Lakewood Ranch by the Numbers: 2026 Facts and Figures
Lakewood Ranch, Florida (Manatee and Sarasota counties) covers 35,000-plus acres, or about 53 square miles, with more than 80,000 residents, 40-plus villages and 27,918 homes sold, according to the developer's July 2026 fact sheet. Redfin's median sale price was about $620,000 in July 2026, and the community has more than 150 miles of trails.
Key facts
- 35,000-plus acres (about 53 square miles), more than 80,000 residents and 40-plus villages (developer, July 2026)
- 27,918 homes sold, 19 active builders and new homes from the high $200,000s to over $2 million (developer, July 2026)
- Median sale price about $620,000 (Redfin, July 2026); Zillow typical home value $585,199 (August 2026)
- 2025 property tax rates: 14.16 mills (Manatee, East Manatee Fire Rescue district) and 11.4737 (unincorporated Sarasota County)
- More than 150 miles of trails, 10 community parks and 3 county parks (developer, July 2026)
- 22,246-plus jobs and 2,645 businesses inside the community (developer, July 2026)
This page collects the most-asked numbers about Lakewood Ranch, Florida (Manatee and Sarasota counties) in one place. Every figure sits in a table row with its source and date, so you can check it. Figures are as of October 2026; developer figures describe the whole 53-square-mile community, and Census figures describe a smaller Census-defined area, so the two are not directly comparable.
How big is Lakewood Ranch?
Lakewood Ranch covers more than 35,000 acres, or about 53 square miles, across Manatee and Sarasota counties.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Land area | 35,000-plus acres | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Land area in square miles | About 53 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Villages | 40-plus | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Share of acreage designated open space | 46% | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Acres certified green | 15,000-plus | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Land sold or leased | 70% | Developer fact sheet, as of March 31, 2026 |
| Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District area | More than 25,000 acres; created in 2005 | Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District |
| I-75 exits serving the community | 4 | Developer FAQ |
| Census-defined Lakewood Ranch area | 46.1 square miles | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
University Parkway runs roughly along the county line, with Manatee County to the north and Sarasota County to the south. Our guide to the Manatee and Sarasota sides of Lakewood Ranch explains what changes between them.
How many people live in Lakewood Ranch?
The developer reports more than 80,000 residents; the Census-defined area, which covers only part of the community, had 43,945.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Residents (whole community) | 80,000-plus | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Households (whole community) | 35,000-plus | Developer FAQ, 2026 |
| Average resident age (whole community) | 49 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Population (Census-defined area) | 43,945 | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
| Median age (Census-defined area) | 53.5 | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
| Median household income (Census-defined area) | $122,925 | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
| Housing units (Census-defined area) | 21,049 | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
| Mean travel time to work (Census-defined area) | 27.9 minutes | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
How many homes are there, and what do they cost?
The developer reports 27,918 homes sold, and Redfin’s median sale price was $619,690 in July 2026.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Homes sold to date | 27,918 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Rental units completed | 6,481 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Total entitled units | 49,132 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Active builders | 19 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| New-home price range | High $200,000s to over $2 million | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Median sale price | $619,690 (up 0.6% year over year) | Redfin, July 2026 |
| Median days on market | 44 | Redfin, July 2026 |
| Typical home value | $585,199 (down 3.7% year over year) | Zillow, August 2026 |
| Median sale price | $626,667 | Zillow, July 2026 |
| Average rent | $2,355 a month | Zillow, August 2026 |
| Median owner-occupied home value (Census-defined area) | $678,200 | Census ACS 2024 5-year |
| Median sale price, ZIP 34202 (Manatee) | $754,832 | Redfin, July 2026 |
| Median sale price, ZIP 34211 (Manatee) | $524,881 | Redfin, June 2026 |
| Median sale price, ZIP 34240 (Sarasota) | $877,802 | Redfin, June 2026 |
| New-home sales, first half of 2026 | About 1,035 to 1,064; No. 1 multigenerational community, No. 2 overall | RCLCO via the Observer and Business Observer, July 2026 |
Redfin and Zillow measure prices differently, so compare figures within one source. ZIP codes include some homes outside Lakewood Ranch. For the trend behind these numbers, see our housing market report.
