Question 1

How many communities are in Lakewood Ranch?

Accepted Answer

The 2026 master database contains 46 distinct communities and subcommunities — from small gated villages to large multi-builder developments like Star Farms.

Question 2

What ZIP codes are in Lakewood Ranch?

Accepted Answer

Lakewood Ranch spans three ZIP codes — 34202 (10 communities), 34211 (26 communities), and 34240 (10 communities).

Question 3

Is Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota County or Manatee County?

Accepted Answer

Both. 36 communities are in Manatee County (ZIP codes 34202 and 34211). 10 communities, including all Waterside subcommunities, are in Sarasota County (ZIP code 34240).

Question 4

Which Lakewood Ranch communities are 55+?

Accepted Answer

Three: Cresswind Lakewood Ranch (34211, active new construction), Del Webb Lakewood Ranch (34202, established), and Del Webb Catalina (34211, active new construction).

Question 5

Which Lakewood Ranch communities have golf?

Accepted Answer

Six: Azario – Esplanade, Calusa Country Club, Country Club East, Esplanade Golf & Country Club, Lakewood National Golf Club, and The Country Club.

Question 6

Which Lakewood Ranch communities are gated?

Accepted Answer

35 of the 46 communities in the 2026 database. See the full Gated Communities page for the complete list.

Question 7

What is Waterside at Lakewood Ranch?

Accepted Answer

Waterside is a master-planned area in Sarasota County (ZIP 34240) developed around Waterside Place, a lakefront town center. It contains seven distinct residential communities: Bungalow Walk, Emerald Landing, Kingfisher Estates, LakeHouse Cove, Shellstone, Shoreview, and Wild Blue.

Question 8

Are there new construction communities in Lakewood Ranch?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 22 communities in the 2026 database are categorized as active or late-stage new construction. Note: Aurora at Lakewood Ranch is sold out and no longer offers new construction. Always verify availability directly with the builder.

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