The Meadows at Martin Downs in Palm City

The Meadows
at Martin Downs

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

Palm City's guard-gated, maintenance-included golf community of 832 homes in six villages.

Guard gated 24/7Maintenance-included HOAGolf and racquet sports
Live Market Pulse
63/100
Momentum
Balanced Market
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
$394K
Median Price
4.2mo
Supply
84days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$230/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"The Meadows at Martin Downs is an established, guard-gated golf community in Palm City, 832 homes across six villages with a maintenance-included HOA that handles exterior painting, landscaping, and more. The read is value and low-maintenance lifestyle: this is a settled Martin County community where the HOA covers a lot, the amenities are deep for the price, and the housing is a mix of single-family, duplex, townhome, and patio homes. The buy hinges on the village and product, what the HOA does and does not cover, and an honest read of an established home's condition, with golf as an optional layer to confirm."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Meadows at Martin Downs market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $394K ($230 per sq ft), with homes averaging 84 days on market and 4.2 months of supply, a balanced market. Based on 20 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

The Meadows at Martin Downs is a guard-gated community in Palm City (ZIP 34990), Martin County, with around-the-clock security and roughly 832 homes across six villages named Greenwich, Lakemont, Mayflower, Brighton, Foxboro, and Ridgewood (The Meadows community profiles).

Housing is varied: single-family homes, duplexes, four-unit townhomes, and four-unit patio homes, with several recurring floor plans. The community is part of the larger Martin Downs area of Palm City, a settled, well-located corner of the Treasure Coast.

A defining feature is the maintenance-included HOA, which is reported to cover scheduled exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance, with some interior coverage. Confirm exactly what your village's HOA covers, since the inclusions are a major part of the value here.

Amenities are deep for the price: a championship golf course, tennis, pickleball, bocce, basketball, a large heated pool, a playground, a dog park, and walking trails. Confirm whether golf is bundled or a separate club arrangement, and read an established home's roof and systems before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a low-maintenance, guard-gated lifestyle with the HOA handling exteriors and landscaping
  • Buyers who want deep amenities (golf, tennis, pickleball, pool) at an attainable Martin County price
  • Buyers who value a settled, well-located Palm City community

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction or large private lots
  • Buyers who want to control and minimize their own exterior maintenance and fees
  • Buyers who need to be on the coast or in a single-family-only enclave

How The Meadows is performing right now

63/100
momentum
Balanced Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
4.2Months of supplytight
29Median days on marketdays
3 : 7Under contract vs for salestrong demand
20Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+14%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 13, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current The Meadows 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 The Meadows at Martin Downs buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in The Meadows

Live MLS inventory for The Meadows at Martin Downs. 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.

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The takeaway

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

Florida's Turnpike / I-95 (Martin Downs Blvd)~5 to 10 min · Palm City access, approximate
Downtown Stuart~10 to 15 min · east across the river
Cleveland Clinic Martin North (Stuart)~15 min · nearby hospital
Stuart and Jensen Beach beaches~25 to 35 min · east to the coast
Palm Beach Gardens (PGA corridor)~30 to 40 min · south via I-95
Palm Beach International (PBI)~45 to 55 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
The Meadows (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

The Meadows 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 The Meadows address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at The Meadows at Martin Downs, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in The Meadows at Martin Downs

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a settled, maintenance-included community where the HOA inclusions and the amenity depth carry much of the value. The watch item is exactly what each village's HOA covers and its reserve and assessment posture, since maintenance-included models depend on adequate funding.

