Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

The Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida is the only one of ten Houses of Refuge remaining standing that were built by the U.S. Treasury Department in 1876.  Combined with the Life Saving Service, this House of Refuge was one of the earliest U.S. Coast Guard installations. The original keepers of the house provided shelter, food, clothing, and transportation to survivors of shipwrecks and storms at sea.
During World War II, the U.S. Navy built a tower as a lookout for German U-Boats. It was decommissioned after the war.
In 1955, Martin County purchased the House and the land.   The Martin County Historical Society operates the current museum and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The house was restored in 1976.  The House of Refuge Beach is open to the public and is used by locals and visitors for swimming and fishing.

Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart FL

If you have the pleasure of visiting our fair city sometime in the future, try taking a drive down Saint Lucie Blvd. and going through our famous Banyan Tree Tunnel.  Here’s what it looks like on a bright sunny day. Before the 2004 hurricanes, it was even darker, but we did lose a few branches which opened it up a little.  But in a few years, it will be back to its former splendor.

Did you know that the banyan Tree is native to India?  It was introduced to Florida by Thomas Alva Edison in 1925 when he planted the first one in the US.  It was around 4 feet tall at the time.  This tree is still alive covering over 400 feet, reported as being the third largest Banyan tree in the world.

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The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

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Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

Stuart, Florida is known as the “Sailfish Capital of the World”  with superb fishing that is readily available from the countless waterfront homes in Stuart. If you are interested in Stuart Florida Real Estate, please feel free to search available homes on our search pages here.

A very unique feature of Stuart, Florida is that it has minimized crowding by limiting the height of buildings to 4 stories. No High-Rises! Stuart allowed one modest exception, Martin Memorial Hospital, which is 6 stories high in downtown Stuart. It is recognized for excellence in Orthopedic Surgery as well as other specialties. The growth of this regional facility is keeping pace with the popularity of Stuart.

The children of greater Stuart enjoy the benefits of a school district that consistently serves as a leader in quality education. The students achieve above-average scores on national tests and earn national academic and sports honors. In addition to public schools, many private schools offer exceptional education opportunities to their students.

The town’s relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere is one reason why people from all over the world gravitate to the Stuart Florida area. Stuart has positioned itself as a most attractive destination for its residents and newcomers are seeking Stuart, Florida real estate and who want to call Stuart, Florida their home.

Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

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the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

The Saint Lucie River is located in the Martin and Saint Lucie Counties of Florida. The North Fork originates in Saint Lucie County and winds for miles until joining the South Fork in Martin County on the shores of Palm City, Jensen Beach and Stuart.  The South Fork becomes the Okeechobee waterway and is navigable through the lake and beyond to the Gulf of Mexico via the Caloosahatchee River.
The Saint Lucie River in Martin County is almost a mile wide in places and offers residents great boating and aquatic recreation.  The river empties to the Atlantic Ocean at the Saint Lucie inlet which is only a short boat ride to the sparkling blue waters of the Bahamas.

the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

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Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

740 SW Tanglewood Trail

Discover Old Florida Charm in this waterfront, Key West style home. Private oak hammock setting on almost 1/2 acre. No fixed bridges and only 3 lots away from the river. Large Great Room with wood burning stone fireplace. Dining area with an artistic metal ceiling. Completely remodeled Master Bath with Roman jacuzzi tub and shower.

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Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 124 active condo listings (down 11 from last month).

23 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (up 5 from March).

9 Condos Sold in March (down 9 units from last month).

Sales of Condos were off for April in the 34997 area of Stuart Florida.  This is most likely a seasonal fluctuation.  The inventory continues to decline, which is a positive trend.  As supply shrinks, demand should rebound.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 560 active listings (down 46 from March).

195 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 2 from last month).

55 Homes Sold in March (down 22 from March)

For zip code 34997 in Stuart Florida, April sales were off by 22 units but still remained strong.  Pending sales were basically unchanged from a month ago.  Of particular note, the inventory has shrunk by almost 100 homes in the past two months.  Lower inventory will lead to stronger demand.

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Market Report: Stuart Point, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 222 active condo listings (down 20 from last month).

35 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (up 1 from March).

15 Condos Sold in March (down 21 units from last month)

Condo sales in the Stuart 34996 zip code were down a significant amount from March, but pending sales remain strong as well as a continuing decline in inventory.  Typically, as we approach the off-season, we can expect slower activity in the condo market for the Stuart, Florida area.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 189 active listings (down 12 from last month).

27 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 4 from March).

11 Homes Sold in March (up 3 from March).

Continued improvement for the residential Stuart Florida real estate market activity for zip code 34996.  Inventory continues to decline, closed sales were up and only a small decline in pending activity.

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Market Report: Stuart Point, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Condo Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 148 active condo listings (up 4 from last month).