What do CDD fees and property taxes cost?
Most neighborhoods checked paid about $740 to $6,500 a year in CDD or Stewardship District assessments in fiscal 2026, on top of property tax.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| CDD or Stewardship District assessment, most neighborhoods checked | About $740 to $6,500 a year | Stewardship District and CDD schedules, fiscal 2026 |
| Cresswind (55+) assessment | About $1,560 to $1,757 a year | Stewardship District schedule, fiscal 2026 (gross) |
| Lakewood Ranch CDD 6 (Country Club neighborhoods) | About $3,003 to $6,515 a year | CDD 6 public notice, fiscal 2026 |
| Property tax rate, Manatee side (East Manatee Fire Rescue district) | 14.16 mills | Manatee County Property Appraiser, 2025 |
| Property tax rate, unincorporated Sarasota County | 11.4737 mills | Sarasota County Tax Collector, 2025 |
| Additional homestead exemption (non-school levies) | $26,411 | Florida Department of Revenue, 2026 |
| Base homestead exemption (all levies) | $25,000 | Florida Department of Revenue |
| Sales tax | 7% (6% state plus 1% county) | Florida Department of Revenue |
| State personal income tax | None | Florida Department of Revenue |
CDD and Stewardship District assessments appear as non-ad valorem lines on the county tax bill. See our CDD fees guide, Florida tax checklist and homestead exemption guide.
What does it cost to run a household?
Utilities and community fees vary by county and village; these are the published reference points.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Manatee County water and sewer | $103.83 a month for 6,000 gallons, plus $23.65 for curbside garbage | Manatee County, rates effective June 1, 2026 |
| Sarasota County water and wastewater | About $115.16 a month for 4,000 gallons (projected) | Sarasota News Leader, fiscal year starting October 1, 2026 |
| Del Webb Catalina HOA (55+) | $335 to $409 a month | Developer, 2026 |
| Cresswind HOA (55+) | $429 a month | Developer, 2026 |
For a full budget, see our Lakewood Ranch cost of living breakdown.
How many parks, trails and amenities are there?
The developer reports more than 150 miles of trails, 10 community parks and 3 county parks.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Trails | 150-plus miles | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Community parks | 10 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| County parks | 3 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Golf at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club | 72 holes on 4 courses | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Commercial centers | 20, with 300-plus shops, restaurants and services | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Farmers market | Named No. 1 farmers market in the nation (2025) | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Gulf beaches (Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island) | About 15 to 18 miles | Developer FAQ |
See our guides to parks and trails, golf and things to do.
How many schools are there?
The developer counts 42 centers of learning, including 10 public schools and 7 private schools.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Centers of learning | 42 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Preschools | 15 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Public schools | 10 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Private schools | 7 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Colleges | 10 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Sarasota County Schools district grade | A, 23rd straight year | SRQ Magazine, 2025-26 grades |
| School District of Manatee County grade | B | Tampa Bay Beacons, 2025-26 grades |
Your county decides your school district. See our schools guide.
How many jobs and businesses are there?
The developer counts more than 22,246 jobs and 2,645 businesses inside the community.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Jobs | 22,246-plus | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Businesses | 2,645 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Non-residential space | 6.6 million square feet | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Lakewood Ranch Medical Center | 180 beds, including a 60-bed tower opened in 2026 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Senior living facilities | 6 | Developer fact sheet, July 2026 |
| Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) | About 9 miles away; record 4,514,781 passengers in 2025 | Developer FAQ; Business Observer, January 2026 |
| Tampa International Airport (TPA) | About 55 miles away | Developer FAQ |
| Downtown Sarasota | About 12 miles, 20 minutes | Developer FAQ |
See our guides to location and commutes and healthcare.
What are the hurricane and flood facts?
