Tradition
Homes for Sale in Port St. Lucie, FL
All 1,595 homes for sale in Port St. Lucie, FL · median $407,027 · 511 homes for sale in 34987 · St. Lucie County homes for sale
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As of October 2026, Tradition Plat No 20 - The Preserve in Port St. Lucie, FL has 3 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 7 recorded sales closed at a median of $385,000, $189 per square foot, a median 38 days on market, sellers accepting 99% of original asking (+2% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 2019–2021; 9 of 9 report an HOA (median $483/mo); none of the 9 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 28 ft). At the median price and St. Lucie County's FY2025-26 rate of 22.85 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,800 ($7,820 with the full homestead exemption).
Part of the Tradition master-planned community in Port St. Lucie, FL — see all Tradition homes for sale (142 listings across 42 villages and sections in the MLS).
Homes For Sale Right Now in Tradition
Live MLS inventory for Tradition. 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.
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Active · 138 daysActive · 39 daysActive and pending Tradition listings as of 2026-10-12, 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.
The Preserve sits inside the larger Tradition master plan in Port St. Lucie, a development known for walkable design and planned amenities. At a median of $385,000 and $189 per square foot, pricing reflects newer construction in a suburban setting with community infrastructure—though without identifiable amenities in current listings, value here is driven by the home itself and proximity to Tradition's broader network of parks, trails, and commercial nodes.
The market has softened year-over-year, down 5.5 percent, and homes are taking 42 days to sell. That's not fast, but it's steady—a signal that buyers are weighing options carefully and that sellers with condition issues or aggressive pricing will sit. For buyers, it's a negotiating window; for sellers, it's a market that rewards accuracy and readiness.
Tradition right now
🟡 Balanced market. 6.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Beaches MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Medium (3 active and pending listings, 7 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($385K) is up 2.0% from the prior 12 months ($378K). With about 5 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20. Confidence: Low (7 and 4 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated October 13, 2026 · Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Tradition market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $385K ($189 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 38 days on market for closed sales, and 6.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 2% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Beaches MLS closed sales (7 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 34987 (Port St. Lucie), 1,587 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $430K ($213/sq ft), down 0.5% year over year, with a median 62 days on market. Right now 268 active and 125 pending listings put supply at about 4.7 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 34987 housing market and the St. Lucie County market.
County records show 6 qualified sales in Tradition across 2024–2025 (5 in 2024, 1 in 2025), median $450,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Tradition is a community of 87 homes in Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County, built between 2019 and 2022 (median 2021), with a median living area of about 2,034 square feet. 72% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
A neighborhood inside Port St. Lucie's Tradition development, priced at the median for newer suburban product in St. Lucie County, moving at a measured pace that favors prepared buyers.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Tradition is best for.
Best for
- Buyers with steady income seeking a newer home in a planned community, comfortable at the median price point and prioritizing location over on-site amenities.
- Move-up buyers leaving older Port St. Lucie stock, looking for modern finishes and walkable access to retail and green space within Tradition.
- Buyers who value inspection time and negotiation leverage, willing to move deliberately in a market that isn't racing.
Probably not for
- Buyers stretching to the edge of budget, hoping for instant equity gain in a market that's currently flat to slightly declining year-over-year.
- Investors seeking high cash flow or rapid turnover—the median days on market and recent price trend don't support a quick-flip strategy.
- Buyers who need a resort-style amenity package at the neighborhood level; community features here are absorbed into the broader Tradition plan, not hyperlocal.
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending September 20 of each year, from record-level Beaches MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($385K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($378K) IS the +2.0% one-year change.
Windows contain 1 to 12 sales each (7 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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.
27% of homes for sale in ZIP 34987 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-12).
Tradition Market Scorecard
Tradition is currently a balanced market. About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $420,000, and homes go under contract in about 99 days.
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Tradition on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Beaches MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Schools
- St. Lucie County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Windmill Point · Elementary
- Manatee Academy K-8 · Middle
- St. Lucie West Centennial · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Tradition listings and can change; always confirm with St. Lucie County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Tradition address.
Shop the zone: Homes zoned for St. Lucie West Centennial High School
The Tradition buying strategy.
If we were buying in Tradition 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 Tradition.
What the market is actually telling you
The Preserve benefits from its position within Tradition, a master-planned community that offers walkability, retail access, and a network of green space—attributes that command a premium over older Port St. Lucie subdivisions. But without stand-alone amenities visible in MLS data, buyers here are paying for location and the quality of the home, not a pool or clubhouse across the street.
The median price of $385,000 sits in the middle of the Port St. Lucie spectrum: not entry-level, but not pushing into the luxury tier either. At $189 per square foot, the numbers suggest homes built in the last decade or so, likely three- to four-bedroom layouts with modern finishes. The 42-day median time on market and the modest year-over-year decline tell you this is a market where homes sell, but not instantly. Buyers have time to inspect, compare, and negotiate—especially if a property has deferred maintenance or is priced optimistically.
