Located a little more than halfway from Daytona Beach to Miami, Port St. Lucie offers a more relaxed feel than its much larger coastal counterparts, but it does so without asking residents to concede many of the same amenities!
Getting There
Port St. Lucie is located on Florida's east coast, right off I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, so getting there by car is a breeze.
If you are flying down, Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is about 40 miles away and probably the best bet for most people. Depending on what airlines service your area, you might also want to check out Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) which is about 60 miles away.
Cost of Living in Port St. Lucie
The cost of living in Port St. Lucie is about 1% below the national average, and it is actually about 4% lower than the average cost of living in Florida.
One major factor in an area's overall cost of living is home prices and, at least for now, Port St. Lucie has some of the most attractive home pricing in the state, at least when it comes to places you'd actually want to retire.
Port St. Lucie Healthcare
The largest hospital here is HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, a 222-bed hospital that has been serving Florida's Treasure Coast community for more than 30 years. This facility offers a full range of services, including 24/7 emergency care in their “senior-friendly” emergency room. Another great option is the just slightly smaller 177- bed Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital on the west side of town which is actually where more of the 55+ communities are in Port St. Lucie.
Port St. Lucie Weather
Here’s a look at the average low and high temperatures in Port St. Lucie throughout the year:
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High |
| January | 56 | 73 |
| February | 59 | 76 |
| March | 63 | 79 |
| April | 67 | 83 |
| May | 72 | 86 |
| June | 74 | 88 |
| July | 74 | 89 |
| August | 75 | 88 |
| September | 74 | 85 |
| October | 67 | 80 |
| November | 62 | 77 |
| December | 57 | 73 |
Golf in Port St. Lucie
Port St. Lucie might just be the ideal location for people who love the game of golf! Here you will find 54 holes of golf at the PGA Golf Club, and more than a dozen other courses in the area.
Mets Spring Training Baseball
Another reason that Port St. Lucie is such a popular location is that the New York Mets call it home from February to March every year for their spring training. Coming out to see the big league squad during spring training can be an awesome experience, but residents also have the option to watch the Mets’ high class-A minor league affiliate play here in Port St. Lucie throughout the summer!
Port St. Lucie Area Beaches
As far as beach access is concerned, Port St. Lucie residents can either go north to Fort Pierce, or south to Jensen Beach. Hutchinson Island sits in between them. All in all, St. Lucie County has 21 miles of beaches. The county claims to have more public beach access points per square mile than any other coastal community in Florida.
With the exception of the Florida State Park beaches, all beaches in St. Lucie are free admission and free parking and many of them have amenities like bathrooms, pavilions, dune walkovers, and more.
History & Culture
While golf and baseball tend to take precedence in the Port St. Lucie area, there is no shortage of culture and history here either! The area contains attractions like the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, a museum dedicated to the history of the US Navy SEALs, the Hallstrom Planetarium, and the A.E. Backus Gallery and Museum. There are also a plethora of cultural events hosted as the Port St. Lucie Civic Center every year!
Where to Retire in Port St. Lucie
Retirees have several fantastic 55+ options to consider in Port St. Lucie, but one of the newest ones is Valencia at Riverland:
Valencia Parc at Riverland, Port St. Lucie's newest 55+ community on Florida's East Coast, is the latest addition to Riverland's master-plan community layout. Valencia Parc offers an abundance of activities and amenities designed for the ultimate active adult lifestyle.
Check out Valencia Parc's 51,000 sq. ft. Wellness & Fitness center, featuring world-class facilities unlike any other. Enjoy tennis and pickleball courts at the 24-acre Sports & Racquet club, while a state-of-the-art gym offers top-tier equipment and instructor-led fitness classes. If you are looking to explore the arts, the Arts & Culture center at Riverland provides a range of different classes from painting to cooking, each sure to bring out your inner creativity. Connecting residents throughout Riverland are scenic greenways and the exclusive Paseo roadway, reserved for golf carts, making transportation convenient and enjoyable within the 4,000-acre master-planned community.
My parents were retired in nearby Jensen Beach for over 10 years. I have been to Port St Lucie many, many times and several friends of mine have relocated there permanently.
I can attest to everything in this article. It is a great place to retire to for many reasons. There are always plenty of activities year round or you can just relax by the pool.
It’s looks interesting the town .