Lakewood Ranch Homes with Gated Community - Guard Community Features

Lakewood Ranch Homes with Gated Community - Guard Community Features

Welcome to Lakewood Ranch, Florida – a vibrant and picturesque community nestled in Manatee County. Known for its stunning landscapes, Lakewood Ranch seamlessly blends natural beauty with modern convenience, making it an ideal destination for families, retirees, and everyone in between. With its meticulously planned neighborhoods, this charming city offers a lifestyle that is both enriching and enjoyable.

One of the standout features of Lakewood Ranch is its exclusive gated communities, providing residents with an added layer of security and privacy. These guard-gated neighborhoods are designed to foster a sense of community while ensuring peace of mind. Imagine coming home to a serene environment where you can unwind and enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings, all while knowing that your family and belongings are safe.

The homes within these gated communities are nothing short of spectacular. From elegant single-family homes to luxurious estates, there is a diverse range of architectural styles to suit every taste. Many properties boast expansive outdoor living spaces, perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the stunning Florida sunsets. Residents also enjoy access to a myriad of amenities, including resort-style pools, fitness centers, and walking trails that wind through the lush landscape.

Lakewood Ranch is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle. With its proximity to world-class shopping, dining, and recreational activities, you’ll find that everything you need is just a stone’s throw away. Experience the charm of Lakewood Ranch and discover why it’s one of Florida’s most sought-after communities. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Lakewood Ranch Homes with Gated Community - Guard Community Features

$1,499,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ Star Farms SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Welcome to this WestBay Siesta Key II model, offering over 3,700 square feet of refined living space, just a short distance from The Resort Club in Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch. Featuring over $100,000 in post-closing improvements and upgrades, this nearly new two-story residence blends thoughtful design with elevated finishes and exceptional attention to detail. A newly installed, oversized modern glass-pane single-hinge front door creates a striking first impression and opens to a light-filled, open-concept layout with soaring 12-foot ceilings extending into main living areas. The spacious great room, dining area and kitchen flow seamlessly, making this home ideal for everyday living. The gourmet kitchen showcases a large waterfall-edge quartz island, GE Café appliances, Kohler apron-front farmhouse sink, walk-in pantry with custom shelving, glass upper cabinets and illuminated floating shelves. The great room is enhanced by a modern electric fireplace with illuminated floating wood shelving, complemented by distinctive wood ceiling beams that add sophisticated modern-rustic character. Throughout the first floor, elegant Sandstone Beige wood-look porcelain tile provides a cohesive, upscale feel, while the second floor features durable luxury vinyl flooring. The home offers four well-appointed bedrooms, each with walk-in closet, along with four full baths and a powder bath. Every closet has been thoughtfully outfitted with custom organization, maximizing both storage and functionality. The expansive primary suite features a tray ceiling, additional sound insulation and a spa-like en suite with freestanding soaking tub, frameless glass shower with rain shower head, dual vanities and custom-organized walk-in closet. A large den with glass French doors provides a flexible space for a home office, while the oversized upstairs bonus room is pre-wired and pre-plumbed for a wet bar, fourth bedroom and guest bath—ideal for a media room, guest suite or multi-generational living area. High-end details throughout include solid-core doors, crown moldings, custom baseboards and thoughtful trim work. The screened lanai overlooks a peaceful water view and scenic trails, creating a private and picturesque setting for relaxing or entertaining. The expansive outdoor space offers ample room to add a custom pool and fence the yard for pets. The split three-car garage offers exceptional functionality and storage. Both garages feature mini-split AC systems, providing year-round climate control. Enjoy low HOA fees that include maintenance and access to an impressive array of resort-style amenities. The Resort Club features a zero-entry pool and spa, fitness center, coffee shop and private cabanas. The StarFit Fitness Center offers group classes, cardio equipment and strength training. Future amenities include a poolside bar and grill, event center and Junction Place—a family-focused complex with a baseball field, tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, another resort pool and splash pad, and a pet park. Lifestyle conveniences include concierge and hospitality services, community clubs and three planned dining venues. Enjoy the best of Lakewood Ranch living with top-rated schools, the 140-acre Premier Sports Campus and three town centers offering theaters, shopping and dining just minutes away. With its extensive post-closing upgrades, custom details, water views, and exceptional amenities, this is more than a home—it is a complete lifestyle.

