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Nature preserves and industrial activity on Florida’s Treasure Coast
In River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek, hot Florida afternoons are spent splashing in the community pool’s chlorinated waters or exploring Lake Zobel on a kayak. Approximately 5 miles south of downtown Fort Pierce and a short drive away from the Indian River Lagoon (and the Atlantic Ocean beyond), the neighborhood is comprised of gated communities like River Oaks and Carriage Pointe. Residents can explore floodplain forests at the George LeStrange Preserve or head east to spot manatees in the lagoon. Large-scale industrial plants like a Walmart distribution center and Southern Eagle beverage distributors populate the marshy landscape, and it’s not uncommon to see an osprey riding the wind currents. In other words, River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek is a combination of untouched wildlife and brand-new development. “500 new homes are going up in the area,” says Suzanne Gault of Exit Right Realty, who has approximately 40 years of real estate experience. Although most people haven’t lived in these gated communities for long, there’s no shortage of neighborly kindness. “When a hurricane comes, they all go from house to house and put up everybody’s storm shutters,” says Gault. “They don’t just take care of their own here.”
Town houses and traditional homes in gated communities
Prospective buyers can put down roots in a gated community or build their dream home on undeveloped land. The River Oaks subdivision is made up of 27 town houses and 108 private units. Within each building, there are four luxury residences, and prices start at just over $300,000. For a monthly HOA fee, residents can enjoy community amenities like a resort-style pool, clubhouse and landscaping services. In Carriage Pointe, a gated community on the outskirts of the Geroge LeStrange Preserve, buyers can choose from four unique floorplans. Prices hover around $400,000, and homes are built in the traditional style with two-car garages. “There are regular community activities in the amenities area, especially during the holidays,” says Gault.
River Oaks _ Home Styles
River Oaks _ Home Styles
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Updated facilities at Fort Pierce Central High School
Students in River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek can attend St. Lucie public schools like White City Elementary, Forest Grove Middle and Fort Pierce Central High School, all of which received a C or higher from the educational review site, Niche. Fort Pierce’s original high school was damaged during the 2004 hurricane season, and students moved to a brand-new campus in 2008. New facilities include college-level tennis courts, soccer, football and baseball fields and extensive kitchens for the culinary arts program. Students can enroll in college-level engineering courses through Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and all credits are transferred upon graduation.
Seafood platters beside the Indian River
On the way to downtown Fort Pierce along Sunrise Boulevard, residents can check items off their grocery lists at the Publix Super Market at Sabal Palm Plaza and, nearby, order a skillet breakfast from Sweetie’s Diner. Wander down 2nd Street’s palm-tree-lined sidewalks to find an array of family-owned eateries like 2nd Street Bistro and Taco Dive. Or listen to live music beside the Indian River at Crabby’s dockside, which serves up fresh seafood platters and margarita buckets. Another few miles away across the North Fort Pierce Bascule Bridge, there’s no shortage of beach-front restaurants like Little Jim Bat & Tackle (where Navy seals have been ordering beers since World War II). With its stucco, Mediterranean-inspired storefronts, exploring downtown Fort Pierce can sometimes feel like touching down in another country (minus the passport and luggage). “In its heyday, Fort Pierce was called Sunrise City and it’s popular once again,” says Gault.
A weekly farmer’s market and theater scene in Fort Pierce
Residents in River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek are just a 5-mile (or 12-minute) drive from arts and culture opportunities in downtown Fort Pierce. At the Sunrise Theater, locals can see touring rock stars, comedians and even magic shows. Or cross the Fort Pierce South Bridge to visit the Treasure Coast Park and Watch, an old-school drive-in theater near the Causeway Cove Marina. Kids will also enjoy peering over the waterfront viewing platforms at the Manatee Observation and Education Center or learning about their underwater neighbors at the small St. Lucie County Aquarium. On Saturday mornings, head to the farmer’s market at the Downtown Fort Pierce Marina to pick up fresh lobster rolls and organic herbs. There’s plenty of free parking in the garage next to city hall.
Hiking and kayaking in the George LeStrange Nature Preserve
Within River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek residents will find the George LeStrange Nature Preserve, a 94-acre expanse that includes a short hiking trail through pine flatwoods, palm hammocks and floodplain forests as well as access to Lake Zobel. Although swimming isn’t allowed in the man-made lake, residents can still canoe, kayak and fish. Look out for bald eagles and osprey in Treasure Coast skies.
Royal Oaks- Dock overlooking Scenic view over lake in George LeStrange Park
Royal Oaks- Walking trail around lake in George LeStrange Park
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St. Lucie County Public Transit and airport access
Bike lanes run throughout the River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek neighborhood and car traffic is minimal. In downtown Fort Pierce, a free, open-air city tram stops every 15 minutes at the City Hall Parking Garage, 2nd Street, A.E. Backus Avenue, Indian River Drive and Marina Square. Area Regional Transit (ART), the St. Lucie County public transit system, offers eight unique bus routes, many of which run through Fort Pierce and beyond. ART also has on-demand car services in select zones.
Approximately 20 miles north of the neighborhood along Interstate 95, River Oaks at 10 Mile Creek residents will find Vero Beach Regional Airport. From here, Breeze Airways flies to Providence, Rhode Island, Hartford, Connecticut and White Planes, New York. 60 miles — or approximately an hour — up I-95, residents can reach Palm Beach International Airport, which boasts over 40 nonstop destinations.
Medical care at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
Those who live in gated communities like River Oaks and Carriage Point can access top-rated medical care at the HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, known for its heart institute, level II trauma center and comprehensive stroke center. The facility also offers 24/7 emergency care and inpatient surgical services.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
642
Median Age
38
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,900
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,021
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
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®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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