4 bedroom Single Family Residence at 1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie — photo 1Front elevation
4 bedroom Single Family Residence at 1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie — photo 2Living space
4 bedroom Single Family Residence at 1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie — photo 3Kitchen
4 bedroom Single Family Residence at 1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie — photo 4Owner's suite
4 bedroom Single Family Residence at 1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie — photo 5Exterior / yardView all 29 photos →
37 days on market (MLS) Single Family Residence
$362,000
4-Bedroom Home in PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14

1649 SW Merchant Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953

Single Family Residence in PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14, Port St. Lucie · No CDD on record · Built 2023
PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14 · Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 · St. Lucie County
Listing data updated September 30, 2026 · refreshed hourly
4Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
1,880Sq Ft
2023Year Built
$193Per Sq Ft
2-car garageNo CDD on recordFEMA Zone X4 bedrooms
How to read this page: MLS listing facts carry their source; everything else is labelled as a public record, a calculation, an estimate, or something to verify. Where local data is too thin to support a number, the page says so instead of guessing.
16% below
$/sq ft vs community
$193 here vs $230 median sold (12 mo)
Buyer leverage
Buyer advantage
37 days on market
1884.0 months
Supply around this home
Seller <3 · balanced 3-6 · buyer >6
Zone X
Flood risk
Minimal hazard per FEMA; ~25 ft elevation
$1k–$2k/yr
Est. insurance · illustrative
Not a carrier quote; premiums vary widely by property. Get a real quote.

Sources: BeachesMLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes

Highlights

As of September 30, 2026, 1649 SW Merchant Lane in Port St Lucie Section 14, Port St. Lucie is listed at $362,000 (1,880 sq ft, about $193 per sq ft). That sits within a few percent of Port St Lucie Section 14's median closed sale of $399,000 over the last 12 months (2035 recorded sales). Per square foot it is below the community's recent $230/sq ft by about 16%. It has been 37 days on market. Listing facts: built in 2023, no HOA. The parcel maps to FEMA flood zone X, outside the special flood hazard area. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

  • No CDD assessment on record
  • Built 2023 · 3 yrs
  • 1,880 sq ft of living area
  • 2-car garage
  • 37 days on market
  • No HOA reported by the listing (confirm)
Momentum Research · PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14

Pricing & the PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14 market

How this home is priced against recent nearby sales, and where PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14 has been over 25 years. Momentum Research analysis of BeachesMLS records; closed sales, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates only; see data notes.

This home’s $/sq ft vs. nearby sales

List $/sq ft against recent nearby closed sales; the community median is marked.

Price per sq ft · this home vs. recent nearby salesThis homeThis home: $193/sq ft$1933950 SW KAKOPO Street3950 SW KAKOPO Street: $255/sq ft$255Community median $230
Property timeline

This home’s history

  • 2023BuiltPer public record
  • About Aug 2026Listed (per MLS)MLS reports 37 cumulative days on market as of September 30, 2026
  • Aug 25, 2026First seen on movewithmomentum.comObserved at $362,000
  • NowActiveCurrently for sale

Build year is from public record. The MLS list date is approximate (today minus the cumulative days on market the MLS reports, which can span relistings). Other milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Financing

Estimated monthly payment

$2,629/mo
  • Principal & interest $1,933/mo 74%
  • Taxes $594/mo 23%
  • Insurance $103/mo 4%

$2,629/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 7.03% · edit any field to update.

Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.

Cost to own

Property taxes

✓ Certified tax roll · county-average rate
Estimated property taxes after purchase
$7,125/yr
≈ $594/mo·effective rate ~1.97%
Estimate: asking price less the $50,000 homestead exemption × St. Lucie County rate (22.85 mills, county-average millage, 2025; verify with the property appraiser). Not a bill.
Current owner’s estimated bill $7,725/yr ($644/mo) — taxable value $337,733 × 22.85 mills
$600 less each year
(−8%)

The current taxable value ($337,733) is above the asking price. After a sale the assessment is typically set from market value, which here would be lower than the current taxable value, so the estimate is lower. Confirm with the county property appraiser — the appraiser, not the sale price, sets the assessment.

$20,167
Save Our Homes benefit
The current owner’s protected taxable value sits this much below market — which is why today’s bill is lower than a new buyer’s.
$357,900
Market value
$337,733
Assessed
$337,733
Taxable

Certified 2025 tax roll values for this parcel (Florida DOR). The roll gives values, not the bill; the current owner’s bill above is estimated from the taxable value.

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Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), BeachesMLS; millage: Florida TaxWatch 2025 How Florida Counties Compare (county-average millage); school portion estimated at ~42% of total, capped at 6.50 mills. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill; the county property appraiser and tax collector set the actual amount.

