Stuart West in Palm City

Stuart West

Established 1988 · Palm City · Martin County

A gated equestrian acreage community in western Palm City, multi-acre homesites with a manned gate, an equestrian center, and a boat ramp.

Gated acreageEquestrianBoat ramp
Live Market Pulse
53/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$1.08M
Median Price
4.5mo
Supply
37days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$360/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Stuart West is a gated equestrian acreage community in western Palm City, Martin County, set on roughly 1,000-plus acres with about 249 multi-acre homesites and a manned gate shared with neighboring Cobblestone. Reporting describes lots from about two to ten-plus acres, one horse per acre allowed, a 10-acre equestrian center, a community boat ramp to the C-23 canal, and miles of waterways. This is a land-and-condition buy: the acreage, the equestrian and water features, and the home's condition drive value far more than a headline number. The read is to confirm the HOA dues and what they cover, verify the lot's acreage, water, and equestrian rights, read the home's condition, and comp within the community. The gated acreage format and the western Palm City location near I-95 and the Turnpike are the durable draws."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Stuart West market snapshot (as of June 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $1.1M ($360 per sq ft), with homes averaging 37 days on market and 4.5 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 8 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Stuart West is a gated equestrian acreage community in western Palm City, Martin County (ZIP 34990), off Martin Highway between I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a manned gate shared with the neighboring Cobblestone community.

Reporting describes a community on roughly 1,000-plus acres with about 249 multi-acre homesites, most from about three to eight acres and ranging up past ten, with one horse per acre allowed and a 10-acre equestrian center.

Community features reported include a 24-hour manned security gate, a community boat ramp to the C-23 canal, miles of waterways, a playground, and an underground utility and routing system. Confirm the HOA dues and what they cover for the specific home.

Value turns on the acreage and the home: confirm the lot's size, water frontage, and equestrian rights, read the home's condition, and verify any well, septic, and flood considerations. This guide reflects the community's general character, so confirm the specifics for a particular property.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated, multi-acre homesite in western Palm City
  • Equestrian owners who want acreage, an equestrian center, and trails
  • Boaters who want a community ramp and waterway access
  • Buyers comfortable reading acreage, well and septic, and home condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a low-maintenance, small-lot home
  • Buyers who want a walkable, amenity-dense master plan
  • Buyers who want city water and sewer and minimal land upkeep
  • Buyers unwilling to confirm the acreage, water, and equestrian rights

How Stuart West is performing right now

53/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
4.5Months of supplytight
52Median days on marketdays
1 : 3Under contract vs for salestrong demand
8Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
-7%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from BeachesMLS, as of June 15, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Stuart West listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Stuart West buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Stuart West

Live MLS inventory for Stuart West. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Stuart West listings as of 2026-06-15, priced high to low. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from BeachesMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

I-95 (Martin Highway)~5 to 10 min · north-south interstate
Florida's Turnpike (Martin Highway)~5 to 10 min · north-south toll
Palm City shopping and services~10 to 15 min · east
Downtown Stuart~20 to 25 min · east
Treasure Coast beaches~30 to 35 min · east
Palm Beach Gardens and PGA corridor~35 to 45 min · south

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Stuart West (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Martin County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Stuart West is served by Martin County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Stuart West address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Stuart West, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Stuart West

Our read on what is being built around Stuart West, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is steady demand for gated, multi-acre equestrian homesites in western Palm City with quick highway access, where acreage, water, equestrian features, and condition drive value. The watch items are the HOA dues, well and septic considerations, and confirming the lot's acreage and rights per home.

Gated, multi-acre equestrian homesites

BullishGated, multi-acre lots with equestrian rights and a manned gate are a scarce, durable asset that supports value. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Gated, multi-acre equestrian homesites

Equestrian center and waterway access

BullishA 10-acre equestrian center, miles of waterways, and a community boat ramp broaden the community's appeal. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Equestrian center and waterway access

Acreage upkeep, well and septic

NeutralMulti-acre lots typically mean well, septic, and land upkeep; confirm these and any flood considerations for the home. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Acreage upkeep, well and septic

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Stuart West, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. 2022
    Area

    Adjacent Fox Club at Cobblestone changes ownership and is retouched

    Reporting describes the neighboring Fox Club golf community, which shares the guarded entrance corridor with Stuart West and Cobblestone, changing ownership in 2022 with course and club updates. Why it matters: Investment in the adjacent club and corridor supports the broader area, though Stuart West's value rests on its own acreage and equestrian and water features. Source

