Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Village Green Forest Lake
Established Sarasota living close to the coast
Village Green Forest Lake sits within easy reach of everything that makes Sarasota homes for sale worth the search — the beaches of Lido Key, the culture around the Rosemary District, and the shaded, residential feel of neighborhoods like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores. It's a settled, quiet corner of the county where the streets feel lived-in rather than freshly built, and where day-to-day errands and coastal outings are both short drives away.
For buyers, this is a small, low-inventory pocket rather than a high-churn subdivision. Only five homes sold here over the past 12 months at a median of $260,000, and there are currently no active listings — so opportunities surface quietly and reward buyers who are ready to move when one does. Keep in mind that sellers here have been getting about 95% of their asking price, which tells you offers are fair but not fire-sale territory.
Village Green Forest Lake is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Village Green Forest Lake
Nothing active right now.
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The Village Green Forest Lake market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$260,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
33 days
Median time to sell
Village Green Forest Lake vs Sarasota
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 23.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Village Green Forest Lake boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Village Green Forest Lake is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
905
Median age
58
Median income
$80,448
Median home value
$322,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Village Green Forest Lake
Appearance oriented
Top 4% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Appearance oriented
Top 5% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Beliefs
Top 7% 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.
Active
Top 9% 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.
Attitudes
Top 15% 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.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Straight answers
Village Green Forest Lake FAQs
Is Village Green Forest Lake a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established residential area with easy access to Sarasota's beaches and cultural districts, including Lido Key and the Rosemary District. Families appreciate the assigned schools — Alta Vista Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High — and the settled, low-turnover feel of the streets. It suits buyers who want a calm home base near the coast without the pace of a new-build subdivision.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — it's one of the more approachable pockets in the area, with homes selling at a median of $260,000 over the past year. That's notably below the prices you'll find in Sarasota's waterfront and coastal communities. It's a practical entry point for buyers who want a Sarasota address without a coastal premium.
What do homes cost in Village Green Forest Lake?+
The median sold price over the last 12 months was $260,000 across five closings. There are currently no active listings, so exact pricing on the next home to come up will depend on its condition and size. Because inventory is thin, it helps to be ready to act quickly when something lists.
How is the market right now?+
It's a small, tight market — five homes sold in the past year and nothing is active at the moment. Sellers have been getting about 95% of their asking price, which points to reasonable, negotiated deals rather than bidding wars. Buyers should watch Sarasota listings closely and be prepared to move when a home appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Current HOA and property tax figures aren't available in the neighborhood's recent data set, so those should be confirmed on a per-home basis. When a listing comes up, we can pull the exact monthly HOA, annual tax amount, and any community rules before you write an offer. It's always worth verifying these numbers directly for the specific property you're considering.
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