Canopy Creek in Palm City

Canopy Creek

Gated community · Palm City, Martin County · ZIP 34990

A gated Kolter community in Palm City of half-acre homesites amid 300 preserve acres.

GatedHalf-acre+ homesites300 acres preserve
Live Market Pulse
50/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
A built-out Kolter community of estate homes on half-acre-plus homesites, so the lot, the model, and condition drive value more than any headline figure.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$1.18M
Median Price
0mo
Supply
59days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$334/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Canopy Creek (recorded as Tuscawilla) is a gated Kolter community in Palm City of estate homes on half-acre-plus homesites across 300 acres of preserves, now sold out by the builder. The read is the lot and the model: large homesites with room for a pool, and 3-to-6-bedroom plans, mean the lot and condition set the spread. The gate, the preserve, and the amenities are priced in; the deal turns on a comp read."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Canopy Creek market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $1.2M ($334 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Canopy Creek, recorded as Tuscawilla and marketed as Canopy Creek, is a gated community by Kolter Homes in Palm City, ZIP 34990, encompassing about 300 acres of preserves, near the Florida Turnpike and I-95.

Homesites are a minimum of a half-acre, with room for a pool, putting green, or other features, and home plans range from three to six bedrooms with up to four-car garages. The community has a clubhouse with a fitness center, a pool, a playground and tot-lot, a children's playroom and lounge, basketball and tennis courts, lakes, parks, and walking trails. The builder has sold out, so the market is now resale.

Because the homes sit on large preserve-buffered homesites, the lot, the model, and condition are what move value. The gate, the preserve, and the amenities are priced in; the deal is made on an honest read of a specific home's lot and condition, with the number anchored to comparable sales.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated estate home on a half-acre-plus homesite
  • Buyers who value a preserve setting with a clubhouse and tennis
  • Buyers who want room for a pool and outdoor features
  • Anyone prioritizing space, gates, and a Martin County location

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a no-HOA or true acreage property
  • Those who want new construction (the builder has sold out)
  • Buyers seeking the lowest possible carrying cost
  • Anyone who wants a downtown or beachfront position

How Canopy Creek is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
67Median days on marketdays
0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+0%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 Canopy Creek 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 Canopy Creek buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Canopy Creek

Live MLS inventory for Canopy Creek. 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.

No homes are actively for sale in Canopy Creek right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, 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.

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 Club & Membership

15-Second Take
  • Optional, member-owned club, separate from the POA
  • ~$30M renovation underway, 2026 to 2028
  • 18-hole course, clubhouse, pool, 10 clay courts
  • Strong value vs Ponte Vedra clubs
  • Budget the membership separately from the home

Canopy Creek (recorded as Tuscawilla) is a gated Kolter community on about 300 acres of preserves with half-acre-plus homesites, a clubhouse with a fitness center, a pool, a playground, basketball and tennis courts, lakes, and trails, now sold out by the builder. Confirm the current HOA dues, what they cover, any community development district assessment, and reserves for a specific home.

The takeaway

Large gated homesites in a Palm City preserve near the Turnpike and I-95 are the draw.

Florida's Turnpike~8 min · ~3 miles
Interstate 95~10 min · ~4 miles
Downtown Stuart~20 min · ~10 miles
Treasure Coast beaches~30 min · ~15 miles
West Palm Beach~45 min · ~35 miles

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact departure point.

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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
Canopy Creek (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
  • Martin 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

Canopy Creek is served by Martin 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 Canopy Creek address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Canopy Creek: the half-acre homesites and preserve setting, the Kolter build, and the full amenities. Each item below is sourced or clearly hedged.

Recent Developments in Canopy Creek

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

Net OutlookBullishThe large homesites and preserve setting point steady to up. The watch item is any CDD assessment on the carrying cost.

Half-acre-plus homesites

Ongoing
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Large homesites with room for a pool are a durable asset that anchors value.

300 acres of preserves

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A preserve setting is a durable amenity that holds value.

Full amenity package

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A clubhouse, pool, tennis, and trails support demand.

Kolter build, sold out

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A completed, sold-out community shifts the market to resale and stabilizes pricing.

Possible CDD assessment

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Confirm whether a community development district assessment applies to a specific home.

2010s vintage

Ongoing
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes carry recent systems; budget any updates before judging a list price.

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 Canopy Creek, 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 2026
    Community

    Gated Kolter community on 300 preserve acres in Palm City

    Canopy Creek, recorded as Tuscawilla, remains a gated Kolter community in Palm City on about 300 acres of preserves with half-acre-plus homesites and full amenities, now sold out by the builder. Why it matters: The homesites and preserve are the value; the lot, the model, and condition set a specific home's number. 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 Canopy Creek, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read condition and comps first. In Canopy Creek, the home's condition and exact location set the number, so price the work honestly before you judge any list price.

2

Confirm the carrying costs. Canopy Creek has HOA dues for the gate and clubhouse and may carry a community development district assessment, so confirm both. Verify what is owed and what it covers for a specific home.

3

Match the home to recent comparable sales, not a portal estimate, then structure the offer around its true condition.

4

Verify the schools by address with the school district, since assignment is by address and can change.

5

Use your own representation. The listing agent works for the seller; on a purchase here, having someone in your corner is the highest-leverage decision you make.

