Between its tidal pools and mangrove lagoons, Tavernier is no stranger to Florida wildlife. The island, home to the Garden Club of the Upper Keys and the Florida Keys Wild Bird Sanctuary, began as a small fishing community in the early 1900s. For decades, the island’s shallow flats have supported native birds such as cormorants, pelicans, egrets and herons, while the lagoon’s grassy beds welcomed small barracuda. Now, it’s considered one of the largest upper Keys, and while it has a handful of businesses, locals say it’s the proximity to the nearby cities that make this an attractive area. “The key to that area – no pun intended – is that it’s nestled between Key Largo and Islamorada, giving you the amenities of both towns right at your fingertips,” says 23-year Keys resident Lorie Leal, a sales associate with American Caribbean Christie’s International Real Estate. Like the cities, Tavernier is well-equipped for full-time residents, with its own grocery store, commercial town center and hospital. “Being close to the hospital is nice. It has a gym there that anyone can come and use,” Leal says. But despite its growth, Tavernier is still a fishing village at heart, with plenty of waterfront homes and local marinas.
Fishing is a huge part of the culture and community in Tavernir.
Residents of Tavernir enjoying kayaking around the island.
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Swim at Harry Harris Park’s protected beach
Harry Harris Park is home to the island’s only protected beach, a tidal pool that creates a safe area for residents to swim. The park also includes a colorful playground, basketball court and baseball fields surrounded by more than a dozen picnic tables and pavilions. Local boaters appreciate the park’s deep-water boat ramp, which makes it easy to set off in search of bonefish and small tarpon. The island is also close to a string of red mangrove islands, with lagoons attracting kayakers and canoers. Old Settler’s Park, an oceanside green space, features a butterfly garden, playground and large picnic shelter. Islamorada’s Founders Park is a destination for youth sports, with a massive aquatic center surrounded by courts for tennis, basketball and pickleball and fields for soccer and baseball. The park also includes a spacious outdoor amphitheater and a fenced dog area.
Residents of Tavernir can head to the beach at Founders Park to cool off.
Fishing is a huge part of the culture and community in Tavernir.
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Historic homes and waterfront properties are common in Tavernier
Tavernier’s housing stock is a mix of old and new. “Historic Tavernier, or Old Tavernier as we call it, has a bunch of historic Key West homes, which are really cool,” Leal says. Some of these raised cottages date back to the 1930s, although most were built in the 1950s. Concrete block and stucco homes with two or three bedrooms are priced between $600,000 and $900,000, while stilt homes can cost between $800,000 and $2 million. Grand waterfront properties range from $2 million to $5 million and often come with private docks. Undeveloped quarter-acre lots are also available, ranging between $120,000 and $350,000. A few condo complexes, such as the midrise Ocean Pointe building, offer two-bedroom options for between $500,000 and $750,000.
Tavernir homes are known for their beach vibes and tropical character.
Tavernir offers large waterfront homes near Harry Harris Park.
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Bringing a taste of winter to the Keys
For 20 years, Islamorada has hosted an annual Holiday Fest at Founders Park in December. “They’ll truck in a snow machine, which is kind of hilarious,” Leal says. “It’s 80 degrees, and kids are running around in the snow.” Islamorada also organizes events such as Art Under the Oaks, a fine arts and crafts fair often held at San Pedro Catholic Church.
Groceries and games at Tavernier Towne Center
As one of the larger middle Keys, Tavernier has a much more robust commercial footprint than many surrounding islands. Tavernier Towne Center, which sits at the southern end of the Key, is home to a Winn-Dixie grocery store, the Tavernier Cinema, a post office, salons and a few casual restaurants. The shopping center also includes the Pinfish Entertainment arcade, where kids can test their skills on old-fashioned arcade games and mini-bowling. “There aren’t a ton of things like that up there for the kids, so it’s nice,” says Amy Prumo, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Company and a resident of nearby Marathon. “The parents go there for the axe throwing and the beer.” U.S. Highway 1, or the Overseas Highway, supports the remainder of the area’s shopping and dining scene with popular local spots like Café Moka, a relaxed coffee shop specializing in French pastries. Sunrise Cuban Market & Café is another popular breakfast stop, while Dillon’s Pub & Grill attracts a crowd on Thursday nights for its full Irish menu. The sports bar is also a local favorite for catching Florida Panthers hockey games. Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory puts a twist on the traditional dessert with creative menu items such as a chocolate-dipped Key Lime Pie slice.
The Winn-Dixie at Tavernir Town Center offers groceries at a reasonable price.
A movie theater and retail shops are found in Tavernir Towne Center .
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Career preparation at Coral Shores High
Plantation Key School, which receives an A-minus on Niche, serves kindergarten through eighth grade students. Coral Shores High School, which also scores an A-minus, is home to a 740-seat performing arts center and offers industry certification courses for culinary arts, digital video production, biomedical science and cosmetology. The school also participates in Monroe County’s MOVE Program, or Monroe Occupation and Vocational Experiences, which affords students hands-on career training with local businesses.
