Floresta Gardens
Suburban Neighborhood in Port Saint Lucie, Florida
St Lucie County 34983, 34984
Ranch-style homes at a more affordable price
Homes in Floresta Gardens were mostly built between the late 1980s and the early 2000s, and ranch-style houses are the predominant architectural style in the neighborhood. The median price of real estate here hovers around $377,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $238 per square foot. A two-bedroom/one-bathroom ranch-style home can sell for $200,000, and prices can go up to $590,000 for a four-bedroom/three-bathroom ranch-style.
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St. Lucie public schools
Port St. Lucie is served by St. Lucie Public Schools, which earns an overall rating of of B-minus from Niche. Students in the neighborhood can attend Floresta Elementary, Southport Middle and Port St. Lucie High School. All three schools earn a B-minus from Niche. Students at Port St. Lucie High School can enroll in career and technical education programs ranging from building construction technology and automotive maintenance to TV production and technical design. Alternatively, parents can avail themselves of multiple private schools in the area, including St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy, which earns an overall rating of A from Niche.
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Fun in the Florida sun
Floresta Gardens is a haven for those who love to spend time in the Florida sunshine. Because it is so close to the river, residents can often be found enjoying the natural surroundings afforded by the neighborhood’s convenient location. “The St. Lucie River is absolutely beautiful,” says Graves. “There are live oaks that hang over the water, and there are manatees and all types of birds. Herons, spoonbills and egrets all live in the area.” Hiking trails parallel the river, making for superb birdwatching, and the St. Lucie River offers superb fishing.Kiwanis Park, located in the northeastern corner of the neighborhood, is another outdoor venue in the neighborhood. The dog-friendly park offers visitors a playground, picnic tables and a barbecue grill. Near Kiwanis Park is the United States Submarine Veterans Park, where visitors will find fitness equipment that includes stationary bikes and ellipticals, as well as a lake encircled by a walking path. Whitmore Park is another local green space, great for playing on the playground equipment, some quiet fishing or just some scenic waterfront views. Just take care to watch out for alligators, which are known to inhabit the pond at the park.
Floresta Gardens is also near one of the city’s premier event venues. "The MIDFLORIDA Event Center is right on U.S. 1, which is very close by," says Graves. “They host all kinds of festivals and events throughout the year. Carnivals, Italian nights, seafood nights, food trucks — they do something for every holiday, too. Fourth of July and New Year's always have big turnouts.” Featuring an outdoor amphitheater, festival grounds and a gymnasium, the MIDFLORIDA Event Center is less than 5 miles from the neighborhood.
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One-stop shopping and THE place to eat
While Floresta Gardens is close to many of Port St. Lucie's most popular hubs, it is predominantly a residential area. The Shoppes of St. Lucie West and Town Center at Lucie West shopping centers are about 5 miles west, where shoppers can take care of all of their daily essentials. The area is home to Publix, Walmart Supercenter, Home Depot and Lowes, so residents can get just about everything they might need in a single trip. Shoppers will also find stores like Petco, Ross, Home Goods and Academy Sports + Outdoors nearby. “Port St. Lucie, in general, has a small-town feel. But at the same time, everything you need from a big-city perspective is easy to get to,” says Graves.There are also plenty of fast food available nearby, as well as some casual cafes. But the latest dining hotspot in the area is about 4 miles north on U.S. 1. “Right now, THE spot in town is Casa Amigos,” says Graves. “Everyone loves it.” Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant’s popularity is due in no small part to its extensive margarita menu, not to mention traditional Mexican cuisine ranging from street tacos and elotes (grilled Mexican street corn) to hearty enchiladas and fajitas.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Stacy Kartner
Stacy Kartner
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX of Stuart
(772) 837-5825
127 Total Sales
4 in Floresta Gardens
$294K - $365K Price Range
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Jason Coley
Jason Coley
Atlantic Shores Realty Execs.
(772) 732-3416
812 Total Sales
5 in Floresta Gardens
$280K - $425K Price Range
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Michele Scherger
Michele Scherger
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
(561) 309-2950
132 Total Sales
1 in Floresta Gardens
$330,000 Price
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Jayme Stevens
Jayme Stevens
Rinker Realty Inc
(561) 693-0938
89 Total Sales
1 in Floresta Gardens
$530,000 Price
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Khalilah Chatman
Khalilah Chatman
Keller Williams Realty of PSL
(561) 816-6985
28 Total Sales
1 in Floresta Gardens
$389,000 Price
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Kasia D'auria
Kasia D'auria
RE/MAX of Stuart
(772) 210-3529
94 Total Sales
2 in Floresta Gardens
$365K - $435K Price Range
Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lyngate Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Kiwanis Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Tom Hooper Family Park
United States Submarine Veterans Park
- Trails
- Nature Center
SE Coral Reef Park
- Kayak/Canoe
- Ocean
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Floresta Gardens | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Floresta Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Floresta Gardens, Port Saint Lucie sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Floresta Gardens, Port Saint Lucie over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$414,900
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
89
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,098
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,634
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 211 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 1410am - 12pm
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Saturday, Jun 1410am - 1pm
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
5,563
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,008
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,914
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
28.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
% Population in Labor Force
57.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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