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Lake Charles in Port St. Lucie

Lake Charles

Gated lakeside community · St. Lucie West · Port St. Lucie, ZIP 34986

A 24-hour gated lakeside community of homes and townhomes in St. Lucie West.

24-hour gatedHomes and townhomesRelatively low dues
Live Market Pulse
67/100
Momentum
Balanced Market
This is a multi-product gated community, so the read is the product type and the dues, with the manned gate and St. Lucie West location as the draws.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$368K
Median Price
3.1mo
Supply
88days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$202/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Lake Charles is a solid St. Lucie West buy: a roughly 500-acre, 24-hour gated community of single-family homes and townhomes around lakes, with relatively low reported dues and a full amenity package. The read is the product type and the dues, which differ between homes and townhomes, in a St. Lucie West location near I-95. Your leverage is confirming the product and dues and matching the home to its own comps."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Charles market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $368K ($202 per sq ft), with homes averaging 88 days on market and 3.1 months of supply, a balanced market. Based on 54 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Lake Charles is a 24-hour gated community of roughly 500 acres in the St. Lucie West area of Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County (34986), with a mix of single-family homes and townhomes around lakes and common areas, reported developed by Hanover Homes.

Reported amenities include a clubhouse, a pool, a hot tub, two tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, and a playground. Third-party sources report dues around $176 a month for single-family homes and around $395 a month for townhomes as of 2021, covering basic cable, lawn care, an on-site manager, and the manned gate; confirm the current schedule.

The buy here is the product type and the dues. Confirm which product a home is and the current schedule, and match it to its own comps.

Quick Match

Who Lake Charles is best for.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a 24-hour gated community with relatively low dues
  • Buyers comparing single-family homes and townhomes in one community
  • Buyers who value a full amenity package and a manned gate
  • Buyers who want a St. Lucie West location near I-95

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a no-HOA or large-acreage lot
  • Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who want a waterfront or golf community
  • Buyers who want a 55 and over age-restricted community
Market Pulse

How Lake Charles is performing right now

67/100
momentum
Balanced Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
3.1Months of supplytight
62Median days on marketdays
9 : 14Under contract vs for salestrong demand
54Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+7%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 13, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Lake Charles

Live MLS inventory for Lake Charles. 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.

639 Sw Lake Charles Circle Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 145 daysTop listing
$489,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,250 sqft · built 2000
639 Sw Lake Charles Circle Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by Drealestateproperties.com
588 Sw Saint Johns Bay home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 94 days
$479,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,967 sqft · built 1998
588 Sw Saint Johns Bay, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefront
Listed by Nobs Realty LLC
665 Sw Sw Lake Charles Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 201 days
$449,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,314 sqft · built 2002
665 Sw Sw Lake Charles Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Reno opportunityBest value
Listed by RE/MAX Gold
651 Sw Munjack Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 68 days
$424,900
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,889 sqft · built 2003
651 Sw Munjack Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by RE/MAX Gold
657 Sw Munjack Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 8 days
$416,500
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,029 sqft · built 2003
657 Sw Munjack Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by RE/MAX Gold
764 Sw St Croix Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 4 days
$409,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,679 sqft · built 2000
764 Sw St Croix Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by South Florida Realty Prop
713 Sw Saint Croix Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 53 days
$400,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,587 sqft · built 1997
713 Sw Saint Croix Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by Century 21 Move with Us
861 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 158 days
$384,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,672 sqft · built 2004
861 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by NextHome Treasure Coast
562 Sw Saint Martins Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 17 days
$339,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,599 sqft · built 1996
562 Sw Saint Martins Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedBest value
Listed by Century 21 All Professional
653 Sw Munjack Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 59 days
$329,900
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,672 sqft · built 2002
653 Sw Munjack Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by Keller Williams Realty of PSL
794 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 45 days
$325,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,777 sqft · built 2004
794 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Reno opportunityBest value
Listed by Florida Premier Realty of the Palm Beaches LLC
627 Sw Saint Thomas Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 268 days
$319,500
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,672 sqft · built 1997
627 Sw Saint Thomas Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Reno opportunityBest valuePool
Listed by RE/MAX Gold
896 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 40 days
$315,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,468 sqft · built 2003
896 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway Florida Realty
808 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesActive · 66 days
$309,999
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,411 sqft · built 2004
808 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefront
Listed by Keller Williams Realty of PSL
618 Sw Barbuda Bay home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 10 days
$569,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,340 sqft · built 1999
618 Sw Barbuda Bay, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefrontPool
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Of The Treasure Coast
573 Sw Saint Kitts Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 47 days
$525,000
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,482 sqft · built 1998
573 Sw Saint Kitts Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by Illustrated Properties
705 Sw Andros Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 25 days
$439,900
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,889 sqft · built 2001
705 Sw Andros Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefrontPool
Listed by Realty Home Advisors Inc
731 Sw Great Exuma Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 359 days
$439,500
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,358 sqft · built 2003
731 Sw Great Exuma Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Reno opportunityBest valuePool
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Of The Treasure Coast
715 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 218 days
$429,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,672 sqft · built 2003
715 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefrontPool
Listed by Atlantic Shores ERA Powered
665 Sw Andros Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 30 days
$379,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,666 sqft · built 2000
665 Sw Andros Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleLakefrontPool
Listed by Coldwell Banker Paradise
769 Sw Aruba Bay home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 3 days
$369,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,679 sqft · built 1998
769 Sw Aruba Bay, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront
Listed by Watson Realty Corp
709 Sw Saint Vincent Cove home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 124 days
$350,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,875 sqft · built 1997
709 Sw Saint Vincent Cove, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by Keller Williams Realty of PSL
775 Sw Munjack Circle home for sale in Lake CharlesPending · 201 days
$300,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,889 sqft · built 2004
775 Sw Munjack Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34986
Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value
Listed by REDFIN CORPORATION

