Newfield vs The Meadows at Martin Downs
Two Martin communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-25.
| Metric | Newfield | The Meadows at Martin Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $706K | $360K |
| Price per sq ft | $287 | $226 |
| Avg days on market | 64 days | 71 days |
| Months of supply | 1.9 mo | 2.9 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 64 | 25 |
The verdict
Newfield carries the higher median price — about 96% above The Meadows at Martin Downs. Homes in Newfield sell faster (64 days on market vs 71). Newfield is the tighter market on inventory (1.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Newfield | The Meadows at Martin Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Martin County, FL | Martin County, FL |
| City / area | Palm City | Palm City |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 29 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 17 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
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
| Newfield | The Meadows at Martin Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 6 |
| Under contract | 10 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $460K to $1.35M | $268K to $600K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 8 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Newfield homes for sale · The Meadows at Martin Downs homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Newfield | The Meadows at Martin Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 90 | 582 |
| Built | 2024–2024 (median 2024) | 1988–2008 (median 1989) |
| Typical living area | 2,656 sq ft | 1,525 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 0% | 75% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Newfield | The Meadows at Martin Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Citrus Grove (Martin) | Bessey Creek |
| Middle | Hidden Oaks | Hidden Oaks |
| High school | South Fork | Martin County |
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, The Meadows at Martin Downs is the lower entry point (median $360K vs $706K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Newfield; The Meadows at Martin Downs trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Newfield (64 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 Newfield more expensive than The Meadows at Martin Downs?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Newfield is $706,000 versus $360,000 in The Meadows at Martin Downs, about 96% higher.
Which has newer homes, Newfield or The Meadows at Martin Downs?
Newfield: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1989 in The Meadows at Martin Downs (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Newfield. The typical home there is 2,656 sq ft of living area, versus 1,525 sq ft in The Meadows at Martin Downs.
What high schools serve Newfield and The Meadows at Martin Downs?
Listings in Newfield most often report South Fork; listings in The Meadows at Martin Downs report Martin County. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Newfield homes, photos & schools · The Meadows at Martin Downs homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.