Kings Isle vs Lake Charles
Two St. Lucie communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-02.
| Metric | Kings Isle | Lake Charles |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $219K | $408K |
| Price per sq ft | $172 | $210 |
| Avg days on market | 55 days | 99 days |
| Months of supply | 4.5 mo | 5.6 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 51 | 47 |
The verdict
Lake Charles carries the higher median price — about 86% above Kings Isle. Homes in Kings Isle sell faster (55 days on market vs 99). Kings Isle is the tighter market on inventory (4.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Kings Isle | Lake Charles | |
|---|---|---|
| County | St. Lucie County, FL | St. Lucie County, FL |
| City / area | Port St. Lucie | Port St. Lucie |
| ZIP | 34952, 34953, 34986 | 34953, 34984, 34986 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 28 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 29 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Kings Isle | Lake Charles | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 19 | 22 |
| Under contract | 5 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $196K to $380K | $275K to $850K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Villa | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Kings Isle homes for sale · Lake Charles homes for sale.
Price history, year by year
| Year | Kings Isle median | Lake Charles median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $104K (22 sales) | $158K (47 sales) |
| 2013 | $125K (25 sales) | $165K (54 sales) |
| 2014 | $115K (45 sales) | $198K (29 sales) |
| 2015 | $121K (45 sales) | $201K (66 sales) |
| 2016 | $135K (31 sales) | $220K (63 sales) |
| 2017 | $146K (34 sales) | $220K (71 sales) |
| 2018 | $158K (34 sales) | $225K (75 sales) |
| 2019 | $185K (20 sales) | $240K (51 sales) |
| 2020 | $176K (26 sales) | $240K (60 sales) |
| 2021 | $210K (37 sales) | $308K (66 sales) |
| 2022 | $275K (32 sales) | $372K (68 sales) |
| 2023 | $275K (29 sales) | $393K (55 sales) |
| 2024 | $257K (23 sales) | $392K (48 sales) |
| 2025 | $275K (29 sales) | $400K (39 sales) |
| 2026 | $250K (28 sales) | $380K (51 sales) |
Since 2012, Kings Isle's median sale price is +140% and Lake Charles's is +141% — Lake Charles has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Kings Isle | Lake Charles | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 91.5% | 94.8% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,538 sq ft | 1,863 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 15 (cold) | 23 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Kings Isle | Lake Charles | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Windmill Point | Windmill Point |
| Middle | Manatee Academy K-8 | Manatee Academy K-8 |
| High school | Fort Pierce Central | St. Lucie West Centennial |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Kings Isle is the lower entry point (median $219K vs $408K). Sellers get a faster sale in Kings Isle (55 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Lake Charles more expensive than Kings Isle?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lake Charles is $408,000 versus $219,000 in Kings Isle, about 86% higher.
Which has appreciated more, Kings Isle or Lake Charles?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 140% in Kings Isle and 141% in Lake Charles (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Lake Charles — sellers there received 94.8% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 91.5% in Kings Isle.
What high schools serve Kings Isle and Lake Charles?
Listings in Kings Isle most often report Fort Pierce Central; listings in Lake Charles report St. Lucie West Centennial. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Kings Isle homes, photos & schools · Lake Charles homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.