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Duck Key

Duck Key is one of the Florida Keys’ most refined resort-residential communities — a connected chain of five small keys centered around the world-renowned Hawks Cay Resort. It offers a rare blend of private island living and full resort amenities, including a deep-water marina, spa, dining, and recreational programs, all within an immaculately maintained tropical setting. Located at Mile Marker 61 in the Middle Keys, Duck Key is made up of Duck Key, Plantation Island, Yacht Club Island, Harbour Island, and Shelter Key, all linked by private causeways. This unique layout creates a secluded yet highly serviced lifestyle, where homeowners enjoy quiet residential living alongside immediate access to one of the Keys’ premier full-service resorts. Hawks Cay Resort and the Duck Key Lifestyle

Explore the Duck Key, FL Lifestyle and Homes

Duck Key is one of the Florida Keys’ most refined resort-residential communities — a connected chain of five small keys centered around the world-renowned Hawks Cay Resort. It offers a rare blend of private island living and full resort amenities, including a deep-water marina, spa, dining, and recreational programs, all within an immaculately maintained tropical setting. Located at Mile Marker 61 in the Middle Keys, Duck Key is made up of Duck Key, Plantation Island, Yacht Club Island, Harbour Island, and Shelter Key, all linked by private causeways. This unique layout creates a secluded yet highly serviced lifestyle, where homeowners enjoy quiet residential living alongside immediate access to one of the Keys’ premier full-service resorts. Hawks Cay Resort and the Duck Key Lifestyle

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Hawks Cay Resort provides Duck Key residents with access to amenities that go well beyond what most private residential communities offer. The resort features multiple swimming pools, a saltwater lagoon where guests and residents can swim with dolphins through the Dolphin Connection program, a full-service 60-slip marina with deep-water access to both the Atlantic Ocean and Florida Bay, on-site dive and snorkel charters, multiple waterfront dining outlets, and a luxury spa. For homeowners seeking a second residence that functions as both a private retreat and an investment property with robust rental income potential, the Duck Key and Hawks Cay combination represents one of the most compelling propositions in the entire Florida Keys real estate market.

 

Duck Key Luxury Homes for Sale — What to Expect

 

Residential properties on Duck Key include single-family homes and villas set along the island's internal canal system, many featuring private docks, tropical gardens, and direct water access via the Hawks Cay marina complex. The real estate market here is distinguished by a higher price per square foot than most Middle Keys communities, reflecting the irreplaceable amenity value of the resort, the limited supply of available properties, and the strong demand from both domestic and international buyers seeking turn-key resort-adjacent luxury homes. Because Duck Key properties are rarely listed, working with an agent who has direct access to the community and understands the nuances of resort-adjacent ownership is essential.

 

Browse available Duck Key luxury homes for sale below and contact our team to discuss current and upcoming listings in this extraordinary resort community.

Overview for Duck Key, FL

10,586 people live in Duck Key, where the median age is 48.1 and the average individual income is $49,411. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,586

Total Population

48.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$49,411

Average individual Income

Around Duck Key, FL

There's plenty to do around Duck Key, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Leopoldo La Verace, LJ’s Cafe, and La Chapina Restaurant.

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Dining 3.54 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.94 miles 71 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.48 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.48 miles 105 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Active 3.93 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.6 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Duck Key, FL

Duck Key has 4,268 households, with an average household size of 2.44. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Duck Key do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,586 people call Duck Key home. The population density is 1,166 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,586

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48.1 years

Median Age

52 / 48%

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Total Households

2.44

Average Household Size

$49,411

Average individual Income

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Schools in Duck Key, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Duck Key. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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