Hutchinson Island North
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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mark Hufnagel
Mark Hufnagel
Coldwell Banker Realty
(772) 238-7229
74 Total Sales
1 in Hutchinson Island North
$136,000 Price
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Andrew Burr
Andrew Burr
The Keyes Company
(561) 725-8548
94 Total Sales
1 in Hutchinson Island North
$1,060,000 Price
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Dawn Burlace
Dawn Burlace
Responds QuicklyFlorida Real Estate Navigators
(772) 946-1245
109 Total Sales
1 in Hutchinson Island North
$435,000 Price
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Jason Coley
Jason Coley
Atlantic Shores Realty Execs.
(772) 732-3416
806 Total Sales
1 in Hutchinson Island North
$600,000 Price
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Michele Scherger
Michele Scherger
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
(561) 309-2950
133 Total Sales
4 in Hutchinson Island North
$135K - $690K Price Range
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Nancy Marquez
Nancy Marquez
Coldwell Banker Paradise
(561) 461-2066
78 Total Sales
14 in Hutchinson Island North
$270K - $705K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Donald B. Moore Heritage Preserve
Pepper Park Riverside
- Boating
- Fishing
- Grills
Fort Pierce Inlet State Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Grills
Jetty Park
Avalon State Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Museum Pointe Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hutchinson Island North | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hutchinson Island North Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hutchinson Island North, Fort Pierce sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hutchinson Island North, Fort Pierce over the last 12 months is $222,500, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$269,000
Median Sale Price
$222,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$744,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$365,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
16%
Last 12 months Home Sales
109
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,836
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,186
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,482
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,274
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
920
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 2312 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,273
Median Age
69
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
60.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,328
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,557
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
36.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
54°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
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