Lakewood Ranch is inland, east of I-75, so storm surge is a smaller threat than on the coast, but heavy rain can flood homes.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Debby rainfall | More than 16 inches | Observer, August 5, 2024 storm |
| Neighborhoods with flooded homes after Debby | Summerfield Woods and the Bluffs, River Club, one home in Shoreview at Waterside Place | Observer, February 2025 |
| Properties at severe flood risk over 30 years | 7% | Redfin (First Street data) |
| Properties at risk of severe wind over 30 years | 100% | Redfin (First Street data), 2026 |
Check the FEMA flood zone and your county’s evacuation level for any address. See our guide to hurricanes, flooding and insurance.
How should you use these numbers?
Use them to compare and to ask better questions, then verify the figures for the specific home. Community totals come from the developer and change often; prices change monthly; tax rates change every fall. For a home you are serious about, pull the tax bill, the HOA budget, the flood zone and recent sales in that village. To compare villages, see every Lakewood Ranch neighborhood compared, and for the full move, start with our complete guide to moving to Lakewood Ranch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Lakewood Ranch?
The developer reports more than 80,000 residents in 2026. The Census Bureau's Lakewood Ranch census area, which covers only about 46 square miles of the community, had 43,945 people in the 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey.
How big is Lakewood Ranch?
More than 35,000 acres, or about 53 square miles, across Manatee and Sarasota counties, according to the developer. About 46% of the acreage is designated open space.
How many homes are in Lakewood Ranch?
The developer reported 27,918 homes sold and 6,481 rental units completed as of its July 2026 fact sheet, with 49,132 total units entitled. Its FAQ cites more than 35,000 households.
What is the median home price in Lakewood Ranch?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $619,690 in July 2026. Zillow's typical home value was $585,199 in August 2026, and its median sale price was $626,667. Each source measures differently, so compare within one source.
How many villages are in Lakewood Ranch?
More than 40, according to the developer. University Parkway is roughly the county line, with Manatee County villages to the north and Sarasota County villages to the south.
Is Lakewood Ranch the top-selling master-planned community?
It is the top-selling multigenerational master-planned community. The developer reports the No. 1 multigenerational ranking from 2018 through 2025, and the Observer reported it held No. 1 in that division at mid-year 2026. Overall, The Villages sold more homes.
Where do these numbers come from?
Each row in the tables names its source and date. Most community totals come from the developer's July 2026 fact sheet and FAQ; demographics from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey; prices from Redfin and Zillow; and tax rates from the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Sources
- Lakewood Ranch by the Numbers fact sheet (July 2026)
- Lakewood Ranch: Frequently Asked Questions
- Census Reporter: Lakewood Ranch, FL (ACS 2024 5-year)
- Redfin: Lakewood Ranch housing market (July 2026)
- Zillow: Lakewood Ranch, FL home values (August 2026)
- Redfin: 34202 housing market
- Redfin: 34211 housing market
- Redfin: 34240 housing market
- Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District: home page
- Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District: fiscal 2026 assessment schedule
- Public notice: Lakewood Ranch CDD 6 fiscal 2025/2026 assessments
- Manatee County Property Appraiser: 2025 final adopted millage rates
- Sarasota County Tax Collector: 2025 millage rates
- Florida Department of Revenue: CPI-adjusted additional homestead exemption
- Florida Department of Revenue: discretionary sales surtax rates (DR-15DSS)
- SRQ Magazine: Sarasota County Schools achieves A grade (2026)
- Tampa Bay Beacons: School District of Manatee maintains B grade from state (July 2026)
- Your Observer: Lakewood Ranch remains No. 1 in sales in mid-year survey (July 2026)
- Business Observer: 3 master-planned communities in region among top 5 in US for home sales (July 2026)
- Business Observer: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport sets passenger record in 2025
- Your Observer: Lakewood Ranch's response to Hurricane Debby flooding
- Lakewood Ranch: Del Webb Catalina
- Lakewood Ranch: Cresswind
- Manatee County: water and wastewater rates effective June 1, 2026
- Sarasota News Leader: average Sarasota County water and wastewater bill for fiscal 2027