Veranda Gardens
By GL Homes · All Ages · Single Family · Port St. Lucie, Florida
Homes from upper $300s
About Veranda Gardens
Port St. Lucie · St. Lucie County, Florida
Veranda Gardens is one of GL Homes' most popular all-ages gated communities in Port St. Lucie, and for good reason: the combination of a resort-caliber amenity package, competitive pricing, and a location with easy access to US-1, I-95, and the broader Treasure Coast makes it one of the most balanced new construction options in St. Lucie County. The community has developed a reputation for an active, engaged resident culture — the amenity campus is consistently well-used, and community events bring neighbors together in a way that feels genuine rather than manufactured.
GL Homes builds single family homes at Veranda Gardens across floorplans ranging from approximately 1,700 to 3,200 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms, covering the full spectrum from right-sized starter homes to spacious move-up layouts with room for a home office, guest suite, or multi-generational arrangements. Standard features include open-concept great rooms, tile flooring in main living areas, quartz or granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, covered lanais, and impact-resistant windows and doors. Lake-view homesites are abundant throughout Veranda Gardens, and the community's water management design means a significant proportion of homeowners have water at their rear — a feature that consistently contributes to both quality of life and long-term resale value in Florida.
The amenity package at Veranda Gardens stands out even within GL Homes' portfolio. The resort-style pool complex incorporates waterpark-style features — including water slides and a splash pad area — that elevate the experience well beyond a standard community pool. The fitness center, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and walking trails round out a package that supports active lifestyles across all age groups. At approximately $260 per month, the HOA represents strong value relative to what is included, particularly when measured against the cost of belonging to a private club with equivalent facilities. The dog park and perimeter walking paths add day-to-day utility that residents consistently mention when describing why they enjoy living here.
Veranda Gardens' location along the US-1 corridor in Port St. Lucie places it within minutes of significant retail, dining, and services, while I-95 access connects residents to Palm Beach County to the south and the broader Treasure Coast to the north. The community is also reasonably close to Tradition, allowing residents to take advantage of Tradition Town Center without living inside the Tradition development — giving buyers the flexibility to choose Veranda Gardens for its price point and amenities while still accessing one of the Treasure Coast's most complete commercial and medical corridors. For all-ages buyers looking for new construction with a true resort feel at a competitive entry point, Veranda Gardens is consistently one of the first communities to consider.
Builder Incentives Available
GL Homes offers Flex Cash toward closing costs or interest rate buydown at Veranda Gardens — amounts vary by floorplan, inventory home, and close date. Waterfront homesites and completed inventory homes often carry the most favorable incentive packages.
Important: Contact Paradise Realty FLA before visiting the builder's sales office to ensure proper buyer representation and access to all available incentives.
Community Amenities
Veranda Gardens delivers a resort and waterpark-style amenity experience in a gated, all-ages setting
- Resort-style pool & waterpark features
- Water slides & splash pad
- Clubhouse & social spaces
- Fitness center
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Walking & biking trails
- Dog park
- Lakes throughout community
- Lake-view homesites
- Gated & staffed entry
- HOA-maintained common areas
- Planned community events
- US-1 & I-95 access
- Proximity to Tradition amenities
- Active resident community culture
Why Choose Veranda Gardens?
Key reasons all-ages buyers are choosing this community in Port St. Lucie
Waterpark-Style Pool Complex
Veranda Gardens goes beyond the standard community pool with waterpark-style features including water slides and a splash pad. It is one of the most distinctive amenity packages in the GL Homes portfolio and a genuine differentiator for buyers evaluating competing communities.
Lakes Throughout the Community
Veranda Gardens' master plan incorporates lakes on a large proportion of homesites, giving many buyers the opportunity to secure a lake-view lot at a new construction price point. Water views contribute meaningfully to daily quality of life and long-term resale positioning.
Dog Park & Walking Trails
The dedicated dog park and perimeter walking trail system are among the most-used amenities in the community — a practical reminder that the best residential communities serve residents' day-to-day lives, not just their weekend entertaining schedule.
Competitive Entry Point with Low HOA
At approximately $260/month, Veranda Gardens has one of the more accessible HOA fee structures among gated GL Homes communities in St. Lucie County. For all-ages buyers who want resort amenities without the 55+ restriction or a higher fee tier, Veranda Gardens is a logical first look.
Central Port St. Lucie Location
Positioned along the US-1 corridor with straightforward I-95 access, Veranda Gardens offers centrality within Port St. Lucie that makes daily errands, commutes, and trips to both the beach and Tradition's medical and commercial facilities genuinely convenient.
Location & Area
Nearby: US-1 commercial corridor, Tradition Town Center (dining, retail, Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital), I-95 interchange, St. Lucie West commercial district, and Hutchinson Island beaches approximately 20–25 miles east. Major grocery anchors and retail are within a short drive along US-1 and Gatlin Boulevard.
School District: St. Lucie County Public Schools — verify current zoning by specific lot address.
Port St. Lucie's central location on the Treasure Coast makes Veranda Gardens particularly accessible for buyers who want both the benefits of coastal Florida living and practical access to the broader South Florida metro corridor. Palm Beach International Airport is approximately 45 minutes south via I-95, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International is reachable in roughly 75–90 minutes under normal traffic conditions — a workable commute for buyers who travel regularly.
Explore Similar Communities
Other St. Lucie County new construction communities worth comparing
Verano at PGA Village
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View Community ?Valencia Cay at Riverland
GL Homes' premier 55+ village within the Riverland master community — performing arts center, resort pool, Adventure Park, and Paseo fitness trail.
View Community ?Telaro at Tradition
GL Homes' all-ages community within Tradition — walkable to Tradition Town Center shops, restaurants, and Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital.
View Community ?Why Work With Paradise Realty FLA?
Paradise Realty FLA directly serves St. Lucie County buyers — this is a direct-service market, not a referral. You get a dedicated agent who knows the builders, the inventory, and the local market.
Dedicated Representation
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Direct Service
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Incentive Access
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