Heatherwood in Port St. Lucie

Heatherwood

Established 1988 · Port St. Lucie · St. Lucie County

A gated single-family community in St. Lucie West, larger lots and preserve and lake views at one of the area's lower HOA dues.

Gated St. Lucie WestLarger lotsLow HOA
Live Market Pulse
58/100
Momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$432K
Median Price
3.4mo
Supply
46days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$218/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Heatherwood is a gated single-family community in the St. Lucie West section of Port St. Lucie, known for larger, standard-size lots in an area where many gated communities run zero-lot-line, plus preserve and lake views and one of the lower reported HOA dues in St. Lucie West. The read is straightforward: the gate, the larger lots, and the low, cable-and-internet-inclusive dues are priced in, so the deal turns on the home's condition, the lot and view, and an honest read of the roof and systems. Confirm the current dues and inclusions, the lot premium for a preserve or lake view, and comp within the community. The St. Lucie West location near I-95, shopping, and the area's growth is the durable draw."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Heatherwood market snapshot (as of June 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $432K ($218 per sq ft), with homes averaging 46 days on market and 3.4 months of supply, a balanced market (limited data). Based on 7 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Heatherwood is a gated single-family community in the St. Lucie West section of Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County (ZIP 34986), close to I-95, shopping, and restaurants.

It is known for larger, standard-size lots with room for a pool and landscaping, where many nearby gated communities are built on smaller, zero-lot-line parcels. Homes commonly run three to four bedrooms, many with pools, on preserve or lake views.

The HOA is reported as one of the lower dues in St. Lucie West, with figures around 198 to 210 dollars per month, reported to include basic cable and internet and common-area maintenance behind a gated entrance. Confirm the current amount and inclusions for the specific home.

The location offers convenient access to I-95, the St. Lucie West shopping and dining corridor, and the area's parks. Value turns on the home's condition, the lot, and the view; this guide reflects the community's general character, so confirm the details for a specific home.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated single-family home on a larger lot in St. Lucie West
  • Buyers who value a low, cable-and-internet-inclusive HOA
  • Buyers who want preserve or lake views with room for a pool
  • Buyers who want quick access to I-95 and the St. Lucie West corridor

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a luxury estate or new construction
  • Buyers who want a no-HOA home or a very large acreage lot
  • Buyers who want a 55-plus age-restricted community
  • Buyers unwilling to read condition and confirm the dues and inclusions

How Heatherwood is performing right now

58/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
3.4Months of supplytight
46Median days on marketdays
1 : 2Under contract vs for salestrong demand
7Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+3%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from BeachesMLS, as of June 15, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Heatherwood listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Heatherwood buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Heatherwood

Live MLS inventory for Heatherwood. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Heatherwood listings as of 2026-06-15, priced high to low. 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.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from BeachesMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

I-95 (St. Lucie West Blvd)~5 to 10 min · north-south interstate
St. Lucie West shopping and dining~5 to 10 min · central St. Lucie West
Clover Park (Mets spring training)~5 to 10 min · St. Lucie West
Tradition Town Center~15 to 20 min · southwest
Downtown Stuart~25 to 30 min · south
Treasure Coast beaches~20 to 30 min · east

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Heatherwood (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • St. Lucie County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Heatherwood is served by St. Lucie County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Heatherwood address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Heatherwood, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Heatherwood

Our read on what is being built around Heatherwood, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is steady demand for gated, larger-lot single-family homes in St. Lucie West, supported by the area's broader growth and a low, inclusive HOA. The watch items are the condition of the stock, the lot premium, and insurance.

