Imagine a slice of Florida paradise where your Social Security check isn’t just survival money but actually funds a comfortable lifestyle complete with palm trees, blue skies, and zero state income tax.
Port St. Lucie sits like a well-kept secret on Florida’s Treasure Coast, offering all the sunshine the state is famous for without the tourist markup that makes so many coastal towns budget-busters.
While snowbirds flock to Miami and retirees crowd Naples, this gem of a city has quietly developed into a haven for those seeking Florida living without requiring a CEO’s pension to afford it.
The city’s name might suggest a bustling seaport, but Port St. Lucie actually sits about 10 miles inland from the Atlantic – just far enough to slash housing costs while keeping beaches within easy striking distance…