Fort Pierce South
The great outdoors and then some
Fort Pierce South is home to the largest freshwater coastal marsh on Florida’s east coast, the Savannas Campground and Recreation Area. This 550-acre preserve is composed of diverse habitats ranging from pine flatwoods to scrub brush and wet prairie, all of which are federally protected areas. More than 10 miles long, the preserve offers visitors a look back to a time before Florida’s wetlands were drained. Wildlife is plentiful here, and creatures like iguanas, egrets, raccoons, ducks and tortoises can be seen throughout. It’s also a fabulous place for bird and butterfly watching. Visitors can take advantage of areas for both RV and tent camping, and restrooms, showers and laundry facilities make roughing it easier. The park also hosts nearly 15 miles of walking, biking and horseback riding trails.Another conservation effort in Fort Pierce South is the Spoil Island Project. Spoil islands are formed after an area has been dredged, and the piled sand and dirt break the water’s surface. These artificial landmasses provide recreational opportunities, and the Spoil Island Project works to preserve and enhance the islands for future generations. By 2022, the project had overseen seven aquatic preserves and spoil islands in Fort Pierce South, all of which allow visiting and overnight camping free of charge.
For a slightly less rustic encounter with nature, the Heathcote Botanical Gardens has the largest collection of tropical bonsai trees in the nation, with more than 100 on display. The gardens were initially planted in New York City, but were moved and transplanted in their current Florida home in 1960. Since then, the facility has grown to include nearly a dozen specialty gardens, including butterfly and herb gardens. For children, there’s a fairy garden with tree stumps to rest on, a playhouse, mosaic hopscotch and art pieces made from gardening tools.
And when they want to just head to the neighborhood park, residents love to spend time at Maravilla Park. The park has a playground, a basketball court, a baseball diamond and lighted tennis courts, as well as a dedicated dog park for the four-legged family members. Maravilla Park is also home to the Maravilla Community Center, offering exercise classes during the week and facility rental for gatherings on the weekends.
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A wide range of housing options
Home shoppers will find a variety of styles in the neighborhood, where cozy bungalows stand next to spacious villas. Manufactured homes, condominiums and townhouses also feature in the neighborhood’s architectural styles, as do ranch- and mission-style homes. The median home price in Fort Pierce South is $280,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $178 per square foot. A two-bedroom/one-bathroom manufactured home in need of some renovation can sell for $90,000, and prices can go up to $2 million for a spacious five-bedroom/five-bathroom ranch-style home with a separate guest cottage and private tennis court. “Homebuyers here range from first-time buyers that are drawn to the neighborhood’s affordability to retirees who love the tranquil setting,” says Price.
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St. Lucie Public Schools
Fort Pierce South is districted to St. Lucie Public Schools, which earns an overall rating of B-minus from Niche. Neighborhood students can attend Lawnwood Elementary, Forest Grove Middle and Fort Pierce Central High School. Both Lawnwood and Forest Grove earn a C-plus from Niche and Fort Pierce Central earns a B. Students at Fort Pierce Central High School can participate in any of 20 school-sponsored clubs and they have the opportunity to play 26 different varsity-level sports. Fort Pierce South is also close to several area private schools, including St. Edward’s School in nearby Vero Beach, which earns an A-plus rating from Niche.
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Great shopping and dining options
Residents of Fort Pierce South don’t have to drive far for their groceries, with Publix located in Sabal Palm Plaza in the neighborhood’s northeastern quadrant. In the same mall, shoppers will also find stores like Urban Appeal, Citi Trends, Staples and GNC, among others. And when dining out is on the menu, locals head to Moonswiner’s Barbecue, where the Adkins family has been slow-smoking meat and hand-making all their sides since 1981.
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Written By
Andrew Spencer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Stacy Kartner
Stacy Kartner
RE/MAX of Stuart
(772) 837-5825
126 Total Sales
2 in Fort Pierce South
$61K - $110K Price Range
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Dawn Burlace
Dawn Burlace
Responds QuicklyFlorida Real Estate Navigators
(772) 946-1245
109 Total Sales
6 in Fort Pierce South
$155K - $620K Price Range
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Jason Coley
Jason Coley
Atlantic Shores Realty Execs.
(772) 732-3416
808 Total Sales
19 in Fort Pierce South
$20K - $825K Price Range
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Michele Scherger
Michele Scherger
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
(561) 309-2950
133 Total Sales
2 in Fort Pierce South
$105K - $165K Price Range
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Eugenio Valdes
Eugenio Valdes
LoKation
(954) 686-2439
43 Total Sales
1 in Fort Pierce South
$450,000 Price
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Eileen Simons
Eileen Simons
Fulton Grace Realty
(586) 333-3275
41 Total Sales
1 in Fort Pierce South
$159,900 Price
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Rotary Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pepper Park Beachside
Savannas Recreation Area
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
George LeStrange Preserve
- Fishing
- Lake
- Trails
Lawnwood Sport's Complex
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Tennis
Indian Hills Recreation Area
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fort Pierce South | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fort Pierce South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fort Pierce South, Fort Pierce sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Pierce South, Fort Pierce over the last 12 months is $392,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$392,000
Median Sale Price
$392,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$392,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$449,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$595,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
265
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$281
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,699
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,534
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,437
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,230
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
908
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,549 - $2,900 per month
- Ravinia - St. Lucie Rental Homes
- 3-4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,440+ Sq Ft
- 2935 Ashland Cir
- Fort Pierce, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,316
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,252
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,670
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.5%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
54°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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