Larger lots in a gated St. Lucie West setting

BullishStandard-size lots with room for a pool, where many nearby gated communities run zero-lot-line, support a durable lot premium and steady demand. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Larger lots in a gated St. Lucie West setting

Low, cable-and-internet-inclusive HOA

BullishOne of the lower reported HOA dues in St. Lucie West, with cable and internet included, supports the carrying-cost story. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Low, cable-and-internet-inclusive HOA

St. Lucie West and Tradition growth

BullishOngoing commercial and residential growth across St. Lucie West and the nearby Tradition area supports area demand and amenities. impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

St. Lucie West and Tradition growth

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Heatherwood, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. June 2025
    Growth

    Major mixed-use plan advances near St. Lucie West and Tradition

    Reporting describes a roughly 41 million dollar mixed-use proposal in the Southern Grove and Tradition area, with hundreds of residential units, commercial space, and a hotel, near the St. Lucie West corridor. Why it matters: Continued growth in the surrounding corridor supports demand and amenities for established St. Lucie West communities like Heatherwood. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Heatherwood, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the HOA dues and inclusions. Verify the current amount, whether cable and internet are included, and what else the dues cover behind the gate.

2

Read the lot and view premium. Preserve and lake views and the larger lots carry real value; price them honestly against interior lots.

3

Read the home's condition. Confirm the roof, HVAC, pool equipment, and any updates, and budget accordingly.

4

Comp within the community. Price against the closest comparable in Heatherwood, by lot and view, not a city-wide average.

5

Verify the school zoning by address. Confirm the exact assignment with the St. Lucie Public Schools district for the specific home.

Best Buy
An updated, well-kept home on a preserve or lake lot, priced to comparable community sales.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting roof, HVAC, or pool work, or overpaying for an interior lot.
Best Lot
Preserve and lake lots and the larger parcels hold value over interior ones.
Smart Timing
Demand is steady for gated larger lots and the low HOA; condition and lot matter more than timing.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Heatherwood is a gated single-family community in the St. Lucie West section of Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County, close to I-95, shopping, and restaurants. It is known for larger, standard-size lots, where many nearby gated communities are built on smaller zero-lot-line parcels, with preserve and lake views and homes commonly running three to four bedrooms, many with pools. The HOA is reported as one of the lower dues in St. Lucie West, around 198 to 210 dollars per month, reported to include basic cable and internet and common-area maintenance. This guide reflects the community's general character; value turns on the home's condition, the lot, and the view, so confirm the current dues and inclusions, the roof and systems, the insurance picture, and the school assignment by address for a specific home before relying on them.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: original homes
$404K to $415K

Older or unrenovated homes, often interior lots. The more attainable way in; the cost to update drives value.

Lowest entry
Core: updated homes
$415K to $480K

Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems on solid lots, the heart of the community. Condition sets where these land.

Most inventory
High: preserve or lake homes
$480K to $485K

Larger or fully updated homes on preserve or lake lots, the top of the local range. The view and move-in condition drive the premium.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$404K to $415K
Entry: original homes
Older or unrenovated homes, often interior lots. The more attainable way in; the cost to update drives value.
$415K to $480K
Core: updated homes
Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems on solid lots, the heart of the community. Condition sets where these land.
$480K to $485K
High: preserve or lake homes
Larger or fully updated homes on preserve or lake lots, the top of the local range. The view and move-in condition drive the premium.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Port St. Lucie locationStrong
Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Heatherwood

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The gate, the larger lots, and the low HOA are the draw. The deal is won or lost on the condition, the lot, and the view.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.9B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage8.2/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Heatherwood is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live BeachesMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live BeachesMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from BeachesMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Preserve and lake lots hold value best
  • The larger lots are a scarce, durable asset in St. Lucie West
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
  • The condition and roof are the biggest swing
  • Comp within the community and confirm specifics

At Heatherwood the value drivers are the lot, the view, and the home's condition, in a gated St. Lucie West community known for larger, standard-size lots. Preserve and lake lots and the larger parcels hold value over interior ones, and that lot edge cannot be reproduced. Read the lot and view first, then price the condition of the home against it, and compare against the closest comparable in the community rather than a city-wide average.