Hazard risk

Natural hazard risk

FEMA National Risk Index for St. Lucie County, FL: overall Relatively High. Ratings compare this county with every county in the United States for expected annual loss from each hazard.

HurricaneVery High
Coastal floodingRelatively Moderate
Inland floodingRelatively Moderate
Heat waveRelatively Moderate
WildfireRelatively Low
TornadoRelatively Moderate
LightningVery High
Strong windRelatively High
DroughtRelatively Moderate
HailVery Low
Cold waveRelatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index (county level, hazard risk ratings only). Ratings describe the county, not this parcel; the flood zone shown above is parcel-specific. Verify insurance requirements with your lender and agent.

Momentum Scores

Momentum Property Score

75/100
Strongest on: Flood safety (95), Price vs area (90)
0 limited50100 exceptional

75/100 is strong across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.

A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.

Price vs area90
This home $193/sq ft vs the community 12-month median $230/sq ft.
Affordability65
List price $362,000 vs the community median $399,000. Not a measure of personal affordability.
Flood safety95
FEMA Zone X, ~25 ft elevation. Verify the parcel with FEMA.
Insurance cost80
From FEMA Zone X and a 2023 build. Obtain a property-specific quote.
Market liquidity59
Community median 37 days on market, ~4.3 months of supply (12-month record).
Pricing power57
Recent sales closed at about 96.6% of original asking (~3.4% below). More room below asking generally favors buyers.
Market timing81
Momentum Market Heat is 19/100 (cold). Cooler readings generally favor buyers; hotter readings favor sellers.

Coverage: 7 of 8 indicators had valid data for this home; indicators without data are left out, not scored as zero. Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent comparable sales. They do not measure property condition, quality, or investment suitability, and they are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.

Momentum Research

The Momentum read

🟢 Buyer-leaning conditions around this listing. 1884.0 months of supply in the surrounding market and 37 days on market for this home, against a 80-day area median.Days on market:this home 37Area median:  80 daysWhy it matters: above-median time on market, together with the level of supply, is a clear sign of how much leverage sits with buyers.Momentum Research interpretation of the MLS facts in the snapshot above. Source: Data provided by BeachesMLS. As of September 30, 2026.

🟡 Asking $193 per square foot, about 16% below the community’s $230 median. PORT ST LUCIE SECTION 14’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $230. MLS facts: BeachesMLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.

What’s unique here: no CDD assessment.

Jump to: About this home · Every number, sourced · Monthly cost · Flood & risk · History · FAQ

Updated September 30, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

Listing description

About this home

2023 built CBS home that has all the features many are looking for – four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two cargarage, open floor plan, impact windows, higher ceilings, back patio under roof, and room for a swimming pool. Close to shopping, schools, and highways. Create equity with this great value.

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Description provided by Coastal Properties and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.

Property facts & sources

Every fact, sourced

Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.

Listing facts MLS

List price$362,000
Bed / bath4 / 2
Living area1,880 sq ft
Year built2023
Property typeSingle Family Residence
Garage2-car
MLS #A12076414
Listing status37 days on market (MLS)

Public records & third-party data

FEMA flood zoneZone X
Ground elevation~25 ft
CountySt. Lucie
Area listings720 active · 288 under contract
Estimated first-year tax~$7,125/yr
CDD assessmentNone on record
HOANone reported

Calculated estimates

Price per sq ft$193
Estimated monthly payment$2,629
Insurance (illustrative)$1k–$2k/yr
Comparable-sales median$399,000

Buyer should verify Buyer verify

Exact HOA dues, fees, and restrictionsRoof age and conditionHVAC age and conditionA property-specific insurance quoteSurvey and lot boundariesPermit historyFlood-insurance requirementsSchool zoning (confirm with the district)Property taxes after sale (homestead reset)CDD / community assessmentsSquare footage and room dimensions
Listing courtesy of Coastal Properties · Listing agent: Joseph E Bettag · 561-746-9775Provided via the BeachesMLS Internet Data Exchange · All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.
The Messtimate™

The Messtimate

Insufficient local evidence for an automated estimate. The Messtimate is a deliberately simple range — living area × recent closed-sale $/sq ft from comparable homes nearby — and it only renders when at least 3 defensible sales exist within about 10 miles in St. Lucie County in the last 18 months. Only 1 qualifies for this home, so no dollar range is shown. It is not an appraisal or a valuation.

Want a property-specific value review? A licensed Momentum Realty agent can prepare a free comparative market analysis using the home, the lot, its condition, and the live market.

Methodology: the range would be 1,880 sq ft × the interquartile $/sq ft of comparable closed sales (same property type, living area within 30%, closed within 18 months, nearest verified subdivision, 3-mile, then 10-mile same-county stage). Estimate for general information only; never an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 30, 2026.

