Cassata Lakes

M/I Homes gated community · Nokomis, Sarasota County · ZIP 34275

A small gated new-construction enclave by M/I Homes off Laurel Road, less than a mile west of I-75 in Nokomis.

Gated new buildLaurel Road / I-75 accessA-rated Sarasota schools

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Cassata Lakes is a single builder enclave of roughly 151 homes, so the read is the floor plan, the lot, and the build allowance, not a townwide average. Confirm the exact HOA and flood line per parcel.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

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Jon's Current Read

"Cassata Lakes is a small, single-builder gated community rather than a sprawling master plan, so the read is tighter than usual: M/I Homes is delivering about 151 single-family homes on oversized homesites in the Laurel Road corridor west of I-75. Because it is new construction, the leverage is in the floor plan, the lot premium, the structural and design options, and any builder incentive, not in chasing a townwide average. The HOA is reported on the lower side for a new gated Nokomis community and there is no CDD per current marketing, but both should be confirmed in writing per parcel. Flood zone and elevation are parcel specific in this part of Sarasota County, so a FEMA check and an insurance quote on the exact homesite are essential before you sign."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Cassata Lakes is a gated new-construction community in Nokomis, Sarasota County, built by M/I Homes (with site work tied to MPS Development) less than one mile west of I-75 off Laurel Road. M/I markets the address as Venice, FL 34275, but the parcels sit in the Nokomis postal area between Venice and Sarasota in the fast-building Laurel Road corridor (M/I Homes community page, 2026).

The plan is a streetscape of roughly 151 single-family homes set among several lakes, sidewalks, and open green space, with paver driveways, front porches, and impact glass windows. Floor plans run from three to five bedrooms with optional multigenerational suites, flex rooms, and three-car garages, and buyers can add a pool during construction (M/I Homes, 2026).

Because this is a single-builder enclave, the money is made on the floor plan, the homesite premium, the structural and design options, and any current incentive, not on a townwide average. The community is gated, which buyers here value, and the HOA is reported on the lower side for a new gated Nokomis community with no CDD per current marketing, both worth confirming in writing.

The pitch is new build plus location: a gated enclave minutes from I-75, the Laurel Road retail and hospital build-out, Nokomis and Venice beaches, and A-rated Sarasota County schools. The work is reading the lot and flood exposure, comparing the build allowance to nearby gated peers, and verifying the HOA line before you commit.

Quick Match

Who Cassata Lakes is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a brand-new home with a builder warranty in a gated setting
Commuters who will use I-75 at Laurel Road to reach Sarasota and Venice
Buyers who value A-rated Sarasota County school zoning
Buyers comfortable negotiating floor plan, lot premium, and design options

Probably not for

Buyers who want a large resort-amenity master plan with golf
Anyone unwilling to verify HOA, flood zone, and elevation per homesite
Buyers who want established mature landscaping and resale price history
Buyers who need to be walking distance to the beach or downtown

Market Pulse

How Cassata Lakes 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 Cassata Lakes 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 Toscana Isles or Nokomis. 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

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Cassata Lakes buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Cassata Lakes 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

Gated entry, the core draw for buyers here
Lakes, fountains, and sidewalks throughout the enclave
Open green spaces and grassy areas for recreation
Lighter amenity load than a resort master plan
Confirm exactly what the HOA maintains per parcel

Cassata Lakes is a gated single-builder enclave by M/I Homes rather than a large resort community, so the lifestyle is quiet new-build living centered on the lakes, sidewalks, and open green spaces of the neighborhood, with paver driveways and front porches. Amenity load is lighter than a master plan, which is reflected in the lower reported HOA, and the draw is the gated setting, the Laurel Road and I-75 convenience, and the proximity to Nokomis and Venice beaches, Oscar Scherer State Park, and A-rated Sarasota County schools. Confirm the specific amenities, HOA scope, and flood line for any home before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Cassata Lakes trades resort amenities for location: a gated enclave less than a mile from I-75 at Laurel Road, with Sarasota, Venice, the beaches, and SRQ airport all an easy drive.

Drive times from Cassata Lakes. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point in the community.

