Stuart

About Stuart

Stuart sits on Florida's Atlantic coast in Martin County and is famous for its pedestrian-friendly historic downtown. Known as the Sailfish Capital of the World, the whole town is built around the water and a slower pace.

You get a walkable riverfront downtown, quiet barrier-island beaches on Hutchinson Island, and a strong boating and fishing culture. Homes range from historic cottages near downtown to waterfront homes on the river, condos on the island, and gated communities.

What Stuart is known for

• The Sailfish Capital. World-class fishing and a boating culture, with access to the St. Lucie Inlet and the Atlantic.
• Walkable downtown. Green markets, live music, local dining, and the riverwalk.
• Old Florida character. Historic homes, the famous downtown sailfish, and real town charm.

Things to do in Stuart

A few local signatures: a stroll through downtown Stuart and the riverwalk, a fishing charter out the St. Lucie Inlet, and the beaches of Hutchinson Island.

Communities We Love in Stuart

Common questions about Stuart

What is downtown Stuart like?

Downtown Stuart is one of the most walkable town centers on the Treasure Coast, with green markets, live music, local dining, and a riverfront boardwalk. It gives Stuart a real sense of place that a lot of buyers fall for.

Where is the best boating and ocean access in Stuart?

Sailfish Point and Sewall's Point are the names that come up first, with access to the St. Lucie Inlet and the Atlantic. Stuart is the Sailfish Capital of the World for a reason. Dock depth and bridge clearance vary, and we will check both for any home. Our Sewall's Point waterfront buyer's guide walks through what to check.

Is Sewall's Point part of Stuart?

No. Sewall's Point is its own incorporated town on the peninsula just east of downtown Stuart, with its own commission and police department. Many addresses there still read Stuart, which is where the mix-up comes from. Our guide to living in Sewall's Point explains how the town works.

Which Stuart neighborhoods are best for families?

North River Shores and the neighborhoods around downtown are popular with families for their schools and walkability. Tell us your kids' ages and we will line up the right area and school zone.

What kinds of homes does Stuart have?

A real range, from historic cottages near downtown to waterfront homes on the river, condos on Hutchinson Island, and gated communities. There is something at most price points.

What are the schools like?

Stuart sits in the Martin County district, which is well regarded. Once we know your kids' ages we will match you to the right zone, and the live school ratings on this page are a good starting point.

See Stuart for yourself.