$1,857,258Average Value$901Average Price per Sq Ft61Homes For Sale
Duck Key offers resort-style living all year
Duck Key eerily resembles a duck floating in the Atlantic Ocean — hence the name. But this island in the Florida Keys is much more than a tiny, waterfowl-shaped community. Located halfway between Marathon and Layton, the Key is known for its resort feel, and not just because it’s home to Hawks Cay Resort. “It’s an exclusive little community,” says longtime Keys resident Rose Dell, broker associate with Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty. “It’s not gated, but it feels very posh.” The island sits on the south side of U.S. Highway 1, or Overseas Highway, with waterfront homes centered around a private social club and recreation center. Residents can join the active Duck Key Fishing Club, dine at Hawks Cay’s fine restaurants and store their boats at the local marina. Hurricanes are just as likely here as the rest of the Keys, but the island’s concrete block structures are well-equipped to handle high winds and rising water. Flood insurance is a must, and premiums can be high, but some consider the price a fair exchange for the upscale island lifestyle.
An atoll pool can be found in Ha wks Cay resort for its guests and resideents.
Hawks Cay Resort can be found once you enter Duck Key offering many family ameneties.
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Million-dollar waterfront homes are typical in Duck Key
Duck Key is one of the more costly middle Keys. It features raised waterfront homes with wraparound porches reminiscent of the Bahamian-style conch home. Many homes are framed by tropical foliage; some come with private pools or docks. Smaller properties under 1,000 square feet are found farther inland and can cost between $800,000 and $1 million, while larger homes and oceanside estates can sell between $1 million and $3 million. Homes on the far southern end of the island tend to be the largest and most ornate and can easily top the $5 million mark. “They have bigger lots, better boating access, and there’s a consistency to the concrete homes. So it’s no surprise that it’s more expensive,” Dell says. Empty lots are also available for buyers to build their dream home. These parcels are usually less than half an acre and cost between $300,000 and $600,000. Furnished condos and townhouses are also available on the grounds of Hawks Cay Resort, offering an amenity-rich resort lifestyle for $700,000 to $800,000.
Luxury and modern homes are beginning to be seen in Duck Key.
The canals of Duck Key offer crystal clear water.
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Club Duck Key is the center of recreation
In addition to providing a central docking point for residents, the Duck Key Marina offers wet and dry boat storage. At the center of the community, Club Duck Key serves as a recreation center for the entire island, even welcoming residents from neighboring Keys to use its tennis courts, pickleball courts and outdoor pool. The Lagoon, an adventure park and day resort on the coast of Grassy Key, is home to an adrenaline-pumping obstacle course that stretches over the water. The resort also includes Keys Cable Park, which operates a cable system that allows wakeboarders a boat-free experience. Curry Hammock State Park, a secluded reserve for beachgoers, kayakers and campers, is about 6 miles away.
The Duck Key Club offers a pool, clubhouse, tennis court and green space.
The pool at Duck Club Key is a popular amenity and place to cool off.
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Underwater concerts and Hemingway Days
Community events such as happy hours, holiday festivals, tiki nights and luncheons occur monthly at Club Duck Key. The Florida Keys also host several exciting events throughout the year, including the Underwater Music Festival. This 40-year tradition features a radio concert beneath the waves at Looe Key Reef, raising money and awareness for reef protection. Many divers bring marine-themed faux instruments to “play” during the show. In summer, Key West returns to the 1930s during Hemingway Days, which honor the famed author and his love for the island with lookalike contests, street fairs and a sunset 5K. Additional events include the Lower Keys Island Art Festival in Big Pine Key.
Dockside restaurants at Hawks Cay Resort
Angler and Ale, a dockside restaurant just off the Overseas Highway, marks the beginning of Hawks Cay Resort. This vacation destination also provides fine dining options for Duck Key’s residents. The resort also includes Sixty-One Prime, a steakhouse whose walls are covered with nautical photography. Neighboring Grassy Key is home to Bongo’s Botanical Beer Garden and Café, one of the premier restaurants within the adventure park The Lagoon. The beer garden serves a variety of brews made from island-grown fruits that locals can sip while strolling the tropical gardens. There are plenty of hammocks to relax in, while daily concerts keep the energy high. Across the street, locally owned Georgie’s Coffee is a popular stop, especially for dog owners who can dine with their pups on the patio. The closest grocery store is the Publix Super Market, about 12 miles away in Marathon, where shoppers will also find Winn-Dixie and Walgreens.
Bongos Botanical Beer Garden can be found in the Lagoon just minutes from Duck Key.
