5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951, FORT PIERCE, FL, 34951
Active184 days on marketListed Feb 15, 2026MLS #R11164215
About this home
5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951
Imagine starting your mornings with a quiet cup of coffee on your private screened lanai, overlooking peaceful preserve views — no rear neighbors, just nature and serenity. This is the kind of daily escape that makes coming home feel like a retreat. Life here isn't just about the home — it's about how easy and enjoyable everything becomes. Spend your afternoons enjoying resort-style community amenities, then return to a beautifully maintained home where everything feels move-in ready and effortless. Located in the gated community of Portofino Shores, you'll enjoy peace of mind, pride of ownership, and a neighborhood that's meticulously cared for — giving you more time to focus on living, not maintaining. Commuting and weekend fun are simple with quick access to I-95 and the beaches of Vero Beach and Fort Pierce. Whether it's dining, shopping, boating, or soaking up the sun, everything you love about Florida living is within easy reach. Inside, thoughtful updates and low-maintenance finishes mean less upkeep and more freedom. Storm protection and interior enhancements add comfort, security, and convenience giving you true ease of ownership year-round. This isn't just a 3-bedroom home it's a lifestyle upgrade with privacy, convenience, and community all wrapped into one.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,406
Sqft
0.14 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2004
Year built
1
Levels
$203
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,471 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,471/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−9.3%
$/sqft vs Fort Pierce actives
$203 vs $209
Days on market
184 vs 65 typical
Where $203/sqft sits among the 399 Fort Pierce actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Fort Pierce
Get to know Fort Pierce. See the full Fort Pierce guide →
FORT PIERCE 34951 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
16,871
Median age
57
Median income
$63,214
Median home value
$229,600
Avg household
2.38
Households w/ children
1,142
For the school run
St. Lucie County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Fort Pierce market
$515K → $301K
Fort Pierce median sold, yr/yr
94.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
38 of 399
Fort Pierce actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Fort Pierce, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 8% above the FORT PIERCE 34951 median. See the full Fort Pierce market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5726 Sterling Lake Drive
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$295,000
5619 Sunberry Circle, Fort Pierce FL 34951 · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft · $195/sqft · 248 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$284,900
5738 Sunberry Circle, Fort Pierce FL 34951 · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft · $188/sqft · 15 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$300,000
5730 Sunberry Circle, Fort Pierce FL 34951 · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft · $198/sqft · 101 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Darrick Cook
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5726 Sterling Lake Drive — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5726 Sterling Lake Drive — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
5726 Sterling Lake Drive FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,471/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $200/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951?+
The association fee works out to $200 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,692. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Fort Pierce?+
At $285,000, this home is listed about 11% below the Fort Pierce median of $319,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5726 Sterling Lake Drive, Fort Pierce FL 34951?+
Lakewood Park Elementary School (elementary), Dan McCarty Middle School (middle), St. Lucie Elementary School (elementary), Treasure Coast High School (high) — St. Lucie County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
02Time on market is leverage
184 days on market against a Fort Pierce median of 65 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $300,000, now $285,000 — a $15K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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