Neighborhood · Hobe Sound, Florida
Emerald Lakes
Attainable Hobe Sound living with room to breathe
1
Homes for sale
$269,999
Median list price
$210
Avg price / sqft
76
Median days on market
Emerald Lakes sits in the quiet interior of Hobe Sound, a Martin County community built for buyers who want a manageable, single-story lifestyle without the coastal price tag. It's the kind of pocket where neighbors know each other and nearby enclaves like Heritage Ridge and Papaya Village fill out the surrounding streets. Kids here are zoned for Murray Middle School and South Fork High School, keeping the daily routine close to home.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more accessible entry points in the area — the current active listing is priced at $269,999, and homes have sold over the past year at a median of $241,500. Inventory is genuinely thin, with just one home on the market right now, so watch the live map and move quickly when something fits. Sellers here are getting about 97% of asking, which tells you serious offers get taken seriously.
Emerald Lakes is a community in Hobe Sound, Florida.
Quick facts
$269,999 – $270K price range
1,288 sqft median home
4 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Emerald Lakes
Every active listing inside the Emerald Lakes boundary
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Browse Emerald Lakes
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Emerald Lakes market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$241,500
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
46 days
Median time to sell
Emerald Lakes vs Hobe Sound
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 34.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Emerald Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Emerald Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Emerald Lakes home
≈ $1,677/mo
$269,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
1,107
Median age
36
Median income
$64,643
Median home value
$260,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Emerald Lakes
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Lifestyles
Top 12% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Food & Drink
Top 14% in the U.S.Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Emotional
Top 16% in the U.S.Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 17% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Straight answers
Emerald Lakes FAQs
Is Emerald Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established residential community in Hobe Sound that suits buyers who want a low-maintenance, single-story home near neighbors they'll actually get to know. Families are zoned for South Fork High School and Sea Wind Elementary, and nearby enclaves keep the area settled and residential rather than transient.
Is Emerald Lakes expensive?+
No — it's one of the more attainable spots in Hobe Sound, with the current listing at $269,999 and a median sold price of $241,500 over the past year. Add a median property tax of about $524 a year, and the total cost of ownership stays reasonable for the region.
What do homes cost in Emerald Lakes?+
The single active listing is priced at $269,999, working out to roughly $210 per square foot on a median home size near 1,288 sqft. Over the last 12 months, four homes sold at a median of $241,500.
How is the market in Emerald Lakes?+
Inventory is very tight — just one home is active right now — and homes take a median of 76 days to sell. Sellers are averaging about 97% of their asking price, so well-priced homes still command close to full value.
What about HOA fees and taxes?+
Property taxes are low here, with a median of about $524 per year. HOA figures aren't currently reported for the active inventory, so confirm any association dues directly on the specific home you're considering.
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