Homes for sale · University Park, FloridaVirginia Water
Gated living in the heart of University Park
2
Homes for sale
$900,000
Median list price
$370
Avg price / sqft
3
Median days on market
Virginia Water sits inside the manicured, master-planned world of University Park homes for sale, where gated enclaves and mature landscaping set a calm, residential tone. The neighborhood's pocket of communities — Hampton Green, Wentworth, Mote Ranch Village and Stanhope Gate — gives you spacious single-family homes with pools and water views, zoned to Braden River High School. It's a quiet, grown-up corner of Manatee County, close to Sarasota but never frantic.
The market here is thin and fast-moving: just 2 active listings with a median list price of $900,000, and homes are going under contract in a median of 2 days. Over the last 12 months 8 homes sold at a median of $649,945, with sellers collecting about 96% of asking. Low inventory means serious buyers should come ready to move — and lean on the live map to catch new listings early.
Virginia Water is a community in University Park, Florida.
Quick facts
$700,000 – $1.1M price range
2,425 sqft median home
$690/mo median HOA
$4,575/mo median rent
8 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Virginia Water
$1,100,000
7127 PRESTWICK COURT, UNIVERSITY PARK
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,922 sqft
$700,000
6726 VIRGINIA XING, UNIVERSITY PARK
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,928 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Virginia Water market
8
Sold, last 12 months
$649,945
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
46 days
Median time to sell
Virginia Water vs University Park
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Virginia Water boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Virginia Water is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Virginia Water home
≈ $6,451/mo
$900,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$690/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$4,575/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
713
Median age
75
Median income
$125,625
Median home value
$683,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Virginia Water
Appearance oriented
Top 11% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Active
Top 12% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Active
Top 14% 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 21% 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.
Attitudes
Top 25% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Appearance oriented
All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Straight answers
Virginia Water FAQs
Is Virginia Water a good place to live?+
It's a settled, gated community within University Park, favored by buyers who want space, pools, and a quiet residential setting near Sarasota. Families appreciate being zoned to Braden River High School, and Downtown Tampa is about 58 minutes away for occasional commutes.
Is Virginia Water expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the upper end of the Manatee County market, with a median list price of $900,000 and listings ranging from $700,000 to $1,100,000. Sold prices over the past year ran lower at a median of $649,945, so there's room to negotiate on the right home.
What do homes cost in Virginia Water?+
Expect to pay around $370 per square foot for a home of roughly 2,425 square feet. Current active listings span $700,000 to $1,100,000, with one home in the $1M+ tier — you can compare them on Mote Ranch Village and neighboring enclaves.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and quick. With only 2 active listings and a median of 2 days on market, homes move fast, and the 8 sales over the last 12 months closed at about 96% of asking — so pricing and preparation matter for both sides.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Plan for a median HOA of about $690 per month, which reflects the gated, amenity-heavy nature of these communities. Property taxes run around $9,705 per year at current price levels.
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