Students attend the Coral Shores High School for their secondary studies.
Plantation Key School offers both elementary and middle school learning.
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Miami-Dade bus service extends to the upper Keys
Miami-Dade’s 301 Dade-Monroe Express bus services the upper and middle Keys, making several stops along the Overseas Highway. The closest stop is about 5 miles away at Mile Marker 87, but there’s an additional stop just over 6 miles away in Key Largo at Mile Marker 98. The closest airport, Florida Keys-Marathon International, is about 40 miles south.
Tavernir residents can catch a ride into Miami with the Miami-Dade Transit bus.
Tavernir offers crystal clear blue waters and world class fishing off its shores.
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Preparing for hurricanes and high insurance rates
Like all the Florida Keys, Tavernier is susceptible to damage from tropical storms and hurricanes. Monroe County operates a zoned evacuation plan and will notify residents promptly when evacuation is ordered. Rising flood insurance rates also affect many homebuyers.
Tavernir offers large waterfront homes near Harry Harris Park.
Homes of Tavernir are known for having private boat docks many sporting pools.
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On average, homes in Tavernier, FL sell after 117 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Tavernier, FL over the last 12 months is $849,375, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This is what Keys living is all about--waterfront, sunshine, and easy ocean access.Welcome to your slice of paradise in desirable Tavernier! This beautifully constructed 4-bedroom, 3 bath waterfront home, built in 2018 with solid CBS construction, offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and coastal living.Designed with both style and durability in mind, the home features plantation
Tucked away on the highly sought-after Tide Avenue, this waterfront gem offers an unbeatable blend of style, function, and classic Florida Keys charm. Perfectly positioned on a scenic bend of Tavernier Creek—with sweeping views down a tranquil side canal—this is a boater's paradise and a lifestyle destination all in one. As you pass through the private gates, a paver driveway guides you to a
Solid Concrete Home - Steps from Harry Harris Park!This beautifully updated 4Bedroom/2Bathroom concrete home with a concrete roof offers everything you've been looking for. Upstairs features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with a wraparound screened porch, while downstairs provides another 2/1 with its own screened patio — ideal for guests or family. The chef's kitchen boasts quartz countertops, new
Turnkey 2BD/2BA Ocean Pointe Condo - Fully Furnished, Short-Term Rentals Allowed! Welcome to paradise! This beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in the sought-after Ocean Pointe community offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and income potential. With 826 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, this fully furnished, turnkey unit is ready for immediate occupancy or short-term
TWO Condos combined for a total of 4 bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms !! a D model with 2 ocean front balconies and a D-1 with 1 oceanfront balconies for a Triple D !! Both Owners suites have Ocean Views with the 2 guest bedrooms in the back. All Impact Windows & Sliders both condos being sold fully furnished. Direct Ocean Access Marina, Jr. Olympic Heated Pool with Pool Bar. Oceanfront Cafe over looking
Tom Rodriguez
American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
Situated on a corner lot just minutes from the sugar-white sands of Mexico Beach, this two-bedroom, two-bath coastal retreat offers the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and beachside charm. A long driveway provides extra parking for guests, adding to the home's everyday ease and functionality. Inside, the bright and inviting floor plan is designed for relaxed living, with an open kitchen and
Rare Opportunity in Ocean Pointe! Experience the ultimate in Florida Keys luxury living with this modern, oceanfront 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo—a rare find in the highly sought-after Ocean Pointe community. Located in Building 4 on the 2nd floor, this beautifully appointed unit features a private balcony with serene ocean and mangrove views, offering the perfect spot to unwind. With a strong rental
Old Florida charm meets modern comfort in this unique multi residence property on a rare 10 ,000 sq ft lot in historic Tavernier. The main home is approximately 1600 sq ft and renovated in 2021, offers three bedrooms, two baths with an open floor plan in the living room kitchen, dining area. Warm wood flooring in the living areas and abundant windows create the ''conch cottage'' character
Top Floor 2/2 Condo with an Ocean view !! Upgraded condo with nice furniture arraignment that gives a comfortable open space feel. Updated Kitchen and both bathrooms have nice tiled floors & walls matching tiled floors throughout, Impact windows and doors too. Protected Marina with direct Ocean access, Private Oceanfront Cafe & Lounge, Heated Jr. Olympic pool w/ 14 person Spa, Pool Bar too !!
