Stuart, Florida is the seat of Martin County, Florida, and a wonderful city in its own right. It is, in fact, the largest of the four incorporated municipalities in Martin County, with an estimated population of just under 18,000 people. Stuart is frequently chosen as one of the best small towns in Florida, due in part to its proximity to the Indian River Lagoon and the St. Lucie River, as well as its many connections to the arts, thriving economy and rich history.
History of Stuart, Florida
Stuart is part of the Treasure Coast, an area that saw a number of Spanish galleons which crashed along its shores in the 18th century. This led to the coast being littered with gold and silver, which in turn earned the area the name Treasure Coast. Stuart itself was settled in 1870, and was originally known as Potsdam, named after a local landowner who was originally from Potsdam, Germany. The area became known as Stuart after another local landowner after the establishment of the Florida East Coast Railway.
In general, the cost of living in Stuart, Florida is lower than the national average, and housing in particular is considerably more affordable than in the rest of the US. Learn more about Sruart, FL in these videos:
