Bent Tree
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Bent Tree Real Estate in Sarasota, FL
Bent Tree homes for sale are located about 1 mile east of I-75 on Proctor Road. Construction originally started in the 1970’s, and continued through the 1980’s and 1990’s to include a total of 450 homes and over 50 condos. Bent Tree homes for sale are behind the a gated community, with homes ranging from typical vintage Florida ranch homes to more modern feeling renovated Florida homes with modern amenities. Read more
Bent Tree Homes Overview

Community Info:
# of Homes: | 450+ |
Year Built: | 1980-2018+ |
Gated: | Yes |
Pool: | Yes |
Fences: | Yes |
Yard Care: | No |
HOA Fee: | Yes |
CDD Fee: | No |
Min. Lease: | 6 Months |
# of Leases: | 2 /Year |
Amenities:
- Optional Golf Membership
HOA Fee Includes:
- Some areas are maintenance-free, private road.
Category: Sarasota Golf Course Homes for Sale
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Transactions
400+
Sales
1/4 Billion
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Insight For Bent Tree Neighborhood
Pros:
- Very nice gated community with reasonable fees
- Membership to golf club is optional with no annual minimum set dining expenses
- Plenty of amenities when residents join golf club
Considerations:
- Private roads means HOA is responsible for road and sewer repairs
Lifestyle:
- Private gated community lifestyle
- HOA fees are very reasonable considering the amenities available
Shopping:
- Grocery store is 2.4 miles
- UTC mall is 12.0 miles
- Costco is 8.0 miles
Beach:
- Siesta Key Beach is 10.4 miles
- 22 minute drive
Downtown:
- 10.1 miles
- 24 minute drive
Additional Bent Tree Neighborhood Information
All homes are built within the Bent Tree Golf Course, a private golf club located in Sarasota just east of I-75 on Proctor Road. Many residents enjoy golf course views, lake views, or preserve views. One great feature of Bent Tree are the larger-than-average lot sizes. Many lots extend 1 acre or larger in size, giving residents more privacy from neighboring homes compared to similar communities in the area.
Membership to the Bent Tree Golf Course is not mandatory, however all residents in the community do receive a social membership allowing them access to the golf course restaurant. There’s a nice mix of residents living in Bent Tree, ranging from younger families to empty-nesters.
Bent Tree is a great location, close the shopping centers, restaurants, and only 25 minutes to downtown Sarasota. It is only 1 mile east of I-75, so it’s still just a short drive to the culture and arts, and world class beaches of Sarasota. If you are looking for an affordable and beautiful gated golf course community in Sarasota, I highly recommend checking out Bent Tree.

Bent Tree Real Estate
Frequently Asked Questions
Bent Tree is about 450 homes, built between 1980-2018.
Yes, Bent Tree has a community pool.
Yes, Bent Tree is a gated community.
Some parts of Bent Tree are maintenance-free for homeowners, but not all parts of Bent Tree have landscape maintenance included.
No, Bent Tree 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 Bent Tree 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.
Bent Tree is located about 12.5 miles from Siesta key Beach.
Bent Tree is located about 11 miles from downtown Sarasota.
Bent Tree is located about 15 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.