Front elevation17128 Ranchside Place, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Sources: Stellar MLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes
As of September 26, 2026, 17128 Ranchside Place in Star Farms, Lakewood Ranch is listed at $1,599,000 (3,651 sq ft, about $438 per sq ft). That is 94% above Star Farms's median closed sale of $826,044 over the last 12 months (66 recorded sales). Per square foot it is above the community's recent $274/sq ft by about 60%. It came to market within the past week. Listing facts: built in 2025, a private pool, HOA dues of $266/mo. The parcel maps to FEMA flood zone X, outside the special flood hazard area. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- No CDD assessment on record
- Built 2025 · 1 yrs
- 3,651 sq ft of living area
- 3-car garage
- Listed at $1,599,000 — recent neighborhood median sale price ~$826,044 (nearby sales; deemed reliable, not an appraisal)
- New to market
- HOA $266/mo (per listing)
Pricing & the STAR FARMS market
How this home is priced against recent nearby sales, and where STAR FARMS has been over 25 years. Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records; closed sales, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates only; see data notes.
This home’s $/sq ft vs. nearby sales
List $/sq ft against recent nearby closed sales; the community median is marked.
Price vs. size in STAR FARMS
Each dot is a closed sale since 2022 (130 total). This home is the gold marker.
Sale price (y) by living area in sq ft (x). Stellar MLS closed sales.
Median $/sq ft by year
Community sold $/sq ft, 2024–2026. This home lists at $438/sq ft.
Median sale price by year
12-month median closed price, 2024–2026.
This home’s history
- 2025BuiltPer public record
- Aug 12, 2026First trackedObserved at $1,599,000
- NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. Listing milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Estimated monthly payment
- Principal & interest $8,536/mo 80%
- Taxes $1,399/mo 13%
- Insurance $431/mo 4%
- HOA $266/mo 3%
$10,632/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 7.03% · edit any field to update.
Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.
Momentum Property Score
46/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.
A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.
Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent nearby sales. They are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.
The Momentum read
🟡 Asking $438 per square foot, about 60% above the community’s $274 median. STAR FARMS’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $274. Median sold price per square foot is down 28.7% year over year. Confidence: Very High · 66 closed sales in 12 monthsMLS facts: Stellar MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.
29% of homes in STAR FARMS are owner-occupied. An estimated 71% are non-owner-occupied, including 27% held in a company or trust and 13% out-of-state owners.Why it matters: a high owner-occupied share typically means fewer rentals nearby and steadier resale demand.Source: Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records), 270 homes matched. Community-level context.
Recent STAR FARMS sales closed near 100.0% of original asking. Cash paid for about 19% of recent closings here.Why it matters: the community’s own record shows how far opening prices typically move, and how often buyers compete without financing.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, community-level, 12 months ending August 2, 2026. Aggregates only; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
What’s unique here: no CDD assessment.
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Updated September 26, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
About this home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. The moment you see the sweeping lake and preserve backdrop, you know this home is different. Set on one of Star Farms’ most distinctive larger homesites, 17128 Ranchside Place combines refined design, dramatic natural views, and a newly completed outdoor retreat that rivals a private resort.
The homesite is further enhanced by an easement along one side, creating additional separation and a greater sense of privacy. Built in 2025 by Homes by WestBay, this impressive Siesta Key II offers more than 3,600 square feet of elevated living with four bedrooms, a private den, an oversized bonus room, three full baths, a powder bath, and a split three-car garage. Impact windows provide added peace of mind, energy efficiency, and storm protection.
Perfectly positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac street, the home also offers convenient access to the community’s walking and biking trail directly from the end of the cul-de-sac, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors right from your doorstep. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to embrace the Florida lifestyle, both indoors and out. The custom pool and spa create a spectacular private retreat overlooking the lake and preserve.
Highlights include elevated luxury leathered marble decking, an oversized sun shelf with bubblers, cascading water features, a linear fire feature, and generous covered and open-air gathering areas within the expansive screened lanai. The upgraded clear-view screen enclosure minimizes visual interruptions and showcases unobstructed panoramic views across the lake and preserve. Sliding glass doors seamlessly connect the interior living spaces with this exceptional outdoor setting, creating an ideal environment for entertaining or relaxing year-round.