Active and pending Lake Charles listings as of 2026-06-13, 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.

Interactive Map

Lake Charles on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

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

Drive times from Lake Charles. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

St. Lucie West shopping and dining~5 min · nearby
Interstate 95~3 min · just east
Clover Park, Mets spring training~8 min · nearby
Cleveland Clinic Tradition~12 min · south

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
Lake Charles (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

Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Lake Charles: a 24-hour gated, amenitized community with relatively low dues in a growing St. Lucie West market. Each item is structural and noted below.

Recent Developments in Lake Charles

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishSt. Lucie West stays in demand near I-95 and shopping. The near-term read is condition and product type within a gated, amenitized community.

24-hour gated, amenitized community

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A manned gate with a full amenity package is a durable draw.

Relatively low dues for a gated community

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Relatively low dues support carrying-cost value for a gated community.

Homes and townhomes in one community

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A mix of product means buyers must compare like to like.

St. Lucie West location near I-95

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Proximity to I-95, shopping, and spring training is a practical draw.

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 Lake Charles, 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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    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.

    The Strategy

    The Lake Charles buying strategy.

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

    1

    Confirm the product type: a single-family home and a townhome carry different dues here.

    2

    Confirm the current dues and inclusions for the specific home.

    3

    Read the home's condition and any updates on the specific home.

    4

    Verify school zoning by address with St. Lucie Public Schools.

    5

    Match the home to its own product-type comps, not the community average.

    The Quick Decision
    Best Buy
    An updated home or townhome matched to its product-type comps
    Biggest Risk
    Comparing a townhome to single-family comps or the reverse
    Best Lot
    A lake or preserve view within the chosen product type
    Smart Timing
    Confirm the current dues and any assessments
    Deep-Dive Intelligence

    The full read, only if you want it.

    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

    Lake Charles is a 24-hour gated community of roughly 500 acres in the St. Lucie West area of Port St. Lucie, with a mix of single-family homes and townhomes around lakes, reported developed by Hanover Homes. Reported amenities include a clubhouse, pool, hot tub, two tennis courts, basketball, and a playground. Dues are reported around $176 a month for homes and around $395 a month for townhomes as of 2021, covering basic cable, lawn care, an on-site manager, and the manned gate; confirm the current schedule.

    Lake Charles Homes For Sale

    What your money buys in Lake Charles.

    The takeaway

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

    Here are the broad resale bands in Lake Charles today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

    The Townhome
    $300K to $350K

    Townhomes in the community, the entry into a 24-hour gated, amenitized community.

    Lowest entry
    The Single-Family Home
    $350K to $430K

    Single-family homes across the community, the core of the resale market here.

    Most inventory
    The Updated Lakefront
    $430K to $515K

    Renovated homes on lake or preserve views, the homes that tend to hold value best.

    Strongest resale

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

    See Off-Market & Private Listings
    What Your Money Buys

    What ~$368K buys here.

    Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

    $300K to $350K
    The Townhome
    Townhomes in the community, the entry into a 24-hour gated, amenitized community.
    $350K to $430K
    The Single-Family Home
    Single-family homes across the community, the core of the resale market here.
    $430K to $515K
    The Updated Lakefront
    Renovated homes on lake or preserve views, the homes that tend to hold value best.

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

    Operator Intelligence

    Renovation & Resale Intelligence

    The factors that actually move value in Lake Charles, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

    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
    Proprietary Data

    The renovation premium.

    Updated homes ask about 8% more per square foot than original-condition homes, and they tend to sell faster. In an all-resale market, condition is the single biggest swing in value, which is why reading the renovation math is the whole game.

    Asking price per square foot
    Renovated$225
    Original$208
    Median days on market
    Renovated53
    Original62

    From current Lake Charles listings (renovated 7, original 16); condition inferred from listing descriptions, asking not closed figures. The exact number depends on a specific home's updates, lot, and view, which is the read we do before you offer.

    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    The trap here is a beautifully staged original-condition home. Staging is cheap; a roof, HVAC, and a full modernization are not. We price the real renovation before you fall for the listing photos, because in an all-resale market that number is the difference between a deal and the most expensive house on the street.

    Lot Value

    The lot premium.

    On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

    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.

    Resale Strength Scorecard

    How well Lake Charles holds value.

    Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

    No CDD on the tax billStrong
    Central Intracoastal West 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 Lake Charles

    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.

    Lake Charles1

    Calling the listing agent

    The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

    Lake Charles2

    Misjudging the renovation math

    A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

    Lake Charles3

    Overpaying for an interior lot

    A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

    Lake Charles4

    Underbudgeting the carrying costs

    Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

    Lake Charles5

    Skipping the systems check

    An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

    “

    The gate and the amenities are in every listing. The deal turns on the product type, the dues, and condition.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    Momentum Intelligence

    Momentum Buy Score.

    Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

    7.9B+ · Buy Score
    Resale Strength7.8/10
    Renovation Risk6.8/10
    Location Efficiency8.2/10
    Long-Term Defensibility7.8/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage8.0/10

    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.

    Momentum Housing Intelligence

    Why our read on Lake Charles 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.
    About the analyst · Our methodology

    Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

    Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

    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
    • Golf, lake, and preserve lots hold value best
    • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
    • The lot cannot be renovated, the house can
    • Premium homesites resell faster
    • ~3% asking premium for premium lots today

    In a built-out club community, the lot is the resale insurance

    The houses can be renovated, but the lot and view cannot. Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots consistently command higher premiums and resell faster than interior lots backing to another home. The premium you pay for a great homesite is the discount you avoid when you sell.

    The mistake is paying an estate price for a base interior lot. We help buyers spot which homesites carry real, durable premiums and which are dressed-up interiors, so your money lands where the market will give it back.

    Strongest resaleGolf frontage and lakefront homesites at Lake Charles

    Golf & lakefront lots

    Open views over the course or the 26 community lakes. The scarcest, most in-demand homesites; they command the highest premiums and resell fastest.

    Strong resalePreserve-backing homesites at Lake Charles

    Preserve lots

    Backing to protected preserve means privacy with no rear neighbor. A consistent favorite that holds value well above a standard interior lot.

    Moderate resaleCul-de-sac and larger interior homesites at Lake Charles

    Cul-de-sac & larger lots

    Less traffic, more yard, and an easy walk to the club for some streets. A real but smaller premium that depends on the street and parcel size.

    Value tierStandard interior homesites at Lake Charles

    Standard interior lots

    The most affordable way through the gates, and the best renovation value. Just do not pay a golf or lake price for one, this is where buyers most often overpay.

    Relative resale strength by lot and view, illustrative of how Lake Charles homesites trade. The exact premium depends on the specific home, the view, and the street.

    The 15-Second Verdict

    Lake Charles in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a 24-hour gated community with relatively low dues in St. Lucie West.
    Biggest advantageA manned gate and full amenities with relatively low dues.
    Biggest riskComparing the wrong product type, since homes and townhomes differ.
    Sweet spotAn updated home or townhome matched to its product-type comps.
    Avoid ifYou want a no-HOA, new-construction, or 55 and over community.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • 24-hour gated lakeside community
    • Homes and townhomes, different dues
    • Relatively low dues for a gated community
    • Full amenity package on site
    • No CDD confirmed; verify per parcel

    Reported around $176 a month for single-family homes and around $395 a month for townhomes as of 2021 (third-party reported), covering basic cable, lawn care, an on-site manager, and the manned gate; confirm the current schedule for the specific home.

