Homes for sale · North Port, FloridaHeron Creek
Gated golf-course living in North Port
28
Homes for sale
$482,000
Median list price
$233
Avg price / sqft
46
Median days on market
Heron Creek is a gated community built around a golf course in North Port, where mature landscaping, water views, and a mix of single-family homes set the tone. It draws buyers who want a resort feel without leaving Sarasota County — the kind of place where pool homes and preserve lots sit behind one guarded entrance. The majority of homes here are gated, and roughly a quarter back up to water, giving the neighborhood a calmer, more private rhythm than much of the surrounding city.
Today the market offers 28 active listings with a median list price of $482,000, so this is firmly a mid-market, move-up community rather than a luxury enclave. Homes are selling — 52 closed in the past year at a median of $483,500, with sellers collecting about 95% of asking and a median of 46 days on market. Buyers browsing North Port homes for sale will find Heron Creek priced for its amenities and location; it's worth pulling up the live map to compare water and preserve lots side by side.
Heron Creek is a community in North Port, Florida.
Quick facts
$279,800 – $680K price range
1,930 sqft median home
$405/mo median HOA
$2,200/mo median rent
52 sold in 12 months
Living in Heron Creek
Heron Creek is a gated community in North Port, in southern Sarasota County, organized around a golf course and a network of lakes and preserves. The character is residential and quiet — single-family homes, mature landscaping, and the kind of controlled-access layout that appeals to buyers who value privacy and a sense of community. Of the homes on the market today, the overwhelming majority sit behind the gate, which sets the tone for the whole neighborhood.
The community tends to attract move-up buyers, families, and seasonal residents who want amenities and a golf-course backdrop without the price tag of a coastal address. With half of the active listings offering private pools, outdoor Florida living is central to the lifestyle here. Water-view and preserve lots add another layer for buyers who prioritize scenery and calm.
Because it's an established, built-out community, Heron Creek has a settled feel — there's no active new construction churning the streets. That stability is part of the draw: buyers get a known quantity, a defined set of amenities, and neighbors who tend to stay. For a smart buyer, that translates to predictable value rather than speculation.
Neighborhoods and communities in Heron Creek
Heron Creek is made up of several distinct sub-communities, each with its own streetscape and lot profile. Notable ones include Atwater, Chamberlain, North Port Gardens, and Cranberry Fields, along with Blue Ridge - Salford. These pockets vary in home size and setting, so it's worth walking a few before deciding where you fit.
Some sections lean toward water and preserve views, which explains why seven of the current active listings back to water. Others emphasize the golf-course frontage and interior streets. Pool homes — 14 of the 28 active listings — are spread across the community, giving buyers flexibility on both location and features.
Because each sub-community can carry its own HOA nuances and lot characteristics, confirm exactly what applies to a specific address. A home in one section may offer a different view, lot size, or fee structure than one a few streets over. Your agent can map the differences against your priorities.
Homes for sale in Heron Creek: prices and housing
The current market shows 28 active listings with a median list price of $482,000, ranging from roughly $279,800 to $679,999. The typical home is about 1,930 square feet, and the average price per square foot is around $233. There are no listings above $1M and no active new construction, so this is a mid-market, resale-driven community.
Over the past 12 months, 52 homes sold at a median price of $483,500, with sellers receiving about 95% of asking on average and a median of 46 days on market. That combination — close alignment between list and sold prices, plus a reasonable marketing time — points to a balanced market where well-priced homes move and buyers still have negotiating room. The segment data reinforces the lifestyle appeal: 14 pool homes and 7 waterfront homes among the active listings, nearly all of them gated.
On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA is $405 per month and median property taxes run about $3,853 per year. The HOA reflects the gated access and amenities that define the community, so factor it into your monthly budget. Always verify the exact HOA dues, what they include, and the current tax figure for any specific home before making an offer.
Schools in Heron Creek
Heron Creek falls within the Sarasota County school district. The most commonly assigned schools for the community are Lamarque Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School, and North Port High School.
School assignments are based on address and can change from year to year as the district adjusts boundaries. If schools are a priority in your search, confirm the current zone for the specific property you're considering directly with Sarasota County Schools rather than relying on a general community assignment.
Families should also ask about magnet, choice, and enrollment options, which can differ from the default zoned schools. Verifying early helps you weigh a particular street or sub-community against your education priorities.
Getting around Heron Creek
Heron Creek sits in North Port, in the southern reach of Sarasota County, with convenient access to the region's main roadways. North Port is served by US-41 (Tamiami Trail) and is close to Interstate 75, the primary north-south corridor connecting the area to Sarasota, Venice, and Fort Myers. That makes most daily errands and regional trips a matter of a short drive to a major route.