For sellers, the lesson is clear: condition and price discipline matter. Homes that show well and are priced to the current median move; those that don't will accumulate days on market and likely require a reduction. For buyers, the environment is workable—expect some negotiation room, but don't assume distress. This is a community where people want to live, just not at any price.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Tradition. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in Tradition buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (6.8). Basis: Recent Direction +2.0% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 6.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 72% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 99.3% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
Momentum Realty knows the Treasure Coast market and the subtle differences between Tradition's plats. We'll show you what the median price buys in The Preserve versus neighboring sections, help you identify deferred maintenance before it becomes your problem, and tell you when a seller's price has already been tested by the market. Whether you're buying or selling, we position you with data, honesty, and zero hype—so you make the decision that actually fits your goals.
Tradition in 15 seconds.
What it really costs to own in Tradition
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
| Property tax | Current owners' bills run a median of $8,170/yr across 9 listings here (MLS tax records, 2026-10-13). |
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| HOA dues | Median $483/month across 132 MLS listings (most billed monthly; 2026-10-13). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study. |
| Home and flood insurance | The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Saint Lucie County is $2,332/yr (2,890 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction. |
| Roof and age | Median build year 2021 across 9 listings. Newer roofs and current wind-mitigation features usually mean the lower end of insurance quotes. |
Estimated carrying cost at the median asking price, before the mortgage: about $1,358/month (tax $681, HOA $483, insurance $194). An estimate from the sources above, not a quote.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $483/month (about $5,796/yr) · median of 132 MLS listings, most billed monthly
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $483 per month ($5,796 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 132 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed monthly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Tradition buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Tradition sales matched to your home.
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Tradition, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
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| Location | Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County, FL · ZIP 34987 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 87 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 2019–2022 (median 2021) |
| Typical living area | 2,034 sq ft (median) |
| Home types (current listings and sales) | single-family 100% |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Pool, Gated - No Guard, Security System, Entry - Phone/Intercom, Internet Included, Cabana |
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $385,000 median across 7 closed sales · $189 per sq ft · +2.0% vs the prior 12 months |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 38 median |
| For sale right now | 3 active, 0 pending · median asking $420,000 · 6.0 months of supply |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 72% |
Data as of September 20, 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, “Tradition Plat No 20 - The Preserve key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/tradition-plat-no-20-the-preserve, data as of September 20, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in Tradition Plat No 20 - The Preserve, Port St. Lucie
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.
Just listed in Tradition Homes for Sale: 3 Homes
The newest homes for sale in Tradition Homes for Sale: 3 Homes right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.
- 10505 SW Toren Way $325,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,828 sq ft · 41 days on market Courtesy of Lifestyle International Realty
- 12377 SW Arabella Drive $471,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,034 sq ft · 102 days on market Courtesy of RE/MAX Masterpiece Realty
- 12354 Arabella Drive $420,000 · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,034 sq ft · 140 days on market Courtesy of Real Estate Solutions Today
Checked against the MLS Oct 13, 2026. All new listings in this market.
Every Home for Sale in Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve Right Now (3)
All 3 active and pending Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 10505 SW Toren Way · $325,000 · 4 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 2, 2026 · listed by Lifestyle International Realty
- 12377 SW Arabella Drive · $471,000 · 4 bd / 2 ba · listed Jul 14, 2026 · listed by RE/MAX Masterpiece Realty
- 12354 Arabella Drive · $420,000 · 4 bd / 2 ba · listed Jul 14, 2026 · listed by Real Estate Solutions Today
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Recent Developments in Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- 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 site is about 6 miles northwest of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve.
Source: CBS12 (WPEC) - August 2026Infrastructure
Federal government awards $79 million for St. Lucie River Bridge replacement in Stuart; Brightline station grant denied
The century-old St. Lucie River Bridge replacement received $79 million in federal funding. The federal Intercity Passenger Rail Program did not fund a proposed Brightline station in downtown Stuart. Martin County said it welcomed the bridge funding.
What it may mean for the marketBridge replacement funding supports a key rail and river crossing, while the denied grant leaves the timing of a Stuart passenger rail stop uncertain. The site is about 8 miles east of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve.
Source: WJNO (iHeart) - 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 project is about 19 miles north of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve, elsewhere in St. Lucie County.
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 project is about 16 miles north of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve, elsewhere in St. Lucie County.
Source: WFLX - July 2026Retail & Dining
Costco clears zoning hurdle for Port St. Lucie warehouse
The Port St. Lucie City Council approved a zoning amendment on July 14, 2026 for a 158,000 square foot Costco warehouse in the Southern Grove development at SW Village Parkway and Marshall Parkway. The store would include a tire center, liquor sales, outdoor seasonal sales, and a fuel station with 32 pumping positions, targeting a 2027 opening. The 22.8 acre parcel sold to Costco for 6 million dollars in March 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA large format warehouse retailer and fuel station would expand shopping capacity in the Southern Grove commercial area. The project is about 4 miles north of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve, elsewhere in St. Lucie County.
Source: WQCS - 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 6 miles north of Tradition Plat No 20 The Preserve, 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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 12, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 34987)) |
| Under-contract shares | Beaches MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2020 (36 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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