The Meadows Homes with Maintenance Free Community Extras

The Meadows Homes with Maintenance Free Community Extras

Welcome to The Meadows, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. Known for its lush landscapes and serene atmosphere, this vibrant community offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living. With its picturesque surroundings, The Meadows is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle choice that embraces relaxation and recreation.

The Meadows is renowned for its stunning homes, many of which are part of a maintenance-free community. Imagine waking up each day in a beautifully designed residence, where the worries of yard work and home upkeep are a thing of the past. These homes come with a variety of community extras that elevate your living experience. Enjoy access to pristine pools, well-maintained walking trails, and meticulously landscaped gardens—all without the hassle of maintenance.

In addition to the luxurious amenities, residents of The Meadows benefit from a vibrant social scene. The community hosts regular events, fostering connections among neighbors and creating a sense of belonging. Whether you’re an avid golfer, a nature enthusiast, or someone who enjoys cultural events, The Meadows has something for everyone.

Moreover, with its prime location in Sarasota County, you’re just a stone's throw away from stunning Gulf Coast beaches, world-class dining, and a plethora of shopping options. The Meadows is not just a neighborhood; it’s a community where you can thrive and enjoy life to the fullest. Discover the charm of The Meadows and make it your next home!

Newest The Meadows Homes with Maintenance Free Community Extras

$525,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ The Meadows SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. Enchanting opportunity in The Meadows, a park-like oasis in a phenomenal location! Cocooned in a lush Old Florida preserve, this very private pool home offers the ease of maintenance-free living and the seclusion of a remote forest retreat yet remains remarkably close to everything Sarasota has to offer. Inside, high ceilings and tall walls of glass fill the home with natural light and adorn it with serene, lush preserve views from nearly every room. The ideal great-room floor plan offers comfortable living with no wasted space. The open kitchen features white cabinetry, Silver Pearl granite countertops and stainless appliances. A split-bedroom design provides privacy, with the spacious primary suite on one side and two guest bedrooms on the other. Surrounded by mature trees and tropical vegetation, the home feels like a hidden treehouse in the forest. All this tranquility, yet just five minutes from 93 restaurants and all the fun The Meadows has to offer. Set on 1,600 park-like acres, The Meadows is a resort-style community just 15 minutes from downtown. Enjoy 14 miles of scenic trails and, for a low fee, access to a fitness center, Junior Olympic pool, pickleball, golf and Har-Tru tennis. You’ll be minutes to award-winning beaches, vibrant arts and culture, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Nathan Benderson Park, Mote SEA Aquarium, the 31-mile Legacy (bike) Trail, the future Sarasota Orchestra and University Town Center: a favorite shopping, dining and entertainment destination. 2025 water heater, 2023 A/C, 2010 tile roof, maintenance-free, pool needs new surface ($10K), above flood plain in zone X.

2929 Sandringham Place, Sarasota
$209,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Chartwell Green SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
The Meadows | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 789 Sq Ft | Ground Floor. Experience the perfect blend of modern elegance and peaceful golf course living in this fully renovated, move in ready condo in The Meadows. Overlooking Hole 12 and the lake, this ground floor unit offers a private retreat with upscale finishes and beautiful views. Recent upgrades add both value and peace of mind, including hurricane rated sliders and windows installed in July 2025, a new AC system, and a new water heater. Inside, you will find waterproof luxury vinyl flooring throughout, creating a seamless and modern feel. The kitchen has been completely updated with custom shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, and a dishwasher, making it both stylish and functional. The bathroom has been renovated to create a spa like feel, complete with a dual shower head. The spacious primary bedroom features a walk in closet with built in shelving and a stylish barn door. One of the standout features of this home is the screened and enclosed lanai. With peaceful fairway views, this versatile space can serve as a reading nook, sunroom, extended living area, or even a cozy space for overnight guests. Living in The Meadows means enjoying a community known for its mature oak trees, scenic beauty, and resort style amenities. Residents have access to 14 miles of trails, a fitness center, semi Olympic pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a clubhouse, library, and year round social events. The location is hard to beat, just moments from Nathan Benderson Park, UTC Mall, and Mote Marine Laboratory. This ground floor, pet friendly unit is one of the most accessible and desirable floor plans in the community.

