Hobe Sound

What is Hobe Sound like?

Hobe Sound is an unincorporated community in southeast Martin County, about 12 miles southeast of Stuart. It is quiet and wooded, with Jonathan Dickinson State Park at its south end, and it sits closer to Jupiter than the price might suggest.

Where is the beach near Hobe Sound?

Jupiter Island sits across the South Jupiter Narrows from the Hobe Sound mainland, and Hobe Sound Public Beach is in the Town of Jupiter Island, not in Hobe Sound itself. Tell me how close to the ocean you want to be and I will point you to the right area.

Does Jupiter Island have a Hobe Sound address?

Yes. Jupiter Island’s mailing address is Hobe Sound, so oceanfront homes there carry a Hobe Sound mailing address even though Jupiter Island is its own town. If you are looking at Jupiter Island, tell me and I will make sure we compare it properly.

Do homes in Hobe Sound need flood insurance?

It depends on the flood zone of the specific property, and lenders often require it in higher-risk zones. A home near the water can be very different from one in the woods farther inland. I check the flood zone and get an insurance quote before you write an offer, so there are no surprises at closing.

How do schools work for a Hobe Sound address?

Hobe Sound is in the Martin County School District, one county-wide district. Which school a home is zoned for depends on the address, so I confirm the assignment with the district before you make an offer.

What should I know about the homestead exemption if I buy in Hobe Sound?

If Hobe Sound will be your permanent home, you can claim Florida’s homestead exemption, and with it the Save Our Homes cap on how fast your assessed value can rise. You need to own and live in the home by January 1 and file by March 1. I walk every buyer through this and put it in writing right after closing.