  2. Established acreage community
    Overview

    Stuart West as a gated equestrian acreage community

    Third-party reporting describes Stuart West as a gated equestrian community on roughly 1,000-plus acres with about 249 multi-acre homesites, a 10-acre equestrian center, a community boat ramp, and a manned gate shared with Cobblestone. Why it matters: This reflects the community's general character; confirm the lot's acreage, water frontage, equestrian rights, well and septic, and the home's condition for a specific property. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Stuart West, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the lot's acreage and rights. Verify the exact acreage, water frontage, equestrian rights, and any easements with a current survey before you offer.

2

Confirm the HOA dues. Verify the current dues and what they cover, including the gate, equestrian center, and boat ramp access.

3

Read the home and land systems. Confirm the roof, systems, well, and septic on a multi-acre property and budget the upkeep.

4

Comp within the community. Price against the closest comparable acreage in Stuart West, not a Palm City-wide average.

5

Verify school zoning and flood status. Confirm the exact assignment with the School District of Martin County and the flood zone for the specific home.

Best Buy
An updated home on a strong, usable multi-acre lot with confirmed equestrian and water rights.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting land, well, septic, and home upkeep, or misjudging acreage, flood status, or rights.
Best Lot
Larger, dry, usable acreage with water frontage and equestrian rights holds value best.
Smart Timing
Demand is steady for gated acreage with highway access; the lot and condition matter more than timing.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Stuart West is a gated equestrian acreage community in western Palm City, off Martin Highway between I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, sharing a manned gate with the neighboring Cobblestone community. Third-party reporting describes roughly 1,000-plus acres with about 249 multi-acre homesites, most from about three to eight acres and some larger, one horse per acre allowed, a 10-acre equestrian center, a community boat ramp to the C-23 canal, miles of waterways, a playground, and an underground utility system. Third-party reporting from 2024 described the HOA as a modest monthly amount. This guide reflects the community's general character; value turns on the acreage, the water and equestrian features, and the home's condition, so confirm the lot's size, water frontage, equestrian rights, well and septic, flood status, the HOA dues, and the school assignment by address for a specific home before relying on them.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: original homes on base acreage
$850K to $1.08M

Older homes on the smaller multi-acre lots, the more attainable way in. The cost to update and the land upkeep drive value.

Lowest entry
Core: updated homes on solid acreage
$1.08M to $1.32M

Renovated homes on usable, well-positioned acreage with equestrian or water features, the heart of the community. Condition and the lot set where these land.

Most inventory
High: estate homes on prime acreage
$1.32M to $1.38M

Larger or fully updated homes on the best, largest, or waterway acreage, the top of the local range. Condition, acreage, and water drive the premium.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$850K to $1.08M
Entry: original homes on base acreage
Older homes on the smaller multi-acre lots, the more attainable way in. The cost to update and the land upkeep drive value.
$1.08M to $1.32M
Core: updated homes on solid acreage
Renovated homes on usable, well-positioned acreage with equestrian or water features, the heart of the community. Condition and the lot set where these land.
$1.32M to $1.38M
High: estate homes on prime acreage
Larger or fully updated homes on the best, largest, or waterway acreage, the top of the local range. Condition, acreage, and water drive the premium.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Palm City locationStrong
Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Stuart West

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The gated acreage, the equestrian center, and the waterway access are the draw. The deal is won or lost on the acreage, the rights, and the home's condition.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.0B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency7.8/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.2/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Stuart West is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live BeachesMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live BeachesMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from BeachesMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Larger, dry, usable acreage with water holds value best
  • Equestrian rights and a boat ramp broaden appeal
  • Confirm acreage, well, septic, and the HOA dues
  • The gated, highway-close location is the durable draw
  • Comp within the community and confirm the rights

At Stuart West the value drivers are the acreage, the water and equestrian features, and the home's condition, in a gated multi-acre community near I-95 and the Turnpike. Larger, dry, usable lots with water frontage and confirmed equestrian rights hold value over smaller or constrained parcels, and updated homes hold value over dated ones. Because these are acreage lots, confirm the exact size with a survey, the equestrian and water rights, the well and septic, and any flood considerations, and compare against the closest Stuart West acreage comparable rather than a Palm City-wide average.

