Sebastian Highlands

Sebastian, Florida is home to beautiful views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Located in Indian River County, Sebastian is on the Sebastian River and the Indian River Lagoon, making it an ideal location for folks who love being on the water. In addition to the scenic views, Sebastian, Florida provides a connected community with residents gathering for holidays and events. D.R. Horton offers a range of new homes for sale in Sebastian, Florida with spacious open floorplans and smart home technology, providing comfort and convenience after a day surfing or enjoying a community event.

Why live in Sebastian, FL?

Located along the Treasure Coast, Sebastian, Florida combines the quiet tranquility of a small town with a connected community and plenty of outdoor recreation options. With over 16 parks in the area, it’s easy to get your steps in, or if you’d prefer to enjoy water activities, or get some fresh air, there are several options. Sebastian Inlet State Park is well-known for its fishing and surfing, providing a great way to enjoy the town’s proximity to water. The city is conveniently located on I-95 and is only 15 miles from Vero Beach, which provides additional outdoor recreation and entertainment opportunities.

Entertainment in Sebastian, FL

There are plenty of entertainment options in Sebastian, FL, from fun holiday gatherings to chill get-togethers at local breweries.

With a couple of breweries in town and several additional options in nearby Vero Beach, finding a place to chill with friends is simple, though choosing which brewery–and beer—to enjoy may be more challenging. Many local breweries offer live music and bring in food trucks so that you can enjoy lunch or dinner with chill vibes and great brews.

Of course, if you’re looking for a few fun events close to home in Sebastian, Florida, you’ll find plenty of those. Halloween gatherings in town are always popular. Held at the Rail Trail in the city and the county pool, the annual Halloween event includes a 5K costume run, a trunk or treat, dance performances, and scare zones along the trail created by local law enforcement.

When November rolls around, so does another beloved Sebastian event, the Sebastian Clambake. The weekend features an abundance of great seafood, from clams to clam strips and pasta. Live music helps create a fun festival-like atmosphere, and activities for all ages are available. There’s a kid zone, craft vendors, and plenty of great seafood.

Seafood has long been a part of Sebastian’s history, as the area is an excellent place for fishing. In fact, a unique museum that showcases the area’s significance as a fishing village is in town at the Sebastian Inlet State Park. The Sebastian Fishing Museum details the permanent and seasonal fishing camps necessary for the families in the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum includes a replica of a fish house and dock, a homemade fishing boat, fishing gear, and photos of families fishing on the lagoon. It takes an in-depth look at the lives of some of the families that were instrumental in starting and maintaining fish houses in town.

Nearby Vero Beach also provides great opportunities to gather with friends and neighbors. The local farmers' market is held in Vero Beach, and you can pick up fresh produce and homemade baked goods every Saturday. Vero Beach is also home to holiday gatherings for the surrounding towns, including Sebastian. The Tree Lighting Festival is an excellent example of this. With kids' crafts, “snow” games, live music, holiday movie showings, and a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, there is plenty to enjoy for all ages.

Whether you want to get together with friends for a community event or simply hang out on a Friday night, there are plenty of options close to home in Sebastian, FL.

Outdoor recreation in Sebastian, FL

Water recreation is a way of life in Sebastian, Florida. Whether it's fishing, surfing, boating, or simply hanging out by the water, the locals know that the water activities are better in Sebastian.

Widely considered one of the most popular parks in the Southeast, Sebastian Inlet State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities both on and off the water. Sebastian Inlet’s first peak, located near the north jetty, is considered one of Florida’s most consistent surf breaks, and Monster Hole, less than a mile from the beach, is another popular surf spot in the area. The park is home to world-class surfing, but you can also go for a swim or observe the wildlife in the area, such as the variety of shorebirds and sea turtles. During June and July, you can take part in a ranger-guided turtle walk along the beach searching for sea turtles nesting at night. The park is home to five species of turtles, with three nesting on the beaches, and in fact, more loggerhead turtles are nesting at the park than anywhere else in Florida.

There are more than just outdoor activities at the park, so those looking for a break from the heat have some options too. Sebastian Inlet State Park is home to two museums: the McLarty Treasure Museum, which features information about the 1715 Spanish treasure fleet, and the Sebastian Fishing Museum, which showcases the area’s heritage as a fishing village with a replica of a fishing house and a homemade fishing boat.

Sebastian Inlet State Park is also widely considered one of the premier saltwater fishing spots on the east coast of Florida. You are welcome to cast a line from one of the jetties or use the boat ramp to get out on the water. The Sebastian River Area is another popular fishing spot, and the river offers prime freshwater fishing. The area covers 13,000 acres of wilderness and is known for trophy bass.

Whatever your interest in outdoor recreation, whether birdwatching or fishing, you will surely find plenty of options to pursue it close to home in Sebastian, Florida.

New construction homes in Sebastian, FL

Sebastian, FL provides a connected small town community with plenty of outdoor recreation options, especially water-based activities. With a new build home in Sebastian, it’s easy to get involved in the community and enjoy all the area offers. D.R. Horton’s homes for sale in Sebastian, Florida offer comfort and convenience with spacious living and kitchen areas and smart home technology. Browse our listings of homes for sale or contact us to learn how to become a homeowner in Sebastian, Florida.