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Saint Joe Beach

Saint Joe Beach

Neighborhood in Gulf County

Gulf County 32456

$647,340 Average Value
$365 Average Price per Sq Ft
57 Homes For Sale

Beachfront living on Florida’s Forgotten Coast

Saint Joe Beach is a coastal neighborhood in Gulf County, Florida, known for its white-sand shoreline and clear water. Almost 8 miles outside Port Saint Joe proper, and nearly 30 miles from Panama City, Saint Joe Beach is sought-after for its quiet seaside getaway vibe. “It’s very secluded,” says Lacey Martina, a Naumann Group Realtor and Forgotten Coast local. “Most everybody who lives here is beaching it. You buy here for the beach,” she says.
Homes on the water come with a premium price tag, most homes are very close to the water in St. Joe Beach.
Homes on the water come with a premium price tag, most homes are very close to the water in St. Joe Beach.
St. Joe Beach is known for its beautiful white sand beaches.
St. Joe Beach is known for its beautiful white sand beaches.
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Vacation rentals and second homes in beachy styles

While the median hovers close to $550,000, sale prices start under $300,000 and quickly rise to more than $3 million, depending on size and view. Large homes with Charleston-style two-story wraparound porches and unobstructed water views tend to sell for north of $900,000. Modest coastal cottages and townhomes set back from the gulf typically range between $200,000 and $800,000. "People own these as second homes and rent them out as summer rentals. It's a hot vacation spot," Martina says. The neighborhood is at high risk of flooding and wind damage during hurricane season. In 2018, this part of the Panhandle saw 9 to 14 feet of flooding during Category 5 Hurricane Michael. “It flattened a lot of the area, which is why pretty much everything here is new construction,” Martina says.
New build townhomes with modern coastal features are being built across the street from beach access in St. Joe Beach.
New build townhomes with modern coastal features are being built across the street from beach access in St. Joe Beach.
Large beach homes on the water offer spectacular views.
Large beach homes on the water offer spectacular views.
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Outdoor recreation on the Saint Joe Beach coast

The beach is the star of the neighborhood’s recreational amenities. Most homes are within half a mile of the water, and there are several public access points scattered along the coast, including one at Veterans Memorial Park at Beacon Hill. The big waterfront park also has an amphitheater, which hosts outdoor concerts and fireworks shows, as well as playgrounds and pickleball courts. The beach area is pet-friendly, and there’s a grassy, fenced-in dog park for off-leash play. WindMark Beach, a mixed-use development to the south, also has public beach access and an amphitheater, along with a swimming pool, fitness center and other recreational amenities.
An afternoon at the beach is about as good as it gets in St. Joe Beach.
An afternoon at the beach is about as good as it gets in St. Joe Beach.
The pavilion at Veterans Memorial Park in St. Joe Beach is used for many events throughout the year.
The pavilion at Veterans Memorial Park in St. Joe Beach is used for many events throughout the year.
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Highly rated Gulf District Schools

The Gulf District Schools system serves Saint Joe Beach. The district allows controlled open enrollment, but many students go to Port St. Joe Elementary for preschool through sixth grade and continue to Port St. Joe Jr./Sr. High for seventh through 12th. The elementary school receives a B grade from Niche. The combined junior and senior high school, which offers a dual enrollment program with Gulf Coast State College, gets an A-minus.
The Gulf/Franklin Campus of Gulf Coast State College offers evening classes in general education to meet requirements for associate degrees and college credit certificate programs.
The Gulf/Franklin Campus of Gulf Coast State College offers evening classes in general education to meet requirements for associate degrees and college credit certificate programs.
Port St. Joe Elementary School is an above average, public school located in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Port St. Joe Elementary School is an above average, public school located in Port St. Joe, Florida.
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U.S. Route 98 connects to Panama City and Port Saint Joe

U.S. Route 98 runs north toward Panama City and south to Port Saint Joe, about 8 miles away. Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf is on Port Saint Joe’s south side, almost 11 miles away. The drive typically takes 20 minutes with no traffic on Route 98. Panama City’s Northwest Florida Beaches International, over 50 miles away, is the closest commercial airport. Saint Joe Beach’s CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
US Hwy 98 runs along the beach and through the middle of the St. Joe Beach community.
US Hwy 98 runs along the beach and through the middle of the St. Joe Beach community.
Ascension Sacred Heart Hostpital offers medical care to the Port St. Joe communities.
Ascension Sacred Heart Hostpital offers medical care to the Port St. Joe communities.
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U.S. Route 98 and WindMark Beach Village Center shopping/dining

Shopping in Saint Joe Beach is limited to the Dollar General on U.S. Route 98. Dining options are also few and far between. Shipwreck Raw Bar is a popular seafood spot, and Lookout Lounge & Package is a lively bar and package store that hosts karaoke, live music and a regular food truck. WindMark Beach’s walkable downtown-style Village Center has more retailers and restaurants, like Bruno’s Pizza and The Mill Mercantile & Social.
Shipwreck Raw Bar is a local favorite spot for lunch and dinner in St. Joe Beach.
Shipwreck Raw Bar is a local favorite spot for lunch and dinner in St. Joe Beach.
The Windmark Village shopping district offers boutique shopping with unique dining options in St. Joe Beach.
The Windmark Village shopping district offers boutique shopping with unique dining options in St. Joe Beach.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Northwest Florida Beaches International

78 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Saint Joe Beach 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

Saint Joe Beach Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$549,450
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$535,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$340,312
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
84
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$365

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
734
Number of Homes for Sale
57
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
8.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,627
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,351
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,341
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

  • Friday, Jun 27
    10am - 12pm

    211 Cortez St, Port Saint Joe, FL 32456

    $575,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,680 Sq Ft
    • 211 Cortez St
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to your beach retreat just one block from the white sands of St. Joe Beach! This beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious corner lot and offers an easy walk to the Gulf. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the open-concept layout features 9' ceilings, a spacious living area with a cozy gas fireplace, and a stylish kitchen with a large island, pantry, and

    Carla Ashabranner Selling The Coast

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,844
Median Age
61
Population under 18
12.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
41.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,250
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,178

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.5%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
% Population in Labor Force
59.3%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
58''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Saint Joe Beach
Carol Erwin
Forgotten Coast Realty of NW Florida LLC
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