Maintenance-included HOA across six villages

BullishAn HOA reported to cover exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance lowers owner upkeep and supports a low-maintenance lifestyle; confirm coverage and funding. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Maintenance-included HOA across six villages

Deep amenities for the price

BullishGolf, tennis, pickleball, bocce, a heated pool, and trails behind a 24/7 guard gate give attainable Martin County value; confirm the golf arrangement. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Deep amenities for the price

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 The Meadows at Martin Downs, 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. Established
    Community

    Guard-gated, maintenance-included community of 832 homes

    The Meadows at Martin Downs is a 24/7 guard-gated Palm City community of roughly 832 single-family, duplex, townhome, and patio homes across six villages, with a maintenance-included HOA and a deep amenity set (community profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm by village. Why it matters: The HOA inclusions and amenity depth are the value story; read what your village covers and how it is funded. 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 The Meadows, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm what your village's HOA covers. Exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and insurance inclusions vary; get the current scope and the dues in writing.

2

Pull the reserves and any assessments. Maintenance-included models depend on adequate funding, so read the budget and recent or pending assessments.

3

Confirm the golf arrangement, whether play is bundled or a separate club or daily-fee option, for the specific home.

4

Read an established home's condition, the roof, HVAC, and systems, since the housing stock is settled rather than new.

5

Comp by village and product type (single-family, duplex, townhome, patio), not the community average, since they are different markets.

Best Buy
A well-kept home in the village and product type that fits you, in a well-funded HOA whose inclusions match what you want covered.
Biggest Risk
Misreading the HOA inclusions or an underfunded reserve facing an assessment.
Best Lot
Lake and golf-frontage homes hold value better than interior lots.
Smart Timing
Confirm the HOA scope, reserves, and golf arrangement before you write.
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

The Meadows at Martin Downs is a 24/7 guard-gated golf community in Palm City (34990), Martin County, of roughly 832 homes across six villages (Greenwich, Lakemont, Mayflower, Brighton, Foxboro, and Ridgewood). Housing includes single-family homes, duplexes, four-unit townhomes, and four-unit patio homes. A maintenance-included HOA is reported to cover exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance, with coverage varying by village; amenities include a championship golf course, tennis, pickleball, bocce, a heated pool, a playground, a dog park, and trails. The community is zoned to Martin County School District by address; verify the exact assignment with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: patio homes and townhomes
$265K to $341K

The most attainable products are the four-unit patio and townhome residences. The maintenance-included HOA is a big part of the value, so confirm exactly what it covers and how it is funded.

Lowest entry
Mid: duplex and smaller single-family
$341K to $459K

The middle of the market is duplex and smaller single-family homes. Village, lot, and condition separate these more than floor plan.

Most inventory
High: larger single-family on premium lots
$459K to $482K

The top end is larger single-family homes on lake or golf frontage. These trade on lot, view, and condition; confirm the golf and HOA picture alongside.

Strongest resale

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

$265K to $341K
Entry: patio homes and townhomes
The most attainable products are the four-unit patio and townhome residences. The maintenance-included HOA is a big part of the value, so confirm exactly what it covers and how it is funded.
$341K to $459K
Mid: duplex and smaller single-family
The middle of the market is duplex and smaller single-family homes. Village, lot, and condition separate these more than floor plan.
$459K to $482K
High: larger single-family on premium lots
The top end is larger single-family homes on lake or golf frontage. These trade on lot, view, and condition; confirm the golf and HOA picture alongside.

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 Intracoastal West 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 The Meadows

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 gate, the maintenance-included HOA, and the amenities are priced into every Meadows listing. The deal is won on the right village, the HOA inclusions and funding, and a settled home's condition, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.0B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.0/10
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 The Meadows 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
  • Lake and golf-frontage homes hold value better than interior lots.
  • The HOA inclusions and funding matter as much as the lot here.
  • Match the product type and village to how you want to live.

In a maintenance-included community like The Meadows, the HOA's coverage and funding work alongside the lot to set value. Lake and golf-frontage homes hold value better than interior lots, but a well-funded HOA with the right inclusions can matter just as much. Compare a home against the closest sale in its own village and product type, and read the HOA documents before the finishes.

