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Plantation

Plantation

$358,397 Average Value
$212 Average Price per Sq Ft
78 Homes For Sale

Comfortable Gulf Coast community

Plantation offers considerable comfort both inside and outside the home. This Gulf Coast community sits almost perfectly between the Sarasota County cities of Venice and North Port. Like many other places in the county, this neighborhood lies within miles of white-sand beaches and within arms reach of a handful of golf courses, the latter of which provide the grounds for one of the area’s leading pastimes. Many homes here are grouped along peaceful streets lined by well-manicured lawns and palm trees. “But you also got the dining aspects, as well, and the camaraderie of your fellow community members,” Scott Johnston, a realtor with Michael Saunders & Company, says about the country club communities.

Homes in master-planned developments

Plantation, like much of Sarasota County, offers homes within well-organized planned developments. Populated with a number of single-family home options, houses here feature low-pitched tiled roofs and brightly colored sidings. Prospective buyers will find many traditional and ranch-style homes, as well as a number of Spanish and Mediterranean influenced designs. In fact, Johnston says the tiled roofing seen across much of the area is required in the Plantation Golf & Country Club and Sarasota National Golf Club communities. As far as prices, two-bedroom condominiums can start in the low $300,000s. “Then everything is up from there,” Johnston says, with the top end of the price range coming in at just under $2 million. For example, A single story two-bedroom and two-bathroom home off Rockley Boulevard can go for $520,000. A single story, but spacious home with a green tiled roof, circular driveway and covered pool in the back can go for $1.1 million.

Many of the residential streets in Plantation have lush landscaping.
Many of the residential streets in Plantation have lush landscaping.
Many of the single family homes in Plantation offer a car garage.
Many of the single family homes in Plantation offer a car garage.
Plantation's single-family homes offer manicured lawns.
Plantation's single-family homes offer manicured lawns.
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No shortage of golf here

Golf is a leading pastime in this part of Florida and the amenities for it play a strong role in where many choose to settle. The Plantation Golf & Country Club is almost synonymous with the area built around Wexford and Rockley Boulevards and between Center Road and U.S. Highway 41. Members there can test themselves on the club's two 18-hole championship courses, named Bobcat and Panther. This site also proudly calls itself the home of the Ladies Professional Golf Association’s annual tour qualifier. Just a short distance south of U.S. Highway 41 is Sarasota National, which offers an 18-hole championship course that the club’s website describes as surrounded by wetlands and preserves that make it as beautiful as it is challenging. The club also includes a 32,000-square-foot resort-style clubhouse campus comprised of three buildings that offer dining, fitness, tennis and swimming amenities. And of course, the beaches are located within several miles. “The beauty is we have so much beach, so much beach available,” Johnston says.

Aerial of the Plantation Golf and Country Club.
Aerial of the Plantation Golf and Country Club.
Plantation Golf and Country Club can be found in the center of the neighborhood.
Plantation Golf and Country Club can be found in the center of the neighborhood.
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Peach's Restaurant serves Plantation residents delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
Peach's Restaurant serves Plantation residents delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Shop and dine at Venice Village Shoppes

One of the closest retail destinations here is the Venice Village Shoppes, located just west of the golf club communities along U.S. Highway 41. This shopping center’s occupants include several big box stores like Publix, a Walmart Supercenter and Target. The dining spots include favorites like the Sand Trap Bar and Grill, and Skillets. The bar and grill offers a blend of Thai and American cuisines and includes choices such as a boneless Teriyaki wings appetizer and the “Eagle,” a grilled hamburger topped with bacon, American cheese and lettuce. While it mainly serves lunch options, Skillets has an extensive breakfast menu ranging from American fare like Eggs Benedict and traditional breakfasts consisting of eggs, potatoes, biscuit and bacon to healthier options like oatmeal and a yogurt, berry and banana bowl. Another option is Peach's Restaurant.

Highly rated high school with strong athletic reputation

The highly rated Sarasota County Schools district serves families here. Students in Plantation can attend Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Middle School and Venice High School. Niche gave A-minus grades to both the elementary and middle schools and gave the high school an A. Venice High is ranked by Niche as the 10th best high school in the state for athletes. The community also sits near Venice Christian School, located on Center Road. The institution describes itself as a non-denominational private Christian school for students from prekindergarten all the way to 12th grade.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Sarasota/Bradenton International

49 min drive

Bus

N Tamiami Trl & Rockley Blvd

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Plantation US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Plantation Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$346,000
Median Sale Price
$300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$229,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Last 12 months Home Sales
142
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,277
Number of Homes for Sale
78
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
6.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,294
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,870
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,322
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,236

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Nov 30
    1 - 3pm

    503 Wexford Dr, Venice, FL 34293

    $349,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,571 Sq Ft
    • 503 Wexford Dr
    • New 5 days ago

    One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Charming Home with Golf Course Views in a Quaint Neighborhood! Located just outside the Plantation Golf & Country Club, this delightful home offers breathtaking views of the #3 tee box on Panther Golf Course from the expansive lanai, primary bedroom, and living room/kitchen sliding glass doors. The split floor plan provides two bedrooms with a guest

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  • Wednesday, Dec 3
    1 - 3pm

    418 Cerromar Ct Unit 261, Venice, FL 34293

    $219,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,110 Sq Ft
    • 418 Cerromar Ct
    • Unit 261
    • New 9 days ago

    Don't wait to own your own piece of paradise! Beautiful end Unit Condo in the Westchester Gardens/ Plantation Golf and Country Club. The home is "TURNKEY" and you only need to bring your personal items to start enjoying everything the Plantation subdivision. These 2 bedrooms and 2 bath condo boasts large closets and private balconies off of each bedroom. The bedrooms are separated making it

    Sandy Carlberg HOMESMART

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  • Saturday, Nov 29
    11am - 12:30pm

    410 Cerromar Cir S Unit 240, Venice, FL 34293

    $189,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,110 Sq Ft
    • 410 Cerromar Cir S
    • Unit 240

    Welcome to Westchester Gardens in beautiful Plantation, Venice, Florida — the perfect place to enjoy the relaxed, coastal lifestyle! This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is ideal for those who love to entertain or are looking for a welcoming second home in the sunshine. Step inside to a warm and inviting interior featuring an open floor plan that flows effortlessly from the living area to the

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,174
Median Age
75
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
4.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
77%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$70,495
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$93,861

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
53.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.6%
% Population in Labor Force
24%
Significantly below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

5 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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