Summerland Key, Summerland Key FL — neighborhood review

Summerland Key, FL

Summerland Key · FL 33042

Updated August 22, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$857K

Median Price

48/100

Walk Score

5/10

Schools

210 min

to Miami, FL

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
AQuietness
90/100
FCommute
15/100
DWalkability
48/100
WYLT Score54/100

Our Take

Summerland Key offers a peaceful island life with a good school rated high, but be prepared for a long commute to Miami and high flood risk. The neighborhood is relatively quiet and pet-friendly, making it suitable for families. However, the reliance on a car for daily errands and lack of public transportation are notable drawbacks.

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The Good

  • Peaceful island life
  • Highly rated school for kids
  • Relatively quiet and peaceful
  • Pet-friendly

Real Talk

  • !Long commute to Miami (210 minutes)
  • !High flood risk (AE Zone)
  • !Dependence on cars for daily errands
  • !Limited public transportation options
  • $Potential flooding costs and insurance increase
  • $Higher car insurance costs due to remote location
  • $Increased costs for groceries and other essentials due to transportation needs

Best For

Families with childrenThose who value quiet and peaceful livingPet ownersRemote workers who don't mind lengthy commutes

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Summerland Key, FL

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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