Convenient Port St. Lucie neighborhood comprised of 90% homeowners
Southbend Lakes is a primarily residential neighborhood on Port St. Lucie's eastern side that surrounds the many canals and tributaries reaching out from the St. Lucie River. Residents are drawn to the community’s proximity to water and nature, wide range of home prices, and mix of HOA and non-HOA communities. "I call it the best-kept secret in Port St. Lucie," says Judith Sekscenski, a resident and associate broker with EXIT Twoandahalfmen Realty. “There’s nowhere else I’d rather live.” Southbend Boulevard is the neighborhood’s main artery, providing easy access to thoroughfares that lead to bigger metros like Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. "We're close to Florida's Turnpike, so it's easy for them to get down south for work or family," Sekscenski says.
Tesoro Club and Veranda Gardens among the gated HOA neighborhoods
Tesoro Club, on the neighborhood’s south side, is one of the more notable gated communities. Homes line the fairways of two golf courses, so much of the community is designed for golf carts. Most homes are Mediterranean-style New Traditionals with three or four spacious bedrooms, open floor plans, top-of-the-line appliances and backyard pools with golf course or water views. Lawns are typically around a half-acre and neatly landscaped. Homes don't go on the market often, but when they do, prices usually range from $1 million to $1.5 million. Quarter-acre lots are available in the community for those looking to build custom homes, with prices ranging from the low $200,000s to the mid $300,000s. Higher-priced lots sit along the golf course. Tesoro Club’s HOA fees can be more than $600 a month. “It’s a beautiful community, but it can be expensive to live there,” Sekscenski says.
Close to Tesoro Club is Veranda Gardens, a growing, 55-plus gated community featuring a range of recently built, New Traditional-style homes. They typically offer three or four bedrooms and range in price from the low $400,000s to the high $600,000s, with higher-priced homes featuring custom upgrades and water views.
In the neighborhood's north section are residences without homeowners associations, some of which sit on the curve of the St. Lucie River, and other, smaller gated communities. Three- and four-bedroom Spanish-eclectic and Minimal Traditional builds are most common, with prices ranging from the low $300,000s to the high $700,000s. The most expensive homes usually overlook the St. Lucie River canal. Regarding crime, Southbend Lakes has a 2 out of 10 on the CAP Index, two points lower than the national average.
Luxury oversized homes are available in the Tesoro community in Southbend Lakes.
Southbend Lakes features unique private home communities like Tesoro Club.
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Jessica Clinton Park is a go-to for its big playground
Residents in Tesoro Club can pay a membership fee to access the two golf courses and the swim and racquet club, which offers nine tennis courts, 11 pickleball courts and a junior Olympic-sized pool. Jessica Clinton Park, a public green space off Southbend Boulevard, is popular for a central playground that's accessible to kids of all abilities. The park also offers basketball and tennis courts, an outdoor gym and baseball fields that buzz with excitement on game nights. Residents can also head to Spruce Bluff Preserve, a passive park with two walking trails through scrubby flatwoods and vast freshwater marshes.
Neighborhood friends enjoying a basketball game in Southbend Lakes.
Tesoro community has luxury amenities in Southbend Lakes.
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Port St. Lucie High students can enroll in career and technical programs
St. Lucie Public Schools lets parents choose which schools their children attend. Students can start their education at Bayshore Elementary School for prekindergarten through fifth grade. From there, they can go to Southport Middle and Port St. Lucie High. All three schools have a B-minus rating on Niche. The high school offers career and technical education programs that allow students to gain marketable skills in areas such as building-construction technologies, automotive maintenance and light repair, and TV production. The district also has virtual, charter and magnet schools.
Port Saint Lucie High School is very close to Southbend Lakes.
Bayshore Elementary School serves students from Southbend Lakes.
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Retail and dining at the Shoppes at Veranda Falls
Residents can get groceries at Publix, located in the Shoppes at Veranda Falls in the southwest corner of the neighborhood. The small shopping center also contains a few restaurants, including Oak & Ember, a local steakhouse with all-day happy hour specials. There is more shopping and dining just outside the neighborhood, near Southwest Port St. Lucie Boulevard and Florida’s Turnpike; the Shoppes at Victoria’s Square has a Winn-Dixie and restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, including Mexican, Caribbean, Asian and Puerto Rican.
Grocery shopping at Publix is very convenient, close to Southbend Lakes.
A delicious dinner is priceless at the Oak & Ember Steakhouse in Southbend Lakes.