Stuart West in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, multi-acre equestrian homesite in western Palm City with quick highway access.
Strong onMulti-acre privacy, an equestrian center, waterway and boat-ramp access, and a manned gate.
WatchThe HOA dues, well and septic and land upkeep, and confirming the lot's acreage, water, and equestrian rights.
Not forBuyers who want a low-maintenance small lot, city water and sewer, or a walkable master plan.
The edgeGated, multi-acre equestrian and waterway land near I-95 and the Turnpike is a scarce, durable value when condition checks out.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Gated, multi-acre equestrian acreage
  • About 249 homesites on 1,000-plus acres
  • Equestrian center and a boat ramp
  • Manned gate shared with Cobblestone
  • Confirm acreage, rights, well, and septic

Stuart West is a gated community with a homeowners association and dues. Third-party reporting from 2024 described the Stuart West HOA as a modest monthly amount for a gated acreage community; treat that as reported and confirm the current dues and what they cover for the specific home.

Association dues typically cover the manned gate, common areas, the equestrian center, the boat ramp, and waterway and road maintenance; confirm the exact inclusions for a specific home. Multi-acre lots typically mean owners maintain their own well, septic, and land.

The community features an equestrian center, a boat ramp to the C-23 canal, miles of waterways, and a playground, with a manned gate shared with Cobblestone, rather than a country club. The adjacent Fox Club golf course is a separate, private club.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Stuart West, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Stuart West, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Stuart West year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Stuart West Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Stuart West is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 4.5 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,155,000, and homes go under contract in about 52 days.

4.5
Months supply
$1,155,000
Median list
$1,080,000
Median sold
$360
Per sqft
52
Days on mkt
3/1/8
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 34990 ZIP is $606,148, right around the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: BeachesMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stuart West a gated community?
Yes. Reporting describes Stuart West as a gated community with a 24-hour manned security gate shared with the neighboring Cobblestone community.
How big are the lots in Stuart West?
Reporting describes multi-acre homesites, most from about three to eight acres and ranging up past ten, with one horse per acre allowed. Confirm the exact acreage with a current survey.
Can I keep horses in Stuart West?
Reporting describes the community as equestrian, with one horse per acre allowed and a 10-acre equestrian center. Confirm the current equestrian rules and rights for a specific lot.
Does Stuart West have water access?
Reporting describes a community boat ramp to the C-23 canal and miles of waterways. Confirm any water frontage and ramp access rules for a specific home.
Does Stuart West have an HOA?
Yes. It is a gated community with a homeowners association and dues. third-party reporting from 2024 described the dues as a modest monthly amount; confirm the current amount and inclusions for a specific home.
Where is Stuart West located?
It is in western Palm City, Martin County, off Martin Highway between I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with quick access to both highways.
What schools serve Stuart West?
The community is part of the School District of Martin County. Assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district.
Is there well and septic?
Multi-acre acreage lots typically rely on well and septic. Confirm the water and wastewater systems, their age, and condition for the specific home.
Is there a CDD fee?
Confirm whether any CDD, special-district, or HOA assessment applies to a specific parcel as a matter of course.
What is the difference between Stuart West, Cobblestone, and the Fox Club?
Stuart West is the equestrian acreage community, Cobblestone is the adjacent gated golf community, and the Fox Club is the separate private golf course. They share a guarded entrance corridor; confirm the specifics for any home.
Is Stuart West a good investment?
Gated, multi-acre equestrian and waterway land near I-95 and the Turnpike is a scarce asset that supports demand, with value turning on the acreage, the rights, and condition. This is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Because the acreage, the rights, and the home and land condition drive value, having your own representation to read them is the highest-leverage decision you make.
What is the area like?
It is a gated equestrian acreage community in western Palm City, private and spacious with an equestrian center and waterway access, yet minutes from I-95 and the Turnpike.
You want a gated, multi-acre homesite in western Palm CityExcellent fit
You want acreage, an equestrian center, and trails for horsesExcellent fit
You want a community boat ramp and waterway accessExcellent fit
You are comfortable reading acreage, well and septic, and conditionExcellent fit
You will confirm the lot's acreage, water, and equestrian rightsExcellent fit
You want a low-maintenance, small-lot homeProbably not
You want a walkable, amenity-dense master planProbably not
You want city water and sewer and minimal land upkeepProbably not
You want a downtown or beachfront locationProbably not
You are unwilling to confirm the acreage, water, and rightsProbably not

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