University Park
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University Park Real Estate in Sarasota, FL
University Park homes for sale are is an exquisite gated country club community located on University Parkway, 1 mile north of the Sarasota County Line. This highly desirable community was built by the finest area builders, and offers amenities second to none in the Sarasota area. University Park has been awarded the “Best Community Design in America” by the National Association of Home Builders, and “Best Development in Region” by the Tampa bay Regional Planning Council. Read more
University Park Homes Overview

Community Info:
# of Homes: | 1200 |
Year Built: | 1992 – 2016 |
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
- Golf Course
- 11 Har-Tru Tennis Courts
- Fitness Center
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Meeting Room
- Several Club Membership Levels
- Maintenance-Free
HOA Fee Includes:
- Cable, Community Pool, Ground Maintenance, Internet, Private Road, Security.
Category: Sarasota Golf Course Homes for Sale
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
Transactions
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Sales
1/4 Billion
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Insight For University Park Neighborhood
Pros:
- Beautiful golf course community
- Fantastic amenities and social activities
- Homes in a wide array of price ranges
Considerations:
- Some homes are older and some may need some updating
Lifestyle:
- Country Club private lifestyle
- Very social community with social event opportunities to build friendships
Shopping:
- Grocery store is 1.8 miles
- UTC mall is 2.7 miles
- BJ’s Whole sale Club is 2.5 miles
Beach:
- Siesta Key Beach is 18.0 miles.
- 30 minute drive
Downtown:
- 7.5 miles
- 19 minute drive
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 center–all in your own community–and 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
Frequently Asked Questions
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.