Emerald Lakes is a gated community off Seabranch Boulevard in Hobe Sound with lakefront lots and homes built mostly in the 2000s. County records show roughly 386 homesites, with homes built 1970–2006 and a median living area of about 1,512 sq ft.
Emerald Lakes is a guard-gated community in Stuart with 386 homesites built between 1970 and 2006, primarily townhouses along with single-family residences and condominiums. Community amenities include a heated pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a community room, picnic area, jogging path, sidewalks and street lights, with a manager on site; monthly HOA fees typically run $249 to $262 and commonly cover cable TV, common areas, security and grounds maintenance. Assigned schools are SeaWind Elementary, Murray Middle and South Fork High, and closed sales over the past 12 months ranged from $210,000 to $444,900 with a median of $277,700. The listings below come from the MLS subdivision records for Emerald Lakes, so you only see homes actually inside the community.
Location context: Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike. Stuart to West Palm Beach runs ~40 min; to Fort Lauderdale ~70 min; to Port St. Lucie ~20 min. The county's low-density character and Intracoastal access attract buyers seeking a quieter Treasure Coast alternative to Palm Beach County.
Search Only Inside Emerald Lakes
Most Stuart searches return everything in the zip code. The listings on this page are matched by MLS subdivision name, and this map search uses the neighborhood's recorded plat boundary — either way you only see homes for sale that are actually inside Emerald Lakes.
Refine by price, beds, and baths on the map, or save the search to be alerted the moment a new listing appears inside the boundary.
Neighborhood Snapshot
Emerald Lakes — Stuart, Martin County (Martin County Property Appraiser data)
Gated Entry With Guard
Tennis Court(s)
Pool
Street Lights
Pickleball Court(s)
Sidewalks
Heated Pool
Parking
Zoned schools: SeaWind, Murray, South Fork
Homes built 1970–2006
About 386 homesites
Why Choose Emerald Lakes?
Key reasons buyers and sellers choose this Martin County community
Established Stuart Location
Emerald Lakes sits in Stuart, within easy reach of Stuart / Treasure Coast employment, the beaches, and the Intracoastal. Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike.
Know the Real Value Before You Offer
Resale pricing in Emerald Lakes swings with condition, updates, roof and A/C age, and insurance costs. Our team runs neighborhood comps and checks the details that move value before you commit.
Sell With a Neighborhood Expert
If you own in Emerald Lakes, we track every sale inside the boundary, price your home against true in-neighborhood comps, and market it to buyers already searching this community.
Major Employers Within Commuting Distance
Key employment centers accessible from Stuart / Treasure Coast
Cleveland Clinic / Martin HealthStuart ~15 min
Pratt & Whitney (via I-95)Jupiter ~25 min
Martin County SchoolsStuart ~15 min
Tradition Medical CenterPort St. Lucie ~20 min
Cummins AllisonStuart ~10 min
Places of Interest
Water
Sandsprit Park boat ramp~10 min
Manatee Pocket (Port Salerno)~15 min
St. Lucie Inlet~20 min
Beaches
Stuart Beach~15 min
Bathtub Reef Beach~20 min
Jensen Beach~20 min
Healthcare
Cleveland Clinic Martin North~10 min
Cleveland Clinic Martin South~10 min
Tradition Medical Center~25 min
Shopping
Downtown Stuart~10 min
Treasure Coast Square~10 min
Publix / Kanner Hwy shops~5 min
Emerald Lakes at a Glance
Home types: townhomes, single-family homes, condos
Active listing prices: $220,000–$435,000 (active listings)
Recent sales: $210,000–$444,900 (30 closed sales, last 12 months)
HOA: $249–$262/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerald Lakes and buying or selling in Martin County
What is Emerald Lakes in Stuart?
Emerald Lakes is a gated single-family homes neighborhood in Stuart, Martin County, Florida, established in the 1970s. Paradise Realty FLA represents buyers and sellers in Emerald Lakes directly — our brokerage is based in Stuart and serves Martin, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties.
What do homes in Emerald Lakes cost?
Based on the Martin County Property Appraiser's 2025 roll, the median assessed value in Emerald Lakes is about $262,880; market listings typically fall around $250,000-$350,000 depending on size, updates, and lot. Our team pulls current in-neighborhood comps before you make or accept an offer.
Does Emerald Lakes have an HOA?
Emerald Lakes is a gated community with a mandatory homeowners association; dues and any membership requirements should be verified at contract. A local specialist can confirm current figures before you make an offer.
How does the neighborhood listing search work?
The listings on this page are pulled by MLS subdivision name for Emerald Lakes (Martin County, Stuart), so they show only homes for sale inside the community rather than everything in the Stuart zip code. The map search uses the recorded plat boundary; open it to refine by price, beds, and baths, or save the search for alerts.
How does Paradise Realty FLA help Emerald Lakes buyers and sellers?
Paradise Realty FLA is a Stuart-based brokerage that represents Emerald Lakes buyers and sellers directly. Our team handles the dually licensed intake consultation (real estate and financing together), runs in-neighborhood comps, and coordinates every document and deadline through closing.
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Never Miss an Opportunity
We offer a saved-search process that can track new listings, price changes, and back-on-market homes inside Emerald Lakes and send you alerts — so you have the chance to act on opportunities before they are gone.
Never Pay Too Much
A list price is not a value. We offer a comparable market analysis (CMA) using closed sales inside Emerald Lakes before you write an offer — just ask, and we will prepare it — so you can base your offer on what the home is worth, not what it is listed for.
Intake + Coordination
Dually licensed intake consultation, direct Realtor representation, and a transaction coordinator through closing.
Contract Guidance
Navigate inspections, insurance, financing contingencies, and negotiation with an advocate who knows Martin County resale terms.
Educational First
No pressure — we serve as your educational resource every step of the way.
Deadline Protection
Transaction coordinator monitors every contract deadline and contingency from acceptance to closing.
Buyers and Sellers
Whether you are buying into Emerald Lakes or selling your home there, the same local expertise works for you.