I-75 at Laurel Road (Exit 195)~2 to 3 min · less than a mile

Nokomis Beach~15 to 20 min · via Laurel Rd and US 41

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice~10 min · Laurel Road corridor

Downtown Venice~15 to 20 min · shops and dining

Oscar Scherer State Park~10 min · trails and camping

Downtown Sarasota~25 to 30 min · via I-75 or US 41

Sarasota Bradenton Airport (SRQ)~30 to 35 min · via I-75

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

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Cassata Lakes 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

Cassata Lakes (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

Cassata Lakes 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.

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Cassata Lakes address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Cassata Lakes: the Laurel Road corridor build-out west of I-75, the expanding Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice campus, and Sarasota County's long run of A-rated schools. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Cassata Lakes

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe Laurel Road corridor build-out, the hospital expansion, and A-rated schools point to steady demand, with the watch item being how much new gated supply the corridor adds and how flood and insurance costs trend.

Laurel Road corridor build-out west of I-75

2025

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

New retail, a Publix-anchored center, and road improvements near I-75 add services and support demand along the corridor where Cassata Lakes sits.

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice expansion

2024

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

A new patient care tower opened in April 2024, roughly doubling inpatient capacity and anchoring jobs and services minutes from the community.

Sarasota County schools A grade for a 22nd year

2025

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: County

The district's continued A grade and A-rated Laurel Nokomis School support school-driven demand for homes in this zone.

New gated supply across the corridor

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Several gated communities are building nearby, so buyers have choices and the build allowance and dues must be compared, not assumed.

Parcel-level flood and insurance costs

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Flood zones and insurance costs vary by parcel in this part of Sarasota County, making the FEMA check and an insurance quote essential even on new construction.

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 Cassata Lakes, 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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July 2025
Schools
Sarasota County Schools earns A grade for 22nd consecutive year
The Florida Department of Education's 2025 school grades again rated Sarasota County Schools an A, the longest active streak in the state, with 95 percent of district-managed schools earning an A or B. Why it matters: Sustained A-rated schools, including A-rated Laurel Nokomis School, support school-driven demand for homes in the Cassata Lakes zone. Source
April 2024
Development
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice opens new patient care tower
SMH-Venice opened new private patient suites in its five-story Northeast Tower in April 2024, a major step toward nearly doubling inpatient capacity on the Laurel Road campus minutes from Cassata Lakes. Why it matters: The hospital expansion anchors jobs, services, and demand in the Laurel Road corridor where the community sits. Source
November 2025
Market
Nokomis and the Laurel Road corridor read as a buyer-leaning market
Late 2025 local market coverage describes Nokomis and ZIP 34275 as a buyer-leaning market with softening medians and several months of supply, while the Laurel Road corridor continues to build out new gated communities. Why it matters: A buyer-leaning corridor strengthens the case to negotiate the build allowance, lot premium, and incentive on a new home. 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 Cassata Lakes buying strategy.

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

Read the floor plan and lot first. In a single-builder enclave the plan and the homesite premium set your floor on value, not a community average.

Verify the HOA in writing. Marketing reports a lower monthly HOA and no CDD, so get the recorded dues and rules for the exact parcel before you sign.

Run the FEMA flood zone and elevation for the specific homesite, since flood exposure is parcel specific across this part of Sarasota County.

Price the build against gated peers. Compare the M/I allowance to nearby gated communities like Toscana Isles before you lock options.

Ask for the current incentive. Builders in this corridor run rate-lock and design-credit offers, so confirm what applies to your contract in writing.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-positioned lot with the floor plan and options matched to real comps

Biggest Risk

Overpaying on options or a lot premium that resale will not return

Best Lot

A higher, drier homesite outside the flood zone with a usable lake or buffer view

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA, flood zone, and current incentive before you sign

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

Cassata Lakes Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Cassata Lakes.

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 Cassata Lakes 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 Plan

A smaller M/I floor plan on a standard interior homesite, the most affordable way into the gated enclave.

Lowest entry

The Core Build

A mid-size plan with sensible options on a good lot, often with a lake or buffer view, the heart of the community.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger five-bedroom plan with a pool and premium homesite, the homes that should hold value best here.

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 Plan

A smaller M/I floor plan on a standard interior homesite, the most affordable way into the gated enclave.

The Core Build

A mid-size plan with sensible options on a good lot, often with a lake or buffer view, the heart of the community.

