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Lakewood Ranch, Florida, is consistently ranked as one of the top-selling master-planned communities in the United States. As of March 2026, it offers a diverse range of new home communities (often called “villages”), catering to families, active adults (55+), and luxury buyers.
Highlighted New Communities
- Star Farms: A massive 1,300-acre resort-style village with a mix of townhomes, villas, and single-family homes. It is highly active with builders like D.R. Horton, Homes by WestBay, and Lee Wetherington. Prices range from the high $300s to over $3M.
- Waterside District: This is the only village located in Sarasota County and is centered around Waterside Place, a lakeside town center.
- Wild Blue at Waterside: An ultra-luxury waterfront community with custom homes starting in the $2Ms to $3Ms+.
- Emerald Landing: Features coastal-themed townhomes and single-family homes by David Weekley Homes, starting in the $500s.
- Shellstone: Offers luxury single-family homes and villas by Homes by Towne and Lee Wetherington.
- Azario (Esplanade & Park East): A premier golf and resort-style community. Esplanade at Azario includes bundled golf and extensive wellness amenities, while Park East offers the same style without the golf requirement. Prices generally range from the $500s to $1M+.
- Sweetwater: A gated community by M/I Homes known for its “River Series” of single-family homes and maintenance-free villas. Current inventory shows homes available for mid-2026 move-ins, starting in the $400s.
- Calusa Country Club: One of the newer bundled golf communities featuring Terrace Condominiums (from the high $200s), Coach homes, and Estate homes (up to $900k+) built primarily by Lennar.
Active Adult & 55+ Communities
- Cresswind Lakewood Ranch: A gated 55+ community by Kolter Homes focused on fitness and social lifestyle. It features a massive clubhouse and smart-home designs ranging from $500s to $1M+.
- Del Webb Catalina: A popular age-restricted community offering villas and single-family homes with private, resident-only amenities. Prices start in the high $300s.
Community Features & Pricing Overview
| Community | Home Types | Starting Price (Approx.) | Key Builder(s) |
| Aurora | Townhomes, Single-Family | Low $300s | Lennar |
| Amber Creek | Townhomes | $300s | Neal Communities |
| Palm Grove | Townhomes, Villas, Single-Family | $300s – $400s | Neal Communities |
| The Isles | Luxury Single-Family | $800s – $1.5M+ | Toll Brothers |
| Monarch Acres | Custom Luxury Estates | $3M+ | John Cannon Homes |
Why Lakewood Ranch?
- Amenities: Residents have access to over 150 miles of trails, three town centers (Main Street, Waterside Place, and CORE), and the Sarasota Polo Club.
- Location: Situated near I-75, it provides quick access to University Town Center (UTC) shopping, downtown Sarasota, and world-class beaches like Siesta Key and Lido Key (approx. 20–30 minutes away).
- Schools: The area is served by top-rated (A-rated) schools in both Manatee and Sarasota counties.
Pro Tip: If you are looking for immediate availability, many builders like Lennar and M/I Homes offer “Quick Move-In” homes that are already under construction or completed, often with financing incentives like interest rate buy-downs.