Emerald Lakes vs Sailfish Point
Two Martin communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-17.
| Metric | Emerald Lakes | Sailfish Point |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $276K | $4.31M |
| Price per sq ft | $198 | $1025 |
| Avg days on market | 33 days | 140 days |
| Months of supply | 2.8 mo | 5.1 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 26 | 40 |
The verdict
Sailfish Point carries the higher median price — about 1462% above Emerald Lakes. Homes in Emerald Lakes sell faster (33 days on market vs 140). Emerald Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (2.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Emerald Lakes | Sailfish Point | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Martin County, FL | Martin County, FL |
| City / area | Stuart | Stuart |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 12 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 89% of 19 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Emerald Lakes | Sailfish Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 6 | 17 |
| Under contract | 3 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $219K to $464K | $1.95M to $15M |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Condominium, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Emerald Lakes homes for sale · Sailfish Point homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Emerald Lakes | Sailfish Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 467 | 208 |
| Built | 1983–2000 (median 1984) | 1981–2023 (median 1991) |
| Typical living area | 1,288 sq ft | 4,986 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 69% | 69% |
| Vacant lots | 1 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Emerald Lakes | Sailfish Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Seawind | Felix A. Williams |
| Middle | Murray | Stuart |
| High school | South Fork | Jensen Beach |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Emerald Lakes is the lower entry point (median $276K vs $4.31M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Sailfish Point; Emerald Lakes trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Emerald Lakes (33 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Sailfish Point more expensive than Emerald Lakes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Sailfish Point is $4,312,000 versus $276,000 in Emerald Lakes, about 1462% higher.
Which has newer homes, Emerald Lakes or Sailfish Point?
Sailfish Point: its homes were built 1981–2023 with a median year of 1991, versus a median of 1984 in Emerald Lakes (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Sailfish Point. The typical home there is 4,986 sq ft of living area, versus 1,288 sq ft in Emerald Lakes.
What high schools serve Emerald Lakes and Sailfish Point?
Listings in Emerald Lakes most often report South Fork; listings in Sailfish Point report Jensen Beach. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Emerald Lakes homes, photos & schools · Sailfish Point homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.