Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Ashton Lakes
Easy Sarasota living with a manageable price tag
1
Homes for sale
$275,000
Median list price
$223
Avg price / sqft
75
Median days on market
Ashton Lakes is a maintenance-friendly community in southern Sarasota County, close enough to Gulf Gate that day-to-day errands, dining, and beach runs stay simple. Homes here tend to be right-sized — the median footprint runs about 1,232 square feet — which appeals to buyers who want less upkeep and more time. It's the kind of address that lets you keep one foot in the quiet neighborhood and the other in everything Sarasota does well.
The market here is tight and steady rather than frenzied: just one active listing at the moment, priced at $275,000, with 10 homes sold over the past year at the same median. Sellers are getting about 94% of asking, and homes take a median of 75 days to move — so there's room to negotiate but not to lowball. If you like the pace here but want beach or arts-district energy on weekends, Lido Key and the Rosemary District are both within an easy Sarasota drive.
Ashton Lakes is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$275,000 – $275K price range
1,232 sqft median home
$684/mo median HOA
$3,500/mo median rent
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Ashton Lakes
Every active listing inside the Ashton Lakes boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Ashton Lakes market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$275,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 days
Median time to sell
Ashton Lakes vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 29.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ashton Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Ashton Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ashton Lakes home
≈ $2,640/mo
$275,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$684/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
854
Median age
72
Median income
$53,524
Median home value
$287,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Ashton Lakes
Food & Drink
Top 1% in the U.S.Whiskey Business
Characterized by their appreciation for all things whiskey, this population enjoys the classy atmosphere of whiskey drinking and learning about different brands.
Food & Drink
Top 3% 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.
Relationships
Top 4% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Food & Drink
Top 18% 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 19% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Relationships
Top 19% 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.
Straight answers
Ashton Lakes FAQs
Is Ashton Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a low-maintenance Sarasota lifestyle without a big house to manage — the median home is about 1,232 square feet, and the HOA handles much of the upkeep. Assigned schools include Gulf Gate Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Riverview High, and beaches like Lido Key are a short drive away.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Sarasota standards. The median sold price over the past year was $275,000, and the single active listing is priced the same, which makes Ashton Lakes an accessible option compared to much of the county.
What do homes cost in Ashton Lakes?+
Recent sales and the current listing both sit at $275,000, working out to roughly $223 per square foot on a median home of about 1,232 square feet. Ten homes changed hands over the last 12 months at that median.
How is the market right now?+
It's slow and steady with limited supply — just one active listing against 10 sales in the past year. Homes take a median of 75 days to sell and close around 94% of asking, so buyers have some negotiating room without expecting deep discounts.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Plan on a median HOA of about $684 a month, which typically covers community and exterior maintenance. Median property taxes run roughly $3,561 a year, and if you're weighing renting instead, the median rent is around $3,500 a month.
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