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Transparency

Price & listing history

Listed for $362,000Momentum Realty · on market 37 days
Public records

Building permits

Permit history not yet linkedConfirm permit history with the county building department.
Estimated ownership costs

Estimated costs & disclosures

Estimated ownership costs for general information. Confirm each with the county, your lender, and an insurer. See data & estimate notes.

CDD assessment
None on record

No CDD assessment appears in our records for this community. CDD assessments show on the county tax bill — confirm with the tax collector.

Insurance (illustrative range)
$1k–$2k/yr

An illustrative modeled range, not based on carrier underwriting and not a quote. Florida premiums vary significantly by roof age, wind-mitigation features, claims history, and carrier — a real quote can land well outside this range. Flood insurance not federally mandated (Zone X). Get a quote from a licensed insurer before relying on any figure.

HOA
None reported

The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no mandatory association applies.

Environmental data

Flood zone & elevation

Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.

FEMA flood zone
Zone X

From the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. In this zone lender-required flood insurance is generally not mandated; confirm for the parcel.

Ground elevation
~25 ft

Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.

Windstorm / insurance
Obtain a quote

St. Lucie County is on the Florida coast; wind coverage is a major part of the premium. Premiums and coverage vary by home (roof age, wind mitigation, claims history); obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.

Connectivity

Internet & broadband

Fiber
Check availability

Address-level fiber service is not confirmed for this home. Check the FCC National Broadband Map (broadbandmap.fcc.gov) or the provider for this address.

Cable
Check availability

Cable broadband is common in Florida and Georgia towns but not confirmed for this address; verify with the provider.

Fixed wireless / satellite
Check availability

5G home internet and satellite service depend on the exact location; check coverage for this address.

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Assigned schools

Assigned schools

Schools currently assigned to this address in St. Lucie County, provided as neutral factual data. Assignments can change — confirm current zoning with the school district. This is not a statement about the home's suitability for any person or family.

School zoningThis address is in the St. Lucie County School District. Specific elementary, middle, and high-school assignments vary by street and can change. Confirm current zoning with the district before relying on it.
How it stacks up

Comparable recent sales

Only 1 closed sale within about 10 miles in St. Lucie County in the last 18 months matched this home’s type and size. Fewer than 3 is too few for a median, so none is shown.

Limited comparable data: these sales are listed for reference only. A licensed agent can prepare a property-specific comparative market analysis. Sold prices are MLS closed-sale records, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Before you decide

Buyer research checklist

Items worth confirming for 1649 SW Merchant Lane, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.

  • Built in 2023: confirm the roof and HVAC install dates and whether any builder or manufacturer warranty transfers.
  • The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
  • FEMA flood zone X: flood insurance is not usually required, but get a quote anyway — FEMA reports roughly one in four flood claims come from outside high-risk zones.
  • Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in St. Lucie County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
  • Listed living area is 1,880 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
  • Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
  • Review permit history with the county.
  • Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $7,125/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $600 less per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (−8%). Exemptions and portability change the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser.
  • Confirm school zoning directly with the district.
Nearby & guides

City, county & community guides

Where this home sits, with links to the matching guides. General reference only.

Provenance

Data sources & freshness

Listing recordBeachesMLS, refreshed hourly (last: September 30, 2026)
Comparable salesFewer than 3 defensible closed sales within about 10 miles in St. Lucie County — no medians or automated estimate shown
Flood zone & elevationFEMA flood maps + USGS elevation (Zone X shown above)
Taxes & monthly costCertified county tax roll (parcel-matched) × county millage; an estimate, not a bill
Insurance figureModeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering
Schools2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district

Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of BeachesMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.

Answered before you ask

Frequently asked questions

How big is 1649 SW Merchant Lane and when was it built?

Per the listing record, 1649 SW Merchant Lane was built in 2023 and has 1,880 sq ft of living area, 4 bedrooms and 2.0 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.

What community is 1649 SW Merchant Lane in?

1649 SW Merchant Lane is in Port St Lucie Section 14 in Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County. Too few comparable closed sales exist nearby for this page to show local sales statistics; a licensed agent can prepare a comparative market analysis.

Does 1649 SW Merchant Lane have an HOA?

The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.

Why might property taxes on 1649 SW Merchant Lane differ from the current owner's?

The estimate on this page (about $7,125 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $600 less per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (−8%). Florida reassesses a home after it sells; for a homesteaded seller the Save Our Homes cap on their assessment does not transfer, and a buyer's own exemptions and portability are applied separately, so the two bills usually differ. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.

Is 1649 SW Merchant Lane in a flood zone?

The FEMA flood map places this parcel in Zone X, outside the special flood hazard area, so flood insurance is not usually required by a lender. It is still available and worth quoting; confirm the parcel's status with FEMA and your insurer.

Can I rely on the figures on this page?

No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.

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