3053 Taywood Meadows Unit 3, Sarasota
$399,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ The Meadows SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Significant $25,000 Price Reduction! Welcome to this light and bright updated villa with garden views, paver driveway and a charming, private gated courtyard. This two bedroom, two full bathroom plus den home enjoys maintenance-free exteriors so you have time to enjoy the easy Florida lifestyle! Enjoy an open floor plan featuring gleaming bamboo flooring and plantation shutters, topped off with crown molding for a polished finish. Updates abound including kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry with pull-outs in each cupboard, glass backsplash, newer stainless steel appliances and a clever movable kitchen island for flexibility. The expanded kitchen flows to the den area for a cozy second living area. A spacious living room offers decorative details, built-in cabinetry with storage and a wood-burning fireplace with stacked stone surround. This is the perfect place to entertain or relax with family, with a wall of glass sliders leading to the lanai. A peaceful garden view offers privacy while being a short stroll to one of two heated community pools. The primary suite has sliders to the lanai, large walk-in closet, and an updated ensuite bathroom with granite dual vanities and step in shower. The guest bedroom allows plenty of room for the comfort of guests with an adjacent, updated bathroom just down the hall. A large laundry room with a new, full-size washer and dryer offers even more storage. All popcorn ceilings have been removed, including the garage. New roof 2025, HVAC 2023, water heater 2019, appliances 2023-2026. Loads of storage in the 2-car garage. Chanteclaire is a desirable, well-maintained, quiet neighborhood located within The Meadows, graced with shady oaks and towering pines. 24 hour vehicle safety patrol for peace of mind. Meadows homeowners enjoy pay to play golf, tennis complex with 15 Har-tru courts, 10 pickleball courts, a junior Olympic swimming pool with spa, new fitness center, private dog park, basketball, playground, lending library, and daily complementary coffee with the neighbors. An endless calendar of events, activities, fitness classes, yoga, tai chi, water aerobics, arts and crafts, speaker series, movie and comedy nights, food trucks, and friendly wine and cheese socials allows you to plug into whatever level of active lifestyle suits you! All located within 1,600 acres of mature landscaping with miles of trails, wildlife preserve and over 80 lakes, while convenient to downtown Sarasota for arts, culture and nightlife, and next door to University Town Center Mall for over 90 dining venues and luxury shopping. The best Gulf Coast beaches are easily reached within a short drive. A true oasis community in a sophisticated and vibrant city!

5435 Chanteclaire Unit 69, Sarasota
$250,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Village Lake SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Rare tree-house feel from the lanai overlooking a lush nature trail distinguishes this upgraded, turnkey residence in The Meadows—offering refined, maintenance-free living just steps from resort-style amenities. A true move-in-ready opportunity, enhanced by a 2023 HVAC system, 2025 kitchen and bath updates, and tasteful furnishings included, delivering effortless Florida luxury in a serene, pet-friendly setting. A private lanai frames tranquil, preserved natural views, complemented by nearby access to a heated community pool & gas BBQ grilling area, ideal for relaxed outdoor living. Thoughtfully updated, the residence features new carpeting (2024) and a new HVAC system (April 2023) with annual maintenance. The kitchen is appointed with dolomite and marble countertops, new appliances—including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, sink, and faucet—and upgraded fixtures and hardware, along with refined lighting enhancements (2023, 2026). The desirable split-bedroom layout ensures privacy for owners and guests, with each bedroom offering its own ensuite bath. The primary suite enjoys serene treetop views, dual closets, and a vanity with tub/shower combination, while the guest suite provides a private full bath. Offered fully furnished(in 2021), this residence is completely turnkey and includes linens, cookware, dishes, TV, and essential household items. Additional conveniences include in-unit laundry with stacked washer and dryer, assigned parking, and guest parking. Ideally located across from the Meadows Village Shops, residents enjoy immediate access to dining, wellness services, medical offices, and the seasonal Farmers Market. The Meadows community is renowned for its extensive trail system, scenic lakes, fitness center, pickleball courts, pool and spa, dog park, and vibrant calendar of social activities—all within a secure, 24-hour gated environment. Optional tennis and golf memberships further enhance the lifestyle offering. Not located in a flood zone and offering small dog approval (per association guidelines), this residence presents an exceptional opportunity to experience elevated, turnkey living in one of the area’s most desirable communities. A secure storage facility for boats, RVs, and trailers is also available within The Meadows.

