Real Estate Agent In Valencia At Riverland | Ann Chauss

Start with a buyer consultation a short, no-pressure call where we discuss your timeline, budget, must-haves, and which Valencia floorplans match. From there, I send you a curated list of active listings and pre-construction options, schedule tours (in person or via FaceTime for out of state buyers), and connect you with mortgage and inspection partners.

Valencia at Riverland is a 55+ community, so most buyers are purchasing a primary residence, not a rental property. Long-term resale demand in Florida's active-adult communities has remained steady, driven by ongoing migration from the Northeast and Midwest. That trend is not slowing down. For buyers thinking long-term, the floorplan, lot position, and proximity to community amenities matter more than when you buy.

New construction at Valencia at Riverland means buying directly from GL Homes, fixed builder pricing, design center upgrade choices, and a 9 to 18 month build timeline. Resale means buying an existing home with completed landscaping, established neighbors, and immediate occupancy. The math depends on inventory, incentives, and how long you can wait. I run both options side by side so you can decide on facts, not guesses.

Florida buyer closing costs typically run 2% to 4% of the purchase price covering title insurance, lender fees, recording fees, prorations, and prepaid items like homeowner's insurance and property taxes. New construction often shifts some costs to the seller (the builder); resale terms are negotiated transaction by transaction.

Following the 2024 NAR settlement, buyer-agent commissions are no longer published on the MLS in Florida and must be negotiated directly between buyer and agent via a buyer-broker agreement. Seller commissions remain fully negotiable. I walk every client through the agreement and what's included before any showings begin, no surprises.

In ZIP 34987, which includes Valencia at Riverland, the median home took 108 days to sell over the three months ending August 2026, a week faster than a year earlier. Redfin reports that the most in-demand homes went pending in about 61 days and sold near list price. Price, presentation, and out of state marketing reach are the three biggest factors.

Yes, most of my clients do exactly that. We handle the entire process remotely: FaceTime tours, recorded community walkthroughs, video inspections, e-signed contracts, and mobile notaries for closing. Many out-of-state buyers close before their first in-person visit to the home.

Florida has no state income tax, and St. Lucie County property tax rates are competitive within the Treasure Coast. If you make Florida your primary residence, you may qualify for the Homestead Exemption (up to $50,000 off assessed value) plus Save Our Homes assessment caps. I refer every client to a CPA before closing for full personalized guidance.

Valencia at Riverland HOA fees fund the clubhouse, fitness center, pools, pickleball, tennis, landscaping, gated security, and the social programming calendar. For most 55+ buyers, the value is in the lifestyle, but I show every client a line-item breakdown so you understand exactly what you're paying for vs. what other Port St. Lucie communities offer.

The standard path starts with mortgage pre-approval (1 to 3 days), then a buyer-broker agreement, then home shopping. Florida first-time buyers may qualify for FHA loans (3.5% down), conventional loans (3% to 5% down with PMI), or Florida Housing programs offering down-payment assistance. I have a short list of local lenders who close on time and don't surprise buyers at the last minute.

Escrow is the neutral holding account where your earnest money deposit sits until closing, and where final funds change hands at closing. In Florida, it's typically held by the title company or closing attorney. Escrow protects both buyer and seller: funds aren't released until every contract contingency is satisfied.

Comps (comparable sales) are recently sold homes similar in size, age, location, and condition to the subject property. I pull comps from the local MLS, typically the most recent 3 to 6 months within the same community, and adjust for differences (lot premium, upgrades, view) to land on an accurate market value. It's the foundation of every list-price and offer recommendation.

A contingency is a condition that must be met for the contract to move forward common ones include inspection, financing/appraisal, and the sale of the buyer's current home. Each contingency gives one party an out if conditions aren't satisfied. I walk through every contingency clause line by line before you sign anything.

It depends on your financial picture and timing tolerance. Selling first gives you a clean budget and stronger negotiating position; buying first lets you move once, not twice. Bridge loans, HELOCs, and contingent contracts are all on the table. I help every client model both paths before committing.

Call or text 772-732-2800, email ann.chauss@cbrealty.com, or book a 30-minute consultation directly on my calendar. I respond to every message personally, usually within a few hours.

Riverland holds five Valencia 55+ communities. Valencia Vista is the newest and the one GL Homes is actively building, with four new floorplans, new front elevations, elevated standard features, and its own Social Club of more than 54,000 total sq ft. Valencia Cay, Valencia Walk, and Valencia Grove are established neighborhoods where I represent buyers and sellers on the resale market. Valencia Parc has builder inventory and resale listings at the same time. All five share the Riverland master amenities, so the choice comes down to floorplan, lot, timing, and price.

The nearest beaches on Hutchinson Island are about 18 miles from Valencia at Riverland, roughly a 30-minute drive. Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is about 50 miles south, 60 to 75 minutes off-peak, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 118 miles, around 2 hours. Times are Google Maps off-peak estimates; see the commute table for more destinations.

Valencia at Riverland is served by St. Lucie Public Schools, which earned an "A" district grade in 2026. Legacy High School on SW Crosstown Parkway is the zoned high school for all of ZIP 34987, and Tradition Lakes K-8 and Palm Pointe K-8 are nearby. Boundaries change as new schools open, so confirm the assignment for a specific address with the district. See the Schools section.

Ann Chauss, PA, of Coldwell Banker Realty is a top choice for Valencia at Riverland. Coldwell Banker Realty ranked her the #1 agent in Port St. Lucie for 2025, and she has closed 251 career sold sides and $128 million in lifetime sales. Whoever you hire, choose an agent who knows Valencia resale comps and registers with GL Homes before your first model visit.

Possibly, but each Valencia village HOA controls leasing, typically with minimum lease terms and an approval process. Read the current HOA documents before you count on rental income. A home you rent out or use only seasonally does not qualify for Florida’s homestead exemption, so its property taxes will run higher than an owner-occupied primary residence.

Publix at 10400 SW Village Center Drive in Tradition Square is the closest full grocery store, about 5 minutes from Valencia at Riverland, with an in-store pharmacy. Target at The Landing at Tradition sits next door, and the Tradition Neighborhood Market runs on Sundays. The Fresh Market in St. Lucie West is about 12 minutes away. See Everyday amenities.

Yes. Riverland Paseo Park at 12151 SW Community Boulevard, next to Valencia Walk, has a 2-acre public dog park with separate areas for small, medium and large dogs, plus a dog wash and shade. The city opened it on July 30, 2024, and it connects to the Paseo Greenway by golf cart. Leashed dogs are also welcome on McCarty Ranch Preserve trails.

Browse current homes for sale in Valencia at Riverland by village: Valencia Cay, Valencia Walk, Valencia Grove and Valencia Parc, or search all Valencia listings. For new construction in Valencia Vista, call Ann at 772-732-2800 for the current GL Homes price sheet, and register her before your first model visit.