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Duck Key offers resort-style living all year
Duck Key eerily resembles a duck floating in the Atlantic Ocean — hence the name. But this island in the Florida Keys is much more than a tiny, waterfowl-shaped community. Located halfway between Marathon and Layton, the Key is known for its resort feel, and not just because it’s home to Hawks Cay Resort. “It’s an exclusive little community,” says longtime Keys resident Rose Dell, broker associate with Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty. “It’s not gated, but it feels very posh.” The island sits on the south side of U.S. Highway 1, or Overseas Highway, with waterfront homes centered around a private social club and recreation center. Residents can join the active Duck Key Fishing Club, dine at Hawks Cay’s fine restaurants and store their boats at the local marina. Hurricanes are just as likely here as the rest of the Keys, but the island’s concrete block structures are well-equipped to handle high winds and rising water. Flood insurance is a must, and premiums can be high, but some consider the price a fair exchange for the upscale island lifestyle.
Hawks Cay Resort can be found once you enter Duck Key offering many family ameneties.
Hawks Cay resort offers a dolphin encounter in Duck Key.
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Million-dollar waterfront homes are typical in Duck Key
Duck Key is one of the more costly middle Keys. It features raised waterfront homes with wraparound porches reminiscent of the Bahamian-style conch home. Many homes are framed by tropical foliage; some come with private pools or docks. Smaller properties under 1,000 square feet are found farther inland and can cost between $800,000 and $1 million, while larger homes and oceanside estates can sell between $1 million and $3 million. Homes on the far southern end of the island tend to be the largest and most ornate and can easily top the $5 million mark. “They have bigger lots, better boating access, and there’s a consistency to the concrete homes. So it’s no surprise that it’s more expensive,” Dell says. Empty lots are also available for buyers to build their dream home. These parcels are usually less than half an acre and cost between $300,000 and $600,000. Furnished condos and townhouses are also available on the grounds of Hawks Cay Resort, offering an amenity-rich resort lifestyle for $700,000 to $800,000.
The canals of Duck Key offer crystal clear water.
Luxury and modern homes are a new addition to Duck Key.
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Club Duck Key is the center of recreation
In addition to providing a central docking point for residents, the Duck Key Marina offers wet and dry boat storage. At the center of the community, Club Duck Key serves as a recreation center for the entire island, even welcoming residents from neighboring Keys to use its tennis courts, pickleball courts and outdoor pool. The Lagoon, an adventure park and day resort on the coast of Grassy Key, is home to an adrenaline-pumping obstacle course that stretches over the water. The resort also includes Keys Cable Park, which operates a cable system that allows wakeboarders a boat-free experience. Curry Hammock State Park, a secluded reserve for beachgoers, kayakers and campers, is about 6 miles away.
The Duck Key Club offers a pool, clubhouse, tennis court and green space.
The pool at Duck Club Key is a popular amenity and place to cool off.
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Underwater concerts and Hemingway Days
Community events such as happy hours, holiday festivals, tiki nights and luncheons occur monthly at Club Duck Key. The Florida Keys also host several exciting events throughout the year, including the Underwater Music Festival. This 40-year tradition features a radio concert beneath the waves at Looe Key Reef, raising money and awareness for reef protection. Many divers bring marine-themed faux instruments to “play” during the show. In summer, Key West returns to the 1930s during Hemingway Days, which honor the famed author and his love for the island with lookalike contests, street fairs and a sunset 5K. Additional events include the Lower Keys Island Art Festival in Big Pine Key.
Dockside restaurants at Hawks Cay Resort
Angler and Ale, a dockside restaurant just off the Overseas Highway, marks the beginning of Hawks Cay Resort. This vacation destination also provides fine dining options for Duck Key’s residents. The resort also includes Sixty-One Prime, a steakhouse whose walls are covered with nautical photography. Neighboring Grassy Key is home to Bongo’s Botanical Beer Garden and Café, one of the premier restaurants within the adventure park The Lagoon. The beer garden serves a variety of brews made from island-grown fruits that locals can sip while strolling the tropical gardens. There are plenty of hammocks to relax in, while daily concerts keep the energy high. Across the street, locally owned Georgie’s Coffee is a popular stop, especially for dog owners who can dine with their pups on the patio. The closest grocery store is the Publix Super Market, about 12 miles away in Marathon, where shoppers will also find Winn-Dixie and Walgreens.
Bongos Botanical Beer Garden can be found in the Lagoon just minutes from Duck Key.
Anglers and Ale is a popular in Duck Key restaurant overlooking Hawks Cay Marina.
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Early college credits are available at Marathon High
Stanley Switlik Elementary, which receives a B-plus from Niche, is a 13-mile bus ride away on Boot Key. B-rated Marathon Middle High School enrolls sixth through 12th grade students and offers juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn early college credit through the Dual Enrollment Collegiate Academy. As part of Monroe County School District, students can enroll in any district school, although bus service is only offered for students attending their zoned locations.
Children in Duck Key can begin their education at Stanley Switlik Elementary.
Marathon Middle High School in Duck Key is home to the Dolphins.
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Miami-Dade buses are accessible in Marathon
Like many of the Keys, Duck is primarily a car-dependent area. Miami-Dade County bus routes extend through the upper and middle Keys, but the closest stop is 12 miles away in Marathon outside the Florida Keys-Marathon International Airport. The Overseas Highway also leads past Marathon’s Baptist Health Fishermen’s Community Hospital.
Duck Key residents can fly into and out of Marathon Airport.
A public bus connecting Monroe County to Miami Dade County runs on the Overseas Highway in Duck Key.