17122 Ranchside Place, Bradenton
$305,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lakewood National SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Imagine a residence where fairways stretch beyond your doorstep and refinement lingers in every corner—welcome to this ground-level Birkdale condo, a sanctuary tucked within the coveted Lakewood National Golf and Country Club. Two bedrooms and two baths unfold across 1,142 square feet of thoughtfully curated living. The craftsmanship reveals itself in the details: crown molding tracing the ceilings, a white shiplap feature wall cradling a built-in television and fireplace, and a dining room dressed in wallpapered drama. The kitchen wears a graceful white wave backsplash and houses high-end appliances rarely gifted in a home of this caliber. Four upscale ceiling fans whirl quietly overhead, while updated lighting lends warmth throughout. The primary retreat indulges with a walk-in closet, linen storage, and an en-suite bath, all poised for restful nights. Covered carport parking and an adjacent storage room simplify storage of golf clubs and necessities. Lakewood National is a highly sought-after community featuring two Arnold Palmer-designed courses that invite the devoted golfer, complemented by a stately clubhouse, a beach-entry lagoon pool, poolside dining, a full-service spa, tennis, and pickleball. Full golf membership sweetens the arrangement considerably. Beyond the gates, Publix keeps errands effortless; restaurants, shopping, and beaches are nearby for endless possibilities! Plus an easy commute to I-75! Paradise, it turns out, need not remain a daydream. Come experience this Lakewood Ranch gem—schedule your private showing today.

18114 Gawthrop Drive Unit 103, Bradenton
$1,275,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ Lakewood Ranch SubDv. ⋅ 34202 Zip Code
Recently updated 4-bedroom single-family home with heated saltwater pool and spa, overlooking water and preserve in the established Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. Framed by tree-lined streets, mature landscaping, manicured grounds, and peaceful natural surroundings, the community offers a timeless sense of beauty, privacy, and character, with the occasional deer sighting adding to its distinctive charm. Inside, the home features a long list of recent updates, including two brand-new HVAC systems in 2026. The seller is also offering a new roof with a fully executed contract. Roof replacement will be completed prior to closing, with the warranty placed in the new owner’s name. The updated kitchen includes all-new appliances in 2025, quartz countertops, a new sink, freshly painted cabinetry, new pendant lighting, and a gas range. The spacious pavered lanai offers plenty of room to lounge, dine, and entertain while enjoying the water and preserve views. Additional outdoor features include a heated saltwater pool and spa, pool bath, and gas hookup ready for a future outdoor kitchen. Additional upgrades and features include a Ring doorbell, custom closets, new carpet in 2026, new ceiling fan in 2026, custom wall paneling in the primary bedroom, and a custom TV wall with electric linear fireplace, inset lighting, and display shelving. The primary suite offers direct access to the lanai, along with an ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower, garden tub, new custom cabinetry, updated mirror, and new light fixtures. Located in the maintenance-free enclave of Stone Ridge, Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club offers optional, non-mandatory membership opportunities with access to an impressive collection of amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, clubhouse, junior Olympic-sized pool, four 18-hole championship golf courses, tennis, pickleball, dining, social offerings, and more. Beyond the gates, Lakewood Ranch delivers the lifestyle it is known for, with year-round community events, shopping, dining, Waterside Place, UTC, Sarasota Polo Club, and convenient access to Sarasota’s renowned Gulf beaches, SRQ Airport, and Tampa International Airport.

12710 Stone Ridge Place, Bradenton
$635,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Star Farms SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Welcome home to 17828 Gulf Ranch Place, a stunning Caroline model perfectly situated in the heart of the highly sought-after resort community of Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch. This is a rare opportunity to secure a highly coveted EMERALD SERIES home, a premium build tier that is no longer offered in Star Farms or Saddlestone. Because this is an exclusive Emerald Series build, this property boasts premium structural and aesthetic upgrades right out of the gate. The home features solid ALL-CONCRETE-BLOCK construction on both the first and second floors for enhanced storm protection and energy efficiency, a beautiful BRICK PAVER DRIVEWAY, and a durable premium TILE ROOF. Inside, you are greeted by soaring 9-FOOT 4-INCH CEILINGS and grand 8-FOOT DOORS throughout the entire first floor that add an unmatched sense of luxury and space. The gourmet kitchen and bathrooms are beautifully appointed with QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS and enhanced cabinetry. The kitchen comes fully equipped with upgraded BLACK STAINLESS STEEL SAMSUNG SMART APPLIANCES, featuring ultra-modern tech where you can simply knock on the refrigerator door to see inside or control your appliances right from your smartphone app. Built on a premium lot that is 25 FEET DEEPER than standard homesites, this property offers expansive outdoor space and enhanced privacy. Step out onto your EXTENDED COVERED LANAI to discover the true highlight of this home with unobstructed, SOUTHERN-FACING WATER VIEWS. This highly desired exposure ensures perfect natural light and sunshine on your extended lanai all day long, creating a tranquil setting for relaxing or entertaining. Living in Star Farms is like being on a permanent vacation. As a resident, you are central to world-class amenities designed for the ultimate Florida lifestyle. Lounge by the massive RESORT-STYLE POOL and cabanas, grab food and drinks with neighbors at THE PALM BAR, and stay active at the state-of-the-art fitness center, wellness complexes, and sports courts. Enjoy a packed calendar of community events, social clubs, and neighborhood gatherings right outside your front door. With its exclusive Emerald Series upgrades, spectacular southern water views, and prime location, this move-in-ready home is an exceptional find.