    Reported to cover basic cable, lawn care on the townhomes, an on-site manager, the manned gate, common areas, and the amenities; confirm exactly what applies per product type.

    Run Your Numbers

    Tools for a Lake Charles buy.

    Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

    Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxSt. Lucie County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Lake Charles.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.
    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.

    Selling in Lake Charles

    Price it to the product type and condition, not the Zestimate.

    If you are selling in Lake Charles, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales in your product type, not an automated estimate.

    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 Lake Charles, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Lake Forest Pointe, 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.

    What is your Lake Charles home worth?

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Lake Charles matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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    Real comps, not a Zestimate.

    Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

    Median sale prices in Lake Charles 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.

    Lake Charles Market Scorecard

    Strong seller's market

    Lake Charles is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,099,999, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

    2.2
    Months supply
    $1,099,999
    Median list
    $847,500
    Median sold
    $321
    Per sqft
    68
    Days on mkt
    7/6/39
    Active/Pend/Sold

    Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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    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 Lake Charles a gated community?
    Yes. Lake Charles is a gated community; confirm the current access arrangement with the listing.
    What type of homes are in Lake Charles?
    Lake Charles is characterized by single-family homes and townhomes in a 24-hour gated community of roughly 500 acres around lakes, in St. Lucie West. Confirm the specifics of any individual home with the listing.
    Who built Lake Charles?
    Lake Charles is associated with Hanover Homes (reported), per third-party sources. Confirm the builder and year for a specific home.
    Does Lake Charles have an HOA?
    Yes. Dues are reported at reported around $176 a month for single-family homes and around $395 a month for townhomes, covering basic cable, lawn care, an on-site manager, and the manned gate (as of 2021, third-party reported). Treat that as reported and confirm the current amount and what it covers for a specific home.
    Does Lake Charles have a CDD fee?
    No CDD has been confirmed here; confirm the CDD status per parcel with the listing.
    What amenities does Lake Charles offer?
    Reported amenities include a clubhouse, a pool, a hot tub, two tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, picnic areas, and a children's playground. Confirm current amenity access and any associated fees with the listing.
    What schools serve Lake Charles?
    Lake Charles is in St. Lucie Public Schools, with the St. Lucie West area commonly served by schools including St. Lucie West K-8; confirm assignment by address. School assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoning for a specific Lake Charles home with the district.
    Where is Lake Charles located?
    Lake Charles is in Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County, Florida (34986). It sits in the St. Lucie West area of Port St. Lucie, just east of I-95.
    Is Lake Charles a good place to buy?
    Lake Charles offers a 24-hour gated lakeside community of homes and townhomes with relatively low dues in St. Lucie West. The right read is a comparable-sales analysis on a specific home; this is not a guarantee of future value.
    How is the market in Lake Charles?
    Inventory here is limited, so a single sale can move the averages. Read current pricing as context and lean on the comparable-sales analysis for a specific home.
    What is there to do near Lake Charles?
    Lake Charles puts everyday shopping, dining, and major roads within a short drive; see the commute section for approximate drive times, and confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
    Should I use the listing agent to buy in Lake Charles?
    No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make on a purchase here.
    How do I sell a home in Lake Charles?
    The right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's size, condition, and location, not an automated estimate. We build the case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.
    Are there new listings in Lake Charles before they hit the portals?
    We track Lake Charles inventory from the live feed and can flag homes as they come available. Tell us your budget and timeline and we will send matches.
    The Verdict

    Should you buy in Lake Charles?

    An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

    Buyers who want a 24-hour gated community with relatively low duesExcellent fit
    Buyers comparing single-family homes and townhomes in one communityExcellent fit
    Buyers who value a full amenity package and a manned gateExcellent fit
    Buyers who want a St. Lucie West location near I-95Excellent fit
    Buyers who want a no-HOA or large-acreage lotProbably not
    Buyers who want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not
    Buyers who want a waterfront or golf communityProbably not
    Buyers who want a 55 and over age-restricted communityProbably not

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    Lake Charles median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty
    Median sale price in Lake Charles, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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