Lakeridge Falls vs Solera at Lakewood Ranch
Two Manatee communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-14.
| Metric | Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $379K | $490K |
| Price per sq ft | $235 | $195 |
| Avg days on market | 76 days | 46 days |
| Months of supply | 1.2 mo | 1.9 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market (limited data) | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 30 | 69 |
The verdict
Solera at Lakewood Ranch carries the higher median price — about 29% above Lakeridge Falls. Homes in Solera at Lakewood Ranch sell faster (46 days on market vs 76). Lakeridge Falls is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Manatee County, FL | Manatee County, FL |
| City / area | Sarasota | Bradenton |
| ZIP | 34223, 34243 | 34202, 34211 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | not enough parcels sampled | all 11 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 3 | 11 |
| Under contract | 2 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $379K to $480K | $415K to $675K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 1 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Villa | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lakeridge Falls homes for sale · Solera at Lakewood Ranch homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 401 | 586 |
| Built | 2001–2004 (median 2003) | 2021–2024 (median 2022) |
| Typical living area | 1,651 sq ft | 2,537 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 78% | 48% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 97 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Lakeridge Falls median | Solera at Lakewood Ranch median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $432K (34 sales) | $514K (86 sales) |
| 2023 | $395K (10 sales) | $576K (75 sales) |
| 2024 | $465K (15 sales) | $507K (133 sales) |
| 2025 | $405K (13 sales) | $490K (79 sales) |
| 2026 | $405K (27 sales) | $470K (55 sales) |
Since 2022, Lakeridge Falls's median sale price is -6% and Solera at Lakewood Ranch's is -9% — Lakeridge Falls has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 91.8% | 96.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 98% |
| Typical sold home | 1,675 sq ft | 2,605 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 43 (normal) | 40 (normal) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Lakeridge Falls | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Gullett Elementary |
| Middle | not reported | Dr Mona Jain Middle |
| High school | not reported | Lakewood Ranch High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Lakeridge Falls is the lower entry point (median $379K vs $490K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Solera at Lakewood Ranch; Lakeridge Falls trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Solera at Lakewood Ranch (46 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Solera at Lakewood Ranch more expensive than Lakeridge Falls?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Solera at Lakewood Ranch is $490,000 versus $379,000 in Lakeridge Falls, about 29% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lakeridge Falls or Solera at Lakewood Ranch?
Solera at Lakewood Ranch: its homes were built 2021–2024 with a median year of 2022, versus a median of 2003 in Lakeridge Falls (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Solera at Lakewood Ranch. The typical home there is 2,537 sq ft of living area, versus 1,651 sq ft in Lakeridge Falls.
Which has appreciated more, Lakeridge Falls or Solera at Lakewood Ranch?
From 2022 to 2026 the median sale price rose -6% in Lakeridge Falls and -9% in Solera at Lakewood Ranch (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Solera at Lakewood Ranch — sellers there received 96.2% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 91.8% in Lakeridge Falls.
Go deeper on each: Lakeridge Falls homes, photos & schools · Solera at Lakewood Ranch homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.