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About Coast Florida Living

Built by a local Port St. Lucie REALTOR® for the people moving here from up North.

Maria Fernanda Gallo, Licensed Florida REALTOR®

Why Coast Florida Living Exists

Every week, retirees from New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania tell me the same thing: “We've been looking at Florida real estate websites for months. We're more confused than when we started.”

Most Florida real estate sites are built to capture leads, not to actually help. They don't tell you which 55+ community feels right for a Long Islander, how to avoid a New York tax audit when you move, or which neighborhoods flood. I built Coast Florida Livingbecause Northeast retirees deserve a Florida real estate experience that's honest, local, and actually useful.

Hi, I'm Maria Fernanda Gallo — a licensed Florida REALTOR® based in Port St. Lucie and a BeachesMLSmember. I've personally walked every 55+ community in PSL. I know the lifestyle directors by name, which builders deliver, and which neighborhoods flood when storms come through. That kind of local knowledge can't be Googled — that's what this site is for.

What Working With Me Looks Like

1

Discovery Call (Free, 15 min)

We talk about what you're looking for, your timeline, and whether PSL is even the right fit. No pressure. If it isn't right, I'll tell you.

2

Custom Community Shortlist

Based on our call, I build a personalized 3–5 community shortlist with current homes, HOA fees, lifestyle details, and honest pros/cons.

3

Virtual Tours (As Needed)

Can't fly down yet? I'll walk every home for you on video. I've done dozens for out-of-state buyers.

4

The Discovery Trip

When you're ready to visit, I plan a curated 3-day Treasure Coast tour — hotels, dining, community visits, beach time.

5

Offer and Closing

I write a strong offer with wind-mitigation language, insurance confirmed before contract removal, and inspection contingencies that protect Northern buyers.

6

After the Move

Contractor recommendations, neighborhood orientation, your first hurricane prep — the move is just the start.

Let's Talk About Your Move

A 15-minute conversation costs nothing and may save you months of frustration. Worst case, you'll know more about Port St. Lucie than you do now.

Maria also helps fellow real estate professionals market their listings faster with Doorlyx — a tool that turns one listing into a full set of marketing assets in minutes. Learn more →