Homes for sale · North Port, FloridaLakeside Plantation
Amenity-rich living in southwest Florida's growth corridor
20
Homes for sale
$304,500
Median list price
$176
Avg price / sqft
56
Median days on market
Lakeside Plantation is a planned community in North Port built around lakes and a central amenity hub, where single-family homes and attached residences sit among winding streets and water views. A handful of waterfront homes and a sociable, HOA-run clubhouse set the tone — this suits buyers who want maintained grounds and shared amenities over sprawling private acreage.
The market here moves at a measured pace: 20 homes are active with a median list price of $304,500, while the 41 sales over the past year closed at a median of $250,000. Sellers are getting about 96% of asking and homes take a median of 55.5 days to sell, so there's room to negotiate without a frenzy. Nearby communities like Atwater and Cranberry Fields give you a sense of how North Port's newer corridors compare on price and age.
Lakeside Plantation is a community in North Port, Florida.
Quick facts
$210,000 – $365K price range
1,608 sqft median home
$170/mo median HOA
$3,500/mo median rent
41 sold in 12 months
Living in Lakeside Plantation
Lakeside Plantation is a planned community in North Port, in southern Sarasota County, built around a network of lakes with a shared amenity center at its core. The layout favors connection — winding residential streets, water views, and a clubhouse that gives the neighborhood a sociable feel. It's the kind of place that works for buyers who want the ease of maintained grounds and community amenities rather than the responsibility of large private lots.
North Port itself has been one of the fastest-growing parts of southwest Florida, drawing families, remote workers and retirees with its mix of newer housing and relative affordability. Lakeside Plantation fits that story: an established, amenity-rich pocket within a city still filling in around it. The vibe is practical and quiet, closer to suburban than resort.
The community suits a wide range of buyers — first-time owners, down-sizers and investors alike — largely because the price point stays attainable and the homes are sized for easy living. If you want a Florida address with lakes, shared amenities and a short drive to the Gulf Coast's larger towns, this is a sensible place to start looking at North Port homes for sale.
Neighborhoods and communities in Lakeside Plantation
Within and around this part of North Port, several notable communities give buyers useful points of comparison. Atwater and Chamberlain are among the nearby names worth knowing as you map out the broader area and how pricing shifts from one pocket to the next.
Newer corridors like Cranberry Fields and North Port Gardens tend to feature more recent construction, which can mean different HOA structures, home ages and layouts than you'll find in an established community. Comparing these side by side helps you understand whether you're paying for newness, amenities, or location.
Lakeside Plantation's own appeal rests on its lake-centered design and the shared facilities that come with it. Four of the current active listings are waterfront, so if a water view matters to you, it's worth acting decisively when one of those homes comes up. Browse the full picture on the live map to see how inventory is distributed.
Homes for sale in Lakeside Plantation: prices and housing
The current market shows 20 active listings with a median list price of $304,500, ranging from $210,000 to $364,900. The average price works out to roughly $176 per square foot, and the median home measures 1,608 square feet — compact, efficient floor plans rather than oversized estates. Over the past 12 months, 41 homes sold at a median price of $250,000.
The gap between the median list and median sold price reflects a market where buyers have some negotiating room. Sellers are netting about 96% of asking on average, and homes take a median of 55.5 days to sell. That pace is neither frantic nor stagnant, which rewards buyers who come prepared but don't need to overpay.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $170/month, which funds the community's shared amenities and grounds, and the median property tax is roughly $5,173 per year. There are no active $1M+, gated, golf or 55+ listings here, and no new construction among current inventory — this is an established community, so expect resale homes with the character and value that come with that.
Schools in Lakeside Plantation
The most commonly assigned schools for this community are Toledo Blade Elementary School, Woodland Middle School and North Port High School, all part of the Sarasota County school district.
School assignments are tied to specific addresses and can change between years, so treat these as a starting point rather than a guarantee. Before you commit to a home, confirm the exact zoning with Sarasota County Schools for that property.
If school choice or specialty programs matter to your family, the district's enrollment resources are the authoritative place to check current boundaries, capacity and any open-enrollment options.
Getting around Lakeside Plantation
Specific drive times aren't part of the data here, but North Port sits along southwest Florida's Gulf Coast corridor, with regional travel generally organized around U.S. 41 (the Tamiami Trail) and Interstate 75. Those routes connect the city northward toward Venice and Sarasota and southward toward the Port Charlotte and Fort Myers areas.