Anglers and Ale is a popular in Duck Key restaurant overlooking Hawks Cay Marina.
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Early college credits are available at Marathon High
Stanley Switlik Elementary, which receives a B-plus from Niche, is a 13-mile bus ride away on Boot Key. B-rated Marathon Middle High School enrolls sixth through 12th grade students and offers juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn early college credit through the Dual Enrollment Collegiate Academy. As part of Monroe County School District, students can enroll in any district school, although bus service is only offered for students attending their zoned locations.
Children in the area can begin their education at Stanley Switlik Elementary.
Marathon Middle High School is Home to the Dolphins.
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Miami-Dade buses are accessible in Marathon
Like many of the Keys, Duck is primarily a car-dependent area. Miami-Dade County bus routes extend through the upper and middle Keys, but the closest stop is 12 miles away in Marathon outside the Florida Keys-Marathon International Airport. The Overseas Highway also leads past Marathon’s Baptist Health Fishermen’s Community Hospital.
A public bus connecting Monroe County to Miami Dade County runs on the Overseas Highway.
Duck Key residents can fly into and out of Marathon Airport.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Duck Key
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duck Key, FL sell after 123 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Duck Key, FL over the last 12 months is $1,390,392, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming 2/1 Mobile Home on Conch Key - Great Investment Opportunity!Located in the heart of the Florida Keys, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home is a perfect entry into island living or a strong investment property. With a proven rental history of $2,200/month plus utilities, this home offers solid income potential. Enjoy peace and privacy on quaint Conch Key, ideally situated
Paulette Thompson PAOcean Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled on the ocean, this exceptional estate on Plantation Island in Duck Key presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of paradise. Located on an expansive double lot, the property offers a rare chance to create a custom oceanfront compound with ultimate privacy. With 162 feet of concrete seawall and protected dockage for multiple vessels, it's an ideal setting for boating
TEAM Walters Gloria, Rachel and MichaeOcean Sotheby's International Realty
One-of-a-Kind Canal Front Home in Duck Key. Rare opportunity to own this large, custom-built split-level home overlooking the iconic Yacht Club Bridge and the stunning flowing waters of Duck Key with easy ocean access. This unique property offers unparalleled views of the water from the spacious primary suite, where you can relax and watch the hawks and pelicans from your private balcony.
Richard PhillipsColdwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate Co.
Nestled on a lushly landscaped, gated point lot, this elegant Oceanfront Duck Key Estate epitomizes resort-style seaside living. Offering sprawling dockage with enviable boating, custom 2021 pool, and sandy beach, your ideal Florida Keys lifestyle awaits! Fully renovated in 2020, every detail has been considered in this intuitively designed retreat; with expertly curated aesthetics blending
Nestled within the confines of exclusive Plantation Island, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, lies a monumental Oceanfront estate of unparalleled proportion. Enveloped in lush tropical landscaping, and sprawling across an oversized 17,900 Sq. Ft. Point Lot, boasting stunning Open Water Views, every detail has been considered at this coastal retreat in coveted Hawks Cay! Enjoy Direct Ocean Access
Nestled in the desirable Sunset Village at Hawks Cay, this lovely waterfront villa offers a comfortable retreat. The property features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen. Enjoy pleasant open water views.Outside, you can appreciate the turquoise waters and beautiful Florida Keys sunsets. This villa is conveniently located
This is an up, down duplex in Conch Keys near Hawks cay resort and 10 mins to marathon. Each unit has its own washer and dryer and all kitchen appliances are included. This unit (downstairs) is newly renovated with new flooring throughout, a new bath vanity, new kitchen cabinets, countertops, oven/range and microwave. Owner is a FL licensed real estate broker.
Sea Shanty! Ahoy! A Buccaneer's Retreat with Open Gulf ViewsAvast, me hearties! Set yer sights on this upstairs hideaway at 82 N Conch Avenue, where the sea breeze kisses the land, and a pirate's life awaits ye in the heart o' Conch Key. Just a quick jaunt from Hawks Cay Resort and a mere 10-minute voyage to Marathon, this be the perfect port for ye landlubbers and seadogs alike!Step out onto the
This is an up, down duplex in Conch Keys near Hawks cay resort and 10 mins to marathon. Each unit has its own washer and dryer and all kitchen appliances are included. This unit (downstairs) is newly renovated with new flooring throughout, a new bath vanity, new kitchen cabinets, countertops, oven/range and microwave. Owner is a FL licensed real estate broker.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
930
Median Age
59
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,562
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,598
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
42.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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