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Del Webb Tradition
The Two-Layer HOA Nobody Explains

The most recognized name in 55+ living, inside Port St. Lucie's Tradition master plan. Resort amenities, a Key West–style clubhouse, and golf-cart access to a real town center. But the published HOA fee hides a structure most buyers don't understand until closing.

550Total Homes
$300K–$600KPrice Range
$497–$531/moTotal HOA
Pulte / Del WebbBuilder
55+Age-Restricted
Port St. Lucie, FLSt. Lucie County

Understanding the Two-Layer HOA

Del Webb Tradition sits inside the larger Tradition master plan, so you pay into two associations. This is the single most misunderstood cost at Del Webb — buyers see one number and don't realize it's a sum.

1

Del Webb Community HOA

Covers your neighborhood: lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, gated security, alarm system, Del Webb clubhouse, resort pool, fitness center, and recreational amenities.

2

Tradition Master Association (~$191/mo portion)

Covers the master plan: Cable TV, internet, landline phone, and master security system across all of Tradition. This is on top of the Del Webb HOA — not instead of it.

Combined Total HOA (as of recent data)$497–$531/mo
True Cost Analysis

Monthly Budget Breakdown — $475,000 Home Example

Combined HOA (both layers)
Del Webb HOA + Tradition Master Assoc. — incl. cable, internet, phone, security
$497–$531
Property Tax — Year 1
St. Lucie Co. ~1.31% · $475K at purchase · no homestead yet
~$518
CDD Assessment (if applicable)
Tradition communities commonly carry a CDD — appears on tax bill, not HOA statement
~$100–$200
Homeowner's Insurance (FL estimate)
New/recent construction may earn wind-mitigation credits
~$220–$350
Total Monthly Carrying Cost (excl. mortgage)~$1,335–$1,599
*Unlike Riverland (no CDD), most Tradition communities carry a CDD assessment that adds to your annual tax bill. Confirm whether your specific Del Webb section has an active CDD and its remaining bond term before signing. The two-layer HOA already includes cable, internet, and phone — factor that when comparing to communities where those are separate.
Amenities

Del Webb's national playbook: a resort clubhouse, lifestyle director, and a deep amenity set. A second amenity center expands capacity.

Key West–Style Clubhouse
Resort-style main facility
Resort Pool + Lap Lanes
Integrated lap lanes
Second Amenity Center
Added social hall + outdoor pool
Fitness Center
State-of-the-art equipment
Full-Time Lifestyle Director
Coordinates clubs + events
Pickleball / Tennis / Bocce
Multiple courts
Two Dog Parks
Separate small + large dog areas
Walking Trails
Lake-loop trails
Cards & Crafts Room
Creative hubs
Cable + Internet + Phone
Bundled via master assoc.
Golf-Cart Friendly
Cart access to town center
Gated Entry
24/7 security
Home Sizes & Floor Plans

Single-family homes and attached villas, approximately 1,579 to 2,800+ sq ft, energy-efficient construction.

Attached Villas
~1,579 sq ft +2 bed / 2 bath2-car garageLowest-maintenance option
Mid-Size Single-Family
~1,800–2,200 sq ft2–3 bed + flex2 bathMost popular range
Larger Single-Family
~2,400–2,800 sq ft3 bed / 3 bath2–3 car garageFlex / den options
Premium Plans
2,800+ sq ft3 bed / 3 bath + flex3-car garage2024 builds available
Honest Assessment

Where Del Webb Tradition earns its reputation, and what to verify.

Genuine Advantages

  • Del Webb brand recognition supports resale value nationally
  • HOA bundles cable, internet, and phone — fewer separate bills
  • Full-time lifestyle director means a mature, active social calendar
  • Golf-cart access to a real town center (Publix, dining, Cleveland Clinic)
  • Two dog parks and golf-cart-friendly — genuinely pet-friendly
  • New + resale both available — flexibility on warranty vs negotiation

Things to Verify Before Buying

  • Two-layer HOA: confirm the combined total, not just the Del Webb portion
  • CDD likely applies — get the amount and remaining bond term in writing
  • St. Lucie County's highest-in-FL tax rate stacks on top of HOA + CDD
  • Total carrying cost can exceed $1,500/mo before mortgage — budget honestly
  • Compare against no-CDD Riverland communities at similar price points
  • Smaller community (550 homes) vs Riverland's campus — different amenity scale
What's Nearby

Del Webb sits in southwest Port St. Lucie near SW Becker Road, inside the Tradition master plan.

Cleveland Clinic Hospital
~5 min
Tradition campus
Publix (Tradition)
~3 min
Golf-cart accessible
Tradition Square
~5 min
Dining, festivals, concerts
I-95 Access
~5 min
Becker Rd interchange
Hutchinson Island Beach
~25 min
Atlantic beaches
PBI Airport
~45 min
Palm Beach International
Keiser University
~5 min
Tradition campus
Downtown Stuart
~30 min
Martin County
St. Lucie West
~10 min
Retail, dining, MLB spring training
Compare Del Webb Tradition With
Tradition Master Plan GuideEsplanade at TraditionVitalia at TraditionTelaro at TraditionValencia Cay (No CDD)Del Webb True Cost Deep DiveSt. Lucie County Tax Guide

Considering Del Webb Tradition?

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