5252 Lake Village Drive Unit 54, Sarasota
$334,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Chelmsford Close SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
BEST VALUE in The Meadows for a 2/2/2 villa! This wonderfully situated villa with a fabulous golf course and water view is your chance to apply your decorating ideas to create a truly stand-out property. Enter your private courtyard through the iron gate and step into your villa through the 6ft wide hallway. The 10 foot ceilings are capped with classic crown molding and picture molding. Enjoy the view and fresh air with your morning coffee or favorite refreshment on the lanai. The master suite will pamper you with a dressing/makeup area, walk-in closet, walk-in shower and direct access to the lanai. Storm protection is provided by the electrically operated shutters and steel-reinforced garage door. Chelmsford Close is one of the most recently constructed communities in The Meadows- you’ll find no popcorn ceilings, or cast iron plumbing, and the property is outside of the flood zones. The villa is of solid block construction capped with barrel tile roofs and the very reasonable condo fees cover ALL exterior maintenance, and even include high speed Fiber-Optic internet service. The Meadows offers numerous recreational activities, including 16 miles of walking/biking trails, 3 Golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center and even a dog park. Some of the country's most beautiful beaches are nearby, as well as world-class arts and culture, restaurants, entertainment and shopping- you’re literally a 5 minute walk to Benderson Park and just 2 miles from the mall at University Town Center. THIS is the Sarasota lifestyle!

3386 Chelmsford Court Unit 7, Sarasota
$300,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Longwood Villas SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. Looking for maintenance-free living? This home is it! Situated on a preserve lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is full of charm. Volume ceilings greet you upon entering and immediately reveal the peaceful preserve view. The enclosed lanai, with its broad sliding doors, offers birdwatching and a chance to enjoy nature at its best. Rich wood luxury laminate flooring and high ceilings accent the main living area. Your family’s cooking enthusiast will love the expansive granite counters for meal prep and the high breakfast bar for serving quick meals. In the main living area, there is plenty of room for a dining table by the tall arched window, which lets in natural light. The main living area is spacious enough to stretch out on sumptuous lounges. The enclosed lanai provides an additional space for dining, reading, or relaxing. The bedrooms are split, with the Primary bed and bath situated in the quietest corner of the home. The Primary closet is spacious and outfitted with shelves, providing ample storage. The 2nd bedroom is split from the Primary, with the 3rd bedroom in the middle. If you need an office space or craft room, the 3rd bedroom is perfect for this setup, with its large arched window, making it ideal for a flex bedroom, office, or craft area. An attached two-car garage containing storage for those extra items completes the home. The home was built as a standalone residence, nestled among mature foliage. This property is just minutes away from I-75, UTC Mall, great restaurants, the airport, all the amenities of Lakewood Ranch and Waterside, great beaches, and downtown Sarasota. Nature trails around the lakes allow residents to enjoy all the beauty and nature this community has to offer. A MUST SEE!

4461 Ascot Circle N, Sarasota
$299,202
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Las Palmas SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
This is the one. Quiet, close to everything, well priced and ready for your personal belongings. Las Palmas is a community filled with family-friendly amenities, gated and in a beautiful setting of mature landscape. Three bedrooms and three baths are separate enough from each other you feel like you have your own wing to live in. Newer floors and upgrades to this amazing residence alloallow buyer to simply move right in. Tour the community and this condominium and you will love that you did. You won't find better value.

5001 Baraldi Circle Unit 22-202, Sarasota
$285,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Willow Green SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Welcome to Paradise! Welcome to The Meadows. You've Got to See This Beautiful 2nd Floor Two Bed-2 Bath Condo with Fantastic Green Belt-Pond Views and a Great Natural Setting That's Both Light and Bright! Home Features Include: Great Southern Exposure, Soaring Ceilings, a Cozy Fireplace, Three Balconies, Waterproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring with Extra Cork Underlayment Throughout this One-Of-A Kind Home. Five Inch Baseboards-Tongue & Groove Ceilings- Kitchen has White Shaker Cabinets, Luna Pearl Granite Countertops, and Stainless Steel Appliances. Stone-Tile-Roman Showers. You'll Love this Neighborhood Too... Steps to Your New Community Pool! Walking Distance to The Meadows Shopping Center---Gather for Coffee and Deserts--or a Few Cold Beverages---even a Great New Restaurant. Tree-lined Streets---Great Walking Trails- Play Golf---Pickleball--Tennis---Have a Great Workout at the Fitness Center----and there's More.....Walk to Benderson Park for More Trails Even Learn About Skulling and Try it For Yourself! But Wait-There's More.....25 minutes to Siesta Key and Lido Key Beach. Gotta See This One!