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Florida's Turnpike is conveniently close
Residents get around by car, and with Florida’s Turnpike running along the neighborhood’s west side, they have easy access to Orlando, about 135 miles away. South of the neighborhood, the turnpike also connects to Interstate 95, which then connects to West Palm Beach and its international airport, both about 45 miles away.
The Florida Turnpike connects Southbend Lakes with other cities.
Southbend Lakes has direct access to the Florida Turnpike.
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Parks in this Area
Turtle Run Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Shepard Park
Tom Hooper Family Park
Whispering Pines Park
Jessica Clinton Park
Pioneer Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southbend Lakes
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southbend Lakes, Port Saint Lucie sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southbend Lakes, Port Saint Lucie over the last 12 months is $605,560, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
ITS*ALL*ABOUT*THE*VIEWS! This house has one of the most unique views and yard in all of Veranda Gardens. It is a pie shaped lot with over 80' along the largest lake. Stunning views run from all sides including deep water and gorgeous sparkling sunsets! The oversized yard is fully fenced and private looking over the water to the resort style clubhouse. House was redone from the builder w/ wood
Welcome to your dream home in a vibrant 55+ community offering comfort, convenience, and a true sense of community. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is move-in ready. Backing up to a serene nature preserve, enjoy peaceful views and added privacy right from your spacious screened-in patio--perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.Inside, you'll find a modern open layout
Immaculate 3BR + flex rm in sought-after Veranda Gardens! This 2BA home features impact windows/doors, wood-look tile thru-out, & an open layout w/ zero-corner pocket sliders to a large screened lanai. Kitchen boasts 42'' cabinets, quartz counters, & spacious island. Flex rm is perfect for office, gym, or guest space. Enjoy a fenced yard w/ partial preserve views & a 2CG. Resort-style amenities
Andrea LaFavorWeichert Realtors-Sunshine Properties
This vibrant 55+ community has the perfect blend of comfort, security, and resort-style living in Veranda Preserve, a premier 55+ gated community in Port Saint Lucie! Located in the quieter southern part of the city with lower HOA fees, this vibrant neighborhood offers a clubhouse, resort-style pool, fitness center, and courts for tennis, pickleball, and bocce, plus exciting social events and
Let's Make a Deal! Welcome To This Stunning Brand-New 3 Bed, 3 Bath, W/ Den, 2 Car Garage CBS Home, Never-Lived-In, Designed Exclusively for Active Adults 55+. This 2,032 Sq. Ft. Single-Story Home Offers a Modern Open-Floor Plan, Perfect for Effortless Living and Entertaining. The Great Room and Dining Room Lead to A Covered Patio Perfect for Indoor-Outdoor Living, While the Kitchen Is Designed
This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home boasts a brand-new metal roof, a charming kitchen, and two cozy living areas, complemented by a two-car garage. It is ready and waiting for a new family to make wonderful memories. The covered patio is ideal for entertaining, allowing you to enjoy the fenced yard and pool. The pool was just resurfaced and has a 10-year warranty.
BRAND NEW 2-STORY/3BEDS/2.5BTHS LAKEFRONT TOWNHOME IN VERANDA LANDING THE NEWLY DEVELOPED GATED COMMUNITY BY LENNAR IN PORT ST LUCIE. ENERGY EFFICIENT CONSTRUCTION WITH MODERN OPEN CONCEPT STYLE. RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES. SWIMMING POOL, POOLSIDE CABANA, LOUNGING AREA AND LAKESIDE GAZEBO. CONVENIENTLY CLOSE TO I-95 AND FL TURNPIKE. FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE CLOSE TO COMMUNITY CENTER, MEDICAL
BRAND NEW 2-STORY/3BEDS/2.5BTHS LAKEFRONT TOWNHOME IN VERANDA LANDING THE NEWLY DEVELOPED GATED COMMUNITY BY LENNAR IN PORT ST LUCIE. ENERGY EFFICIENT CONSTRUCTION WITH MODERN OPEN CONCEPT STYLE. RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES. SWIMMING POOL, POOLSIDE CABANA, LOUNGING AREA AND LAKESIDE GAZEBO. CONVENIENTLY CLOSE TO I-95 AND FL TURNPIKE. FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE CLOSE TO COMMUNITY CENTER, MEDICAL
Welcome to Mason Veranda Apartments in Port St. Lucie! Our brand-new apartment community is ideally located, effortlessly placing you near plenty of nearby attractions and places of interest the Port St. Lucie area has to offer. Our pet-friendly one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in Port St. Lucie, Florida welcome you home to a modern-living environment designed with your needs in mind. From
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,039
Median Age
54
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,097
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,938
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.2%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
47.4%
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®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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