39 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (a decrease of 11 from March)

26 Condos Sold in April (up 1 unit from last month).

Another solid month for condos in the 34994 zip code area of Stuart.  Pending sales are unfortunately off, most likely a reflection of the expected slower activity as we enter into the off-season for vacation home buyers in Martin County.  Inventory also grew slightly and remains troublesome (high).

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Residential Sales for April 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 88 active listings (down 11 from March).

28 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 1 from last month).

8 Homes Sold in April (up 2 from March)

Inventory is significantly reduced in Stuart’s 34994 zip code area for April.  Strong pending sales and an increase in closed sales for April were all positive signs for this segment of Martin County’s real estate market.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 135 active condo listings (down 6 from last month).

18 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 6 from February).

18 Condos Sold in February (up 15 units from last month).

The 34997 area of Stuart Florida had a good March for sales. Inventory was also down slightly.  However, pending sales were off a bit.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for March 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Condo Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Condo Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 144 active condo listings (up 3 from last month).

50 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (an increase of 26 from February)

25 Condos Sold in March (up 22 units from last month).

After a very poor February, the condo market in Stuart for the 34004 zip code area, rebounded exceptionally well.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Condo Sales for March 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 242 active condo listings (down 21 from last month).

34 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 12 from February).

36 Condos Sold in February (up 10 units from last month)

A second positive month for condo sales in the Stuart 34996 zip code.  The only negative is the decrease in pending sales, which may mean a seasonal slowdown is coming.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for March 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 606 active listings (down 35 from February).

197 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 20 from last month).

77 Homes Sold in February (up 41 from February)

For zip code 34997 in Stuart Florida, March showed strong sales results with significant increases in sales and a corresponding decrease in inventory, unfortunately, the pending sales numbers were off significantly also. This was a strong month.

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Market Report: Stuart Point, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for March 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Residential Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34994, Residential Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 99 active listings (up 1 from February).

29 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 8 from last month).

6 Homes Sold in March (down 7 from February)

A weak month for the 34994 zip code area of Stuart Florida with decreases in all areas.

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Willoughby Golf Club Homes for Sale in Stuart, Florida – Price Reduced

Willoughby Golf Club Homes for Sale in Stuart, Florida

3481 SE Doubleton Drive

Amazing opportunity to own a spacious magnificent pool home overlooking two fairways in the prestigious Willoughby Golf Club (golf membership not mandatory). This amazing 3 BR 4 BA (plus cabana bath) with 3 car garage home features bright open spaces, high ceilings, an included entertainment system, custom built-ins, wet bar, summer kitchen (grill included), office, electric hurricane shutters, immense storage and much, much more. Screened heated pool and spa with a large lanai for casual or formal outdoor entertainment. This home is in spotless move-in condition with granite counters and updated appliances as well as dual storage. wine cooler. Priced well below replacement cost and ready for immediate occupancy. Currently offered for $675,000

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Willoughby Golf Club Homes for Sale in Stuart, Florida – Price Reduced

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for March 2011

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for March 2011

For March 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 201 active listings (down 5 from last month).

31 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (up 1 from February).

8 Homes Sold in February (up 1 from February).

All data showed positive signs, although in small numbers for March from the previous month for the Stuart Florida market activity for zip code 34996.

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Pierpoint Yacht Club Condo in Stuart Florida – Sold

Pierpoint Yacht Club Condo in Stuart Florida – Sold

Located in the heart of Stuart and on the shores of the wide Saint Lucie River, the Pierpoint Yacht Club Condominiums is the premier adult community in Stuart, Florida.  An extremely well-maintained complex of 8 buildings, some of which have magnificent water views.

Pierpoint has docks with boat slips for rent as available.  Also on this dock are a fishing station and benches for all Pierpoint residents to enjoy and use.  Stuart enjoys some of the finest fishing conditions in all of Florida and the east coast.

On the shores of the Saint Lucie River, Pierpoint has a large and active clubhouse with a full kitchen available for members and special occasions.  Adjacent to the clubhouse is one of two heated pools, a billiard room, a reading library and shuffleboard courts.  There’s an outdoor lounge for sipping cocktails right on the shores of the wide Saint Lucie River.  Lots of green space and ample parking complement this wonderful community.

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Pierpoint Yacht Club Condo in Stuart Florida – Sold

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Resort Style Condo for Sale in Indian River Plantation on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

Resort Style Condo for Sale in Indian River Plantation on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

Beautifully updated custom Pulte-built home in a prime Jensen Beach location. Featuring a spacious open plan with 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths, and a large 2 car garage on a small cul-de-sac street. There’s a large fenced backyard with a pool and covered patio that’s perfect for entertaining or play. A chef’s kitchen that features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.  High ceilings and lots of light from ample windows. Just off the backyard is a small lake that you can enjoy for bird watching or fishing, or take your canoe out for a paddle.  This excellent community boasts an ‘A’ rated school system with both the elementary and high schools only a short bike ride away.    Close to restaurants, shopping, and beaches. Come and see this great home!

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Resort Style Condo for Sale in Indian River Plantaion on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

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