Sarasota Maintenance-Free Communities
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There are numerous Sarasota maintenance-free communities to consider. “Maintenance-free” is a tricky home search to perform however due to the way properties are listed. Some communities refer to themselves as “maintenance-free” when the association manages the lawn and landscaping maintenance only. Other communities that are listed as “maintenance-free” include roof maintenance and replacement, exterior painting after a certain amount of years, etc. Obviously, monthly maintenance fees will range widely depending on which type of Sarasota maintenance free homes for sale a buyer is considering. Read more
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Pros:
- No outdoor yard word hassles
- Expenses are controlled by HOA management
Considerations:
- Less choice on the service provider
Lifestyle:
- HOA fees are typically higher but depending on selection of amenities
Shopping:
- Most maintenance-free communities are very convenient to shopping
- Three malls located in Sarasota
- BJ’s Wholesale Club and Walmart Supercenters, and Costco are located within Sarasota
Beach:
- Siesta Key Beach is a hotspot
Downtown:
- Plenty of arts, theater, and cultural events
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There is no easy way to differentiate the different types of maintenance-free communities, therefore, the best advice is to consult a real estate agent who is familiar with the different Sarasota 55+ communities and Sarasota maintenance-free communities to help narrow down the choices.
We often show homes in Lakeridge Falls and Cascades to buyers looking for homes with little maintenance required. Roofs are still the responsibility of the homeowner, however lawn care is provided, and both communities have a nice range of amenities and social activities. Please contact us to discuss your maintenance-free home search for the Sarasota area. We are happy to help you!

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Frequently Asked Questions
Maintenance-free living refers to a community in which the residents do not need to perform yard work such as mowing, edging, and trimming of community landscape.
There is not a clear answer for all communities. For condos, exterior painting is covered in the condo fees. For single family home maintenance-free neighborhoods, exterior painting may or may not be covered. A buyer should check the HOA documents to verify. More often than not, painting is not covered in the HOA fees.
Not necessarily. In condos, roof replacement is included in the condo fees. In single family home neighborhoods, “maintenance-free” often refers to exterior yard maintenance only. In some communities which have shared wall villas, roof replacement might be covered in the HOA fees. However, it is rare to find a single-family home community which includes roof covered in HOA fees.
Public MLS listings are not a very reliable source for this information. It is best to contact an experienced Realtor who can help collect this information.
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