Lake Sarasota
Suburban Neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota County 34241
Competitive market with variety of homes
Spanish moss hangs from the live oaks that decorate the manicured lawns of Lake Sarasota. Sidewalks line the curved streets, making it easy for locals to reach Lakeview Park. Ranch-style homes are the most common, although there are plenty of new traditional homes, several boasting contemporary and Spanish influences. “It’s a good-sized community, with a variety of homes,” Montei says. Most residences were built between the 1980s and early 2020s, although some date back to the 1950s. Prices for a single-family house typically range from $325,000 to $525,000, although southern or waterfront properties can cost $625,000 to $1.1 million. The market moves very fast in the neighborhood – a fact Montei knows firsthand because she is looking for a home in the area. The Federal Emergency Management Agency says that Lake Sarasota has a very high risk of hurricanes and a relatively low risk of flooding.Lots to do at Lakeview Park
Lakeview Park surrounds Lake Sarasota, which shares a name with the neighborhood. In the 1950s, swan boat tours and ski shows were regularly held on the water. Today, people can often be seen kayaking, canoeing and fishing throughout the year. There is also plenty to do on land. Friends can play a round of disc golf or pétanque, and kids can run around the playground. Animal lovers can take their dogs for a walk along one of the small trails at the park before letting them run loose at Lakeview Paw Park.Oak trees and bermuda greens fill the par 72 course at the Bent Tree Country Club. From 1976 to 1988, the course was home to the Sarasota LPGA Classic. Now, Bent Tree is open to the public and to members for tee times throughout the year. The Sarasota Art Museum is Downtown and offers free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Besides exploring the various exhibits, patrons can also participate in a free art class and enjoy live music.
A-rated schools in and around Lake Sarasota
Sarasota County Schools serves Lake Sarasota. Lakeview Elementary School, which is in the neighborhood, and Sarasota Middle School both earn an A from Niche. Sarasota High School receives an A-minus and offers several magnet programs, including the four-year Circus Arts Magnet Program. Sarasota Country does have school choice, so students can apply to magnet programs not offered at their assigned schools. Another school in the area is Oak Park School, a kindergarten through 12th grade dedicated to serving students with special needs. Part of the school’s services include a therapy pool to help students work on stability and music therapy sessions.Locals attend Sarasota events
With so many events in Sarasota throughout the year, residents can often find something to do. The Siesta Key Classic is an annual Sand Sculpting Festival held every fall. “We have artists from all over the world,” Montei says. While attendees come to observe the competition, where sculptors spend a weekend creating their masterpieces, there are plenty of other things to do. Lessons and demonstrations run throughout the weekend; people can enjoy live music, food and drinks. Montei says neighbors often host events in Lake Sarasota, such as garage sales and barbecues.Easy highway access
Lake Sarasota is a car-dependent community. Interstate 75 runs along the neighborhood's western edge, while Bee Ridge Road is along the north and leads about 10 miles into Downtown Sarasota. While most residents drive themselves, there is some public transportation – Breeze offers a bus route along Bee Ridge Road. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is about a 14-mile drive. The closest elementary room is about 2 miles away, at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.Shopping and dining across the interstate
When residents want a night out, they normally travel across Interstate 75. “There’s a lot of great, family-owned restaurants in the area,” Montei says. Madfish Grill has an extensive menu that goes beyond seafood, with daily specials like Taco Tuesday and Wednesday’s Italian Night. One of Montei’s favorite places is a little farther away, Yoder’s Restaurant and Amish Village. “They have some of the best homecooked meals,” she says. Yoder’s New Market is in the same building and sells fresh sweets, such as whoopie pies and take-home meals. There are several chain restaurants in Lake Sarasota as well, including Miller’s Ale House, which has over 35 beers on tap. Major retailers are close by. A cluster of shopping centers is across the interstate. Residents can get groceries at Publix; there is also a Walmart and Home Depot.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Karie Backman
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
(941) 877-5820
124 Total Sales
3 in Lake Sarasota
$280K - $477K Price Range
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Joe Murphy
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 413-2825
267 Total Sales
1 in Lake Sarasota
$382,000 Price
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Phuong Nguyen
FLORIDA REALTY INVESTMENTS
(941) 909-8649
26 Total Sales
1 in Lake Sarasota
$417,000 Price
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Keegan Siegfried
LPT REALTY, LLC
(656) 218-5427
213 Total Sales
1 in Lake Sarasota
$365,000 Price
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Suzy Kolaz
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
(941) 841-7071
41 Total Sales
1 in Lake Sarasota
$375,000 Price
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Lori Campbell
Responds QuicklyALLEGIANT REAL ESTATE GROUP
(941) 732-1538
83 Total Sales
1 in Lake Sarasota
$438,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lake Sarasota | US |
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Homicide | 1 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 1 | 4 |
Burglary | 2 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
Larceny | 2 | 4 |
Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
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Lake Sarasota Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Sarasota, Sarasota sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Sarasota, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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