17828 Gulf Ranch Place, Lakewood Ranch
$914,900
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ Rosedale SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Want to walk to the high school through the community’s private pedestrian gate!? This community has that! Set on a quiet conservation homesite within the gated Rosedale Golf & Country Club, this expansive home offers exceptional space, flexibility, and privacy—at one of the best prices / square foot in Rosedale. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, 8-foot doors, and a spacious gourmet kitchen with new quartz countertops and backsplash, gas appliances, and a walk-in pantry. The oversized primary suite offers a true retreat, while two additional bedrooms are conveniently located on the main floor. Upstairs, you’ll find two private bedrooms, a full bath, and a massive bonus room—perfect for a media room, playroom, home gym, or additional living space. Enjoy Florida living on the oversized tropical lanai with a pool, sun shelf, and cozy gas fireplace. An oversized three-car tandem garage, expansive driveway, and included golf cart add even more convenience. With NO CDD fees, lawn maintenance, cable/internet, private road maintenance, and 24-hour guarded gates included in the HOA, you’ll love the low-maintenance Rosedale lifestyle. A required social membership includes access to the clubhouse, fitness center, pool, bocce, restaurant, and year-round social events, with additional golf memberships available. Additional highlights include a 2022 HVAC and hurricane/impact windows throughout. Conveniently located near I-75, UTC, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and Gulf beaches, this home offers the space, location, and lifestyle that make Rosedale so sought after. Owner is a licensed real estate professional.

10310 Eastwood Drive, Bradenton
$1,125,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Lakewood Ranch SubDv. ⋅ 34202 Zip Code
Experience the prestige and tranquility of this Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Sarantino luxury home by Neal Homes. The 2,624 sq ft of living area has been tastefully designed by an interior designer focusing on exceptional details from floor to ceiling. Mahogony look hardwood floors plays well with the neutral paint, crown molding, wall molding, plantation shutters, custom draperies and ceiling mounted speakers throughout this home. The formal living area offers a view of your salt water, heated pool and spa through the sliding glass doors. Adjacent is the formal dining space with a recessed, wallpapered nook flanked by two mirrored bookcases with glass shelves. Through the archway and you're in the dinette space and kitchen which are open to the great room. The kitchen offers extensive counterspace, wood cabinets with under cabinet lighting and a glass front cabinet which is also lighted. The center island with sink offers plenty of space for casual meals or setting up your next buffet style get together. The stainless appliances include a new refrigerator, new microwave, wine chiller, gas stove, dishwasher and refrigerator. The great room is topped with a tray ceiling with crown molding and features a triple sliding glass door to your outdoor living space. The triple wood cabinet houses the components of the whole house audio system and stays with the home. Adjacent and tucked behind glass french doors is an office , again with a tray celing and sliding doors to the lanai. A full bath with walk in glass enclosed shower is conveniently located adjacent to the great room and office. The king size primary bedroom is isolated to the left side of the home and features two closets, each with built in shelving, a tray ceiling, and a single french door to the lanai. The primary bath features a huge walk in shower and expansive vanity with two sinks. The custom wallpaper adds a touch of elegance to this primary bath. Just off the entry is a pocket door which can be closed off and leads to two bedrooms, a full bath and the laundry room. Each of the bedrooms is queen size and features those custom window treatments and plantation shutters. Both AC systems were replaced this year complete with temperature sensors which automatically adjust room temperature and can also be adjusted with your cell phone. Take a stroll out to the screen enclosed lanai, pavered pool deck. The heated salt water, in ground pool and spa feature a gas heater replaced in 2024 and a pool pump replaced in 2025. When not relaxing around the pool you can take advantage of your outdoor kitchen and enjoy living on this tranquil nature inspired homesite with lush vegetation and a view of a manicured pond. Essentially maintenance free living as the HOA regularly maintains the lawn and refreshes mulch twice per year. You'll have plenty of time to enjoy the numerous amenities Lakewood Ranch has to offer which include tennis courts, pickleball, croquet courts, heated swimming pools and a huge fitness center which offers 50+ fitness classes per week. If golf is your game, choose from one of four courses, 3 designed by Arnold Palmer. For those nights you don't feel like cooking take advantage of one of several dining experiences at the clubhouse. This is an exceptional opportunity to live in one of America's lovliest master planned communties.