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On average, homes in Duck Key, FL sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Duck Key, FL over the last 12 months is $1,117,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
You don't often hear 'affordable' and 'Duck Key' in the same sentence, but this top-floor end unit proves you can live on one of the Keys' most desirable islands without breaking the bank. The end-unit location means extra windows that flood the space with natural light, and your private patio is the perfect spot to unwind at the end of the day. Inside you'll find tile floors throughout, a full
Big Price Drop!!! The Perfect fully furnished weekend escape, or high yield, fully managed resort style rental property! Experience the charm of the Florida Keys in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath villa at The Village at Hawks Cay. Set along a beautiful and wide canal, this waterfront property offers spectacular views and a peaceful setting ideal for relaxation and entertaining (and
This 7,500 sq ft residential lot on Duck Key Island offers 75 ft of canal frontage and 100 ft of deep-water canal depth on the ocean side with crystal-clear waters. This property is yacht accessible. The ROGO permit is already grandfathered in, so it's ready to build with no waiting in the ROGO line and you can start construction today. Fully approved dock plans are included. A three-story home
Welcome to the secure and luxurious island of Duck Key. This 3-story, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is perfect for any family. Duck Key features pristine blue waters and excellent dining options, with a yearly rental period that keeps the island tranquil. Enjoy Florida's perks: no state income tax, an average of 230 sunny days per year, stunning beaches, and top-rated public, private, and charter
Life on the water begins the moment you arrive at this beautifully positioned open water home on prestigious Harbour Drive in Duck Key. Surrounded by swaying palms and tropical landscaping, this classic 2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Florida Keys coastal cottage sits on an oversized 11,250 sq. ft. lot highlighted by a bright open-concept layout with panoramic views of Toms Harbor. Built with CBS
If you're searching for the look, feel, and scent of brand-new construction—complete with soaring vaulted ceilings—on exclusive Duck Key, this is the one.This solid concrete waterfront home has been completely reimagined from top to bottom by the current owner, with no expense spared and uncompromising attention to detail throughout. Every major system and finish is brand new, including
Rare opportunity to secure a prime waterfront homesite on highly desirable Duck Key. This is presenting the perfect canvas to design and build a custom island retreat exactly to your vision. Even better, the property is ROGO exempt, meaning no waiting for a new building permit -- a verified build right is already in place (letter on file). Boaters will appreciate the 82 feet of dockage, deep
Welcome to 273 W Seaview Dr, your sanctuary in the heart of tropical paradise! This concrete fortress, built to withstand hurricanes, ensures peace of mind in any weather. The 3/2 house, completed in 2020, boasts modern amenities and stylish finishes, offering both safety and spaciousness. This property is perfect for a vacation home, allowing you to relax and enjoy the vibrant surroundings of
8,190 SF vacant lot on Duck Key Island along a deep water canal with open water views. Located next to Hawks Cay Resort, which offers dolphin swims, dining by a Michelin-rated chef, and a marina. Duck Key is centrally positioned near luxury restaurants in the Keys, Grassy Key sandbar, deep drops for offshore fishing, clear Bahamian waters, nearby reefs for lobstering and reef fishing, and the
Discover a luxurious oceanfront haven on Duck Key, Florida, listed at $5,250,000. This 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,417 sq ft home on a 10,070 sq ft lot in Plantation Island blends elegance with island charm. Built in 1965 and exquisitely updated in 2019 with brand new AC, Electric and Plumbing. It features shell stone-wrapped walls, iceberg marble floors on the first level, and onyx marble upstairs, with a
Welcome to this stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 3 story home on the quiet ocean side of Duck Key's exclusive Yacht Club Island. The beautifully landscaped grounds and resort style pool area set the tone from the moment you arrive. A beautiful metal spiral staircase connects each level, leading you to the top floor where an open concept kitchen, half bath, and living room are wrapped in windows
Discover a slice of paradise in the heart of the Florida Keys. This vacant lot offers a rare opportunity to own property in the sought-after Duck Key community, known for its tranquil canals, tropical scenery, and upscale island lifestyle. No Building Right: This lot does not currently have a building right, making it ideal for long-term investment or as an addition to an existing nearby property.
Welcome to 273 W Seaview Dr, your sanctuary in the heart of tropical paradise! This concrete fortress, built to withstand hurricanes, ensures peace of mind in any weather. The 3/2 house, completed in 2020, boasts modern amenities and stylish finishes, offering both safety and spaciousness. This property is perfect for a vacation home, allowing you to relax and enjoy the vibrant surroundings of
28-day minimum rental. Welcome to paradise! This luxury 4,700+ SF custom home is just 1,100 ft from the ocean inlet with no fixed bridges, 100' wide canal, and ocean views from the 3rd-story loft. Includes two 25K lb boat lifts (up to 40' boats), double jet ski lift, paddle boards, fishing rods, golf carts, and more. Kid-friendly with 6 bunk beds—sleeps 16+. Features hurricane impact windows,
Experience the laid-back luxury of Duck Key in this beautifully appointed waterfront residence. Designed for both comfort and entertaining, the home features a chef’s kitchen with premium appliances, generous counter space, and custom cabinetry that will delight any culinary enthusiast.Rich Brazilian wood floors add warmth and elegance throughout the living spaces, while the spacious primary
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Monthly and weekly rates available. Wide water views from this beautiful renovated furnished condo boasting a fantastic floor plan (one of the larger units), is attractively decorated w/an updated & modern coastal look. Many windows for natural light & huge L-shaped balcony boasting pocket sliding doors for indoor/outdoor living. Kitchen has white countertops, newer SS appliances, and a terrific
This condo is available immediately for 6 months to 1 year. Rented Furnished, and turn key. Corner unit on the upper floor. First last and Security are required. Plus utilities Options for a shorter term are available at an increased price of $3,500.00 per month plus taxes, and fees. Utilities are included at this price. Common Laundry area, for paid laundry use, parking for 2 vehicles.
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