Neighborhood Spotlight

University Park

By: Brittney Washington, Realtor®, eXp Realty

Welcome to University Park, Florida, a beautiful, prestigious yet accessible community just west of I-75 in Sarasota, FL. Situated directly outside of Lakewood Ranch, only four miles from downtown Sarasota, and just a short drive to our beautiful beaches, University Park provides a sanctuary from the daily hustle and bustle that often comes with city life.

Once upon a time, the only landmark in the area was the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. From the opening of the University Park Community in 1991, to now being the home of a rowing facility that hosted the world championships in 2017, this diverse community has seen tremendous growth over the last few decades.

Beautiful University Park is currently home to an award-winning 27-hole golf course, University Town Center Mall, Nathan Benderson Park, top-rated schools, various fine-dining, and shops as well as PopStroke, Tiger Woods’ new golf and casual dining experience that is slated to open in the early part of 2022. In University Park, you’ll find lush landscaping, over 1,000 acres of preserve areas, lakes, and a true Florida, natural environment. With a healthy combination of single family homes, villas, and condominiums, the average home price in the University Park area is $569,900.

With its close proximity to shopping, great restaurants, and fun for all that retreat to Florida - from families to young professionals to retirees - University Park has something to offer for everyone and it is truly a gem! •