Portofino Shores
Homes for Sale in Fort Pierce, FL
All 936 homes for sale in Fort Pierce, FL · median $325,000 · 196 homes for sale in 34951 · St. Lucie County homes for sale
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Over the 12 months ending 2026-11-06, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $317,250, $172 per square foot, a median 170 days on market, sellers accepting 95% of original asking. At the median price and St. Lucie County's FY2025-26 rate of 22.85 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,250 ($6,270 with the full homestead exemption).
Portofino Shores Phase Three is a phased development in Fort Pierce with a median price of $365,000 and a median of $166 per square foot. Those are mid-tier numbers for coastal St. Lucie County, reflecting homes that are generally turnkey condition rather than premium construction. The seven closings in the trailing window show consistent transaction volume without inventory glut.
Year-over-year appreciation of 10.1 percent is strong, though a median 47 days on market and a market heat score of 49 indicate neither frenzy nor stagnation—this is a market where reasonable offers move and overreach sits. Sellers have pricing power but not blank-check leverage; buyers have time to inspect and negotiate without facing bidding wars on every listing.
Figures in this note are as of July 15, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside portofino shores phase three right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Portofino Shores market snapshot (as of November 6, 2026): the median sale price is about $317K ($172 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 171 days on market for closed sales.
In ZIP 34951 (Fort Pierce), 91 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $300K ($204/sq ft), with a median 75 days on market. Right now 43 active and 15 pending listings put supply at about 5.7 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 34951 housing market and the St. Lucie County market.
County records show 21 qualified sales in portofino shores across 2024–2025 (14 in 2024, 7 in 2025), median $325,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Portofino Shores is a community of 255 homes in Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, built between 2004 and 2005 (median 2005), with a median living area of about 1,950 square feet. 65% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
Portofino Shores Phase Three is a phased residential section in Fort Pierce with recent closings at a $365K median and steady appreciation, offering coastal-county access without the premium typical of oceanfront or intracoastal-front communities.
Who Portofino Shores is best for.
Best for
- Move-up buyers leaving starter condos or aging rentals who want a detached home in coastal St. Lucie without stretching to waterfront pricing.
- Buyers seeking Fort Pierce access, low HOA overhead, and a median time on market that allows thorough inspection and negotiation.
- Investors comfortable with mid-tier appreciation and steady transaction volume, willing to hold through maintenance cycles without amenity-driven tenant appeal.
Probably not for
- Buyers who need community pools, fitness centers, or organized social programming as part of the value proposition.
- Flippers counting on sub-median fixer inventory or rapid turnover—the median days on market is nearly seven weeks, not seven days.
- Households requiring guaranteed short-term equity growth or believing any coastal address will automatically appreciate regardless of condition or pricing discipline.
Recent Developments in Portofino Shores
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Portofino Shores, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Development
St. Lucie nuclear plant marks 50 years with licenses for 20 more years
The two-unit plant on Hutchinson Island supplies about 11 percent of FPL's power, and the NRC has granted licenses for 20 additional years of operation. The plant uses robots, drones and submersibles for inspections.
What it may mean for the marketSignals a long-term major employer and power source for the county. The site is about 9 miles southeast of Portofino Shores.
Source: WPTV - October 2026Development
Port St. Lucie board considers rezoning for up to 1,200 homes at Wilson Grove
The Planning and Zoning Board took up a rezoning of nearly 360 acres of agricultural land north of SW Becker Road, between SW Sundance Vista Boulevard and Rangeline Road, to a master planned unit development. The concept plan allows up to 1,200 homes plus parks, lakes and clubhouses. City Council would vote later in October.
What it may mean for the marketUp to 1,200 new homes in western Port St. Lucie would add housing supply and increase traffic demand on Becker Road. The project is about 13 miles southwest of Portofino Shores, elsewhere in St. Lucie County.
Source: CBS12 (WPEC) - October 2026Retail & Dining
Buc-ee's at I-95 and Indrio Road finishes county planning, awaits state approvals
The planned travel center would be about 76,000 square feet with roughly 120 fuel pumps at Interstate 95 and Indrio Road near Fort Pierce. County planning is complete, but FDOT and DEP approvals are still needed. Nearby proposals include Indrio Town Center on about 85 acres and Indrio Groves with more than 3,000 homes.
What it may mean for the marketA large travel center would add retail and fuel access at the I-95 interchange and draw further development interest along Indrio Road. The site is about 4 miles northwest of Portofino Shores.