Heatherwood in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated single-family home on a larger lot in St. Lucie West.
Strong onLarger lots, preserve and lake views, a low inclusive HOA, and quick access to I-95 and the St. Lucie West corridor.
WatchThe condition of the home, the roof and systems, the lot premium, and the insurance picture.
Not forBuyers who want a luxury estate, new construction, a no-HOA home, or a 55-plus community.
The edgeA gated, larger-lot home with a low inclusive HOA is a durable value when the lot and condition check out.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Gated single-family community in St. Lucie West
  • Larger, standard-size lots with room for a pool
  • Low HOA reported around 198 to 210 dollars a month
  • Cable and internet reported included in the dues
  • Condition, lot, and view drive value

The HOA is reported as one of the lower dues in St. Lucie West, with figures around 198 to 210 dollars per month, reported to include basic cable and internet and common-area maintenance behind a gated entrance. Confirm the current amount and inclusions for the specific home.

Reported inclusions are common-area maintenance, the gated entrance, and basic cable and internet service. Confirm the exact inclusions and any reserve or assessment for a specific home.

Heatherwood is a gated residential community with preserve and lake views, parks, and playgrounds reported nearby; confirm the specific amenities. The larger lots and low inclusive HOA are the defining features.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Heatherwood, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Heatherwood, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Heatherwood year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Heatherwood Market Scorecard

Balanced Market (limited data)

Heatherwood is currently a balanced market (limited data). About 3.4 months of supply, a median asking price of $457,500, and homes go under contract in about 46.0 days.

3.4
Months supply
$457,500
Median list
$432,000
Median sold
$218
Per sqft
46.0
Days on mkt
2/1/7
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 34986 ZIP is $374,890, about 12.0% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: BeachesMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heatherwood a gated community?
Yes. Heatherwood is a gated single-family community in St. Lucie West with controlled access and common-area maintenance behind the gate.
What are the HOA fees at Heatherwood?
Reported figures put the HOA among the lower dues in St. Lucie West, around 198 to 210 dollars per month, reported to include basic cable and internet and common-area maintenance. Confirm the current amount and inclusions for a specific home.
What does the HOA cover?
Reported inclusions are common-area maintenance, the gated entrance, and basic cable and internet. Confirm the exact inclusions and any reserve or assessment for a specific home.
How big are the lots?
Heatherwood is known for larger, standard-size lots with room for a pool and landscaping, where many nearby gated communities run smaller zero-lot-line parcels. Confirm the lot size for a specific home.
What kinds of homes are at Heatherwood?
Single-family homes, commonly three to four bedrooms, many with pools, on preserve or lake views. Confirm the exact home size and updates for a specific property.
Is Heatherwood a 55-plus community?
Reporting describes Heatherwood as a gated residential community rather than an age-restricted one. Confirm the community's status for a specific home.
What schools serve Heatherwood?
The community is part of the St. Lucie Public Schools district. Assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district.
Is there a CDD fee?
Confirm whether any CDD, reserve, or special assessment applies to a specific parcel as a matter of course.
How close is I-95 and shopping?
Heatherwood is in St. Lucie West, minutes to I-95 and the St. Lucie West shopping and dining corridor, with Clover Park and the area's parks nearby.
Is Heatherwood a good investment?
A gated, larger-lot single-family community with a low inclusive HOA in a growing St. Lucie West location supports steady demand, with value turning on condition, the lot, and the view. This is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Because the lot and condition drive value, having your own representation to read the home, the lot premium, and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
What is the area like?
It is an established, gated single-family community in St. Lucie West, quiet and convenient, minutes to I-95, shopping, and dining, with preserve and lake views.
How is the commute?
It is convenient, minutes to I-95 and the St. Lucie West corridor, with Tradition, Stuart, and the Treasure Coast beaches a short drive.
You want a gated single-family home on a larger lot in St. Lucie WestExcellent fit
You value a low, cable-and-internet-inclusive HOAExcellent fit
You want preserve or lake views with room for a poolExcellent fit
You want quick access to I-95 and the St. Lucie West corridorExcellent fit
You will read the lot premium and condition honestlyExcellent fit
You want a luxury estate or new constructionProbably not
You want a no-HOA home or a very large acreage lotProbably not
You want a 55-plus age-restricted communityProbably not
You are unwilling to confirm the dues, inclusions, and conditionProbably not
You want resort-style golf or marina amenities on siteProbably not

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