The Founders Club

Gated golf community · Sarasota County · ZIP 34240

A gated golf community in east Sarasota, custom homes on large preserve lots around a Robert Trent Jones Jr. course.

Gated golf communityCustom homes on large lotsEast Sarasota off Fruitville

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

The Founders Club is a custom-home community where the lot, the builder, and the membership choice drive the number far more than the community name, so the honest read is parcel by parcel.

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Jon's Current Read

"The Founders Club is a gated custom-home golf community in east Sarasota, not a production master plan, so the read is different: homes were built one at a time by the area custom builders on large preserve and water lots around a Robert Trent Jones Jr. course, and the lot, the builder, the year built, and the level of finish drive the number far more than any community average. The club membership is optional and separate from the mandatory HOA, which materially changes the carrying cost from one buyer to the next. Your leverage is reading the specific lot and home against true comps, and pricing the membership and HOA picture honestly rather than to a headline."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Founders Club is a gated golf community in east Sarasota, Sarasota County, set on roughly 700 acres east of I-75 off Fruitville Road. It is organized around an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. course, with custom homes set on large preserve and water lots amid mature oaks, pines, and palms (The Founders Golf Club, thefoundersgolfclub.com, 2026).

This is a custom-home community rather than a production subdivision. Homes were delivered by area custom builders, with the club listing John Cannon Homes, Lee Wetherington Homes, London Bay Homes, and Todd Johnston Homes among its builders, so the stock varies widely in age, size, and finish from one parcel to the next (The Founders Golf Club, 2026).

Club membership is optional and separate from the mandatory homeowners association, which means two homes at a similar list can carry very different monthly costs depending on the buyer membership choice. The lot, the builder, the year built, and the membership decision, not the Founders Club name, set the real cost of ownership.

The pitch is a private, low-density golf setting close to the city: the community sits minutes from I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota, while keeping a gated, preserve-heavy feel. The work is reading the specific lot and home against true comps and verifying the HOA and membership lines before you fall for a listing.

Quick Match

Who The Founders Club is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a gated, low-density golf setting on a large lot
Custom-home buyers who value preserve and water views over uniformity
Golfers weighing an optional membership on a Robert Trent Jones Jr. course
Buyers who want proximity to I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota

Probably not for

Buyers who want a low-cost production home with predictable fees
Anyone unwilling to verify HOA dues and the membership structure per home
Buyers who want walkable, high-density amenities at the doorstep
Buyers expecting uniform housing stock and pricing across the community

Market Pulse

How The Founders Club is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current The Founders Club listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Solera at Lakewood Ranch or Sarasota. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in The Founders Club buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

The Founders Club on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course anchors the community
Clubhouse with dining, fitness, and golf facilities
Club membership is optional and separate from the HOA
Gated, low-density, preserve-heavy setting
Confirm current membership terms before you buy

The Founders Club is a gated golf community of custom homes rather than a production subdivision, so the lifestyle centers on the private, preserve-heavy setting and the Robert Trent Jones Jr. course. A clubhouse anchors dining, golf, and fitness, with membership optional and separate from the mandatory HOA. Homes sit on large lots amid mature oaks and pines, and the stock varies by builder and era. Confirm the current amenities, membership terms, and dues before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The Founders Club trades a high-density doorstep for a private, gated golf setting that is still minutes from I-75, University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, and the Gulf beaches.

Drive times from The Founders Club. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point inside the community.

I-75 at Fruitville Road~5 to 10 min · interstate access

University Town Center~10 to 15 min · shopping and dining

Downtown Sarasota~20 to 25 min · via Fruitville Road

Sarasota bayfront and arts district~20 to 25 min · culture and dining

Siesta Key beaches~30 to 40 min · Gulf beaches

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport~20 to 25 min · regional airport

Lakewood Ranch~15 to 20 min · east-side hub

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact parcel. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near The Founders Club with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

The Founders Club (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Sarasota County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

The Founders Club is served by Sarasota County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Public

Tatum Ridge Elementary (verify by address)

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McIntosh Middle (verify by address)

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Booker High (verify by address)

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any The Founders Club address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around The Founders Club: the east Sarasota growth corridor near University Town Center, the strength of the Sarasota County master-planned market that surrounds it, and the custom-home dynamics inside the gates. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in The Founders Club

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around The Founders Club, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishEast Sarasota growth near University Town Center and the strength of the surrounding Sarasota County market point to steady demand for gated golf addresses, with the watch item being how the custom-home stock prices against newer construction nearby.

University Town Center expansion north of the community

2026

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued retail and dining additions at University Town Center deepen the everyday amenity base a short drive from the gates.

Sarasota County master-planned market strength

2025 to 2026

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: County

Top national rankings for nearby master-planned communities underline strong relocation demand across east Sarasota and Manatee.

Custom-home stock means value is lot and builder driven

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes here vary widely by builder, era, and lot, so the read is per home, not a community average.

Optional club membership separate from the HOA

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Because membership is optional and billed separately, two similar listings can carry very different monthly costs.

