Residents enjoy all the benefits of life in Lakewood Ranch — because a move to this award-winning community comes with so much more than a new home. Lakewood Ranch’s visionaries set out to build a community that fosters a sense of place and belonging. From day one, Lakewood Ranch was meant to embody the values of ranch life – a respect for the land, the importance of community and a commitment to fulfilling every promise.
Today, 30 years after breaking ground on its first home, Lakewood Ranch is proud to see a community that is home to people of all ages and life stages. Residents come together for events, clubs and charitable endeavors, as well as to support each other through lifelong learning and other pursuits. At 50 square miles across both Manatee and Sarasota counties, Lakewood Ranch is the size of a town – large enough to offer the conveniences of a stress-free everyday while access to nature, shopping, dining and other services makes every moment downright enjoyable.
Don’t miss these great opportunities to live in America’s favorite place to call home.
1.New homes. New villages.
Families big and small, first-time buyers and empty-nesters alike have the choices here to buy a home that’s right for them at any stage of their lives. With more than 15 unique, actively-selling villages to choose between from gated to non-gated, age-restricted, townhome to multi-generational, there is a new home option for all tastes, preferences and needs.
The Homefinder tool can help prospective homebuyers narrow down builder and product offerings to find floorplans and villages that fit within the their parameters and price range. New homes start in the $300s and go to over $2 million.
2. Life in the Tampa Bay area
Yes, there’s plenty of sunshine here in the Sunshine State, but life in Lakewood Ranch offers proximity to a wealth of cultural activities as well. Residents can enjoy fine art, pulse-pounding pro sports, shopping and, of course, unrivaled white-sand beaches all within easy travel distance.
From the clear blue waters of Siesta Key to the home ice of one of pro hockey’s top teams in Tampa, shopping at St. Armand’s Circle to the museums and performance art of Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch residents can take full advantage of life on Florida’s “Cultural Coast.”
3. Events and traditions
It’s easy to celebrate life’s day-to-day moments as well as once-in-a-lifetime experiences at Lakewood Ranch. Over 300 annual events include favorites like Ranch Nite Wednesdays, Music on Main, Sights + Sounds, and Lightning Watch Parties that bring community members together over and over again. A robust club roster and wonderful philanthropic groups combined with inclusive lifestyle programming remain one of the top reasons so many people have chosen to make Lakewood Ranch their home.
4. Body, mind and spirit
Our overall health and happiness are undeniably tied to where and how we live. That’s why Lakewood Ranch was built with well-being in mind.
From active recreation and social clubs, to organic food and medical services, to faith-based communities and charitable organizations — there’s a support system in place here to keep you and your family living your healthiest, most satisfied lives.
5. The nature of Florida living
An award-winning lifestyle wouldn’t be complete without the great outdoors. The benefits of quality time outside are well-known; moving here means you’ll enjoy them as often as you wish.
With approximately 40% of acreage designated for open space and recreation, community parks and 150+ miles of trails, you’re bound to find something new to explore around every bend. Lakewood Ranch parks feature a variety of sports courts and activities, while the trail network changes from wide-open vistas to shaded oak hammocks through neighborhoods, town centers and natural areas.
6. Shopping and dining
A great meal and a little retail therapy are just around any corner at Lakewood Ranch. From casual to upscale dining, cafes, gas and grocery, beauty services and fitness and specialty shops, your destination is never far from home. 300 shops and eateries are spread across three town centers and multiple neighborhood plazas with more soon to open.
7. A sporting culture
In addition to a love of pro sports, friendly competition is a big part of life at Lakewood Ranch. Any day of the week, you’ll find friends and neighbors cheering on youth soccer at Premier Sports Campus, tailgating at the polo fields, or on the links at one of nine golf courses, including public, semi-private and private.
Book an appointment online or in-person at the Lakewood Ranch Information Center on Main Street. Meet with a Lakewood Ranch Community Specialist to learn more about what’s made this master-planned community in the Tampa Bay area the No. 1 all-ages community in the U.S. for six years running.
