Riva Trace
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Riva Trace Real Estate in University Park, FL
Riva Trace homes for sale are nestled within a private, gated community of 86 maintenance free mid-size homes built between 2012 and 2015. They range from 1,875 to 3,270 square feet, and feature tile roofs, paver driveways and paver sidewalks. The community was built by Medallion Homes to Eco-Gold specifications, and recognized for quality construction and energy-saving upgrades. What’s really nice about the community is that no home backs up to another since each site features either the greenbelt or water. The neighborhood overlooks the Braden River too!
Amenities include a community boat dock to launch kayaks and canoes, a fishing dock and peaceful nature trail. The kayak launch accesses 21 miles of waterway. The nature trail with it beautiful trees and tropical foliage is home to many animals such as deer, raccoons, bobcats, rabbits and a variety of birds. Students have public and private schools nearby. Read more
Riva Trace Homes Overview

Community Info:
# of Homes: | 86 |
Year Built: | 2012-2015 |
Gated: | Yes |
Pool: | No |
Fences: | Yes |
Yard Care: | Yes |
HOA Fee: | Yes |
CDD Fee: | No |
Min. Lease: | 12 Months |
# of Leases: | 1 /Year |
Amenities:
- Gated
- Kayak Launch
- Waterside observation deck
HOA Fee Includes:
- Common area maintenance, gate, and kayak launch area.
Category: Palm Aire Homes for Sale
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Insight For Riva Trace Neighborhood
Pros:
- Convenient location just south of Mote Ranch
- Maintenance-free community & no CDD fees
- Ability to access Braden River through community canoe launch
Considerations:
- No community pool
Lifestyle:
- Nice community with its own kayak launch makes for fun outdoor activities
- If you want to be more social, join the Palm Aire Country Club!
- Restaurants are close by
Shopping:
- Grocery store is 3.9 miles
- UTC Mall is 4.5 miles
- BJ’s Wholesale Club is 3.4 miles
Beach:
- Siesta Key Beach is 18.2 miles
- 29 minute drive
Downtown:
- 10.3 miles
- 24 minute drive
Additional Riva Trace Neighborhood Information
Riva Trace is in a homeowners association so there is a quarterly HOA fee, but no CDD fee! Golfers will like this neighborhood due to it’s close proximity to University Park Country CLub and Palm Aire Country Club. Also, the University Town Center Mall is very convenient with many shops and restaurants. Main Street of Lakewood Ranch is a few miles away and features an outdoor venue of boutiques, restaurants, cinema and miniature golf course.

Riva Trace Real Estate
Frequently Asked Questions
Riva Trace is about 86 homes, built between 2012-2015.
No, Riva Trace does not have a community pool.
Yes, Riva Trace is a gated community.
Yes, the HOA is responsible for the resident’s basic yard care.
No, Riva Trace 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 Riva Trace 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.
Riva Trace is located about 10.5 miles from downtown Sarasota.
Riva Trace is located about 13.5 miles from Lido Beach.
Riva Trace is located about 7.5 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.