7668 Silverwood Court, Lakewood Ranch
$370,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Esplanade SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
CDD PAID IN FULL on this FULL GOLF MEMBERSHIP Condominium. Located in Esplanade in Lakewood Ranch this beautiful first-floor corner residence captures tranquil views of the 10th hole and fairway while offering effortless walkability to the clubhouse, resort pool, culinary center, fitness facilities, golf and tennis. Inside this beautiful condo, you will find two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, and a versatile flex space that can be used as an office or secondary living area. The home also has the benefit of a one-car garage for additional storage if needed. The kitchen is ready for all your cooking needs with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinet space. The beautiful granite carries over into the two bathrooms. Dual sinks along with dual walk-in closets in the primary bedroom/bathroom provide convenience and plenty of space. The Esplanade Golf & Country Club is second to none...the ideal lifestyle awaits with world-class amenities like the Barrel House Bistro Bar or the Bahama Bar with a resort style pool, championship level golf and a Pro Shop, a multitude of recreational activities to include pickleball and Koquina Sand Spa. Don't miss this opportunity to own a slice of paradise.

12710 Sorrento Way Unit 101, Bradenton
$329,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Esplanade SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
RESORT-STYLE LIVING. CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF. AN EXCEPTIONAL FLORIDA LIFESTYLE. Beautiful first-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium combines the ease of low-maintenance living with a coveted golf course view and access to an extraordinary collection of resort-style amenities including golf. Wake up to your peaceful view of the 2nd hole on the the championship golf course. Start your day with a round of golf, spend the afternoon beside the resort pool, and meet friends for dinner—all without leaving your community. Enjoy an impressive lifestyle that includes: Private championship 72 par 18-hole golf course, Driving range, practice areas, pro shop, leagues and club events. Troon Prive worldwide access; Resort, lap & resistance pools, Poolside cabanas, Bahama restaurant bar, Fire pits. Spa, Expansive fitness center and Fitness classes; Upscale indoor dining and culinary center; Tennis and pickleball courts; Miles of walking & fitness trails; Social clubs, events & planned activities. And because this residence is conveniently located on the first floor, everyday living is exceptionally easy—whether this becomes your full-time Florida home, seasonal retreat, or lock-and-leave getaway. This isn’t simply a condominium. It’s an invitation to live the Esplanade lifestyle.

13737 Messina Loop Unit 103, Bradenton
$860,607
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Calusa Country Club SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Under Construction. Own a stunning slice of paradise at our premier golf and resort community—where vibrant social moments, effortless activity and laid back relaxation are thoughtfully woven into every day. This new single-story home enjoys a cohesive modern design uniting the spacious kitchen, family and dining rooms that’s ideal for shared living. An expansive lanai is accessible from the family room and the owner’s suite, while a den and secondary bedroom in the front of the home add flexibility. Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated delivery date is Oct/Nov 2026.

19715 Trout Terrace, Lakewood Ranch
$373,998
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lakewood Ranch SubDv. ⋅ 34202 Zip Code
Under Construction. Own a stunning slice of paradise at our premier golf and resort community—where vibrant social moments, effortless activity and laid back relaxation are thoughtfully woven into every day. This condominium features a den, followed by an open layout among the kitchen, dining room and living room, with access to the lanai for outdoor living. Near the foyer are both bedrooms, including the owner’s suite with a personal bathroom. Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated delivery date is Oct/Nov 2026.

18911 Scallop Loop Unit 205, Lakewood Ranch
$832,605
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Calusa Country Club SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Under Construction. Own a stunning slice of paradise at our premier golf and resort community—where vibrant social moments, effortless activity and laid back relaxation are thoughtfully woven into every day. Modern and sophisticated, this single-story home enjoys a shared design among the dining room, kitchen and Great Room that opens to the covered lanai. A flexible den is near the entry, opposite a full bathroom and bedroom that’s perfect for guests. The private owner’s suite enjoys a personal bathroom toward the back of the home. Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated delivery date is Oct/Nov 2026.

19707 Trout Terrace, Lakewood Ranch
$383,997
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lakewood Ranch SubDv. ⋅ 34202 Zip Code
Under Construction. Own a stunning slice of paradise at our premier golf and resort community—where vibrant social moments, effortless activity and laid back relaxation are thoughtfully woven into every day. This condominium features a den, followed by an open layout among the kitchen, dining room and living room, with access to the lanai for outdoor living. Near the foyer are both bedrooms, including the owner’s suite with a personal bathroom. Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated delivery date is Oct/Nov 2026.

18911 Scallop Loop Unit 103, Lakewood Ranch
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