Between dolphin, manatee and sea turtle sightings and the revving of boats and jet skis, South Beach offers daily living akin to a resort vacation. While nearby surf shops, museums and long boardwalks bring visitors in the summer months, it’s nothing compared to the mega-tourism of West Palm Beach, Orlando, Miami and the Florida Keys. South Beach is a part of two barrier islands with large, scenic beaches, nature preserves and ample beachy bars and restaurants. “There’s something for everybody in South Beach,” says Richard Zangre, a Vero Beach resident and Realtor at Coldwell Banker Commercial. “It’s got these quiet, peaceful beaches. Repairs happen yearly, so they’re well taken care of.”
With multiple beach access points, South Beach residents can enjoy a day out on the beach.
Many South Beach single family homes sport a pool in their backyards.
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Multimillion dollar beachfront estates
Because South Beach is on a narrow Peninsula with a growing population, most homes for sale are condos off the single main road along the island, with waterfront views and dock access. Condos began appearing in 1968, with Little Ocean Place being the first to break ground. Now, condos such as Ocean Harbour North, Breakers Landing, Bryn Mawr Ocean Towers and Atlantic View Beach Club provide residents with balcony views and private parking. Penthouses encroach the million-dollar price range. Sprinkled throughout the island are multimillion-dollar Floridian beachfront estates offering luxurious backyard pools and five to six bedrooms. There’s a good chance of securing housing here, Zangre says. The market levels out with plenty of options to meet demands. Homeowners have the option of renting their homes through Airbnb and VRBO.
Many single family homes on the water in South Beach have private docks for their boats.
Small condos can be found overlooking the ocean in South Beach.
An aerial overview of South Beach over the jetty.
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Air Force or Animal Rescue Club
Two school districts, Brevard Public Schools and Indian River County School District, serve South Beach families. The island’s youngest may Vero Beach Elementary School, which earns a B-minus score from Niche. Students may then attend Storm Grove Middle School, with a B-plus Niche rating, before moving on to 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.
Vero Beach High School serves the students of Vero Beach South with a quality education.
Storm Grove Middle School is a STEAM school focused on environment and arts.
Vero Beach Elementary School serves young students in the area and receives a B- grade from Niche.
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Pepper Park Beach shipwrecks
Frederick Douglass Memorial Park is only a few miles away, along with Pepper Park Beach’s various shipwrecks, which make this spot popular for diving and snorkeling. There’s also South Beach Park, Jack Island, Middle Cove Beach and Blind Creek Beach. Jetty Park and Jack Island are mostly within walking distance of some of South Beach. 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.
The Jaycee Park in South Beach offers a beach, large playground and more.
Enjoy a surf day, any day, in South Beach.
Jetty Park is a fun place to take a stroll and relax overlooking the ocean in South Beach.
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Seaside shopping and beachy eats on the Atlantic
Restaurants in South Beach draw locals from all over the Island. 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.”
Many South Beach locals have a night out at Sunrise Sands, offering live music and good food,
Enjoy some delicious fish tacos from Waters Edge in South Beach.
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Navy Seal Museum is a pretty big deal
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.
The Fort Pierce Aquarium is a large attraction found in South Beach.
Memorials are stamped on the Jetty Rocks remembering South Beach loved ones.
The museum is at the entrance to South Beach, just over the bridge.
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Surfers make their way to 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.
Enjoy a casual day at the beach in South Beach, Fort Pierce, where you never have to drive far.
Many of the South Beach marinas can be found on the Jetty or Intracoastal side.
Bear Point Sanctuary is another location to spend a day fishing in South Beach.
Get a photo opportunity in Jetty Park with this Fort Pierce sign in South Beach.