Within the community, the street layout is residential and low-traffic, which keeps everyday movement easy. As with most of North Port, day-to-day life assumes you'll drive — plan for a car-based routine for commuting, shopping and errands.
For the most accurate commute estimates, test the specific route from a home you're considering to your workplace or the places you visit most, since times vary meaningfully across the city's wide footprint.
Is Lakeside Plantation a good place to live?
For the right buyer, the answer is yes. The draw is a planned, lake-centered community with shared amenities, attainable pricing — a $250,000 median sold price and a $304,500 median list — and a steady, negotiable market where sellers get about 96% of asking over a median 55.5 days. If you value maintained grounds and a sociable neighborhood feel, it delivers.
The trade-offs are worth naming. There's an HOA (median $170/month) and property taxes near $5,173 a year, and the homes are modest in size at a median 1,608 square feet. There's no new construction, no gated or golf product, and no luxury tier here — so buyers wanting the newest finishes or a large private lot will want to look at other North Port corridors.
On balance, Lakeside Plantation is a dependable, value-oriented choice in a growing part of Sarasota County. Pair it with a close look at nearby communities and the current North Port homes for sale to decide whether the amenities and water views here justify the HOA relative to your alternatives.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lakeside Plantation
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$210,000
2349 FELICITY PLACE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,446 sqft
$229,000
1257 JONAH DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,466 sqft
$269,900
2491 COTTONWOOD LANE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,492 sqft
$299,000
2484 MAGNOLIA CIRCLE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,471 sqft
$314,900
1520 SCARLETT AVENUE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,647 sqft
$274,900$279,900
1935 SCARLETT AVENUE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,448 sqft
$245,000$249,000
2332 ROSEWOOD LANE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,608 sqft
$364,900$367,900
2386 PECAN DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,400 sqft
$325,000$334,900
1550 SCARLETT AVENUE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,851 sqft
$339,900
1796 SCARLETT AVENUE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,925 sqft
$219,900$225,000
1073 JONAH DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,446 sqft
$314,500$324,900
1578 SCARLETT AVENUE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,696 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lakeside Plantation market
41
Sold, last 12 months
$250,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
26 days
Median time to sell
Lakeside Plantation vs North Port
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 26.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lakeside Plantation boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lakeside Plantation is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lakeside Plantation home
≈ $2,415/mo
$304,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$170/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,430
Median age
43
Median income
$97,664
Median home value
$293,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Lakeside Plantation
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Lifestyles
Top 2% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Emotional
Top 3% in the U.S.Heartfelt Sharing
This population is characterized by vulnerability. Looking to unload emotional burdens, activities include confessions, apologies, and long-form posts.
Food & Drink
Top 4% in the U.S.Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Emotional
Top 8% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Straight answers
Lakeside Plantation FAQs
Is Lakeside Plantation a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for buyers who want a planned community with lakes, shared amenities and maintained grounds rather than isolated acreage. The HOA structure keeps the neighborhood tidy, and the price point stays attainable. It's part of the broader North Port market, which has grown quickly across Sarasota County's southern corridor.
Is Lakeside Plantation expensive?+
No — it sits in the mid-market for the area, with a median list price of $304,500 and a median sold price of $250,000 over the past year. There are no $1M+ listings currently active. Compared with waterfront and gated enclaves elsewhere in the region, it's an accessible entry point.
What do homes cost in Lakeside Plantation?+
Active listings range from $210,000 to $364,900 with a median of $304,500, and the average price is about $176 per square foot. The median home is 1,608 sqft. You can browse current inventory on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and unhurried — 20 homes are active, and 41 sold over the past 12 months. Homes take a median of 55.5 days to sell and sellers net about 96% of asking, so buyers have realistic room to negotiate.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is $170/month, which supports the community's shared amenities and grounds. The median property tax runs about $5,173 per year. Always confirm the exact HOA dues and what they cover for the specific home you're considering.
What schools serve Lakeside Plantation?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Toledo Blade Elementary School, Woodland Middle School and North Port High School. School zones can change, so verify the current assignment with Sarasota County Schools for the exact address.
Is there new construction in Lakeside Plantation?+
There are no new-construction homes among the current active listings here — it's an established community. For newer inventory, nearby North Port corridors such as Cranberry Fields and North Port Gardens are worth comparing.
Can I rent in Lakeside Plantation?+
The median rent in the area is about $3,500/month, which gives a sense of the rental market for those exploring options before buying or considering an investment. Check the HOA's leasing rules before planning to rent out a home, as planned communities often set restrictions.
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