1 / 42525 SW Lake Manatee Way, Port St. Lucie FL 34986
Port St. Lucie, FL
List Price
$399,000
Type
Single Family
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Price / SqFt
$198/sqft
Price reduction
13.3% below original list — was $460,000
Est. equity
-20%
Comp ARV
$391,000
Max offer
$253,838
From the listing
Welcome to Your New Lakefront Retreat in Lake Forest at St. Lucie West. Inside this beautifully maintained CBS lakefront home you'll experience Florida living at its finest. Designed for both comfort and elegance, the interior offers a bright and spacious layout featuring tile flooring throughout. The kitchen is a showpiece with decorative cabinetry, pantry, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances—perfect for hosting or everyday living. The home boasts a formal living room and separate dining area with a large window framing serene lake views. The expansive family room opens to an extended screened patio through sliding glass doors, making it ideal for entertaining or simply relaxing lakeside. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, complete with tray ceilings, patio access, dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious bathroom offering a garden tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Vaulted ceilings throughout the home enhance the open, airy atmosphere. The exterior complements the interior with a brick paver driveway, accordion shutters, and a concrete tile roof a combination of style and durability. Located in the desirable gated community of Lake Forest at St. Lucie West, residents enjoy a host of amenities including two pools, a spa, clubhouse, fitness room, playground, and picnic area. Just a short stroll to shopping and dining, this home offers convenience, comfort, and the sought-after Florida lifestyle. Port St. Lucie is an increasingly popular destination for new homeowners thanks to its welcoming atmosphere, top-rated schools, expanding job market, and beautiful natural surroundings. With easy access to I-95 and the Florida Turnpike, you're never far from the coast or nearby metropolitan hubs.
Property Information
- Square Feet
- 2,017
- Units
- 1
- Days on Market
- 379
- Status
- active
Location
- County
- St Lucie County
- Zip Code
- 34986
- Coordinates
- 27.3088, -80.3756
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Why this deal
- 13.3% off original list price
- Value-add opportunity
- Represented end-to-end by Academia
- Active listing — move quickly
Deal Score
35/100
Thin
is scored →
~-20% estimated equity to comp-based ARV (full marks at 30%+). Estimate — verify comps + rehab.
13.3% off original list (full marks at 25%+).
379 days on market (full marks at 120+ — more time = more leverage).
No explicit distress language in the public remarks.
A screen of the public MLS data we have — not an appraisal, valuation, or investment advice.
Deal scorecard
How four stakeholders read this deal
Strengths
- Flood zone X — outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; flood insurance not federally mandated
Risks
- Negative estimated equity — buying above estimated ARV, verify comps
- thin equity — lender-unfriendly LTV (≈ 102% of ARV)
What a super-investor sees
Investor
Investor equity estimate based on ARV from closed MLS comps minus list price and estima…
- Negative estimated equity — buying above estimated ARV, verify comps
What a bank sees
Lender / financing
Lender financeability estimate based on list price, ARV, and condition signals. Not a f…
- thin equity — lender-unfriendly LTV (≈ 102% of ARV)
What an insurer sees
Insurance / 4-point
insurability v1. Miami-Dade is entirely within the HVHZ (High-Velocity Hurricane Zone) …
- Flood zone X — outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; flood insurance not federally mandated
What a GC / AHJ sees
Permits / condition
Permit data from county permit records; may lag; verify open permits with the AHJ. Limi…
4-point — last permit
- Roofnone
- Electricalnone
- Plumbingnone
- HVACnone
Estimates from public data — not an appraisal, insurance quote, or financing commitment. Insurability as of 2026-07-24. Verify with licensed professionals.
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525 SW Lake Manatee Way, Port St. Lucie FL 34986, Port St. Lucie, FL
Comp-based ARV — 8 closed comp(s), medium confidence.
Recommended max offer
$250,200
Room vs list (above list)
$148,800
Est. equity
-$79,995
-20% of ARV, at list
ROC at list
-17%
Est. all-in at list
$470,995
list + rehab + txn + carry
70% rule MAO
$250,200
Estimates only — not investment advice or an offer. ARV is drawn from recent closed comps; rehab from a rate-card range. Verify ARV, rehab, and all costs with a licensed professional before acting.
The comps behind the ARV
$391,000 after-repair value
5 recent closed sales nearby · medium confidence · range $330,000–$478,000
| Closed sale | Close $ | $/sqft | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 521 SW Lake Manatee Way, Port St. Lucie FL 349860.0 mi | $375,000 | $167 | 2026-06-15 |
| 261 SW Lake Forest Way, Port St. Lucie FL 34986renovated0.2 mi | $456,550 | $203 | 2026-07-22 |
| 317 SW Lake Forest Way, Port St. Lucie FL 349860.2 mi | $350,000 | $158 | 2026-07-09 |
| 399 SW Lake Forest Way, Port St. Lucie FL 34986renovated0.6 mi | $415,000 | $237 | 2026-07-17 |
| 397 SW Lakeforest Way N, Port St. Lucie FL 349860.6 mi | $340,000 | $194 | 2026-06-17 |
Comparable data, not an appraisal. ARV is the median closed $/sqft of these comps applied to this home's size. Verify condition, location, and adjustments independently.