Best Buy
A well-kept home on a preserve or lake homesite matched honestly to comps
Biggest Risk
Overlooking a community development district assessment, or updates on a 2010s home
Best Lot
Preserve, lake, and larger homesites over interior lots
Smart Timing
Confirm dues, any CDD assessment, and reserves before you offer
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

Canopy Creek (recorded as Tuscawilla) is a gated Kolter community on about 300 acres of preserves with half-acre-plus homesites, a clubhouse with a fitness center, a pool, a playground, basketball and tennis courts, lakes, and trails, now sold out by the builder. Confirm the current HOA dues, what they cover, any community development district assessment, and reserves for a specific home.

The takeaway

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

The Core Home
$1.18M to $1.18M

A mid-size plan on a half-acre homesite, the heart of the market here. Confirm condition and the dues.

Lowest entry
The Larger Plan
$1.18M to $1.18M

A larger plan with a bigger garage on a good homesite, a step up in the community.

Most inventory
The Preserve or Lake Lot
$1.18M to $1.18M

A home on a preserve or lake homesite with a pool, the top of the community.

Strongest resale

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

$1.18M to $1.18M
The Core Home
A mid-size plan on a half-acre homesite, the heart of the market here. Confirm condition and the dues.
$1.18M to $1.18M
The Larger Plan
A larger plan with a bigger garage on a good homesite, a step up in the community.
$1.18M to $1.18M
The Preserve or Lake Lot
A home on a preserve or lake homesite with a pool, the top of the community.

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
  • Golf and lake lots 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.

Half-acre-plus homesitesStrong
300 acres of preservesStrong
Full amenity packagePositive
Kolter build, sold outPositive
Possible CDD assessmentManage it

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Canopy Creek

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

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The gate, the homesites, and the preserve are the value. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the model, and condition.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.5A- · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.4/10
Renovation Risk7.2/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.5/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.6/10

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 Canopy Creek 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 homesites hold value
  • Half-acre lots are the durable asset
  • Comp within the right plan
  • Amenities and gate are priced in
  • Confirm any CDD before offering

In a gated community of large preserve-buffered homesites, the lot and the model are the durable differentiators. Preserve and lake homesites hold value best, and the half-acre lots cannot be reproduced in denser communities. Read the lot and the model, and any community development district assessment, then price the condition against recent comparable sales.

Canopy Creek in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated estate home on a half-acre-plus homesite.
Biggest advantageHalf-acre homesites and a preserve setting with a clubhouse and tennis.
Biggest riskA community development district assessment, or updates on a 2010s home.
Sweet spotA home on a preserve or lake homesite with a pool, matched to comps.
Avoid ifYou want no HOA, true acreage, or builder new construction.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Gated Kolter community
  • Half-acre+ homesites, 300 preserve acres
  • Clubhouse, pool, tennis, trails
  • Sold out by the builder
  • Confirm dues and any CDD

Set by the association for the gate, clubhouse, and common areas; new master plans can also carry a community development district assessment. Confirm the current HOA dues, what they cover, and any assessment for a specific home.

Guard-gated access, common areas, and the clubhouse, fitness center, pool, tennis, basketball, playground, and trails; confirm exactly what the dues cover.

A clubhouse with a fitness center, a pool, a playground and tot-lot, a children's playroom and lounge, basketball and tennis courts, lakes, parks, and walking trails.

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 Canopy Creek, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Highlands Reserve, 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 Canopy Creek home worth?

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See the full Canopy Creek home value & selling guide, recent comps, fees, and 2026 timing →

Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Canopy Creek 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.

Canopy Creek Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Canopy Creek 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).

Zoom out for the wider market: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard.

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 Canopy Creek the same as Tuscawilla?
Yes. The community is recorded as Tuscawilla and marketed as Canopy Creek, a gated Kolter community in Palm City. Confirm the recorded name for a specific listing.
Who built Canopy Creek?
Kolter Homes, on about 300 acres of preserves with half-acre-plus homesites. The builder has sold out, so the market is now resale.
How big are the homesites?
A minimum of a half-acre, with room for a pool, putting green, or other outdoor features.
What size are the homes?
Home plans range from three to six bedrooms with up to four-car garages.
What amenities does it have?
A clubhouse with a fitness center, a pool, a playground and tot-lot, a children's playroom and lounge, basketball and tennis courts, lakes, parks, and walking trails.
Is there a CDD?
Confirm per parcel. New master plans can carry a community development district assessment; verify whether one applies to a specific home.
Where is Canopy Creek?
In Palm City, ZIP 34990, near the Florida Turnpike and I-95, within an hour of West Palm Beach.
What schools serve Canopy Creek?
It is served by the Martin County School District. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the current zoning with the district.
What is the price range?
The homes sit on large homesites with a range of plans, so the lot, the model, and condition drive the spread. The right read is a comparable-sales analysis on a specific home rather than an average.
Is Canopy Creek a good investment?
A gated community with large preserve-buffered homesites and full amenities supports resale. The lot and condition drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.
Can I rent out a home in Canopy Creek?
Rental rules are set by the HOA. Confirm the current leasing rules and any restrictions before counting on rental use.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Your own representation to read the lot, the dues, and true comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Buyers who want a gated estate home on a half-acre-plus homesiteExcellent fit
Buyers who value a preserve setting with a clubhouse and tennisExcellent fit
Buyers who want room for a pool and outdoor featuresExcellent fit
Anyone prioritizing space, gates, and a Martin County locationExcellent fit
Buyers who will read the lot, the dues, and condition honestlyExcellent fit
Buyers who want a no-HOA or true acreage propertyProbably not
Those who want builder new construction (it has sold out)Probably not
Buyers seeking the lowest possible carrying costProbably not
Anyone who wants a downtown or beachfront positionProbably not
Buyers who dislike community rules and approvalsProbably not

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Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your Canopy Creek home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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