Laurel Oak Estates
Suburban Neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota County 34240
Country club views await
Laurel Oak Estates is a gated community with security working around the clock. There are over 400 custom-built estates built between 1990 and 2005 that range in size from 1,900 to more than 5,000 square feet and range in price from $795,000 to $2.8 million. Typical features include decorative tile roofs, which the homeowners' association mandates. "A lot of HOAs require certain architectural features for consistency," says Adams, who notes that there is a significant amount of overall diversity in the home styles due to them being constructed by different home builders.The homes include large yards and private driveways and feature waterfront or golf course views on land that has been impeccably landscaped. "The grounds are absolutely stunning," says Adams. "You can tell it's a well-cared-for community, which makes it very desirable." Care also went into constructing the overall design of the community, as there are plenty of natural green spaces surrounding the homes and golf courses. "Although it is a gated community, there are a lot of preserve areas. I see deer running around every time I go there," says Adams. "And just like any Florida area with freshwater access, you'll see birds, fish, alligators—all the regular wildlife."
Golf clubs and tennis racquets
Golf courses are a dime a dozen in Florida, but the two in Laurel Oak Estates are anything but typical. PGA legend Gary Player designed one, and Rees Jones, a world-famous golf course architect, designed the other. A 508-yard, par-5 closing hole highlights the Player course, while the Jones course closes with a par-4 dogleg surrounded by water along one side. Both courses host regular men's and women's league play, tournaments and summer camps. Laurel Oak Country Club hosts the state's only U.S. Kids Golf Academy.Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art tennis center with 12 courts, six pickleball courts and a Junior Olympic-sized, heated swimming pool. The swim center is home to a community swim team and hosts summer camps and events like "dive-in movies" for kids. Social events are a big part of living in the community and most of them take place at the 45,000-square-foot clubhouse. The clubhouse dining room is typically the place to be, as it hosts breakfasts, brunches and buffets centered around the holidays, as well as wine and trivia-themed dinners throughout the year. "It's a very diverse community with many age groups," says Adams. "There's families and retirees, and they have an active social calendar."
Education in Laurel Oak Estates
Children in the area attend Lakeview Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and is ranked the eighth-best public elementary school in Sarasota County. Next, kids attend McIntosh Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the eleventh-best public middle school in Sarasota County. Teenagers attend Sarasota High School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the fourth-best public high school in Sarasota County.Getting around
Residents can easily access Interstate 75 via Bee Bridge Road, making commutes simple. Meanwhile, plenty of Breeze Transit bus stops are dotted along Bee Bridge Road, making it easy to get to surrounding areas by public transportation.Plenty to eat at Bee Ridge Square
The Bee Ridge Square Mall and the Publix-anchored Centergate Village provide shopping options roughly two miles away. Plenty of fast food and fast-causal favorites are close at hand when residents get hungry. Locals can dine at Miller's Ale House, First Watch, Sushi Bay Kitchen, Kiev Deli of Sarasota and more. And when locals need to stock up on new clothes, there's a Burlington nearby as well.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Darren Dowling
Darren Dowling
Responds QuicklyBEYOND REALTY LLC
(941) 740-6622
160 Total Sales
1 in Laurel Oak Estates
$1,315,000 Price
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Lee Brewer
Lee Brewer
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 210-6553
364 Total Sales
2 in Laurel Oak Estates
$850K - $1.5M Price Range
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Joe Cleary
Joe Cleary
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 260-2738
232 Total Sales
1 in Laurel Oak Estates
$1,315,000 Price
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Mark Midyett
Mark Midyett
Responds QuicklyKELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
(941) 271-0381
139 Total Sales
1 in Laurel Oak Estates
$449,500 Price
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Kelly Mooney
Kelly Mooney
Responds QuicklyTHE SARASOTA REAL ESTATE COMP.
(941) 260-2557
167 Total Sales
2 in Laurel Oak Estates
$2,250,000 Price Range
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Kristy Heitl
Kristy Heitl
Responds QuicklyEXIT KING REALTY
(941) 263-0753
85 Total Sales
1 in Laurel Oak Estates
$1,875,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lakeview Park
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
Sarasota Audubon Nature Center
Rothenbach Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lakeview Dog Park
Bent Tree Gazebo Park
Celery Fields
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Laurel Oak Estates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Laurel Oak Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laurel Oak Estates, Sarasota sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Laurel Oak Estates, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $1,537,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,587,000
Median Sale Price
$1,537,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,512,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$408
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
374
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1996
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,860
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,700
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 4pm
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
855
Median Age
48
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$101,613
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,439
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
44.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17%
% Population in Labor Force
54.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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