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South Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Beach, Fort Pierce sell after 115 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in South Beach, Fort Pierce over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
DIRECT OCEAN VIEWS! Stunning turquoise ocean views from this 6th floor 2-bedroom 2-bath furnished condo at Avalon Beach Club on beautiful South Hutchinson Island! Tropical vibes await you the minute you step into this condo! Tastefully furnished & decorated! Steps to the ocean & 3 blocks to the hub of island activity with the jetty park at the inlet & great restaurants, good food & entertainment!
Own the oceanfront resort lifestyle without the single-family upkeep. This turnkey 1BR/1BA in Ocean Village—Hutchinson Island's gated beachfront resort community—opens to a Florida room just steps from private beach access, made for sunrise coffee and sandy morning walks. The renovated kitchen and bath feel bright and coastal-fresh, with golf course views off the living room. Resort perks: 4
Lovely waterfront home with inground Gunite pool. Specular view of the canal and river. 3 new bathrooms. Mexican tile throughout, all new hurricane glass windows and doors, 2 car garage and large driveway for parking. Walk to private beach. $75 a year to join. Walk to Fort Pierce Inlet and restaurants. No fixed bridges, the FP Inlet is very close by boat. Desirable Surfside community MOTIVATED
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to your ultimate waterfront retreat—this stunning PENTHOUSE corner unit in Harbour Isle West boasts the widest, most breathtaking Intracoastal views in Harbour Isle. Spanning an expansive 2,000 square feet, this light-filled residence features soaring 10-foot ceilings and sweeping water views from every single room. The thoughtfully designed layout includes 2
Experience the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this fully furnished 1-bed, 1-bath first-floor condo in the highly desirable Golf Villas at Ocean Village on South Hutchinson Island. This bright 678 sq ft unit offers easy no-stairs access, an open living/dining layout, plantation shutters, wood-look floors, and a private patio. Perfect as a turnkey vacation retreat or permanent paradise with flexible
This beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, & coastal lifestyle. Nestled in a desirable 55+ community, this 2nd floor unit comes with all impact windows, Quartz kitchen counters, upgrade bathroom, 2022 A/C, 2024 water heater, and a 2025 Roof. A must see. Boating and lifestyle enthusiasts will love the added convenieces, including boat
Experience resort-style waterfront living in Harbour Isle, one of Fort Pierce’s premier coastal communities. This beautifully updated first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers an open-concept layout with modern neutral finishes, abundant natural light, and flexible living spaces ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or working from home. The stylish kitchen features a breakfast bar and seamless
This is the Condo You want! Rare End Unit Fully remodeled with new Impact windows. 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath with breathtaking views of the Ocean Sunrises & the Lagoon Sunsets. Sitting from your balcony looking out over untouched mangroves. Stunning views from every window. Tile Floors, New Kitchen with Quartz Counters. Comes fully furnished with Full size Washer and Dryer in unit. Well maintained Condo
Get away to South Beach, Fully furnished for your seasonal or year round get away. Rentals OK with 2 month min. Walk to the beach from this remodeled 2/2 townhouse. 1 bedroom and 1 bath upstairs, 1 bedroom and 1 bath downstairs. Newer metal roof. New back patio fence and paver stones. Updated kitchen, new washer/dryer. close to inlet, restaurants and hot spots, enjoy all that beach living has to
Luxury oceanfront living right at your fingertips. This stunning 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 1 car garage unit is conveniently located on the 2nd floor with beautiful ocean and main pool views. This condo has been recently renovated with new furnishings, paint, granite countertops in kitchen, wet bar and baths and impact windows and electric shutters throughout. This highly sought after community is
Rare courtyard-style Intracoastal estate on South Hutchinson Island with private deep-water dock and two boat lifts. Wide, unobstructed water views greet you upon entry and flow throughout the home. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, walls of glass open to a private pool, screened patio, and expansive paver terrace. This 3BR/3BA/2 car garage residence offers privacy, elegance, and
Beautiful ground-floor corner end unit on the west side with peaceful park-like views. Spacious 2BR/2BA condo just under 2,000 sq ft with 10' ceilings. Granite countertops in kitchen and baths. Bright end unit with abundant natural light and access to all island amenities. Walk to restaurants, bars, and enjoy the island lifestyle.
