Ft. Pierce...

[justNancy]

Originally Posted by TriMT7

If you don't like Fort Pierce, simply move to White City or Port St. Lucie, or Vero Beach if your job will be in North Fort Pierce.

Something about living in a place called "White City" just sounds so politically incorrect.

[ddlove01]

Originally Posted by justNancy

Something about living in a place called "White City" just sounds so politically incorrect.

It's just an old name, the city name for mailing purposes is still Fort Pierce. I believe that consists of the area around US1 and Easy street, Indian River Estates maybe?? Or it could be around Edwards. I'm not certain exactly what the area consists of.

[justNancy]

Originally Posted by ddlove01

It's just an old name, the city name for mailing purposes is still Fort Pierce. I believe that consists of the area around US1 and Easy street, Indian River Estates maybe?? Or it could be around Edwards. I'm not certain exactly what the area consists of.

I was only joking of course! There's a city called Yankeetown in Florida too. LOL

Anyway, I just saw a couple of listings in Indian River Estates and they're older homes, built in the late 1970s, with nice lots. I love homes with character and can't seem to find one that's new without spending a fortune. As long as a house has a newer roof, wiring & plumbing and has been updated, I don't think it really matters. I figure if a house has lived through all the hurricanes in 35 years, it must be pretty sturdy! Guess I need to see an area without passing judgment by what I read online, although the comments on this board are always welcome & helpful. I plan to drive to Martin County this weekend to get a feel for it. I think the best plan is to stay in a short-term rental for a while.

[J.R.]

I grew up in White City - Indian River Estate specifically. At one time IRE was a nice place to live, but I do not recommend it today. It has turned into a "renters" neighborhood and many of the properties are not being maintained very well.

[stevep111]

From what I can see Ft. Pierce is trying to redevelop. I don't know if they will succeed or not but at least it looks like they are trying to make the change. The only worry I would be concerned about is whether I was on the FPL system or Ft Pierce power. I have heard that Ft. Pierce power is much higher than FPL and not as reliable. If you are considering a move I would check out as much as you can and ask your agent every question you can think of no matter how stupid it may sound.