The Meadows in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a low-maintenance, guard-gated lifestyle with deep amenities at an attainable Martin County price.
Strong onA maintenance-included HOA, golf and racquet sports, a settled Palm City location, and a range of product types.
WatchExactly what each village's HOA covers, its reserves and assessments, the golf arrangement, and an established home's systems.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, large private lots, or to minimize and control their own maintenance and fees.
The edgeA well-funded HOA with the right inclusions is the real value, and it takes reading the budget, not the brochure, to confirm.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • The HOA is maintenance-included; coverage is the value, so confirm the scope.
  • Inclusions can vary by village; read your village's documents.
  • Pull reserves and assessments, since the model depends on funding.
  • Confirm whether golf is bundled or a separate arrangement.
  • Lake and golf-frontage homes hold value best.

The Meadows is built on a maintenance-included HOA, reported to cover scheduled exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance, with some interior coverage, and coverage can vary by village. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current dues, the exact scope, the reserves, and any assessment for your village before you offer.

Reported inclusions cover exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance, plus access to the amenities. Confirm exactly what is and is not included for your village and product type.

Amenities include a championship golf course, tennis, pickleball, bocce, basketball, a large heated pool, a playground, a dog park, and trails. Confirm whether golf is bundled with the HOA or a separate club or daily-fee arrangement.

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 The Meadows, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping The Meadows, 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.

What is your The Meadows home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in The Meadows at Martin Downs 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.

The Meadows at Martin Downs Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

The Meadows at Martin Downs is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,099,999, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

2.2
Months supply
$1,099,999
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
68
Days on mkt
7/6/39
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Zoom out for the wider market: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard.

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 The Meadows at Martin Downs gated?
Yes. The Meadows is a guard-gated community in Palm City with around-the-clock security and controlled access.
How many homes are in The Meadows?
About 832 homes across six villages named Greenwich, Lakemont, Mayflower, Brighton, Foxboro, and Ridgewood, in a mix of single-family, duplex, townhome, and patio homes.
What does the HOA cover at The Meadows?
It is a maintenance-included HOA reported to cover scheduled exterior painting, power washing, landscaping, and exterior insurance, with some interior coverage. Coverage can vary by village, so confirm the exact scope and dues for your home.
Does The Meadows have golf?
Yes, the community has a championship golf course along with tennis, pickleball, bocce, and other amenities. Confirm whether golf is bundled with the HOA or a separate club or daily-fee arrangement.
What amenities does The Meadows have?
A championship golf course, tennis, pickleball, bocce, basketball, a large heated pool and tot pool, a playground, a dog park, and walking trails. Confirm current amenities and any fees.
What kinds of homes are in The Meadows?
Single-family homes, duplexes, four-unit townhomes, and four-unit patio homes, with several recurring floor plans across the six villages.
What are the HOA fees at The Meadows?
Dues vary by village and product and cover the maintenance-included services and amenities. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current amount and scope for the exact home and village.
What schools serve The Meadows at Martin Downs?
The community is zoned to the Martin County School District by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district before relying on them.
Where is The Meadows located?
In Palm City (34990), Martin County, near Martin Downs Boulevard with quick access to I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, roughly 10 to 15 minutes to downtown Stuart and 25 to 35 minutes to the beaches.
Is The Meadows a good investment?
It offers attainable, low-maintenance living with deep amenities in a settled Martin County location, which supports steady demand, but value depends on the village, the HOA's funding, and a home's condition. Run the budget and carrying cost first.
Are there pet rules at The Meadows?
The HOA allows pets with certain breed, size, and number restrictions that can vary by village. Confirm the current pet rules for your specific village before you offer.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in The Meadows?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a maintenance-included community where HOA coverage and funding drive your real cost, having your own representation to read the documents and comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want a low-maintenance, guard-gated lifestyle with exteriors handledExcellent fit
You want deep amenities at an attainable Martin County priceExcellent fit
You value a settled, well-located Palm City communityExcellent fit
You want new construction or large private lotsProbably not
You want to control and minimize your own maintenance and feesProbably not
You need to be on the coast or in a single-family-only enclaveProbably not

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The Meadows at Martin Downs median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty
Median sale price in The Meadows at Martin Downs, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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