Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Forest Lakes South
Established Sarasota living with room to breathe
1
Homes for sale
$510,000
Median list price
$228
Avg price / sqft
59
Median days on market
Forest Lakes South sits in the heart of Sarasota County, an established residential pocket where mature trees, generous lot sizes, and a settled-in feel set the tone. Homes here run larger than the county norm — the median footprint is around 2,237 square feet — which draws buyers who want space without pushing to the outer edges of the city. You're within reach of the coastal energy of Lido Key and the arts-and-dining scene of the Rosemary District, while the neighborhood itself stays quiet.
The market here is tight and steady rather than frenzied. There's currently just one active listing at $510,000, while the five homes that sold over the past year closed at a median of $645,000 — a reminder that inventory turns over slowly and quality product moves. Sellers have been getting about 98% of asking, so serious buyers should come prepared, and it's worth watching the broader Sarasota homes for sale alongside pockets like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores to understand relative value.
Forest Lakes South is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$510,000 – $510K price range
2,237 sqft median home
$9,000/mo median rent
5 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Lakes South
Every active listing inside the Forest Lakes South boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes South market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$645,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
23 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes South vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 17.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes South boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Lakes South is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Lakes South home
≈ $3,111/mo
$510,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$9,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
176
Median age
51
Median income
$78,239
Median home value
$359,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes South
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Top 19% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Active
Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Straight answers
Forest Lakes South FAQs
Is Forest Lakes South a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established residential neighborhood in central Sarasota with larger homes and mature surroundings, which appeals to buyers who value settled-in character over new-build sameness. You're a short drive from the beaches at Lido Key and downtown attractions, and the area is assigned to Riverview High School, Sarasota Middle School, and Wilkinson Elementary School.
Is Forest Lakes South expensive?+
It sits in a comfortable mid-to-upper tier for Sarasota. The single active listing is priced at $510,000, while homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $645,000 — reflecting the larger footprints and established setting rather than luxury coastal pricing.
What do homes cost in Forest Lakes South?+
Current asking is $510,000 for the one home on the market, and the average price works out to about $228 per square foot on a median size near 2,237 square feet. Recent sales have run higher, with a median sold price of $645,000 over the last 12 months.
How is the market in Forest Lakes South?+
It's a low-inventory, steady market — just one active listing and five sales in the past year, with homes fetching around 98% of asking price. The median time on market is about 54 days, so buyers have a little room to evaluate but shouldn't expect deep discounts.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Property taxes here are modest, with a median around $2,564 per year. HOA data isn't currently reported for the neighborhood, so buyers should confirm any association dues on a specific property before committing.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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