe Sound market data (as of October 1, 2026)
• Miami Realtors, Martin County August 2026 report
• Johnson v. Davis, Florida Supreme Court (1985)
• Florida Statutes, s. 689.302 flood disclosure
• Florida Realtors and Florida Bar AS IS Residential Contract
• EPA, real estate disclosures about lead hazards
• Citizens Property Insurance, inspections
• FEMA Flood Map Service Center
• U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Hobe Sound CDP (2020 Census)
• Town of Jupiter Island, community profile

This article is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Talk with a Florida real estate attorney or tax professional about your own sale.

Selling an older Hobe Sound home? A Pure Equity agent will compare a cash offer with an as-is listing for your home, with the net on paper and no obligation. Talk to an agent or get a home value estimate. Thinking of buying in Martin County? Ask a buyer's agent about homes for sale now.