Specific drive-time figures aren't part of the data here, so it's best to test your own commute — to work, schools, and the coast — at the times you'd actually travel. Traffic patterns on US-41 and I-75 shift with season, since this stretch of Southwest Florida draws winter residents and visitors.
Within the community itself, the gated layout keeps through-traffic low, which is part of what makes Heron Creek feel calm. For day-to-day driving, you'll rely on a personal vehicle, as is typical throughout North Port.
Is Heron Creek a good place to live?
For buyers who want a gated, golf-oriented community with real amenity value, Heron Creek delivers a strong package in the mid-market range. The median list price of $482,000, the mix of 14 pool homes and 7 waterfront listings, and the established, built-out feel all point to a stable, lifestyle-driven neighborhood. Sellers getting about 95% of asking and a 46-day median on market signal a healthy, rational market rather than a frenzy.
The trade-offs are worth weighing honestly. The median HOA of $405 per month and median taxes near $3,853 a year are real carrying costs that come with the gated amenities — buyers who don't want a monthly association fee may prefer other parts of North Port. There's also no new construction here, so anyone set on a brand-new build will need to look elsewhere while enjoying the maturity and predictability that an established community offers.
On balance, Heron Creek fits buyers who prioritize privacy, pools, water views, and a golf-course setting, and who value a community that trades at a steady, dependable pace. Compare current listings against your must-haves on the live map, and lean on a local agent to sort the sub-communities and HOA details before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Heron Creek
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$650,000
1336 CREEK NINE DR, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,568 sqft
$635,000
1301 NIGHT WIND TERRACE, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,711 sqft
$425,000
4427 BLUE HERON CIRCLE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,758 sqft
$679,999
5496 WHITE IBIS DRIVE, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,403 sqft
$649,900
1051 CREEK NINE DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,574 sqft
$499,900$515,000
3951 WHISPERING OAKS DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,984 sqft
$659,500
1020 CREEK NINE DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,406 sqft
$650,000
1645 CREEK NINE DR, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,036 sqft
$656,000
1835 CREEK NINE DRIVE, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,400 sqft
$450,000
5151 PINE SHADOW LANE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,759 sqft
$575,000$595,000
5130 LAUREL OAK COURT, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,415 sqft
$299,900
4350 WHISPERING OAKS DR, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,488 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Heron Creek market
52
Sold, last 12 months
$483,500
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
68 days
Median time to sell
Heron Creek vs North Port
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 30.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Heron Creek boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Heron Creek is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Heron Creek home
≈ $3,476/mo
$482,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$405/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,200/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,949
Median age
63
Median income
$108,936
Median home value
$317,839
Beyond the listings
Living in Heron Creek
Entertainment
Top 11% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
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Active
Top 25% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Hobbies & Interests
Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Straight answers
Heron Creek FAQs
Is Heron Creek a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich community with a golf-course setting inside North Port. With half of current listings offering pools and seven backing to water, there's genuine variety in lifestyle. The steady sales pace — 52 closings last year — points to a community people stay in.
Is Heron Creek expensive?+
It's a mid-market community, not a luxury one — the median list price is $482,000 and there are currently no listings above $1M. Prices range from about $279,800 to $679,999, so there's room for different budgets within the gates. Average price per square foot sits around $233.
What do homes cost in Heron Creek?+
The median list price is $482,000, and homes that sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $483,500. The typical home runs about 1,930 square feet at roughly $233 per square foot. You can see the full range on the live map.
How is the Heron Creek market right now?+
It's balanced and active, with 28 homes for sale and a median of 46 days on market. Sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price on average, which signals realistic pricing and room to negotiate. Fifty-two homes closed in the past year, a reliable pace for a community this size.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is $405 per month, which reflects the gated access and golf-course community amenities. Median property taxes run about $3,853 per year. Always confirm the exact HOA structure and what it covers for the specific home you're considering.
What schools serve Heron Creek?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Lamarque Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School, and North Port High School. School zones can change, so verify the assignment for any specific address with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
Is there new construction in Heron Creek?+
There are currently no new-construction listings active in Heron Creek — this is an established, built-out community. Buyers looking for a brand-new home will want to explore newer sections of North Port homes for sale instead. Within Heron Creek, the opportunity is in resale homes, many with pools and water views.
Are there waterfront or pool homes available?+
Yes — of the 28 active listings, 14 include a private pool and 7 back to water. That's a strong share for a community this size and a big part of the appeal here. Because those features move quickly, it helps to track new listings on the live map.
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