Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Forest Lakes
Central Sarasota living with room to breathe
7
Homes for sale
$193,000
Median list price
$193
Avg price / sqft
56
Median days on market
Forest Lakes sits in the heart of Sarasota, close enough to reach the beaches, the arts scene, and everyday errands without a long haul. It's a quieter, established residential pocket where you get established landscaping, a couple of gated enclaves, and easy access to the energy of the Rosemary District and the beach days waiting out on Lido Key.
For buyers, the market here is small and moves at a measured pace. There are just 7 active listings with a median list price of $193,000, while homes that actually sold over the past year closed at a median of $428,000 — a reminder that condos and single-family homes here span a wide range. Homes sit for a median of 54 days and sellers are getting about 94% of asking, so there's room to negotiate if you're patient and precise. Compared to nearby Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, the entry points here can be notably more accessible.
Forest Lakes is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$150,000 – $525K price range
1,264 sqft median home
$510/mo median HOA
$9,000/mo median rent
25 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Lakes
$524,900
3681 DIVOT LANE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,647 sqft
$165,000$175,000
2223 BENEVA TERRACE UNIT 2222, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 966 sqft
$159,000
2507 BENEVA ROAD UNIT 5, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$430,000$450,000
3644 TIN CUP BOULEVARD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,837 sqft
$510,000$525,000
4322 PASADENA COURT, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,237 sqft
$150,000$159,900
2507 BENEVA ROAD UNIT 10, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$193,000$199,900
2446 CLUBHOUSE CIRCLE UNIT 202, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,264 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes market
25
Sold, last 12 months
$428,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
79 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 29.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Lakes home
≈ $1,951/mo
$193,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$510/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$9,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
300
Median age
58
Median income
$81,648
Median home value
$243,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes
Active
Top 7% 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 7% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 11% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Beliefs
Top 11% 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.
Relationships
Top 15% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Straight answers
Forest Lakes FAQs
Is Forest Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a solid pick if you want a central, established Sarasota address with quieter streets and quick access to the beaches and downtown. Homes feed into Wilkinson Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High School, and you're a short drive from the Gulf beaches of Lido Key. The pace is residential rather than flashy, which suits buyers who value convenience over spectacle.
Is Forest Lakes expensive?+
It's more approachable than much of coastal Sarasota, with a median list price of $193,000 and active listings starting around $150,000. That said, single-family homes push the range up to $524,900, and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $428,000 — so pricing depends heavily on the property type you're after.
What do homes cost in Forest Lakes?+
Current active listings run from $150,000 to $524,900 with a median list of $193,000, and the average price works out to about $193 per square foot on a median home size of 1,264 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 25 homes sold at a median price of $428,000, reflecting the mix of condos and larger single-family homes in the area.
How is the market in Forest Lakes?+
It's a small, steady market with 7 active listings and a median of 54 days on market. Sellers are averaging about 94% of their asking price, so there's genuine room to negotiate — a patient buyer can find a deal here without rushing.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $510 per month, which typically reflects condo or gated-community upkeep, and median property taxes come in around $2,564 per year. Always confirm the specific dues and what they cover on any listing, since the range of property types here means fees vary property to property.
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