Bay Acres Homes For Sale | Osprey, FL
Bay Acres Community Guide
Bay Acres in Osprey, built 1952-2023: voluntary HOA.
Bay Acres Real Estate in Osprey, FL
Bay Acres homes for sale sit West of the Trail in Osprey, a neighborhood of roughly 97 homes dating back to 1955 through present. Tropical landscaping runs throughout, and the mix pulls in both families and retirees, old Florida charm sitting right next to newer bayfront construction with direct water access.
No HOA restrictions here, so residents park boats, trailers, and RVs freely. A private 12-slip community boat basin, kayak launch, and waterfront park overlook Little Sarasota Bay and Casey Key, with no bridges standing between you and the Gulf. Nokomis Beach, the Legacy Trail, and historic downtown Venice are all close by, and downtown Sarasota runs about 20 minutes north.
Key Facts:
| Price Range: | $400k-$5.4M |
| Year Built: | 1952 – 2023 |
| Size (Sq. Ft.): | 1,760 – 4,893 |
| Min. Lease: | 1 Month |
| Leases/ Year: | 12 |
| Gated: | ✖ No |
| Pool: | ✖ No |
| Fences: | ✔ Yes |
| Golf Course: | ✖ No |
| CDD Fee: | ✖ No |
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Amenities Includes:
None.
Community Fee Includes:
None.
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Additional Bay Acres Neighborhood Information
The Bay Acres home ownerโs association is voluntary, and billed annually. The community offers access to kayak and paddleboard launch and a waterfront park perfect for birdwatching, picnics and sunset gatherings. There is an annual fee for kayak storage and boat docks that accommodate up to a 21โ vessel is available on a first come first serve basis. The boat basin with slips accommodate a 21โ vessel. If boat slips are not available, residents may opt for Blackburn Point Parkโs boat launch located nearby.
Bay acres is conveniently located to Oscar Shearer Park, Nokomis Beach to enjoy the surf and sand and Legacy Trail with its 10mile trail for biking, walking and jogging. Historic downtown Venice with its many special store and restaurants make for a great afternoon of shopping. Beach lovers will enjoy the surf and sun on Casey Keyโs Nokomis Beach and the silky sands of Siesta Key. Downtown Sarasota is great for parks, marina, entertainment, art venues, theaters, trendy shops, casual and fine dining. Pineview for gifted children is only minutes away.
Bay Acres homes are located in a prime location for scenic views, beaches and exceptional Florida living.
Bay Acres Real Estate
Bay Acres is about 97 homes, built between 1952 – present.
No, Bay Acres does not have a community pool.
No, Bay Acres is not a gated community.
No, homeowners are responsible for their own yard care.
No, Bay Acres does not have a CDD. (CDD stands for “Community Development District”. It is an additional tax assessment included on a property’s annual real estate tax bill, which pays for the initial and ongoing infrastructure cost for community development.)
Yes, some homes in Bay Acres have fencing.
Bay Acres is located about 11.5 miles from downtown Sarasota.
Bay Acres is located about 5.5 miles from Nokomis Beach.
Bay Acres is located about 15.5 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Insight For Bay Acres
Learn our thoughts as professional Sarasota Realtors for the pros, cons, lifestyle, and proximity to beaches, shopping, and downtown.
Our Personal Bay Acres Insights
Pros
- Quieter area south of Sarasota in Osprey
- Voluntary HOA
- No minimum rental period, so great for investors
Lifestyle
- Picnic park, kayak racks with launch pad in community
- For small fee,
- Access to boat basin with slips up to 20โ and quick access to the Gulf
- Restaurants are close by
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