Vero Beach South
A blend of 20th-century ranch homes and new construction
Mainly residential, South Vero contains some of the oldest properties in Vero Beach, many built between 1950 and 1980. Ranch homes and simple minimal traditional styles are typical for this era, and many sell between $250,000 and $350,000. "South Vero, I think of as anywhere from 14th Street to South Oslo, but there's a bunch of communities within it," says Eric Attio, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty of VB. He's lived and sold homes in Vero Beach for 20 years. "There might be smaller homes and dirt roads, but you can find gorgeous properties. South Vero has an old reputation for not being the nicest part of town, which isn't true. You just need to know where to look." South Vero still has plenty of open land, and new homes have steadily been popping up since the early 21st century. Newer houses, often inspired by Mediterranean or Spanish design, typically sell for $400,000 to $600,000. They usually sit on at least a quarter to half an acre and feature pools and two-car garages.On the pathway to Vero Beach High
South Vero falls under the Indian River County School District, and there are several elementary schools within the area that kids might attend. Most common are Citrus Elementary and Vero Beach Elementary, which have a B and B-minus on Niche, respectively. Many kids will move on to B-minus-rated Oslo Middle, then to A-minus-rated Vero Beach High. The Indian River District provides the Champions List, an extensive breakdown of all clubs and extracurriculars they offer in each public school. Schools across all grade levels have unique offerings, from youth sailing, environmental conservation clubs and aviation programs.
Navigating Vero Beach via Route 1
The car-dependent community of South Vero mainly relies on Route 1 to get around the city, with the 17th Street Bridge crossing over the Intracoastal Waterway; the beach is only a few miles away. While Vero Beach has the Vero Beach Regional Airport, the only commercial airline it serves is Breeze, which has limited destination stops. Most residents will fly out of the larger hub of Melbourne Orlando International Airport, located 36 miles north. For emergencies and general medical needs, South Vero is 4 miles from the Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.The legacy and conservation of McKee Botanical Gardens
Nearby is South County Park – also known as Dick Bird Park – which has a large playground, basketball and tennis courts, and four multi-purpose ball fields. Found off Route 1 is the McKee Botanical Gardens, originally opened in 1932 and a trendy destination for those driving by from other cities. Once air travel became more common, its popularity decreased, and the gardens fell into disarray – until Indian River County poured nearly 2 million dollars into this historic site. Today, it's 18 acres of natural Floridian greenery, with wild palms, Spanish moss-draped oaks, and neon-petaled flowers blooming in the humid air. Art structures from local artisans are scattered throughout the walking trails, and there's a huge children's area, with a pirate ship built as a playground and outdoor musical instruments. McKee hosts free children's play events alongside art programs weekly.Shopping at Majestic Plaza and finding local eats
Most of the mainland's shopping and dining areas are concentrated in South Vero, with the most prominent sections concentrated off Oslo Road and Eighth Avenue. Majestic Plaza and the surrounding blocks are some of the most popular commercial strips for residents, providing a Publix and big-name stops like Walgreens and AutoZone. Locals also head here to catch movies at The Majestic 11 movie theater and pop into the local salons and shops peppered around the chain stores. Wilke's 14 Bones BBQ has been serving smoked brisket and burgers to Vero Beach for over 30 years, while the Green Marlin Restaurant & Raw Bar is a local favorite for seafood on the mainland.
Community events for South Vero
In February, at Riverside Park, many in South Vero will head over the 17th Street Bridge to attend the annual Vero Beach Food, Wine & Music Festival. The entertainment is in the name – tons of local vendors come out to serve wine and spirits to the community while live music plays, with proceeds going to local charities. Every week, Riverside Theatre hosts outdoor musical shows and productions, and social clubs around the community throw events for members. "This is a very community-oriented area," Sorger says. "When I got here 10 years ago, this town welcomed me with open arms."Preparing for weather in Vero Beach
Due to South Vero bordering the Intracoastal Waterway and being only a few miles from the Atlantic, it's prone to weather such as flooding and hurricanes. For many neighborhoods, flood insurance is not only encouraged but required. Many homeowners will pay additional money to have hurricane-proofed garage doors and windows installed if the house is not already equipped.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chris Junker
RE/MAX Crown Realty
(772) 758-2295
239 Total Sales
11 in Vero Beach South
$32K - $473K Price Range
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Erica Ogilvie
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Crown Realty
(772) 571-4650
224 Total Sales
4 in Vero Beach South
$180K - $580K Price Range
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Nancy Carty
RE/MAX Crown Realty
(772) 758-5360
43 Total Sales
1 in Vero Beach South
$260,000 Price
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Jennifer Goodall
RE/MAX Crown Realty
(772) 758-7501
101 Total Sales
4 in Vero Beach South
$150K - $362K Price Range
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Sherri Sproch
RE/MAX Crown Realty
(772) 758-0988
138 Total Sales
20 in Vero Beach South
$20K - $774K Price Range
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Adriana Trautman
RE/MAX Associated Realty
(772) 494-2840
42 Total Sales
3 in Vero Beach South
$306K - $670K Price Range
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Vero Beach South | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 4 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
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Vero Beach South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vero Beach South, Vero Beach sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Vero Beach South, Vero Beach over the last 12 months is $458,500, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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