An island still growing along Florida's east coast
Bounded east by the Atlantic Ocean and west by the Indian River, Hutchinson Island North has been a relatively small coastal community from its inception. The first wooden bridge wasn’t constructed until 1926, and electricity and phone lines weren’t made available until 1953. While the summer months do bring the buzz of tourism, Hutchinson Island North doesn’t get nearly as packed as West Palm Beach, Orlando, Miami and the Florida Keys. “There’s something for everybody here, and it’s got these quiet, peaceful beaches and little to no commercial properties,” says Richard Zangre, a Vero Beach resident and Realtor with Coldwell Banker Commercial Brokerage.
A condo sanctuary
Condos began appearing in 1968, with Little Ocean Place being the first to break ground. Now, there are dozens to choose from. “Much of the north end is all condos,” Zangre says. “And the market is pretty even; there’s a good supply of housing to match the demand.” Ocean Harbour North, Breakers Landing and Atlantic View Beach Club provide private parking and balconies adorned with chairs and decorations, perfect for enjoying the crisp, salty ocean breeze. Most two-bedroom condos sell for around $300,000, while penthouses encroach the million-dollar price range. A few multimillion-dollar Floridian beachfront estates offer backyard pools and five to six bedrooms. Homeowners have the option to rent out their homes in the summer through Airbnb and VRBO.
Learning by the Atlantic
River County School District’s youngest may attend Vero Beach Elementary School, earning a B-minus score from Niche. Students may then attend Storm Grove Middle School, with a B-plus Niche rating, before moving on to Sebastian River High School, ranked B from Niche, or the A-minus graded Vero Beach High School. Both high schools offer special interest clubs like the Air Force JROTC Program and Animal Rescue Club.
Manatee and sea turtle preservation efforts
Queens Island Preserve and its corresponding beach access are just a few miles away, along with Pepper Park Beach’s various shipwrecks, which make this spot popular for diving and snorkeling. There’s also Kings Island Park, Jack Island, Avalon State Park and Fort Pierce Inlet State Park. Jetty Park and Jack Island are mostly within walking distance of some of Hutchinson Island North. No matter which beach they go to, locals are sure to be fishing or out on the water in kayaks and boats, or catching waves on a surf or paddle board. There’s a culture of wildlife preservation here with manatees and sea turtles being the top priority among this community with the help of the Hutchinson Island Preservation Initiative.
Beachy bars and seaside shopping
Sharky's Seafood Restaurant is the only restaurant immediate to the neighborhood, which serves anything from pizza and burgers to fresh, local seafood. Nearby South Beach has more restaurant options with Archie's Seabreeze, Shuckers, and Square Grouper Tiki Bar Ft Pierce Inlet, a local favorite for its panoramic views, drinks and live music. Grocery stores include The Fresh Market, Walmart Express and Big Lots in Vero Beach. “Fort Pierce is close by, and it’s the second-oldest city in Florida with a beautiful, laid-back downtown area,” Zangre says. “It has all the shopping and restaurants you’d want there, and there are Saturday farmers' markets.”
Life by the beach is never dull
Notable attractions include the Jackie Robinson Training Complex, Lucie County Aquarium, McKee Botanical Gardens, Elliott Museum, House of Refuge and the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center. “The National Navy Seal Museum is a super popular destination, even for the locals,” Zangre says. “The Navy Seals do a mock landing every year; they set up the bleachers and come in from the sea, it’s really entertaining.” Locals also enjoy practicing their swing at BigShots Golf Vero Beach.
Boogie down the beach
Golf carts, motorcycles, cars and bikes travel along the main road, and it's not uncommon to see surfers on foot. Main roads include Highway A1A, which cuts through Jim Island and South Ocean Drive. North and South Hutchinson Islands are located roughly 110 miles north of Fort Lauderdale and southeast of Orlando, home of Disney World. NASA Kennedy Space Center and West Palm Beach are just an hour's drive away. HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is roughly 14 miles away, and while the island is surrounded by small airports, Vero Beach Regional Airport and Melbourne Orlando International Airport are the two main public airports for locals.
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Hutchinson Island North Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hutchinson Island North, Fort Pierce sell after 137 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hutchinson Island North, Fort Pierce over the last 12 months is $465,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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