Purchasing A Lot In PSL

[Copernicus]

I own a rental home in Port St. Lucie.

Prices for lots in PSL have come down along with real estate prices, so I am surprised that realtors and builders are telling you that lots are going to be expensive.

It also sounds like you are looking in the right area.

West of Port St. Lucie Blvd, North of Becker Road, East of I 95, West of the turnpike, and South of Tulip will put you in a growing area with good size lots.

Good luck!

[FRANKLIN]

Originally Posted by TriMT7

You know, I've never actually visited Indian River Estates. What is that area near?

The nicest areas of IR Estates are the four westernmost roads (Buchanan, Pinetree, Palmetto & Silver Oak) and also the roads on the east side of the community that border the Savannas.

[Jungle George]

First off...congratulations on your planned move!!
Secondly, I live in Stuart & don't know TOO much about PSL, but as far as builders go I would recommend Lumar Builders.

They built my house back in '99 & I can't say enough good about them!! They are a small outfit, but because of this they "personalize" &, from what I've heard about & seen workmanship of the larger builders, a much more quality job.

We got hit with 3 major hurricanes in '04/'05 & I had absolutely ZERO damage except for 2 cap tiles off the ridge of 1 of the roof hips. I called the owner of Lumar just to see if he could recommend a good roofer to fix it & within 2 hours he had his roofer on my roof to do the job!! This is while he was dealing with his own "hurricane-related problems & 5 years after I had done business with him!!

I've talked to other folks who've had their homes built by Lumar & we all consider ourselves "family"!! THAT'S how respected Lumar is by their customers & a great recommendation on it's own.

But I agree with the other posters & recommend doing your homework on where to get your lot. It took me 6 trips down & a lot of talking with the "locals" before I settled on location & builder.

In any case...GOOD LUCK!!!!

[PAdams626]

I live in Fort Pierce in a development by Lennar, Bent Creek. Its nice, quiet, and the homes are spacious.

[Wendyb0077]

The north end of Saint James almost to Midway road has a really nice area of newer and larger homes. There are still lots for sale. Make sure your location fits your job commute. I lived in the SW part of town near Gatlin. Nice there too. This area is the NW part of town. Good LucK!

Originally Posted by Moving2SPL

Hi all!

I am new to city-data.com. I had researched this forum to see if anyone had posts any threads about residential lots in PSL. So far i was only able to see threads about existing homes and about the housing market. My story is pretty simple, I am looking to move from NY to PSL next year around June '08, but i am looking to purchasing a residential lot now (.25 or .30 acre size lot) and build on it late next year (perhaps around September or October '08). I plan to rent an apartment when i move and keep my major type of furniture in storage until my home is complete.

I am currently looking for a lot in a neighborhood with new homes. But as i had been told by Century 21 and by a builder company, that it is pretty difficult to purchase a lot in area like this in a non-gated community for a decent price . I am currently looking around SW section of PSL. The century 21 agent is trying to show me lots around the South Central area. I had visited the area about four times now, so I am not really familiar with the area . I am looking to build a home with a size btw. 2200 to 2400 sq. feet (living) next year, so i am looking for a lot that are near homes that are within this size.

Does anyone know of a great location where i can find lots that meet these requirements that are located new homes?

Also, i had heard some horror stories about one of the home builders. Can anyone give me any feedback on which home builder i should check out. I had checked out Mercedes Homes (i saw some really bad feedback about them), Royal Professional Builders, Renar Homes, Lennar Homes......etc.

[TriMT7]

I remember back in 2000-2001ish 1/4 acre lots could be had in my mother's neighborhood West of the Turnpike off California/Del Rio for $3000.

Talk about a missed opportunity, lol

[Wendyb0077]

There are also 1/4 acre lots in the Mid 20's. Do your research. Good Luck!

[nanwalt3]

Good post Wendy. Don't want to rain on his parade, but now is a great time to get a lot in SW PSL for that price. Quite a few available. Its going to be built up pretty much around you so you will know how the neighborhood looks before you build.

Originally Posted by Wendyb0077

There are also 1/4 acre lots in the Mid 20's. Do your research. Good Luck!

[dbay]

I have a canal lot for sale, my plans have changed. I will have to sell. I love
this area, so its not easy to give up on my retirement dreams..

[nanwalt3]

I'm so sorry to hear that, I wish you the best. Don't say you're giving up on your dream, just changing your dream. Just keep the shiny side up!
Good Luck...

Originally Posted by dbay

I have a canal lot for sale, my plans have changed. I will have to sell. I love
this area, so its not easy to give up on my retirement dreams..