Neighborhood · Vero Beach, Florida
South Lakes
Quiet lakeside living close to Vero's coast
1
Homes for sale
$449,900
Median list price
$226
Avg price / sqft
70
Median days on market
South Lakes sits in the residential stretch of Vero Beach, a part of Indian River County where the pace stays easy and the water is never far. It's the kind of neighborhood that draws buyers who want a settled, low-key setting with the beaches and downtown of Vero Beach within a short drive. Nearby communities like Highlands, Vista Royale, and Laguna round out the character of this corner of town.
The market here is small and tightly held, so buyers should move with intention. Right now there's a single active listing at $449,900, and homes that sold over the past year fetched about 98% of asking — a sign sellers hold firm on price. If you're comparing options, browse the live map and keep an eye on Vero Lake Estates for nearby inventory when South Lakes is thin.
South Lakes is a community in Vero Beach, Florida.
Quick facts
$449,900 – $450K price range
1,989 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in South Lakes
Every active listing inside the South Lakes boundary
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Browse South Lakes
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The South Lakes market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$454,500
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
76 days
Median time to sell
South Lakes vs Vero Beach
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the South Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools South Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median South Lakes home
≈ $2,893/mo
$449,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
492
Median age
44
Median income
$68,325
Median home value
$426,300
Beyond the listings
Living in South Lakes
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Top 4% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Appearance oriented
Top 7% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Food & Drink
Top 8% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Relationships
Top 10% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Straight answers
South Lakes FAQs
Is South Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a quiet residential neighborhood in Vero Beach with easy access to the coast and downtown. Families appreciate the assigned schools — Citrus Elementary, Oslo Middle, and Vero Beach High — and the surrounding communities keep the area feeling settled rather than transient.
Is South Lakes expensive?+
It sits in a moderate range for Vero Beach, with the current listing at $449,900 and homes that sold in the past year closing around $454,500. At roughly $226 per square foot, it's approachable for buyers wanting real space without a luxury price tag.
What do homes cost in South Lakes?+
The single active listing is priced at $449,900 for a home around 1,989 square feet. Recent sales landed near a median of $454,500, so expect the mid-$400s to be the going rate here.
How is the market in South Lakes?+
It's a small, low-turnover market — just one home active now and two sold over the past 12 months. Listings take a median of 70 days to sell and close at about 98% of asking, so serious buyers should be ready to act when the right home appears; the live map is the best way to catch new inventory.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA data isn't consistently reported for South Lakes, so fees vary by the specific home or subdivision. The median property tax runs about $3,759 per year, which is typical for this part of Indian River County.
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