Real Estate Agent In Tradition, Port St. Lucie, Florida | Ann Chauss

Ann Chauss, PA, of Coldwell Banker Realty and Treasure Coast House Hunters is the agent I would put my name behind, and the record is public. She has closed 251 career sold sides and $128 million in lifetime sales, and Coldwell Banker Realty ranks her the #1 agent in Port St. Lucie. She is also a Certified Golf Community Specialist who lives full time in Port St. Lucie and works Tradition’s 55+ and all-ages villages every week. Whoever you choose, ask each agent for verifiable sold numbers in your village, how they review builder contracts, and how they price against recent closed sales rather than asking prices. If you want to compare, call or text Ann at 772-732-2800.

The home buying process in Tradition starts with mortgage pre-approval and a quick buyer consultation to define your village, budget, and timing. From there I set up live MLS alerts and track builder inventory across Tradition. Most relocation buyers tour two to three days before writing an offer, then move into inspection, appraisal, and closing.

Both. Tradition is a master-planned community with age-restricted 55+ villages like Telaro at Tradition and Del Webb Tradition, and all-ages neighborhoods like Manderlie, Cadence, and TownPark. You choose the lifestyle that fits, and I match you to the right village.

An HOA fee covers community amenities and common areas, sometimes including lawn care. A CDD, or Community Development District bond, repays the cost of infrastructure and appears on your property tax bill. Many Tradition villages carry both. I provide the full HOA and CDD disclosure for any specific home before you write an offer.

It depends on your priorities. For 55+ active adult living, Telaro at Tradition by Mattamy and Del Webb Tradition by Pulte lead for new construction and amenities. For all ages, Manderlie and Cadence are popular new builds, while Bedford Park and Victoria Parc offer resale value closer to the town square.

New construction lets you customize finishes and your lot, but resale can offer finished landscaping, a completed pool, and immediate move-in, often at a lower price per square foot. I run both numbers side by side, including upgrades, lot premiums, and HOA and CDD fees, so you can compare honestly.

Tradition is served by St. Lucie Public Schools and includes charter and research schools within its boundaries: Renaissance Charter School at Tradition for K-8, Tradition Preparatory High School for grades 9-12, Palm Pointe Educational Research School for K-8, and Somerset College Preparatory Academy for 6-12. Confirm attendance zones by the home's exact address before writing an offer.

Yes. The closest public options are a short drive away: McChesney Park (1585 SW Cashmere Blvd) has free, fenced areas for small, medium and large dogs, and Lyngate Park (1301 SE Lyngate Dr) has separate fenced areas with shade and a water fountain. City dog parks require current licenses and vaccinations, and aggressive dogs and dogs in heat are not allowed. Tradition Regional Park, now under construction on Tradition Parkway, lists a possible dog park among its planned features, and a private dog park for Tradition residents is listed locally. If a dog park matters to you, tell me and I will check each village’s rules, since access to private amenities and pet policies vary by HOA.

Most of my Tradition buyers relocate from the Northeast, Midwest, or South Florida. We start with virtual tours, narrow villages by lifestyle and budget, then book a focused two-to-three-day visit. I coordinate inspections, contractors, and a remote closing if you cannot be here in person.

Selling a Tradition home typically costs 7% to 9% of the sale price once you total agent commissions, title fees, documentary stamps, and prorations. Commission rates are not set by law and are negotiable. I provide a guidelines before listing so you know exactly what you will walk away with.

The Atlantic beaches on Hutchinson Island are roughly a 25 to 35 minute drive east. Palm Beach International Airport is about 60 minutes south via I-95, Stuart is about 25 minutes, and Orlando is about two hours via Florida's Turnpike.

Escrow, or earnest money, is a good-faith deposit held by a neutral third party once your offer is accepted. In Port St. Lucie it typically runs 1% to 5% of the purchase price and is due within three business days of contract execution. The deposit applies to your down payment at closing.

Yes. The friendly agent in the builder's model home represents the builder, not you. Having your own representative costs you nothing extra and protects your interests on price, lot premiums, upgrades, and contract terms. Bring me on your first visit so your representation is properly registered.

Port St. Lucie is in a more balanced market in 2026 than the 2021 to 2023 frenzy. Buyers have more selection and negotiating room, especially on resale homes sitting past 60 days, while well-priced new listings in popular Tradition villages still move quickly. The 34987 ZIP remains one of the country's hottest for inbound moves per capita.

First-time and relocating buyers can use conventional loans with as little as 3% down, FHA with 3.5% down, VA with zero down for eligible veterans, USDA with zero down in eligible areas, or Florida Hometown Heroes down payment assistance. I refer to local lenders who specialize in new construction and relocation financing.