River Wilderness Homes For Sale | Parrish, FL
River Wilderness Community Guide
River Wilderness is a golf course community in Parrish: 800 homes built 1985-2025 with a gated entrance and a community pool.
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River Wilderness Real Estate in Parrish, FL
River Wilderness is a gated community of more than 800 homes in Parrish, built out gradually between 1985 and 2022 among mature oaks and winding, tree-lined streets. Many homes look out over the golf course, a preserve, or water, and architectural styles range from classic Florida ranch homes to larger custom residences on generous lots. A 24-hour attended gate adds an extra layer of security.
The golf course running through the community is privately owned and operated separately from the HOA, so membership stays completely optional. Residents still get plenty on their own: 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce ball, a heated pool, a fitness center, and a clubhouse with dining, banquet, and catering facilities. CDD status wasn’t confirmed for this community, so verify that directly before you buy.
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River Wilderness Neighborhood Facts
| Price Range: | $300k-$3.3M |
| Year Built: | 1985 – 2023 |
| Size (Sq. Ft.): | 1,646 – 5,245 |
| Min. Lease: | 1 Month |
| Leases/ Year: | 12 |
| Gated: | ✔ Yes |
| Pool: | ✔ Yes |
| Fences: | ✖ No |
| Golf Course: | ✔ Yes |
| CDD Fee: | ✖ No |
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Amenities:
18-hole Championship Golf Course, 6 HAR-TRU tennis courts, 24 Hour Manned Gate, Community Boat Ramp On The Manatee River, Bocce Ball, Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Clubhouse, Dining Facility, Banquet, Catering Facilities.
Fees Include:
24-Hour Guard, Common Area Taxes, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Security
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Additional River Wilderness Neighborhood Information
River Wilderness homes are nestled among a full-service privately owned and operated golf club, separately from the HOA, and membership is completely optional. The community offerings fine amenities including 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce ball, a heated pool, fitness center, and a fine clubhouse including dining, banquet, catering facilities. Although the amenities of the club are highly desirable, it is not mandatory for residents to join the country club. There are a variety of optional club memberships to meet memberโs needs, and the clubhouse is planned for an extensive remodel.
River Wilderness Real Estate
River Wilderness is about 800 homes, built between 1985-2022.
Yes, River Wilderness has a heated pool.
Yes, River Wilderness is a gated community with attendant.
The HOA maintains the common areas of the community, however homeowners are responsible for their own yard care.
No, River Wilderness 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 River Wilderness 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.
River Wilderness is located about 26.5 miles from downtown Sarasota.
River Wilderness is located about 20 miles from Holmes Beach.
River Wilderness is located about 22.5 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
No, the golf course is privately owned and operated separately from the HOA, and membership is completely optional.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Insight For River Wilderness
Learn our thoughts as professional Sarasota Realtors for the pros, cons, lifestyle, and proximity to beaches, shopping, and downtown.
Our Personal River Wilderness Insights
Pros
- Many amenities are available
- Golf course views
- Gated community
Considerations
- HOA Fees are a bit higher
- Golf Course is not owned by HOA
- No pickup trucks allowed in driveway overnight, also no cars allowed in driveway overnight. (As with any HOA community, read HOA rules before purchase.)
Shopping
- Grocery store is 3.0 miles
- UTC Mall is 18.6 miles
- Ellenton Outlet Mall is 6.5 miles
Beach
- Holmes Beach is 21.1 miles
- 43 minute drive
Lifestyle
- Country club lifestyle available with membership
- Minutes to I-75
- Restaurants within minutes, including one at the community golfing clubhouse.
Downtown Sarasota
- 26.6 miles
- 40 minute drive
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