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Esplanade at Tradition
Taylor Morrison's Premium 55+ Play

Spanish-Mediterranean and coastal homes, concierge services, and The Venue — a 16,800 sq ft clubhouse with cabanas and a beach-entry pool. The highest fit-and-finish in Tradition, at a price and fee structure to match.

~600Homesites Planned
$400K–$900KPrice Range
$482–$522/moHOA Fee
Taylor MorrisonBuilder
55+Age-Restricted
Port St. Lucie, FLSt. Lucie County
A note on age rules: Esplanade is marketed as 55+, but listing language has at times referenced a 19-or-older minimum for some residents under standard 55+ occupancy rules (typically at least one resident 55+, with limits on younger occupants). Confirm the exact occupancy policy with the HOA before buying if household ages matter to you.
The Venue · 16,800 sq ft amenity center

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What Sets Esplanade Apart: The Venue + Concierge

Taylor Morrison's Esplanade brand positions itself a notch above standard 55+ resort communities. The Venue is the centerpiece — a 16,800 sq ft clubhouse with concierge services handling everything from pet grooming to dry cleaning. This hotel-style service model is the genuine differentiator versus Del Webb or Vitalia.

Resort Pool + Beach EntryCabanasSpa Therapy RoomFitness GymAerobics Rooms2 Har-Tru Tennis Courts8 Pickleball CourtsToasted CaféCatering KitchenLakefront PromenadeBark Parks (S + L)Fireside Seating
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Monthly Budget Breakdown — $600,000 Home Example

HOA Fee (Esplanade)
Cable, internet, lawn care, irrigation, gated security, The Venue amenities
$482–$522
Property Tax — Year 1
St. Lucie Co. ~1.31% · $600K at purchase · no homestead yet
~$655
CDD Assessment
Tradition new construction commonly carries a CDD — verify your section
~$125–$210
Homeowner's Insurance (FL estimate)
New construction wind-mitigation credits may apply
~$250–$400
Total Monthly Carrying Cost (excl. mortgage)~$1,512–$1,787
*Esplanade sits at the higher end of Tradition's cost spectrum. The HOA includes cable and internet. CDD likely applies to new construction — confirm the amount and bond term. With St. Lucie County's high tax rate, total carrying cost on a $600K Esplanade home approaches $1,800/mo before mortgage. Verify all figures before signing.
Home Sizes & Floor Plans

Nine floor plans from ~1,610 to nearly 3,000 sq ft. Spanish-Mediterranean and coastal elevations. Canvas by Taylor Morrison® offers curated designer finish collections.

Azzurro
~1,886 sq ft2–3 bed2 bathEntry-level plan
Bergamo
~1,777 sq ft2 bed / 2 bath2-car garageCompact villa-style
Lazio
~2,275 sq ft3 bed / 3 bath2-car garageFrom ~$497,900
Letizia
~2,465 sq ft4–5 bed / 3 bath2-car garageLargest bedroom count
Pallazio
~2,929 sq ft3–4 bed / 3 bath2-car garageLargest plan
Matera
~1,828 sq ft3 bed / 2.5 bath2-car garageMediterranean elevation
Honest Assessment

Esplanade's premium positioning is real — so is its premium cost.

Genuine Advantages

  • Highest fit-and-finish among Tradition's 55+ communities
  • Concierge services (pet grooming, dry cleaning) — genuinely unusual at this price tier
  • The Venue's 16,800 sq ft amenity center with beach-entry pool and cabanas
  • HOA includes cable and internet — fewer separate bills
  • Taylor Morrison construction quality and new-build warranty
  • Golf-cart distance to Tradition Square and Cleveland Clinic

Things to Verify Before Buying

  • Among the most expensive total carrying costs in Tradition (~$1,800/mo at $600K)
  • CDD likely applies on top of HOA — get the figure and bond term in writing
  • St. Lucie County's highest-in-FL tax rate compounds the premium pricing
  • Confirm exact occupancy/age policy if household ages matter
  • Compare against no-CDD Riverland communities at similar finish levels
  • Builder pricing leaves little negotiation room; lot premiums add up fast
Compare Esplanade With
Tradition Master Plan GuideDel Webb TraditionTelaro at TraditionVitalia at TraditionValencia Cay (No CDD)St. Lucie County Tax Guide

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