Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Palm Lakes
Attainable Sarasota living close to the coast
10
Homes for sale
$279,900
Median list price
$209
Avg price / sqft
71
Median days on market
Palm Lakes sits in the heart of Sarasota County, close enough to reach the Gulf beaches at Lido Key, the leafy streets of Arlington Park, and the walkable energy of the Rosemary District. It's a practical, residential pocket where homes run modest in size and the day-to-day is easy — the kind of place you actually live rather than just visit.
For buyers, this is one of the more accessible corners of the Sarasota market. With eight active listings and a median list price of $267,450, entry points here sit well below much of the region. Homes are taking around 42 days to sell and sellers are collecting about 94% of asking, so there's room to negotiate without a bidding war.
Palm Lakes is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$150,000 – $475K price range
1,273 sqft median home
$484/mo median HOA
$1,825/mo median rent
16 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Palm Lakes
$475,000
3048 SAVAGE ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,938 sqft
$259,900
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 408, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,090 sqft
$150,000
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 207, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$332,999
7751 33RD STREET E, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft
$394,900$399,000
7707 33RD STREET E, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,729 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
$235,000$250,000
7461 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 203, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,090 sqft
$310,000$350,000
7354 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,456 sqft
$224,900$242,500
7193 W COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE N UNIT 237, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 909 sqft
Every active listing inside the Palm Lakes boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Palm Lakes market
16
Sold, last 12 months
$204,000
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
64 days
Median time to sell
Palm Lakes vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 7.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Palm Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Palm Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Palm Lakes home
≈ $2,418/mo
$279,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$484/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,825/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
304
Median age
45
Median income
$16,877
Median home value
$128,783
Beyond the listings
Living in Palm Lakes
Food & Drink
Top 13% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 15% 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 18% 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 23% in the U.S.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.
Food & Drink
Top 24% in the U.S.Asian Food & Culture
Asian culture has a lot to offer, but the Asian cuisine tends to be the most frequently referenced. This population is talking about Asian dishes, holidays, and drinks.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Straight answers
Palm Lakes FAQs
Is Palm Lakes a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want Sarasota access without Sarasota's coastal prices — you're a manageable drive from Lido Key's beaches and downtown. Homes are assigned to Gulf Gate Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Riverview High, and the neighborhood keeps a quiet, residential feel.
Is Palm Lakes expensive?+
No — it's on the affordable end for the area, with a median list price of $267,450 and active homes ranging from $150,000 to $399,000. That's a notable contrast to pricier nearby pockets like Arlington Park.
What do homes cost in Palm Lakes?+
The median list price is $267,450 and homes average about $202 per square foot on a typical 1,273-square-foot floor plan. Over the last 12 months, 17 homes sold at a median of $205,000, so closed prices tend to land below list.
How is the market right now?+
There are 8 active listings and homes are taking a median of 42.5 days to sell. Sellers are averaging 94% of their asking price, which gives buyers real negotiating room compared to hotter Sarasota submarkets.
What about HOA fees and taxes?+
The median HOA here runs about $484 per month, and median property taxes are around $2,644 per year. If you'd rather rent first, the median rent sits near $2,350 per month.
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