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University Park is a golf course community in Sarasota: 1200 homes built 1992-2016 with a gated entrance.
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University Park Real Estate in Sarasota, FL
University Park homes for sale sit in a gated country club community on University Parkway, about a mile north of the Sarasota County line, roughly 1,200 single family homes and villas spread across 32 distinct neighborhoods, built between 1992 and 2016. The community has earned “Best Community Design in America” from the National Association of Home Builders and “Best Development in the Region” from the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. Sizes run from around 1,400 square feet in maintenance-free villas up past 7,500 in the largest custom estates.
The centerpiece 27-hole Ron Garl designed course anchors the club, along with 11 Har-Tru tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a 3,000 square foot fitness center, and multiple dining venues. Resident membership is required through the club’s governing documents, and a Recreational District assessment appears on your annual tax bill in addition to HOA fees, separate from club dues. You’re about 6 miles from Sarasota-Bradenton Airport, 9 miles from downtown Sarasota, and close to University Town Center for shopping and dining.
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University Park Neighborhood Facts
| Price Range: | $300k-$4.0M |
| Year Built: | 1992 – 2016 |
| Size (Sq. Ft.): | 1,543 – 7,579 |
| Min. Lease: | 12 Months |
| Leases/ Year: | 1 |
| Gated: | ✔ Yes |
| Pool: | ✖ No |
| 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:
Fitness Center, Gated Community, Golf Community, Maintenance Free, Not all amenities included in HOA Fees, Optional upgrades to club memberships for additional Fees, Tennis Courts.
Fees Include:
Cable, Community Pool, Ground Maintenance, Internet, Private Road, Security.
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Additional University Park Neighborhood Information
Residents of University Park have several club membership choices. The golf course is beautiful, designed by Course Architect Ron Garl. If tennis is your interest, University Park Tennis Club offers 11 lighted Har-Tru courts with full instruction available, and a fully stocked fitness center offering fitness classes, exercise equipment, and massage therapy. The community also offers a world class croquet greenward, which is one of the only in the area.
University Park offers fine dining at the Park Grille and Cafe, the Lakeside Room which is perfect for large venues, and Varsity Club and Card Room. With 22 miles of walking, jogging, and biking paths sprinkled among the wildlife habitat, restaurants, golf (27 holes), tennis (lighted courts), and fitness centerโall in your own communityโand shopping, beaches, downtown Sarasota & Bradenton, airports and I-75 within easy reach.
Home prices range greatly in the exclusive private community, with prices ranging from a few hundred thousand to multi-million dollar properties. University park is one of the finest private gated communities in the Sarasota area.
University Park Real Estate
University Park is about 1200 homes, built between 1992 – 2016.
No, University Park does not have a community pool.
Yes, University Park is a gated community.
Yes, the HOA is responsible for the resident’s basic yard care.
University Park has a “Recreational District” tax assessment. It is not technically a “CDD, however it is a real estate tax assessment included on University Park residents real estate property taxes each year.
Yes, some homes in University Park 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.
University Park is located about 12.5 miles from Lido Key Beach.
University Park is located about 9 miles from downtown Sarasota.
University Park is located about 6 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
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- Beautiful golf course community
- Fantastic amenities and social activities
- Homes in a wide array of price ranges
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