Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Forest Lakes
Established Sarasota living with room to breathe
8
Homes for sale
$177,000
Median list price
$199
Avg price / sqft
36
Median days on market
Forest Lakes sits in the heart of Sarasota, a mature residential pocket where established landscaping and quiet streets set the tone. It's the kind of place that puts you within easy reach of the coast and the culture — the beaches at Lido Key, the walkable energy of the Rosemary District, and the neighborhood feel of Arlington Park are all part of the same orbit. For buyers who want to be close to everything without paying peak coastal prices, this corner of the county earns a serious look.
The market here is compact and value-driven. With just 9 active listings and a median list price of $193,000, Forest Lakes leans toward attainable — though the price range stretches to $610,000, reflecting a genuine mix of homes. Sellers are averaging 94% of asking and homes take a median of 47 days to sell, so there's room to negotiate but no reason to stall on the right property.
Forest Lakes is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$150,000 – $595K price range
1,260 sqft median home
$518/mo median HOA
$9,000/mo median rent
23 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Lakes
$189,000
2448 CLUBHOUSE DRIVE UNIT 202, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,013 sqft
$160,000
2536 CLUBHOUSE CIRCLE UNIT 202, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,059 sqft
$524,900
3681 DIVOT LANE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,647 sqft
$595,000$610,000
4308 PASADENA CIRCLE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,030 sqft
$165,000$175,000
2223 BENEVA TERRACE UNIT 2222, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 966 sqft
$159,000
2507 BENEVA ROAD UNIT 5, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$499,000$510,000
4322 PASADENA COURT, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,237 sqft
$150,000$159,900
2507 BENEVA ROAD UNIT 10, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes market
23
Sold, last 12 months
$265,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
82 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 29.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Lakes home
≈ $1,853/mo
$177,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$518/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$9,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
300
Median age
58
Median income
$81,648
Median home value
$243,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes
Active
Top 7% 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.
Active
Top 7% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Food & Drink
Top 11% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Beliefs
Top 11% in the U.S.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.
Relationships
Top 15% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.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
Forest Lakes FAQs
Is Forest Lakes a good place to live?+
It's an established Sarasota neighborhood that trades big-name prestige for practicality and location. You're a short drive from the beaches at Lido Key and downtown Sarasota, with quiet residential streets and mature landscaping close to home. It suits buyers who want proximity to the coast without the coastal price tag.
Is Forest Lakes expensive?+
Not by Sarasota standards. The median list price is $193,000 and the average sits around $200 per square foot, which makes it one of the more affordable pockets in the area. That said, listings run all the way up to $610,000, so there's a range depending on size and features.
What do homes cost in Forest Lakes?+
Active listings currently range from $150,000 to $610,000, with a median list price of $193,000 and a median home size of about 1,264 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 24 homes sold at a median price of $345,000. The gap between list and sold medians reflects the mix of condos and larger single-family homes trading here.
How is the market in Forest Lakes right now?+
It's a small, steady market with just 9 active listings and 24 sales over the past year. Homes take a median of 47 days to sell and sellers are averaging 94% of their asking price, which points to measured, negotiable conditions rather than a frenzy. Buyers who move deliberately have room to make a smart offer.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee runs about $510 per month, which is common for communities with shared amenities and maintenance. Median property taxes come in around $2,564 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and tax figures for any individual home, since they vary by community and assessed value.
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