Strong east Sarasota location near I-75

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Quick I-75 and Fruitville Road access to Sarasota, the airport, and the beaches supports the location case behind demand.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting The Founders Club, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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June 2026
Development
More retailers and eateries announced for University Town Center
Local reporting describes more than a dozen businesses, from restaurants to retailers, coming to University Town Center, the regional shopping hub a short drive north of The Founders Club. Why it matters: A deepening amenity base at University Town Center strengthens the everyday convenience case for gated communities in east Sarasota. Source
January 2026
Market
Sarasota County master-planned communities keep dominating national rankings
Local coverage of RCLCO data notes that Sarasota County communities, led by Lakewood Ranch and Wellen Park, again ranked among the nation top-selling master-planned communities, underscoring the area housing demand. Why it matters: Sustained demand across the surrounding county supports values for established gated golf addresses like The Founders Club. Source
July 2025
Market
Lakewood Ranch holds No. 1 master-planned community standing
Local reporting on RCLCO mid-year data describes Lakewood Ranch, the large master plan east of The Founders Club, retaining its top national standing among master-planned communities. Why it matters: Continued strength in the adjacent east-county market reflects the relocation demand that underpins values across the area. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The The Founders Club buying strategy.

If we were buying in The Founders Club, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the specific lot first. Preserve, water, and fairway lots vary widely here, and the lot is the part of the value the market protects.

Identify the builder and year built. Custom homes by different builders and eras carry very different systems, finish, and renovation math.

Verify the HOA dues for the exact home, and confirm what they include, because this is a mandatory association separate from any club dues.

Decide on club membership before you offer. Membership is optional and separate from the HOA, so it changes your true monthly cost materially.

Cross-shop nearby gated options, such as Solera at Lakewood Ranch, if newer construction or a different fee model fits better.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-built custom home on a strong preserve or water lot, matched to real comps

Biggest Risk

Underreading the builder, the year built, and the renovation math on an older custom home

Best Lot

A large, private preserve or water lot, the part of the value the market protects

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA dues and the membership choice before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

The Founders Club Homes For Sale

What your money buys in The Founders Club.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in The Founders Club today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry

An earlier custom home on a solid lot, where condition and finish drive value. The way into a gated golf address at the lower end of the range.

Lowest entry

The Core

An updated or newer custom home on a strong preserve or water lot, the heart of the resale market in the community.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger recent custom estate on a premium lot, the homes that hold value best in a custom-home golf community.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry

An earlier custom home on a solid lot, where condition and finish drive value. The way into a gated golf address at the lower end of the range.

The Core

An updated or newer custom home on a strong preserve or water lot, the heart of the resale market in the community.

The Top

A larger recent custom estate on a premium lot, the homes that hold value best in a custom-home golf community.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in The Founders Club, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in The Founders Club is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well The Founders Club holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Location within east SarasotaStrong

Gated golf communityPositive

Lot quality and privacyStrong

HOA and membership postureConfirm per home

Builder and condition readVerify per home

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The Founders Club

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The Founders Club name spans many builders, eras, and lots. The deal is won or lost on the specific lot, the builder, and the HOA and membership math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.8B+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.6/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency8.2/10

Long-Term Defensibility8.0/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on The Founders Club is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

GolfLake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

Large preserve and water lots anchor value here
The lot is the part of value the market protects
Fairway and preserve exposure vary widely by parcel
Read the lot before the finishes on a custom home
Confirm the exact lot lines and any easements

In a gated custom-home community like The Founders Club, the lot is the part of your money the market protects. Large preserve and water lots, and lots with strong privacy and exposure, hold value better than lesser parcels. The house reflects a single builder choices and can be updated; the lot, the preserve frontage, and the setting cannot. Read the lot and the setting first, then price the builder, the year built, and the condition of the home against it.

The 15-Second Verdict

The Founders Club in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, low-density golf setting on a large custom-home lot.

Biggest advantageA private preserve setting around a Robert Trent Jones Jr. course, minutes from Sarasota.

Biggest riskBuilder, year built, and renovation math on a custom home, plus the membership choice.

Sweet spotA well-built custom home on a strong lot matched honestly to comps.

Avoid ifYou want a low-cost production home with predictable, uniform fees.

HOA, Club & Fees

15-Second Take

Mandatory HOA, confirm dues per home in writing
Club membership is optional and separate from the HOA
Public listing data indicates no CDD, verify per parcel
Membership choice changes your true monthly cost
Confirm what the HOA covers before you offer

The Founders Club carries a mandatory homeowners association, and club membership is a separate, optional choice. Public listing data for the community indicates no CDD assessment, but the exact HOA dues, what they cover, and any membership minimums should be confirmed in writing for the specific home before you offer.

Where the HOA applies, it typically covers the gated entry, road and common-area maintenance, and community management; the optional club membership separately covers golf and clubhouse access. Confirm the current dues schedule and any membership requirement for the exact parcel.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a The Founders Club buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxSarasota County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in The Founders Club.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in The Founders Club

Price it to the lot, the builder, and the home condition, not a Founders Club average.

