Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lakewood
A quiet Sarasota address close to the coast
1
Homes for sale
$1,370,000
Median list price
$644
Avg price / sqft
115
Median days on market
Lakewood sits in Sarasota County within easy reach of the culture and coastline that define this stretch of the Gulf Coast. It's a small, low-key pocket for buyers who want proximity to Sarasota's beaches and neighborhoods like Lido Key and the arts scene around the Rosemary District without the density of the city core. Homes here trend larger and more private, and the area's calm feels a world away from downtown even though it isn't far.
The market is genuinely thin right now — there's just one active listing, priced at $1,370,000, so serious buyers should track new inventory closely and be ready to move. Over the past year only three homes sold, at a median of $885,000, with sellers netting about 95% of asking. If a Lakewood home checks your boxes, expect competition to be limited but options to be limited too; it pays to widen your search across Sarasota homes for sale while you wait for the right fit.
Lakewood is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,370,000 – $1.4M price range
2,126 sqft median home
$3,300/mo median rent
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lakewood
Every active listing inside the Lakewood boundary
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Browse Lakewood
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Lakewood market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$885,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
91 days
Median time to sell
Lakewood vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 6.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lakewood boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lakewood is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lakewood home
≈ $7,894/mo
$1,370,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$3,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
555
Median age
47
Median income
$166,734
Median home value
$720,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Lakewood
Active
Top 8% 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 10% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 17% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Attitudes
Top 18% 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.
Entertainment
Top 18% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 19% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Straight answers
Lakewood FAQs
Is Lakewood a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quieter Sarasota setting with quick access to the coast and the city's cultural core. Homes lean larger and more private, and the area is assigned to Riverview High School, Sarasota Middle School, and Lakeview Elementary School. It's better for people who value calm over walkable downtown energy.
Is Lakewood expensive?+
It runs toward the upper end of the Sarasota market. The one active listing is priced at $1,370,000, while homes sold over the past year came in at a median of $885,000 — so recent sales have been well below current asking. Comparing with the broader Sarasota homes for sale can help you gauge value.
What do homes cost in Lakewood?+
The single active listing sits at $1,370,000, or about $644 per square foot for 2,126 square feet. Actual sales tell a different story: the median sold price over the last 12 months was $885,000 across three transactions. The gap between list and sold prices is worth weighing before you offer.
How is the Lakewood market right now?+
It's very thin, with just one home currently active and only three sales in the past year. Homes take time to move — the median is about 115 days on market — and sellers are getting roughly 95% of their asking price. Expect limited choice and room to negotiate when the right home appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no HOA figure reported for the current inventory here, which points to properties without mandatory association dues. Property taxes run around $5,595 per year based on recent data. If you're weighing a rental instead, the median rent in the area is about $3,300 per month.
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