--- title: "Vela Cove Fort Pierce | New Pulte Homes Coming 2027" url: https://www.petekaterealestate.com/neighborhoods/vela-cove description: "Vela Cove is Pulte Homes' first Fort Pierce community. 239 single-family homes from the low $400s, no CDD, resort-style pool. Sales expected early 2027." lang: en --- Skip to main content Image: Waterfront homes and blue river water along the Fort Pierce area of St. Lucie County (https://www.petekaterealestate.com/__l5e/assets-v1/ac6f8872-6bf3-4f2e-9645-8413e637d9e6/fort-pierce.webp) Coming Soon New Construction # Vela Cove in Fort Pierce Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Pulte Homes' first Fort Pierce community. Coming early 2027. Get on the Early Interest List ## Vela Cove Quick Facts Builder Pulte Homes Homes 239 single-family homesites Starting price From the low $400s (builder estimate) Home sizes About 1,250 to 1,850 sq ft Bedrooms 3 to 5 Garage 2-car Styles One-story and two-story Age restriction None, all ages welcome CDD None HOA To be announced Sales open Early 2027 (expected) Location Off Okeechobee Rd near Jenkins Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947 ## About Vela Cove Fort Pierce Vela Cove is a new community of 239 single-family homes on about 50 acres in Fort Pierce. It's Pulte Homes' first community in Fort Pierce. Pulte has built in Tradition in Port St. Lucie, but this is their first move north into Fort Pierce. The site is off Okeechobee Road near Jenkins Road, just minutes from I-95 and Florida's Turnpike. Homes will start in the low $400s, which puts Vela Cove among the more affordable new construction options from a national builder in the area. There's no CDD fee, which is a big plus compared to many newer Treasure Coast communities. ## Amenities at Vela Cove - Resort-style pool with cabana - BBQ area - Fire pit - Tot lot (playground) - Lake-view homesites available Expected to include lawn care and internet in the HOA (to be confirmed by Pulte). ## Floor Plans ### Floor plans coming soon Pulte has not released the Vela Cove floor plan names yet. Plans are expected to range from about 1,250 to 1,850 sq ft with 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2-car garages, in one-story and two-story designs. We'll add each model with its size and price as soon as Pulte releases them. ## Location Address area 2721 S Jenkins Rd / Okeechobee Rd near Jenkins Rd, Fort Pierce Get directions (opens in a new tab) (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Okeechobee%20Rd%20and%20S%20Jenkins%20Rd%2C%20Fort%20Pierce%2C%20FL%2034947) - Quick access to I-95 and Florida's Turnpike - Short drive to downtown Fort Pierce, the Downtown Fort Pierce Farmers' Market, and the beaches on Hutchinson Island - About 25 to 30 minutes to Port St. Lucie and Vero Beach Explore nearby: Fort Pierce (https://www.petekaterealestate.com/cities/fort-pierce)Hutchinson Island (https://www.petekaterealestate.com/hutchinson-island)Port St. Lucie (https://www.petekaterealestate.com/cities/port-st-lucie)Vero Beach (https://www.petekaterealestate.com/cities/vero-beach) ## What Draws Buyers to Vela Cove - New construction under $500K for first-time buyers - More home for the money for buyers moving up from Palm Beach, Broward or Miami-Dade - A newer home with a pool community and no CDD - Fast I-95 and Turnpike access for commuting ## Vela Cove Timeline 1. 2025 Land rezoned from retail to residential and site plan approved 2. June 2026 Pulte buys the 50-acre site 3. Early 2027 Sales expected to open 4. After sales open Model homes and first move-ins (dates to be announced) ## Why Use Us When Buying New Construction - The builder's sales team works for the builder. We work for you, and in most cases the builder pays our commission. - We'll help you pick the right lot, compare incentives, review the contract, and watch the build. - You need to register us on your first visit to the sales center, so contact us before you go. Contact Us Before You Visit ## Vela Cove FAQs Where is Vela Cove? Off Okeechobee Road near Jenkins Road in Fort Pierce, FL 34947, close to I-95 and Florida's Turnpike. Who is building Vela Cove? Pulte Homes. It's Pulte's first community in Fort Pierce. How much are homes in Vela Cove? Pulte says homes will start in the low $400s. Final pricing will be released closer to the sales opening. When does Vela Cove open? Sales are expected to open in early 2027. Is Vela Cove a 55+ community? No. Vela Cove has no age restrictions. Does Vela Cove have a CDD? No. Pulte says there are no CDD fees. How many homes will Vela Cove have? 239 single-family homesites, including some lake-view lots. Can I use a Realtor to buy in Vela Cove? Yes. Bring us with you or register us on your first visit. The builder typically pays the buyer's agent commission. ## More New Homes in Fort Pierce - Seagrove by Lennar: https://www.petekaterealestate.com/neighborhoods/seagrove - Pineapple Grove by Holiday Builders: https://www.petekaterealestate.com/pineapple-grove-fort-pierce - New Construction vs. Resale: https://www.petekaterealestate.com/guides/new-construction-vs-resale ## Talk to Peter and Kate. Peter White 772-284-1419: +17722841419 Kate Ward 772-342-4006: +17723424006 ### Get Vela Cove Updates First Want floor plans and pricing as soon as they're released? Join our list and we'll send you updates before sales open. Peter White 772-284-1419 | Kate Ward 772-342-4006 | The McKinney Team | REMAX Gold Information is based on builder and public sources as of November 2026 and is subject to change. Pricing, plans, amenities, and HOA details are set by Pulte Homes. 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