Tom Rodriguez
American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
Top Floor End Unit in Building 4 with WOW ocean views !! Two bay windows and the kitchen has a window, all impact too. Largest floor plan at OP. Being sold fully furnished.Marina with direct ocean access, Ocean front Cafe & Lounge, Jr. Olympic Pool with 14 person Spa. Lighted tennis & pickle ball courts. Beach with a boardwalk & gazebo overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Tom Rodriguez
American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
Beautiful corner-lot CBS home in the heart of Plantation Key. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,964 sq. ft. of living space and is located with desirable X flood zone. Notable features include impact windows and doors, a spacious open floor plan, and a bonus family room ideal for entertaining or additional living space.The bright interior is filled with natural light, with a functional
This Condo grossed $57,987.66 in 2025, with the owners using it all month in February ++ TWO oceanfront balconies with this updated 2/2 D model. Beautiful Ocean Views from the Living room & the Owners Suite. Impact windows and doors , nice tiled floors and tiled walk in showers. Private Cafe & Lounge on the Beach. Pool Bar by the Jr.Olympic Heated pool with 14 person Spa. Marina with direct ocean
Tom Rodriguez
American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath ground-level canal-front home located in a highly desirable Florida Keys neighborhood. The home features a split floor plan with a one-bedroom, one-bath layout on one side and a separate efficiency with its own bathroom and private entrance on the other--ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. This property offers great potential to update and transform
Ideally located in the heart of Tavernier, this solid CBS home offers peace of mind with a concrete roof and impact windows. The permitted lower-level enclosure provides additional flexibility, while the main living area features a large, open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to a spacious, cleared backyard offering privacy with
Lorie LaLonde
American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
NEW LOWER PRICE!! This beautiful 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom condo offers everything you need for an stress-free retreat or your full-time piece of paradise.Step inside to a light and bright interior filled with upgrades and thoughtful finishing touches. Two screened lanais provide the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and soak in the stunning views of the lush tropical landscaping, sparkling pool, BBQ
Property Id: 1434602Spacious one bedroom one bath full kitchen living room bathroom and washer dryer. Includes all appliances freshly renovated with new cabinets counters floors bathroom vanity sink toilet shower. AC units located in all bedrooms and main living room. Screened patio area overlooking a spacious yard, tiki and Canal cut in beautiful Tavernier.
Keep your boat right behind the house(up to 36') on a beautiful bayside canal full of life with manatees, turtles and tarpon. Seconds to open water and easy access to all the beautiful reefs, sandbars and fishing spots Islamorada has to offer.This recently built 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is spacious and being offered. furnished. Outside you have a beautiful outdoor living space made for enjoying
Amazing location! Just a little over an hour from Miami, this beautiful property features 79 feet of dock space along a pristine canal, perfect for swimming and relaxing. Enjoy outdoor living with a charming tiki hut and a covered terrace—ideal for entertaining. Located only six homes away from the main canal (Snapper Creek), offering direct access to both the ocean and the bay.
The advertised rate of $6,657/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of October 2, 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
Enjoy easy Florida Keys living in this 2-bedroom, 2-bath unfurnished annual rental! Featuring an open layout, bright living spaces, and a spacious primary suite with private bath. The second bedroom and bathroom is perfect for guests or a home office. This home is perfect for year-round comfort. Relax on your private patio or balcony and soak in the sunshine. Conveniently located near schools,
Awesome view of the Bay from the Chickee Hut Dock to Full Roof Top Patio. 2 story Large Master Bedroom with Steam Shower. Concrete L shaped dock with 15,000 lb lift. There is also a cocktail pool to enjoy after a day out on the water. Ready for your families dream vacation in the Florida Keys. Fantastic Neighbors and Neighborhood. Great water access!! King bed in main bedroom queen beds in the
MM88.9 Tavernier, Looking for quiet working person. 1b bedroom 1 bath 850 sf 2nd Floor 'treehouse'.Large open kitchen glasstop stove and refrigerator, AC. Extre small office/storage room. Electric and water is included with monthly rent. $2200 for 1 person $150 for 2nd adult ,2 maximim. No smoking or drugs. Must have references and pass background check.
Welcome to your dream island getaway in the highly sought-after Bluewaters community. Nestled at the south end of Key Largo, this 1974 doublewide manufactured home has been transformed into a delightful oasis. Upgraded with impact windows, wood plank tile throughout, newer kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz counters, tile backsplash, and a built-in banquette; both bathrooms have been fully
6+ Month/Annual-- Rental--Beautiful Double Waterfront Lot in Prestigious Plantation Key Colony. This stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home sits on a Rare Double Lot with a Private Boat Ramp & Boat lift. Step outside to your Private Oasis complete with a Private Tiki hut - Gorgeous secluded in-ground Pool and Cabana Hut Bungalow - The open-concept kitchen features Granite countertops and
Experience luxury waterfront living in the heart of the Florida Keys! 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This stunning modern home offers sleek finishes, breathtaking canal views, and direct boating access. Enjoy the spacious outdoor entertainment area, complete with a private dock, lush synthetic turf, and a large jacuzzi—perfect for relaxing under the stars. The upper-level terrace provides an ideal
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