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Stuart FL Homes Under $500,000

Stuart, FL Homes for Sale Under $500,000

Under $500,000 is the working range for single-family houses in Stuart. Below $400,000 the choices are mostly older concrete-block homes that need some updating; between $400,000 and $500,000 the inventory opens up to 3-bedroom homes with garages, newer roofs, updated kitchens and, in some cases, a pool. Most of them sit in south Stuart and Port Salerno, and a large share have no HOA.

The live listings on this page show single-family houses listed under $500,000 in Stuart zips 34994, 34996 and 34997, and they update automatically from the MLS. Condos and townhomes are not included; see the links below for those.

What $500,000 Buys in Stuart

Home type Single-family houses only, mostly concrete block
Bedrooms Mostly 3 bedrooms; 2-bedroom homes at the low end, some 4-bedroom homes near $500,000
Age Mostly 1960s to early 2000s; a few newer infill homes
Where Mainly zip 34997 in south Stuart and Port Salerno; some in 34994 near downtown
HOA Mixed: most older neighborhoods have no HOA; gated and planned communities charge monthly dues
Utilities Many older homes are on septic and some on well; newer communities are on city water and sewer

Where to Look

The most houses under $500,000 are in the older neighborhoods of south Stuart and Port Salerno: Dixie Park, Coral Gardens, Hibiscus Park, Palm Lake Park, Golden Gate, Fisherman's Cove, Vista Salerno and the rest of Port Salerno. For a newer home with an association, look at the single-family sections of Emerald Lakes and Martin's Crossing.

Narrow it down: Stuart homes under $400,000, Stuart homes $400,000 to $500,000, Stuart homes under $500,000 with no HOA and Stuart pool homes. For condos and townhomes at this price, see Stuart homes and condos under $350,000 and Stuart townhomes.

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What to Check Before You Buy

Item Why it matters
Roof age Insurers look hard at roofs over 15 years old. Ask the age and get an insurance quote during your inspection period, not after.
4-point and wind mitigation Most insurers require these on older homes, and a good wind mitigation report can lower your premium.
Septic and well Common in the older neighborhoods. Ask the age of the system and have it inspected.
HOA documents If the home is in an association, ask for the budget, rules and any planned assessments before your inspection period ends.
Permits Additions and enclosed porches are common on older homes. Check Martin County permit records so unpermitted work does not become your problem at resale.
Flood zone Parts of Port Salerno and the river neighborhoods are in flood zones. Check the zone and get a flood quote early.

Financing

Conventional, FHA and VA loans all work well on Stuart houses under $500,000 as long as the home meets condition standards. AL is both a RE/MAX broker associate and a licensed mortgage loan officer (NMLS #1883073), so he can pre-approve you, tell you what a specific house will need to pass an appraisal, and write the offer. Call (772) 359-1926.

Also see Stuart homes with no HOA, Stuart homes $500,000 to $750,000 and all Stuart homes for sale.

FAQs

What kind of house can I buy in Stuart for under $500,000?

Mostly 2- and 3-bedroom concrete-block homes built between the 1960s and early 2000s, many with no HOA. Under $400,000 they are older and usually need updating; between $400,000 and $500,000 you start to see newer roofs, garages, updated kitchens and some pools.

Which Stuart neighborhoods have houses under $500,000?

South Stuart and Port Salerno in zip 34997 have the most: Dixie Park, Coral Gardens, Hibiscus Park, Palm Lake Park, Golden Gate, Fisherman's Cove and Vista Salerno, plus the townhome and single-family sections of Emerald Lakes and Martin's Crossing. A few come up near downtown in 34994.

Do Stuart houses under $500,000 have HOA fees?

Many do not. Most of the older neighborhoods in south Stuart and Port Salerno have no association, while gated communities like Emerald Lakes and planned communities like Martin's Crossing charge monthly dues. See our no-HOA page for the ones without fees.

Can I use an FHA or VA loan on a Stuart home under $500,000?

Yes. Both work well at this price as long as the home meets condition standards, which mostly means a sound roof, working systems and no safety issues. AL is a licensed mortgage loan officer (NMLS #1883073) and can pre-approve you and flag any problem before you write an offer.

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