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Key Vaca

The central island Marathon sits on — its everyday hub of homes, schools, shops, and marinas, with waterfront pockets throughout.

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Best for
Practical & central buyers
Median price
~$700k+ (mixed)
Property type
Homes & canal homes
Walkability
Car-friendly
Vibe
Central & convenient
To the beach
Water access nearby
The overview

What it's like to live in Key Vaca

Key Vaca is the central island that most of Marathon sits on, the city's everyday hub of homes, schools, shopping, restaurants, and marinas, with canal and waterfront pockets throughout.

It appeals to buyers who want convenient, central Marathon living with water access nearby.

Honest fit

Is Key Vaca right for you?

You'll love it if…

  • You want convenient, central living
  • Shops, schools, and marinas nearby appeal
  • A range of home types matters
  • Water access nearby suits you

Look elsewhere if…

  • You want a secluded, private key
  • You want an ultra-private club community
  • You want a walkable big-city core
  • Only oceanfront will do
The day-to-day

Lifestyle highlights

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Central hub

Marathon's everyday core.

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Shops & schools

Groceries, schools, and services.

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Marinas

Boating and dock options.

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Waterfront pockets

Canal and water-access homes.

Price context

What buying here looks like

Broad, indicative ranges to orient you — not a market analysis:

Condo
~$500k+
Single-family home
~$800k+
Canal home
~$1.3M+
Premium waterfront
$2.5M+

For current listings and the homes that fit your budget, contact me for your free Key Vaca package — tailored to what you're actually looking for.

Your next step

Let's talk about Key Vaca

Tell me what you're looking for and we'll start with a short, no-pressure conversation — no obligation. From there I connect you with a vetted local agent who knows Key Vaca, and help map out your move — in English, Portuguese, or Spanish.

  • An honest read on whether Key Vaca fits your budget and goals
  • A vetted local agent who knows the neighborhood firsthand
  • Guidance for international buyers, including financing options
  • A clear next-steps roadmap for your move

The first step is simply a conversation — no pressure, no commitment, and free for you.

Contact me for my package

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Good to know

Key Vaca questions, answered

Is Key Vaca the main part of Marathon?
Yes — it's the central island most of Marathon sits on, with the city's everyday shops, schools, and marinas plus canal and waterfront homes. A vetted local agent can compare its many pockets for you.
Can international buyers purchase here?
Yes. There's no citizenship or residency requirement to buy property in Florida, and foreign-national financing is available. We connect you with lenders who specialize in international buyers.
What are HOA / condo fees like?
They vary widely by building and amenities and can be significant in luxury oceanfront towers — and they make a real difference to your monthly cost. A vetted local agent can walk you through the fees building by building before you commit.
Prices & figures shown are broad, indicative placeholders — to be verified against current market data before relying on them.