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Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Ranks #1 in 2011 Home Sales in the Tampa Bay Area

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with True Sarasota Real Estate

Sarasota County SunsetWith 305 homes sold, Lakewood Ranch rises to first place, as the Tampa Bay area with the most real estate sales in 2011 - according to Rose Residential Reports.  Lakewood Ranch real estate includes homes in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.

The median sales price for Lakewood Ranch homes was $246,500 (from 12/11 to 2/12), according to Trulia, and the average listing price was $499,982 (for the week ending 3/7/12) with an average square foot price of $123.

Lakewood Ranch, a master-planned community on 8,500 acres, sits east of I-75 and University Parkway.  Real estate here ranges from condos and townhomes to luxury and custom estates within seven villages.

Lakewood Ranch, which has been designated the largest green-certified community in America, offers 150 miles of sidewalks and trails, community parks, lakes and nature preserves that showcase native plants and wildlife.  Attractions and amenties include golf courses, tennis, aquatics, polo, and cricket, along with A-rated schools, a state-of-the-art hospital, and a variety of dining and shopping options. The proximity of Lakewood Ranch to I-75, the Sarasota/Bradenton Airport as well as the Tampa International Airport make it highly convenient for visitors and residents alike.

At True Sarasota Real Estate, we love showing home buyers and real estate investors the very best of Lakewood Ranch. As Exclusive Buyers Agents, we represent only the buyers’ interests, and can show homes listed by any agency in the areaas well as bank-owned properties and homes for sale by owner

If you want a real or virtual tour of real estate in Lakewood Ranch or another beautiful community in the Sarasota County area, contact True Real Estate Sarasota for the best buying experience in Sarasota real estate.

John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

William - Congrats on the announcement that the Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Ranks #1 in 2011 Home Sales in the Tampa Bay Area! 

Mar 26, 2012 05:32 AM
Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor

There is so much new construction down in Sarasota County that was not finished when the market fell.....glad that things are up and running once again!

Mar 26, 2012 06:14 AM
Karen Hawkins, MBA - Langley & Surrey, BC
Royal Pro Real Estate Network - Langley, BC

I was very excited to read that Lakewood Ranch has been designated as the largest green-certified community in America, William - it's a big "plus" for the community!

Mar 26, 2012 06:21 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

William, We enjoy learning about other parts of the country and Lakeland Ranch is new to us. Look forward to learning more about Sarasota County!

Mar 26, 2012 07:29 PM
William True
True Sarasota Real Estate - Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Real Estate

John, thank you! Positive news for the area always attracts more buyers here.

Barbara-Jo, yes! This is definitely a big turn-around area.

Karen, yes, it's a very big plus!  More and more buyers are inquiring about green real estate - which we love!

Larry & Sheila -- thank you! I went to NYU - so it's a pleasure to read your blog about Long Island, and see what's happening in real estate there.

Mar 27, 2012 05:23 AM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

It is nice to read all the posts about the turn-around in the market, William. Glad to see that Lakewood Ranch is doing so well.

Mar 30, 2012 12:30 AM
William True
True Sarasota Real Estate - Sarasota, FL
Sarasota Real Estate

Thanks Toni! I love sharing the good news. Wishing you a great start to another fabulous week!

Apr 02, 2012 04:08 AM