Lakewood Ranch spans 47 square miles across Manatee and Sarasota counties, offering a distinctive Florida lifestyle. This master-planned community features diverse housing options, from single-family homes to apartment communities, with average rents ranging from $2,120 for one-bedroom units to $3,585 for four-bedroom homes. The Braden River flows through the southern portion of the community, complementing the area's parks and green spaces. Residents enjoy championship golf courses and Main Street at Lakewood Ranch, a central gathering place for shopping, dining, and community events.
The area's story began in 1905 when John Schroeder assembled the land as Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, which the Uihlein family later purchased in 1922. Today, Lakewood Ranch serves as an educational center, home to the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and State College of Florida. With approximately 35,000 residents, the community continues to grow.
