496 SE Cardinal Trail, Stuart, FL 34997 (MLS# M20056704)

496 SE Cardinal Trail, Stuart, FL 34997

$439,888
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,536 Status: Active
Current Price: $439,888 List Date: 8/24/2026 Last Modified: 9/19/2026

Overview

Description

Waterfront on Turtle Creek with direct access to the South Fork of the St. Lucie River. Completely remodeled & beautifully redesigned waterfront home in desirable S. River Colony! This charming 2-bed, 2-bath offers tranquil water views, with fishing & kayaking right from your backyard. Relax on the screened porch & enjoy fish jumping & rare exotic birds. Stunning kitchen features gas cooking, all-new cabinetry, & open bar overlooking the cozy vaulted living area. Gorgeous plank-style flooring flows throughout. Transom windows enhance the living room & offer potential for a loft or possible 3rd bedroom. Private primary suite enjoys peaceful water views, dual sinks & walk-in closet. Jack-and-Jill guest bath. Enjoy the FL waterfront lifestyle with nearby Hosford Park & boat ramp, just ½ mile away, providing convenient river access. Community amenities include available RV/boat storage, plus a gathering area with fire pit & picnic tables for parties & get-togethers.

Listing Details MLS# M20056704

General Property Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms Total
2
Bathrooms Total
2
Bathrooms Full
2
Building Area Main
1536
Building Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Main
921
Year Built
1984
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
Yes
Parking Total
Yes
Lot Size Area
9147.6
Lot Size Acres
0.21
Senior Community YN
No
Guest House YN
No
Waterfront YN
Yes
Outdoor Living Spaces YN
Yes
Stories Total
Yes
Direction Faces
Northeast
Fireplace YN
Yes
Pool Private YN
No
Year Roof Installed
2008

Property Features

Association Fee Includes: Common Areas Dining Area: Breakfast Area; Dining/Living Room Fireplace Features: Decorative Flooring: Laminate Leasing Permitted Details: Okay To Lease Parking Features: Garage Door Opener; Attached; Attached Garage; Garage; Garage Faces Rear; Garage Faces Side Property Condition: Resale Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater Water Heater Details: Electric Water Heater Architectural Style: Key West; Ranch Construction Materials: Frame Cooling: Central Air Association Type: Homeowner Association Fencing: Fenced Heating: Central Interior Features: Bedroom Layout - Split; Built-in Features; Cathedral Ceiling(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan Lot Features: Interior Lot; Many Trees Main Living Area: Entry Level Membership: No Membership Available Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s) Pets Allowed YN: Yes Pets Allowed: Number Limit; Size Limit Possession: Close Of Escrow Road Frontage Type: West of US-1; Public Road Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Metal Security Features: Security Fence Sewer: Septic Tank Special Information: Deed Restrictions; Platted; Property Survey Available; Sold As-Is; Disclosure Structure Type: House Tax Information: City/County; No Homestead Utilities: Water Available View: Other Water Source: Well Waterfront Features: Creek Window Features: Blinds; Drapes; Single Hung Metal Showing Requirements: Appointment Only; Call Listing Agent; Listing Agent Must Accompany; Occupied; Schedule Online Outdoor Living Spaces: Patio; Porch Patio Details: Patio - Covered Porch Details: Porch - Screened Room Types: Bedroom 2; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Acreage Description: Less Than 1/4 Acre Lot

Contract Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Original List Price
439888

Location and Legal

Country
United States
County Or Parish
Martin
County Parish Name
Martin
Street Number
496
Street Direction Prefix
SE
Street Name
Cardinal
Street Suffix
Trail
City Name
Stuart
State Or Province
FL
Postal Code
34997
Postal Zip
34997
Subdivision Name
South River Colony Unrec
Development Name
South River Colony Unrec
Area
6120 - Stuart - Southwest
Geographic Area
MRTC - Martin County
Elementary School
Crystal Lake (Martin)
Middle Or Junior School
Dr. David L. Anderson
High School
South Fork
Parcel Number
043941003000006309
Zoning
Residential

Financial Information

Association YN
Yes
Association Deposit YN
No
Association Fee
25
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Membership
Mandatory
Estimated Monthly Assoc Recurring Fee
25
Membership Fee Required YN
No
Tax Annual Amount
5346
Tax Year
2025
Tax Legal Description
SOUTH RIVER COLONY UNREC LOT 63 (LESS PT ON S/LN) & PT OF LOT 62 IN NE COR AS DESC IN OR 597/732

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-08-24T04:00:00Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Date
2026-08-26

More Information

Application Fee Details

Application Fee Required
Yes
Application Fee
100

Leasing Permitted Details

Leasing Permitted YN
Yes

Member Equity

Membership Equity YN
No

Short Sale Details

Short Sale Addendum
No

Boat and Dock Information

Dock
Yes
Dock Details
Community Ramp

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Dining Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Master Bedroom Level
Main

Originating Details

Originating System Key
691401743
Originating System ID
M00000165

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Level
Kitchen 14.00 8.00 Main
Living Room 21.00 13.00 Main
Dining Room 9.00 7.00 Main
Master Bedroom 13.00 14.00 Main
Bedroom 2 14.00 10.00 Main
IDX
Listing Office: Illustrated Properties LLC / S
Last Updated: September - 19 - 2026
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