Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Forest Lakes Country Club Estates
Established living near everything that makes Sarasota tick
1
Homes for sale
$1,499,000
Median list price
$507
Avg price / sqft
6
Median days on market
Forest Lakes Country Club Estates sits in the comfortable middle of Sarasota, close enough to downtown and the beaches that daily life never feels like a commute. Homes here lean toward space over flash — the typical property runs just under 3,000 square feet — and the area's mature streets attract buyers who want room without giving up proximity to Arlington Park, the Rosemary District, and the sand at Lido Key.
The market here is tight and moves fast. Only one home is active right now, listed at $1,499,000, while the 12 sales over the past year closed at a median of $483,725 — a reminder that this neighborhood spans a wide range of homes. With a median of just six days on market and sellers collecting about 97% of asking, serious buyers should come ready. Browse the broader pool of Sarasota homes for sale if you want more options while you wait for the right fit.
Forest Lakes Country Club Estates is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,499,000 – $1.5M price range
2,957 sqft median home
$6,000/mo median rent
12 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Lakes Country Club Estates
Every active listing inside the Forest Lakes Country Club Estates boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes Country Club Estates market
12
Sold, last 12 months
$483,725
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
9 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes Country Club Estates vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 10.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes Country Club Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Lakes Country Club Estates 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 Country Club Estates home
≈ $8,598/mo
$1,499,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$6,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
420
Median age
59
Median income
$83,637
Median home value
$434,713
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes Country Club Estates
Attitudes
Top 2% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Food & Drink
Top 5% in the U.S.Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Lifestyles
Top 6% in the U.S.Hipster
This population swims against the tide of mainstream culture. Common interests include old music, antiques, and alternative diets (i.e., veganism).
Entertainment
Top 7% in the U.S.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
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.
Emotional
Top 7% 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.
Straight answers
Forest Lakes Country Club Estates FAQs
Is Forest Lakes Country Club Estates a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for buyers who want established, roomy homes within quick reach of downtown Sarasota and the beaches. The central location puts you close to Arlington Park and Lido Key, and homes feed well-known schools including Wilkinson Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It spans a wide range — the single active listing is priced at $1,499,000, while the 12 homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $483,725. That gap means your budget matters a lot, and inventory can swing between entry-level and luxury depending on timing.
What do homes cost in Forest Lakes Country Club Estates?+
Recent sales landed at a median of $483,725, while current pricing averages about $507 per square foot on a median home size near 2,957 square feet. For comparison shopping across the city, the full list of Sarasota homes for sale gives you more context on value.
How is the market right now?+
It's fast and low on inventory, with just one active listing and a median of six days on market. Sellers have been averaging 97% of asking over the past year, so buyers should have financing and expectations lined up before touring.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median property tax here runs about $5,877 per year, and HOA data isn't currently available for the neighborhood. If renting is on your radar, the median rent sits around $6,000 per month.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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