3037 Willow Green Drive Unit 12, Sarasota
$278,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ The Meadows SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Fabulous location and views! Tranquil pond and golf course views from this bright end-unit in The Meadows, a park-like oasis 15 minutes from downtown. In the desirable maintenance-free Hampstead Heath community, canopied streets and a private front patio welcome you home. Inside, vaulted ceilings, tall windows and walls of sliders bring in the outdoors, creating a bright and tranquil ambiance. You’ll enjoy the spacious great-room layout, ample kitchen with breakfast nook with access to grilling patio, and the relaxing glassed-in lanai showcasing a daily parade of bird life there just to entertain you! The primary suite features a walk-in closet, double vanities and walk-in shower. All just half a block to the heated pool and convenient to all The Meadows has to offer. Set on 1,600 park-like acres, The Meadows is a resort-style community just 15 minutes from downtown. Enjoy 14 miles of scenic trails and available fitness center, Junior Olympic pool, pickleball, golf, and Har-Tru tennis. You’ll be minutes to award-winning beaches, vibrant arts and culture, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Nathan Benderson Park, Mote SEA Aquarium, Legacy Trail, the future Sarasota Orchestra and University Town Center, a favorite shopping, entertainment and dining destination. Furniture available separately, 2026 exterior paint, 2024 shingle roof, 2023 hot water heater, 2021 A/C system, and above flood plain in Zone X.

5456 Hampstead Heath Unit 20, Sarasota
$269,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Village Lake SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath second-floor condo offering the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality. This light-filled residence features a thoughtfully reconfigured open floorplan, creating seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The upscale kitchen is a standout, showcasing solid wood cabinetry with upgraded pull-out shelving, sleek stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and designer lighting. Every detail has been carefully considered to maximize both beauty and efficiency. Throughout the home, you’ll find rich, high-quality flooring, modern fixtures, and a cohesive, elevated design. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, offering a clean, contemporary feel. Enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the screened lanai overlooking the pool, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience. Additional highlights include: • New A/C system • New water heater • Separate laundry room with full-size washer & dryer • Ample storage throughout • VERY low condo dues • Being sold turnkey furnished for immediate enjoyment or rental potential Located in Village Lake, residents enjoy a beautiful pool set alongside a serene lake, complete with natural gas grills—perfect for hosting and enjoying outdoor dining. Nestled within The Meadows, this community offers a truly unique lifestyle with miles of scenic walking and biking trails, lush green spaces, lakes, and a peaceful natural setting. Pet lovers will appreciate the dog park and pet-friendly environment, while the prime location keeps you just minutes from downtown Sarasota’s dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. For those seeking an active lifestyle, optional memberships provide access to fitness facilities, pickleball, tennis, and golf. This is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready condo with high-end renovations, a desirable open layout, and an unbeatable lifestyle location.

5186 Lake Village Drive Unit 90, Sarasota
$210,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Longwater Chase SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. This beautiful ground-floor end-unit 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and stunning views. Step inside to a bright, spacious living and dining area that feels warm and inviting. The living space opens directly onto a serene screened lanai overlooking the lush fairways of The Meadows golf course, an ideal spot for morning coffee or peaceful sunsets. The generous bedroom includes a large walk-in closet for excellent storage. Nestled in the desirable Longwater Chase community, this home places you right in the heart of The Meadows, surrounded by miles of scenic walking and biking trails, access to the outstanding amenities at The Meadows Country Club, offering something for every lifestyle, and just steps away from the community pool, tennis courts and fitness center. You're also just minutes from Sarasota's world-famous beaches, vibrant cultural scene, fine dining, entertainment, and shopping. Plus, the bustling Mall at University Town Center is only a relaxing 20-minute walk away. Don't miss this opportunity to own your own slice of paradise and enjoy the very best of Florida living in The Meadows.

4528 Longwater Unit 35, Sarasota
$225,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Strathmore Villa SubDv. ⋅ 34235 Zip Code
Ready for the new owners to move in. The private foyer leads into the living room, which has been updated with tile flooring. Turnkey furnishings will make your new Florida nest easy to enjoy. The updated kitchen with granite counters and wood cabinets is light and bright. It's open to the dining room, which has lots of windows to let in the light! It also has a door to the side patio, which makes it very convenient to dine al fresco! There's space for tables and chairs and umbrellas, as well as your grill. The bedrooms each have their own bathroom for the convenience or owners and guests. The updating and the walk-in closet on the primary bedroom will allow you to be organized quickly. A linen closet in the hallway is accessible to both bedrooms. There is a sperate laundry room with extra storage space. The carport serves as a spot to meet and greet your neighbors in addition to keeping your car shaded. This is very friendly and active over-55 community. The monthly calendar shows planned activities almost every day. The heated community pool has lots of deck space, tables and chairs for friendly card games around pool. The clubhouse has a full kitchen, providing great space for parties and meeting. There's a library wall and puzzle table, as well as space for meeting the manager to discuss future plans.

1845 Vera Place Unit 29, Sarasota
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