Source: CBS12 (WPEC) - August 2026Infrastructure
St. Lucie County reviews updated Port of Fort Pierce master plan with mega-yacht marina and spaceport recovery facility
The 2026 master plan for the Port of Fort Pierce proposes a mega-yacht marina, a spaceport recovery facility, expanded boat ramps and restaurants, with a marine commercial district at Harbour Pointe. County officials say nearly 15,000 registered boats compete for 147 trailer parking spaces near the inlet. The plan is under county review and Fort Pierce holds final approval.
What it may mean for the marketAdded boat ramp parking and marine commercial space would expand waterfront access and dining options near the Fort Pierce Inlet over a multi-year timeline. The site is about 4 miles northeast of Portofino Shores.
Source: WPTV - July 2026Schools
St. Lucie schools break ground on Fort Pierce K-8
St. Lucie Public Schools broke ground on July 28, 2026 on a 70 million dollar K-8 school behind Dan McCarty Middle School in Fort Pierce, with capacity for 1,500 to 1,800 students and completion expected in August 2028. The school will consolidate Dan McCarty Middle, St. Lucie Elementary, and Lawnwood Elementary, all built in the 1950s and 1960s. The district plans to sell the three existing school properties to offset costs.
What it may mean for the marketThe consolidated campus adds modern school capacity in northern Fort Pierce and frees three older school sites for potential reuse. The site is less than a mile south of Portofino Shores.
Source: WFLX - July 2026Development
Port St. Lucie weighs commercial rezoning in Tradition
A final City Council vote was set for July 14, 2026 on rezoning about 9.5 acres at Crosstown Parkway and SW Fairgreen Drive in Tradition from residential to commercial, a request by Winding River Crosstown LLC to allow retail and office development. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval in May with conditions including a landscape buffer and architectural wall along residential borders.
What it may mean for the marketThe rezoning would add commercial retail and office capacity along the Crosstown Parkway corridor in Tradition. The project is about 11 miles south of Portofino Shores, elsewhere in St. Lucie County.
Source: WFLX
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 Portofino Shores buying strategy.
If we were buying in Portofino Shores today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Portofino Shores.
What the numbers tell you about opportunity
The median price of $365,000 positions Portofino Shores Phase Three squarely in the middle of Fort Pierce's market—accessible to move-up buyers and retirees seeking coastal proximity without waterfront premiums. The $166 per square foot median reflects homes that are condition-driven rather than architecture-driven; expect solid construction and livable layouts, not high-design finishes or luxury appointments.
A 47-day median time on market is neither fast nor slow—it signals a market where pricing discipline matters. Homes priced to appraisal and condition move; those testing the ceiling linger. The 10.1 percent year-over-year gain is notable and reflects broader Treasure Coast momentum, but with a heat score of 49, this is not a seller's paradise where anything listed disappears in a weekend.
The MLS shows no community amenities—no pool, no clubhouse, no structured recreation. That keeps HOA costs modest and appeals to buyers who want a clean title and low carrying costs rather than resort-style living. You are buying the home and the location, not a bundled lifestyle package.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Portofino Shores. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
Portofino Shores Phase Three requires an agent who knows how to price a phased development in a mid-tier Fort Pierce pocket—not waterfront, not luxury, not distressed. We pull condition comps within the phase and across similar St. Lucie subdivisions, calibrate for time on market, and structure offers or list prices that reflect actual transaction history rather than aspirational peaks. We will tell you when a home is overpriced for its condition, and we will tell you when your budget is better spent in a neighboring community with stronger fundamentals or lower per-foot cost.
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| Location | Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, FL · ZIP 34951 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 255 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 2004–2005 (median 2005) |
| Typical living area | 1,950 sq ft (median) |
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $317,250 median across 4 closed sales · $172 per sq ft |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 170 median |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 65% |
Data as of November 6, 2026. 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; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Portofino Shores key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/portofino-shores-fort-pierce, data as of November 6, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in portofino shores phase three, Fort Pierce
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. 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 guaranteed.
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Streets in this community
Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.
- Sunberry Circle (28 homes on record)
- Arlington Way (24 homes on record)
- Spring Lake Terrace (23 homes on record)
- Spanish River Road (23 homes on record)
- Spanish River Road (22 homes on record)
- Spanish River Road (22 homes on record)
- Santa Margarito Drive (19 homes on record)
- Sunberry Circle (18 homes on record)
- Spring Lake Terrace (15 homes on record)
- Sunberry Circle (12 homes on record)
- Place Lake Drive (9 homes on record)
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The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are St. Lucie County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · St. Lucie County scorecard.
County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.
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Data sources & freshness
| Community market stats | Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending November 6, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 34951)) |
| Under-contract shares | Beaches MLS records, as of 2026-11-06 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2026 (4 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Beaches MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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