Escape to the quintessential coastal lifestyle in this impeccably refreshed beach house, tucked away in the coveted Surfside community of Hutchinson Island. Just a short, barefoot stroll from the Atlantic's sandy shores, this home balances modern peace of mind with effortless island charm. You'll breathe easy knowing the "heavy lifting" has already been handled—from the robust 2023 roof and
Beautiful ground-floor corner end unit on the west side with peaceful park-like views. Spacious 2BR/2BA condo just under 2,000 sq ft with 10' ceilings. Granite countertops in kitchen and baths. Bright end unit with abundant natural light and access to all island amenities. Walk to restaurants, bars, and enjoy the island lifestyle.
Immerse yourself in barefoot luxury at The Atrium. This stunning penthouse offers elegant marble floors and floor-to-ceiling windows that showcases how amazing the panoramic ocean views truly are. The light-filled interior flows effortlessly to an expansive private balcony, perfect for watching the Atlantic sunrise. This unit features a private garage and a water filtration system for ultimate
Rare 3/2 Corner Stunning Beach condo Furnished TurnKey. Available Short term $3800 3+ Months or Annual $3500. This highly sought-after 9th floor end unit boasts 3 bedrooms & two bathrooms, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Indian River Lagoon. This side of the building overlooks a preserve so all you get is BEAUTY! You get Sunrises and Sunsets Through NEW Impact windows! Living
Property Id: 645247 Furnished condo on Florida’s “Treasure Coast” - call Dan at to book direct! Ocean Village 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom 3rd floor end unit overlooking 8th hole of the Ocean Village 9-hole par-27 golf course. Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator/freezer, range, dishwasher, microwave), engineered stone kitchen countertop, all-tiled floors, stacked washer/dryer, two
Enjoy easy living in this fully furnished 1BD/1BA 2nd-floor corner condo in desirable Ocean Village, featuring a newly updated front door and furnishings. Conveniently located near the pool, tennis courts, and many of the community's amenities, this condo offers both comfort and convenience. Relax on the screened-in patio overlooking the lake and enjoy resort-style living with golf, on-site
The advertised rate of $4,597/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 21, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
Beautifully updated ocean-view townhome-style condo on Hutchinson Island. Enjoy panoramic Atlantic views from the living room and primary suite, plus intracoastal views from the guest bedroom. Features include wood flooring, modern kitchen with sleek counters & stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and private balcony. The unit comes tastefully furnished and with everything you may need
The advertised rate of $5,697/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) stay with a move-in date of November 1, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can
Enjoy the sunset on one of the two decks overlooking the beautiful Indian River in this spacious, one-of-a-kind townhome! Walking distance to the beach, your own dock, with a slip and boat lift! If you love boating, the ocean, fishing, or just love the scenery of living between Indian River and the ocean, then this home is for you! This spacious townhome features a first floor that is designed
The advertised rate of $3,790/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 21, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
The advertised rate of $3,613/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 21, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
The advertised rate of $4,741/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 21, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can be
FULLY FURNISHED + UTILITIES INCLUDED 6 minute walk to the sand! Bring the whole family to enjoy fun in the sun at our beautiful undisturbed beaches on Hutchinson Island. Hear the sound of waves breaking from the front door.This ground level unit has been fully renovated. Just steps to the ocean, this home is close to boat ramps, parks, restaurants, ball fields, boating, surfing, fishing
FULLY FURNISHED + UTILITIES INCLUDED 6 minute walk to the sand! Bring the whole family to enjoy fun in the sun at our beautiful undisturbed beaches on Hutchinson Island. Hear the sound of waves breaking from the front door.This ground level unit has been fully renovated. Just steps to the ocean, this home is close to boat ramps, parks, restaurants, ball fields, boating, surfing, fishing
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