Lakewood Park is a quiet unincorporated community north of Fort Pierce, popular for its low cost of entry, larger lots, and proximity to Vero Beach to the north and Fort Pierce to the south.
Lakewood Park is a quiet unincorporated community north of Fort Pierce, popular for its low cost of entry, larger lots, and proximity to Vero Beach to the north and Fort Pierce to the south. Strong inventory of single-family homes and manufactured-home communities.
Vibe: Quiet, affordable, larger-lot.
Lakewood Park sits within St. Lucie County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. Lakewood Park is one of the more affordable markets in its county, making it a popular destination for first-time buyers, investors seeking rental yield, and remote workers priced out of coastal submarkets. Inventory turnover tends to be healthy and entry-level pricing remains attainable. For a broader view of how Lakewood Park compares to other St. Lucie County cities, visit our St. Lucie County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in Lakewood Park, selling a long-time residence, or looking for an investment property, our team brings local knowledge of every neighborhood, school zone, and submarket. Explore buyer services, view our seller strategy, or get a free home value estimate for your Lakewood Park property.
Lakewood Park is composed of 2 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
Established residential area with affordable single-family homes on larger lots.
Quieter residential pockets near Indian River County line.
Schools serving Lakewood Park families. Florida Department of Education grades shown reflect the 2023-24 academic year — school zoning can change, so we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific property before making an offer.
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Quick answers to the most common questions we get from buyers, sellers, and investors.
As of recent 2024 estimates, the median single-family home price in Lakewood Park is approximately $265,000, with an average price per square foot around $185/sqft. Most single-family inventory falls below the median; newer construction or fully-renovated homes command the upper end. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific Lakewood Park neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving Lakewood Park include Fort Pierce Central High (Florida DOE grade C, Public 9-12); Lakewood Park Elementary (Florida DOE grade C, Public K-5). (Florida Department of Education school grades reflect the 2023-24 academic year.) School zones can change; we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific Lakewood Park property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from Lakewood Park to West Palm Beach runs approximately 45-75 minutes south via I-95. South Florida traffic varies significantly by time of day and route. Brightline rail also provides commuter service between major coastal cities for buyers who prefer to skip I-95 traffic.
Florida property tax averages approximately 1.0% of assessed value statewide. Combined St. Lucie County millage rates (county + city + school district + special districts) are typical of South Florida. Homestead Exemption can reduce taxable value by up to $50,000 for primary residences. Many homes have no HOA; gated and townhome communities typically carry HOA fees of $100-$300 monthly. For specific tax estimates on a Lakewood Park property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular Lakewood Park neighborhoods include Lakewood Park subdivision, and North St. Lucie border. Each has a distinct character, price tier, and amenity profile — see the Neighborhoods section above for details on each, or contact our team for help matching your priorities to the right Lakewood Park neighborhood.
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