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Riva Trace, built 2011-2016 in Sarasota, features a kayak launch plus a gated entrance.
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Riva Trace Real Estate in University Park, FL
Riva Trace homes for sale sit in a private, gated, maintenance-free community of 86 mid-size homes built between 2012 and 2015, all with tile roofs and paver driveways and sidewalks. Medallion Home built to Eco-Gold specifications here, earning recognition for construction quality and energy-saving upgrades. No home backs up to another, since every site borders either greenbelt or water along the Braden River.
There’s a quarterly HOA fee but no CDD, and amenities include a community boat dock for kayaks and canoes, a fishing dock, and a nature trail accessing 21 miles of waterway. That trail winds through trees and tropical foliage home to deer, raccoons, bobcats, rabbits, and plenty of birds. Public and private schools sit nearby for families.
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Riva Trace Neighborhood Facts
| Price Range: | $560k-$800k |
| Year Built: | 2011 – 2016 |
| Size (Sq. Ft.): | 1,787 – 2,424 |
| Min. Lease: | 12 Months |
| Leases/ Year: | 1 |
| Gated: | ✔ Yes |
| Pool: | ✖ No |
| Fences: | ✖ No |
| Golf Course: | ✖ No |
| CDD Fee: | ✖ No |
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Amenities:
Gated, Observation Deck, Kayak Launch, Maintenance-Free
Fees Include:
Common area maintenance, Gate
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Additional Riva Trace Neighborhood Information
Riva Trace is in a homeowners association so there is a quarterly HOA fee, but no CDD fee! Golfers will like this neighborhood due to it’s close proximity to University Park Country CLub and Palm Aire Country Club. Also, the University Town Center Mall is very convenient with many shops and restaurants. Main Street of Lakewood Ranch is a few miles away and features an outdoor venue of boutiques, restaurants, cinema and miniature golf course.
Riva Trace Real Estate
Riva Trace is about 86 homes, built between 2012-2015.
No, Riva Trace does not have a community pool.
Yes, Riva Trace is a gated community.
Yes, the HOA is responsible for the resident’s basic yard care.
No, Riva Trace 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 Riva Trace 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.
Riva Trace is located about 10.5 miles from downtown Sarasota.
Riva Trace is located about 13.5 miles from Lido Beach.
Riva Trace is located about 7.5 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.

Our Personal Riva Trace Insights


Pros
- Convenient location just south of Mote Ranch
- Maintenance-free community & no CDD fees
- Ability to access Braden River through community canoe launch


Considerations
- No community pool


Shopping
- Grocery store is 3.9 miles
- UTC Mall is 4.5 miles
- BJโs Wholesale Club is 3.4 miles


Beach
- Siesta Key Beach is 18.2 miles
- 29 minute drive


Lifestyle
- Nice community with its own kayak launch makes for fun outdoor activities
- If you want to be more social, join the Palm Aire Country Club!
- Restaurants are close by


Downtown Sarasota
- 10.3 miles
- 24 minute drive
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