Selling in The Founders Club means pricing to your specific lot, your builder, and your home condition and finish, not to a community average that mixes many builders and eras. The lot quality, the year built, and the level of updates are what set your number.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In The Founders Club, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Solera at Lakewood Ranch, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your The Founders Club home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in The Founders Club matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in The Founders Club year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Sarasota County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Sarasota County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Sarasota County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Sarasota County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

The Founders Club Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

The Founders Club is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Founders Club, Florida?

The Founders Club is a gated golf community in east Sarasota, Sarasota County, set east of I-75 off Fruitville Road, minutes from University Town Center and downtown Sarasota.

What kind of community is The Founders Club?

It is a gated golf community of custom homes on large lots, organized around an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. course, on roughly 700 acres of preserve-heavy land (The Founders Golf Club, 2026).

Who designed the golf course?

The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and is the centerpiece of the community (The Founders Golf Club, 2026).

Is club membership required to buy a home?

Club membership is optional and separate from the mandatory homeowners association. Confirm any current membership requirement and the dues schedule for the specific home before you offer.

Does The Founders Club have a CDD?

Public listing data for the community indicates no CDD assessment, but you should verify the tax lines for the exact parcel during diligence, since assessments are parcel specific.

What are the HOA fees at The Founders Club?

The community carries a mandatory HOA, with the optional club membership billed separately. The exact dues and what they cover should be confirmed in writing for any specific home.

Who built the homes in The Founders Club?

Homes were delivered by area custom builders. The club lists builders including John Cannon Homes, Lee Wetherington Homes, London Bay Homes, and Todd Johnston Homes (The Founders Golf Club, 2026).

What schools serve The Founders Club?

Listings for the community reference Tatum Ridge Elementary, McIntosh Middle, and Booker High in Sarasota County Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home.

How far is The Founders Club from downtown Sarasota?

Downtown Sarasota and the bayfront are a short drive west via Fruitville Road and I-75. Drive times depend on your exact start point and the time of day.

How close is University Town Center?

University Town Center is a short drive north of the community via I-75. It continues to add retail and dining, so the exact mix changes over time (Your Observer, 2026).

Is The Founders Club gated?

Yes. It is a gated community with controlled access, which is part of the private, low-density appeal of the setting.

Why does pricing vary so much in The Founders Club?

Because it is a custom-home community spanning many builders, eras, and lot types, the lot, the builder, the year built, and the level of finish set the price far more than the community name.

Is The Founders Club a good investment?

Demand reflects the gated golf setting and the strong east Sarasota location, but this is a custom-home market where the lot, the builder, and condition drive the outcome. As with any custom-home community, this is not a guarantee of future value.

What is the lifestyle like at The Founders Club?

It is a private, preserve-heavy golf setting with a clubhouse, optional membership, and large lots, close to Sarasota shopping, dining, and beaches. Confirm current amenities and membership terms before you buy.

Who is the best real estate agent for The Founders Club?

The best agent for The Founders Club is one who actively works Sarasota and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for The Founders Club.

How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows The Founders Club?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows The Founders Club and the wider Sarasota area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for The Founders Club?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your The Founders Club purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in The Founders Club?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want a gated, low-density golf setting on a large lotExcellent fit

Custom-home buyers who value preserve and water views over uniformityExcellent fit

Golfers weighing an optional membership on a Robert Trent Jones Jr. courseExcellent fit

Buyers who want proximity to I-75, University Town Center, and downtown SarasotaExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the lot, the builder, and the fees per homeExcellent fit

Buyers who want a low-cost production home with predictable feesProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify HOA dues and the membership structure per homeProbably not

Buyers who want walkable, high-density amenities at the doorstepProbably not

Buyers expecting uniform housing stock and pricing across the communityProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget the systems and finish read on a custom homeProbably not

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The Founders Club median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in The Founders Club, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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The Founders Club

The 60-Second Overview

Who The Founders Club is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How The Founders Club is performing right now

The Founders Club on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Tatum Ridge Elementary (verify by address)

McIntosh Middle (verify by address)

Booker High (verify by address)

Recent Developments in The Founders Club

University Town Center expansion north of the community

Sarasota County master-planned market strength

Custom-home stock means value is lot and builder driven

Optional club membership separate from the HOA

Strong east Sarasota location near I-75

More retailers and eateries announced for University Town Center

Sarasota County master-planned communities keep dominating national rankings

Lakewood Ranch holds No. 1 master-planned community standing

The The Founders Club buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in The Founders Club.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well The Founders Club holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The Founders Club

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on The Founders Club is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

The Founders Club in 15 seconds.

HOA, Club & Fees

Tools for a The Founders Club buy.

Price it to the lot, the builder, and the home condition, not a Founders Club average.

In The Founders Club, condition and view decide your number

What is your The Founders Club home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

The Founders Club Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in The Founders Club?

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