Emerald Coast, FL relocation guide
Moving to St. George Island, FL
$693,000Median home value
Franklin CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About St. George Island
St. George Island is a 28-mile barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, known for uncrowded beaches, the St. George Island State Park, and a famously dark night sky. Homes range from beach cottages to elevated Gulf-front houses, many used as vacation rentals.
Home prices in St. George Island
The median home value in St. George Island is $693,000.
Top places in St. George Island
- St. George Island State Park — nine miles of undeveloped beach and dunes.
- Cape St. George Lighthouse — climbable 1848 lighthouse with bay views.
- Apalachicola — historic oyster town with shops and dining, about 15 minutes north via the bridge.
- St. George Island beaches — public beach access points along the Gulf side.
Commuting from St. George Island
- Tallahassee International Airport, about 1 hour 30 minutes northeast.
- No rail service; the St. George Island Bridge (SR-300) connects to US-98.
St. George Island FAQs
- What is the housing market like in St. George Island, FL?
The median home value in St. George Island is $693,000. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from St. George Island, FL?
Tallahassee International Airport, about 1 hour 30 minutes northeast.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.