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Martin County · Florida
Stuart is the 'Sailfish Capital of the World' and Martin County's charming waterfront hub. Its small-town atmosphere, excellent schools, and low density make it one of Florida's most livable cities.
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Communities in Stuart
Vista Del Lago Condo
55+ Community
Cedar Pointe Condo
55+ Community
Sailfish Point
Waterfront Community
Golden Gate
Community
Kingswood Condo
55+ Community
Circle Bay Yacht Club Condo
55+ Community
Harborage Yacht Condo
Waterfront Community
King Mountain Condo (Aka Monterey Yacht & Country
55+ Community
Mariner Sands
Gated Community
Miles Grant Condo
55+ Community
Port Salerno
New Construction
River Marina
Community
River Pines
Community
St Lucie Inlet Farms
Community
Towne Park Replat
Community
Hansons Landing Condo
Waterfront Community
Highpointe
Waterfront Community
Manatee Isles
Waterfront Community
River Glen
Waterfront Community
Sailfish Cove Condominium
Waterfront Community
Salerno Reserve At Showcase
Community
Summerfield
Gated Community
Yacht & Country Club Of Stuart
Gated Community
Banyan Bay
55+ Community
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About Stuart Real Estate
Browse Stuart homes for sale across every neighborhood and price point in Martin. Available homes span single-family, townhome, and condo segments throughout the city. Stuart includes gated golf communities, 55+ active adult neighborhoods, waterfront estates, and newer master-planned subdivisions. HOA fees vary by community type, from modest maintenance fees in non-gated subdivisions to higher dues in full-amenity country clubs. The city sits within Martin, offering access to South Florida beaches, major employment centers, and healthcare hubs. For current Martin market data, see Florida Realtors' monthly statistics. Browse the latest Stuart listings below. Then connect with a Pure Equity Realty agent to schedule a private showing.
Stuart offers a range of housing options across Martin County. Pure Equity Realty lists homes in Stuart for 1% commission and represents buyers at no cost.
There are 451 active listings for sale in Stuart right now. The median list price is $424,000, or about $261 per square foot. Listings span $68,000 to $35,000,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 107 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Stuart anchors Martin County and trades on its identity as a working waterfront town where the St. Lucie River meets the Indian River Lagoon near the St. Lucie Inlet. The market is heavily oriented toward water access: deep-water canal homes, riverfront estates, and condos with dockage command a premium, and buyers regularly shop with a boat in mind. Away from the water, the inventory ranges from modest mid-century cottages near downtown to newer gated communities and golf neighborhoods inland. Price tiers span widely, with attainable single-family homes and 55-plus manufactured-home parks at the lower end and seven-figure riverfront and oceanfront-adjacent properties at the top. Condos cluster along the rivers and on nearby Hutchinson Island, drawing seasonal residents and retirees who want low-maintenance coastal living. New construction is limited inside the city by Martin County's strict four-story height cap and slower-growth policies, which keeps the skyline low and the supply tighter than in neighboring St. Lucie County.
Downtown Stuart is the heart of the city, a compact and walkable district along the river with the Riverwalk, the Lyric Theatre, independent shops, and a cluster of restaurants that make it a regional dining draw. Surrounding neighborhoods each have a distinct character. Sewall's Point, a separate town occupying the peninsula between the two rivers, holds many of the area's prestige estates. North River Shores and the Snug Harbor area offer established waterfront and boating access, while Rio sits just across the river to the north. Inland, master-planned and golf communities such as Martin Downs in nearby Palm City and the gated neighborhoods off Kanner Highway provide newer homes and amenities. Port Salerno to the south keeps its commercial-fishing roots and a more affordable, eclectic housing mix near Manatee Pocket.
The lifestyle pitch is boating, fishing, and a slower pace than the built-up coast to the south. Stuart bills itself as the Sailfish Capital, and access to the inlet and the Atlantic is a core part of the appeal, alongside beaches on Hutchinson Island, the Elliott Museum, and the House of Refuge. Practical buyers should plan around coastal realities: much of the desirable inventory sits in flood zones, windstorm and flood insurance are meaningful line items, and waterfront purchases warrant seawall, dock, and elevation review. Commuters use I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, both a short drive west, though Stuart functions largely as its own market rather than a bedroom community. Martin County's well-regarded public schools are a frequent reason families choose the area over options farther south, and the county's growth limits, while they constrain new supply, are also a big part of why long-time residents value the quieter character here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Buying in Stuart
Buying in Stuart follows the same path as the rest of Martin County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Martin County is about $3,120. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Stuart means you see new listings here the day they reach the market.
Selling in Stuart
A successful sale in Stuart comes down to pricing, presentation, and marketing. List prices in Stuart currently center around $424,000, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Stuart owners, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
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