The Top

A larger five-bedroom plan with a pool and premium homesite, the homes that should hold value best here.

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 Cassata Lakes, 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 Cassata Lakes 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 Cassata Lakes holds value.

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

New construction conditionBuilder warranty

Location within corridorStrong

HOA and CDD postureConfirm per parcel

Lot premium and options valueVerify against comps

Flood read per lotVerify per address

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 Cassata Lakes

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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Cassata Lakes is a small gated M/I enclave, not a master plan. The deal is won or lost on the floor plan, the lot premium, the options, and the HOA and flood read.

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.

7.6B+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.4/10

Renovation Risk2.2/10

Location Efficiency8.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.8/10

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 Cassata Lakes 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

Lake / 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

Higher, drier homesites outside the flood zone hold value
Verify the FEMA flood zone and elevation for the exact lot
Lake and buffer view lots carry a premium, confirm it pencils
Interior standard lots are the affordable entry
Read the lot and flood picture before locking finishes

In a single-builder enclave like Cassata Lakes, the homesite is the part of your money the market protects. Higher, drier lots outside the flood zone, and lots with a usable lake or preserve buffer view, hold value better than tight interior or low-lying parcels. The finishes and options can be matched later; the lot, the elevation, and the flood zone cannot. Read the homesite and the FEMA flood map first, then weigh whether the lot premium and the options pencil against nearby gated comps.

The 15-Second Verdict

Cassata Lakes in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a brand-new gated home with a builder warranty near I-75 and Sarasota schools.

Biggest advantageNew construction in a gated enclave minutes from I-75, Laurel Road retail, and the beaches.

Biggest riskOverpaying on options or a lot premium, and parcel-level flood exposure.

Sweet spotA well-positioned lot and floor plan matched honestly to nearby gated comps.

Avoid ifYou want a large resort-amenity master plan or established resale history.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

HOA reported on the lower side, confirm the recorded figure
No CDD per current marketing, verify the parcel tax line
Gated community, dues cover gate, lakes, and common areas
Smaller enclave, lighter amenity load than a resort master plan
Flood zone and elevation are parcel specific, check FEMA

Current marketing reports a monthly HOA on the lower side for a new gated Nokomis community and no CDD assessment, which keeps carrying cost competitive against peers. Treat any figure as a starting point and confirm the recorded dues, what they cover, and the rules for the exact parcel before you sign.

Where dues apply they typically cover the gate, common areas, lakes, and landscaping of shared spaces. Cassata Lakes is a smaller enclave, so amenity load is lighter than a large resort master plan; verify exactly what the HOA maintains for the specific home.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Cassata Lakes 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 Cassata Lakes.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 Cassata Lakes

Price it to the floor plan, the lot, and the gated new-build comps, not a guess.

Selling a newer home in Cassata Lakes means pricing to your specific floor plan, lot premium, and options against true comps in the gated Laurel Road corridor, not a townwide average. In a single-builder enclave, the plan and the homesite 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 Cassata Lakes, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Toscana Isles, 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 Cassata Lakes home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Cassata Lakes 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.

Cassata Lakes Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Cassata Lakes 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 Cassata Lakes?

Cassata Lakes is a gated new-construction community in Nokomis, Sarasota County, less than one mile west of I-75 off Laurel Road, between Venice and Sarasota. The builder markets the address as Venice, FL 34275.

Is Cassata Lakes in Venice or Nokomis?

Both names appear. The community sits in the Nokomis postal area in ZIP 34275, but M/I Homes markets it under Venice because the Venice and Nokomis line runs through this corridor. Either way it is in Sarasota County.

Who is the builder at Cassata Lakes?

Cassata Lakes is built by M/I Homes, with site development tied to MPS Development. It is a single-builder gated enclave of roughly 151 single-family homes (M/I Homes community page, 2026).

How many homes are in Cassata Lakes?

The community is planned for about 151 single-family homes set among several lakes and green spaces, per the builder. Confirm the current phase and availability with a tour.

Does Cassata Lakes have an HOA or CDD?

It has a gated HOA, reported on the lower side for a new gated Nokomis community, and no CDD per current marketing. Always confirm the recorded dues and the parcel tax line in writing before you buy.

