5540 SPANISH RIVER Road
PORTOFINO SHORES PHASE TWO · Fort Pierce · FL · 34951
Overview
About this home
Build equity in one of Fort Pierce's most sought-after gated communities! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-car garage home in Portofino Shores offers solid bones, valuable recent upgrades, and a great location, and it's ready for someone to bring their vision and a little love. The big-ticket items are already done: a NEW ROOF as of 2025 and NEW IMPACT SLIDING GLASS DOORS leading out to the patio for added safety, storm protection, and peace of mind. Built in 2004 with quality concrete block and stucco construction and a paver driveway, the home features an open floor plan with a comfortable flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. With some cosmetic updating, this home has real potential to shine. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to get into a great neighborhood, or A handyman ready for your next project, or planning a relaxed retirement, this is an opportunity to build equity quickly. Please note: the kitchen refrigerator will be swapped with the refrigerator currently in the garage. Portofino Shores is a well-manicured, private, 188-acre gated community set alongside a nature preserve, with a 24-hour manned gate for peace of mind, just 15 minutes from the beach. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including: • A community pool: a beautifully renovated 3,000 sq ft heated pool and sun deck overlooking the lake, with restrooms, showers, and lockers • A 6,000 sq ft lakeside clubhouse with a kitchen, serving bar, and Wi-Fi, perfect for gatherings and events • Enclosed tennis courts, also lined for pickleball • A bocce court • A fitness center with treadmills, bikes, a Nautilus machine, and free weights • A 1.5-mile paved walking trail through the nature preserve • Double sidewalks throughout the community Enjoy Treasure Coast living just minutes from I-95, Florida's Turnpike, shopping, and dining, and close to world-class fishing and boating and Fort Pierce's historic downtown and waterfront. This property is being offered as a short sale and is subject to lender approval, which has not yet been obtained. Please allow time for the short sale process. Sold as-is. Don't miss this chance to own in Portofino Shores at a price that leaves room to make it your own. Schedule your showing today
Property details
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 1,377 sq ft
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating
- Central
- Laundry
- In Hall, Inside, Laundry Closet
- Features
- Bedroom Layout - Split, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior & lot
- Construction
- CBS, Stucco
- Roof
- Barrel, Tile
- Stories
- 1
- Lot size
- 0.14 acres (6,011 sq ft)
- Parking
- Attached, Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage, Paver Block
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Features
- Barbecue
Community
- Subdivision
- PORTOFINO SHORES PHASE TWO
- HOA
- Portofino Shores POA
- HOA fee
- $200 monthly
- Amenities
- Security, Gated, Pool, Clubhouse, Kitchen Facilities, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- County
- St. Lucie
Listing & financial
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2004
- Annual taxes
- $6,677 (2026)
- Parcel ID
- 131250201150001
- Buyer financing accepted
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Sale type
- Short Sale
- MLS #
- B26095007
Sale & tax history
This listing
| Oct 31, 2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900 |
Taxes
2026 property taxes: $6,677. In Florida, taxes are re-assessed after a sale, so a new owner's bill can be different (your homestead exemption can lower it).
Full sale and tax history is public at the county property appraiser (parcel ID 131250201150001). Open the St. Lucie County Property Appraiser ↗
Location
Approximate location. Street View opens in Google Maps where Google has street photos.
Neighborhood
- Subdivision
- PORTOFINO SHORES PHASE TWO
- City
- Fort Pierce
- County
- St. Lucie County
Always confirm school assignments with the district: St. Lucie County schools ↗.
Climate, weather & flood risk
Average temperatures by month
Winters are mild, with highs around 73°F from December to February. The coolest nights come in January (about 53°F); the warmest days in July (about 89°F).
| Month | Low | Range | High | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53° | 72° | 3.0″ | |
| Feb | 55° | 74° | 2.8″ | |
| Mar | 58° | 77° | 3.0″ | |
| Apr | 64° | 81° | 3.6″ | |
| May | 69° | 84° | 4.2″ | |
| Jun | 73° | 88° | 6.2″ | |
| Jul | 74° | 89° | 6.2″ | |
| Aug | 75° | 89° | 7.2″ | |
| Sep | 74° | 88° | 8.2″ | |
| Oct | 70° | 84° | 5.7″ | |
| Nov | 62° | 78° | 3.2″ | |
| Dec | 56° | 74° | 2.4″ |
Average daily low and high (°F) and monthly rainfall (inches). Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Fort Pierce station (7 mi away). Most rain falls in short summer afternoon showers.
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$2,415/mo
- Principal & interest$1,466
- Property taxes$556
- Home insurance$193
- HOA$200
Estimate only, not a loan offer. The rate is an example: ask a lender for today's rates. In Florida, property taxes are re-assessed after a sale, so the seller's last bill is only a starting point; your homestead exemption can lower it. Insurance is a rough estimate; get a real quote, including flood and wind coverage. Talk to a lender we trust →
