Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony
Affordable Sarasota living with room to breathe
19
Homes for sale
$259,900
Median list price
$212
Avg price / sqft
118
Median days on market
Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony sits in the northeast corner of the Sarasota area, a low-key residential pocket where modest single-story homes on generous lots draw buyers who want space without the coastal price tag. It's a practical, unpretentious place — closer in feel to neighborhoods like Sky Ranch than to the polished streets of Arlington Park, and a straightforward drive from the beaches of Lido Key and the restaurants of the Rosemary District.
For buyers, this is one of the more attainable entries into the wider Sarasota market, with a median list price of $259,900 and 19 homes currently active. Sixty-five homes sold over the past year at a median of $280,000, and sellers are averaging 95% of asking — a balanced market where well-priced homes move but buyers still have leverage. With a median of 56 days on market, there's time to shop carefully rather than bid in a panic.
Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$150,000 – $879K price range
1,369 sqft median home
$523/mo median HOA
$3,000/mo median rent
66 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony
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$615,000$645,000
5121 PALM AIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,831 sqft
$249,500
5513 PALM AIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,369 sqft
$259,900
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 408, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,090 sqft
$349,700
5624 PALM AIRE DRIVE UNIT V105, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,798 sqft
$150,000
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 207, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$599,000
5211 INVERNESS DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,793 sqft
$879,000
5476 GOLF POINTE DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,872 sqft
$229,900$240,000
6999 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 123, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,118 sqft
$299,900
7102 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,768 sqft
$155,000$160,000
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 402, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,090 sqft
$215,000
7130 FAIRWAY BEND LANE UNIT 291, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,118 sqft
$235,000$250,000
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 203, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,090 sqft
Every active listing inside the Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony market
66
Sold, last 12 months
$295,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
97 days
Median time to sell
Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 22.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
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Schools Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony home
≈ $2,354/mo
$259,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$523/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,543
Median age
54
Median income
$76,163
Median home value
$384,121
Beyond the listings
Living in Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony
Active
Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Active
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.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony FAQs
Is Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want an affordable, quiet residential neighborhood in the Sarasota area with more lot space than you'd find closer to the coast. Families are drawn to the assigned Braden River schools, and the location keeps beaches and downtown Sarasota within reach without paying waterfront prices.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets of Sarasota, with a median list price of $259,900 and homes selling at a median of $280,000 over the past year. Listings currently range from $150,000 up to $879,000, so there's genuine variety across budgets.
What do homes cost in Desoto Lakes Country Club Colony?+
Expect to pay around $217 per square foot for a home that runs about 1,369 square feet at the median. The 19 active listings span $150,000 to $879,000, covering everything from compact starter homes to larger properties.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and unhurried — the median home takes 56 days to sell, and sellers are averaging 95% of their asking price. With 65 sales over the past 12 months, there's steady turnover but enough inventory to let buyers negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $523 per month and the median property tax is roughly $3,024 per year. If you're considering renting instead, the median rent in the area sits around $3,000 per month.
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