Becker Ridge
Suburban Neighborhood in Port Saint Lucie, Florida
St Lucie County 34953
Ranch-style houses, bungalows and new builds available
Most homes are ranch-style, built in the 1980s and 1990s. There are also some small bungalows and larger custom contemporary homes built in the 2000s. They sit on grassy lawns adorned with small trees, shrubs and flowers. Also notable is the large number of empty lots in the neighborhood, many sitting between homes, giving this suburban neighborhood a bit of a rural feel. Sidewalks are scarce, but the streets are quiet and easily walkable. Prices range from $290,000 for three bedrooms and two bathrooms to $580,000 for a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, new build with over 2000 square feet. Regarding crime, the neighborhood scores 3 out of 10 on the CAP Index, one point lower than the national average.
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Close to Peacock Park
While there are no parks in the neighborhood, many green spaces are nearby. The popular O.L. Peacock Sr. Park, also known as Peacock Park, is nearby, and anglers flock to its lake to fish for bluegill and largemouth bass. The park also offers paved trails for jogging or dog walking. Woodland Trails Park is a bit closer to the neighborhood and is filled with open fields, a playground with sensory play elements, a sidewalk-style walking path that winds throughout, and a large dog park where residents take their fur babies to throw the ball around. Golf enthusiasts can play a few rounds on the 18-hole par 72 championship course at the Crane Watch Club, located just south of the neighborhood in Palm City.
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Treasure Coast High School gives kids different career-focused learning options
Students in the area can either start school at Windmill Point Elementary, which serves prekindergarten through fifth grade and has a B-minus on Niche, or Manatee Academy, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade and scores a B. From there, they head to Treasure Coast High School, which scores a B on Niche and serves about 3,000 students. It offers small learning communities, with classes focused on specific career fields like Culinary Arts, Public Service and Safety, and Criminal Justice.
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Florida's Turnpike is close and easily accessible
Florida’s Turnpike runs along the neighborhood’s eastern side, which connects to Interstate 95, West Palm Beach, about 45 miles south and Miami, about 110 miles south. The closest airport is the West Palm Beach International Airport, about 45 miles south, and offers flights throughout the United States and Canada.Shopping and dining in nearby Tradition
Many residents enjoy the neighborhood’s proximity to Tradition for shopping and dining out. The Landing at Tradition offers many national retailers, including Publix, Target and Homesense, plus mall-type stores like Ulta and Bath and Body Works. The restaurant selection includes Asian fusion, Greek, Mexican and more, and nearly all are locally owned or small Florida chains. Some favorites are Taco Dive, which puts an American spin on Mexican favorites and Meating Place, an upscale, date-night steakhouse. A bit closer to home, residents take Becker Road east into Southbend Lake to pick up groceries at Publix and find services like the UPS Store, a gym and the Hair Cuttery.
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Written By
Sara Huffman
Video By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lisa Grehn
Lisa Grehn
LoKation
(561) 287-7818
77 Total Sales
1 in Becker Ridge
$440,000 Price
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Courtney Cobb
Courtney Cobb
United Realty Group Inc.
(813) 522-6970
9 Total Sales
1 in Becker Ridge
$470,000 Price
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Diana Bruton
Diana Bruton
Treasure Coast Realty
(855) 688-1460
33 Total Sales
2 in Becker Ridge
$315K - $515K Price Range
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Eric Pruitt
Eric Pruitt
RE/MAX Select Group
(561) 530-2509
248 Total Sales
2 in Becker Ridge
$470K - $525K Price Range
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Stacy Kartner
Stacy Kartner
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX of Stuart
(772) 837-5825
127 Total Sales
1 in Becker Ridge
$410,000 Price
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Jason Coley
Jason Coley
Atlantic Shores Realty Execs.
(772) 732-3416
812 Total Sales
7 in Becker Ridge
$48K - $443K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Veterans Memorial Park
Tom Hooper Family Park
Whispering Pines Park
Jessica Clinton Park
Woodland Trails Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Playground
O.L. Peacock Sr Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Fishing
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Becker Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Becker Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Becker Ridge, Port Saint Lucie sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Becker Ridge, Port Saint Lucie over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$459,900
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
95
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,461
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,909
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,933
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,826
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,902
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
15.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
56°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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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