What home types are at Cassata Lakes?

M/I Homes offers single-family floor plans with three to five bedrooms, optional multigenerational suites, flex rooms, three-car garages, and the option to add a pool during construction.

What schools serve Cassata Lakes?

The community is in Sarasota County Schools, with Laurel Nokomis School (PK-8) and Venice High among the area schools, and the gifted Pine View School in nearby Osprey. Assignment is by address, so confirm the zoned schools for the exact home.

Are Sarasota County schools good?

Sarasota County Schools earned an A grade for the 22nd consecutive year in 2025, the longest such streak in Florida (Florida DOE via Patch and the district, July 2025). Laurel Nokomis School earned an A in 2025.

How far is Cassata Lakes from I-75?

Less than one mile west of I-75 at the Laurel Road interchange (Exit 195), making Sarasota, Venice, and points north and south an easy drive. Confirm your real commute at your departure time.

How far is Cassata Lakes from the beach?

Nokomis Beach and Venice Beach are a short drive west via Laurel Road and US 41, typically around fifteen to twenty-five minutes depending on traffic and the exact beach. Confirm the route for your home.

Should I worry about flood zones at Cassata Lakes?

Flood exposure is parcel specific across this part of Sarasota County. Run the FEMA flood zone, elevation, and an insurance quote for the exact homesite during diligence, even on new construction.

Is Cassata Lakes a good investment?

New construction with impact glass, a builder warranty, and a gated setting near I-75 and A-rated schools supports demand, but as a single-builder enclave the floor plan, lot, and options drive resale. This is not a guarantee of future value.

What is the Laurel Road corridor like?

Laurel Road near I-75 is building out fast, with new retail, a Publix-anchored center, and the expanding Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice campus nearby, which supports services and demand in the area (Sarasota News Leader and local guides, 2024 to 2025).

How does Cassata Lakes compare to other gated Nokomis communities?

It is smaller and more amenity-light than large resort master plans like Toscana Isles, Bellacina, or Talon Preserve, which trades amenity load for a lower fee profile. Compare the build allowance and dues before deciding.

Who is the best real estate agent for Cassata Lakes?

The best agent for Cassata Lakes is one who actively works Nokomis 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 Cassata Lakes.

How do I find a top Nokomis real estate agent who knows Cassata Lakes?

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 Cassata Lakes and the wider Nokomis area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Cassata Lakes?

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

The Verdict

Should you buy in Cassata Lakes?

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

Buyers who want a brand-new gated home with a builder warrantyExcellent fit

Commuters who will use I-75 at Laurel Road to reach Sarasota and VeniceExcellent fit

Buyers who value A-rated Sarasota County school zoningExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable negotiating floor plan, lot premium, and optionsExcellent fit

Buyers who will verify the HOA, flood zone, and incentive in writingExcellent fit

Buyers who want a large resort-amenity master plan with golfProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify HOA, flood zone, and elevation per homesiteProbably not

Buyers who want mature landscaping and a long resale price historyProbably not

Buyers who need to be walking distance to the beach or downtownProbably not

Buyers who will not compare the build allowance to nearby gated peersProbably not

Get the inside read on Cassata Lakes

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your Cassata Lakes home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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A Momentum Realty Cassata Lakes specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Cassata Lakes - what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

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

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Cassata Lakes

The 60-Second Overview

Who Cassata Lakes is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Cassata Lakes is performing right now

Cassata Lakes on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Sarasota County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Cassata Lakes

Laurel Road corridor build-out west of I-75

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice expansion

Sarasota County schools A grade for a 22nd year

New gated supply across the corridor

Parcel-level flood and insurance costs

Sarasota County Schools earns A grade for 22nd consecutive year

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice opens new patient care tower

Nokomis and the Laurel Road corridor read as a buyer-leaning market

The Cassata Lakes buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Cassata Lakes.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Cassata Lakes holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Cassata Lakes

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 Cassata Lakes is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Cassata Lakes in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Cassata Lakes buy.

Price it to the floor plan, the lot, and the gated new-build comps, not a guess.

In Cassata Lakes, condition and view decide your number

What is your Cassata Lakes home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Cassata Lakes Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Cassata Lakes?

Get the inside read on Cassata Lakes

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