The Meadows Homes For Sale | Sarasota, FL

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Meadows Community Guide

Meadows offers a large Sarasota community with golf, trails, and amenities, appealing to active lifestyle buyers.

The Meadows Real Estate in Sarasota, FL

The Meadows homes for sale sit in one of Sarasota’s original golf course communities, built between University Parkway and Fruitville Road starting in the mid-1970s. Not gated, and made up of over 3,400 residences, garden homes, villas, condos, and single-family homes spread across 1,650 acres shaded by mature oaks and 85-plus lakes. Fourteen miles of sidewalks and bike trails, plus a 1.7-mile fitness trail, wind through the community, and no CDD applies here.

Worth noting before you buy: The Meadows Country Club filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in July 2025, and the golf courses and many club facilities closed as a result. The Meadows Community Association now owns the land and is negotiating with an outside operator, so confirm current club status before assuming golf or full amenities are active. Benderson Park, shopping, dining, and I-75 all sit close by, and downtown Sarasota’s bayfront and arts scene are about 15 minutes out.

Amenities Includes:

3 Club Memberships – 54 holes of Golf, 17 Har-Tru Courts, Junior Olympic Pool, 5000 square foot Fitness Center, 3 restaurants.

Community Fee Includes:

Varies on neighborhood.

Key Facts:

Price Range:	$330k-$1.1M
Year Built:	1976 – 1998
Size (Sq. Ft.):	1,525 – 3,602
Min. Lease:	Varies
Leases/ Year:	Varies

Gated:	✖ No
Pool:	✔ Yes
Pets Allowed:	✔ Yes
Golf Course:	✔ Yes
CDD Fee:	✖ No

*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.

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Insight For Meadows

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Meadows

Pros

Great Location, close to shopping, restaurants and downtown

Considerations

Homes range in age, so some are older so some may need updating

Shopping

Grocery store is 2.0 miles
UTC mall is 2.9 miles
Costco is 12.5 miles

Beach

Siesta Key Beach is 15.1 miles.
29 minute drive

Lifestyle

Country Club private lifestyle
Very social community with social event opportunities to build friendships

Downtown Sarasota

6.2 miles
15 minute drive

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Additional The Meadows Neighborhood Information

The Meadows was originally built in the mid 1970’s to mid 1980’s, however there are some newer home enclaves within the community as well. The community is a fine mix of single family homes, maintenance-free villas, and condominiums. The Meadows is a great location convenient to a brand new shopping mall being built on University parkway, plus its only about 15 minutes to downtown Sarasota, and the world class beaches, cultural activities, and fine downtown dining Sarasota has to offer.

Membership to the Meadows Country club is not mandatory, however membership definitely has it’s privileges with the wide variety of amenities offered to members.

Types Of The Meadows Memberships

Golf Family Membership – This membership offers unlimited golf on three courses (54 holes total). Also, Golf members can enjoy all the tennis facilities, along with the junior Olympic pool, 5,000 square foot fitness center, 3 dining restaurants, and all the club member social activities.
Tennis Family Membership – Recognized as one of the top 20 tennis facilities in the country by Tennis Magazine, the Meadows offers beginner and advanced programs at The Meadows Country Club. There are 17 well-maintained Har-Tru courts, along with a stadium court for special matches. Members can easily find first-class instruction, clinics, competitions, and more.
Social & Pool Family Membership – Members in this category enjoy pool access, three dining restaurants, and the social activities exclusive to club members.

The Meadows is a very popular community for buyers looking for a social community with plenty of amenities, while not breaking the budget. It’s a clean and very well maintained community.

The Meadows Frequently Asked Questions

The Meadows Real Estate

How large is the The Meadows neighborhood in Sarasota?

Meadows is about 3163+ homes, built between 1970’s – Present.

Is there a community pool in The Meadows?

Yes, several Meadows neighborhoods ahve their own pools. The optional Golf Membership will also give you access to a Junior Olympic size pool.

Is The Meadows in Sarasota a gated community?

No, Meadows is typically not a gated community.

Is The Meadows in Sarasota a maintenance-free neighborhood?

This varies by neighborhood within the Meadows.

Does The Meadows in Sarasota have a CDD?

No, Meadows 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.)

Does The Meadows allow fences?

Yes, some homes in Meadows have fencing, however there may be HOA restrictions regarding which lot locations may have a fence, or the size or type of fence allowed. It is important to check HOA rules for specific fencing requirements prior to making a purchase decision.

What public beach access point is closest to The Meadows?

Meadows is located about 9 miles from Lido Key Beach.

How far is The Meadows from downtown Sarasota?

Meadows is located about 5.5 miles from downtown Sarasota.

How far is the Sarasota International Airport from The Meadows?

Meadows is located about 7 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.

*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.