Inside, soaring 12-foot ceilings extend from the foyer through the main living areas, enhancing the home’s open and airy atmosphere. A newly added custom feature wall creates a striking focal point with warm natural wood accents, shiplap detailing, a floating mantel, and a sleek linear electric fireplace. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home with upgraded cabinetry, quartz countertops, upgraded GE Café appliances, a premium 6-burner cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, a spacious walk-in pantry, and an oversized island offering abundant seating, workspace, and additional cabinetry beneath the island bar for even more storage.
The open-concept design provides an effortless flow between the kitchen, dining, gathering, and outdoor living areas. Located within Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch, a thoughtfully planned 700-acre gated community, this home is within walking distance of the community’s main amenity center, Palm Bar, coffee shop, resort-style pool, and 24-hour fitness center, putting some of Star Farms’ most popular lifestyle amenities just moments from home. Residents also enjoy miles of walking and biking paths along with an amenity-rich environment centered around recreation, wellness, and social connection.
Shopping, dining, healthcare, entertainment, sports facilities, cultural attractions, and Florida’s renowned Gulf Coast beaches are all within convenient reach. Experience refined design, exceptional outdoor living, incredible lake and preserve views, added privacy, direct trail access, and an outstanding location within one of Lakewood Ranch’s most exciting communities. Schedule your private showing today.
Description provided by PREFERRED SHORE LLC and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.
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The Messtimate
This is a deliberately dumb estimate — living area times a range of recent neighborhood $/sq ft, and nothing else. It is not an appraisal, not market value, and not a valuation of this home. Even a tight range from comparable sales can’t price a specific home — here’s why.
Actual list price: $1,599,000 — compare it against the range above. The Messtimate is a blind sqft estimate; the list price reflects this specific home.
A 27% spread on the same house — and that gap is exactly what an automated guess can't see:
- Condition & updates — a renovated kitchen or new roof vs. dated finishes can swing value six figures; sq ft can't see it.
- The lot & views — a premium golf, water, or preserve lot vs. a road-facing one: same sq ft, very different price.
- Outliers skew it — one flip or distressed sale in the comps drags the whole $/sq ft up or down.
- Carrying costs & concessions — this home carries HOA dues of $266/mo; with insurance and any seller-paid buydown, that changes what a buyer actually pays, and a sq ft estimate ignores all of it.
- The pool — a private pool carries cost and value that living area doesn't capture.
And here's what the live market is doing — which the number above ignores entirely:
- 58 active listings competing, 82 under contract
- 404 closed here in the last 12 months
For reference, this home is listed at $1,599,000 ($438/sq ft) — a number set with analysis a Messtimate can't do.
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Methodology: 3,651 sq ft × $241–$307/sq ft from recent nearby closed sales (public records). Estimate for general information only; not an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 26, 2026.
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Price & listing history
Building permits
Flood zone & elevation
Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.
From the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. In this zone lender-required flood insurance is generally not mandated; confirm for the parcel.
Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
This is a coastal Florida county. Premiums and coverage vary by home; obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.
Internet & broadband
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Xfinity/Spectrum cable broadband is widely available.
T-Mobile / Verizon fixed-wireless as a backup option.
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Recent sales activity in STAR FARMS
Recent comparable closed sales near this home, from public records. Summary figures are for general reference only and are not a valuation of this property. See the STAR FARMS neighborhood guide for more.
Recent nearby closings in the data set.
Canonical 12-month median closed price. Reference only.
Canonical 12-month median $/sq ft. Reference only.
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Schools currently assigned to this address in Manatee County, provided as neutral factual data. Assignments can change — confirm current zoning with the school district. This is not a statement about the home's suitability for any person or family.
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Comparable recent sales
Recent closed sales nearby, with photos, so you can compare. Sold prices are public record, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Community 12-month median: $274/sq ft. Shown for general reference only — this is not an appraisal or a statement of this home's value. Sold prices are public record and deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Investment snapshot
Objective rental and cash-flow estimates for a buyer weighing this as an investment. Rough figures for general information only — not a guarantee of rent, an appraisal, or investment advice. Verify independently.
Buyer research checklist
Items worth confirming for 17128 Ranchside Place, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
- Built in 2025: confirm the roof and HVAC install dates and whether any builder or manufacturer warranty transfers.
- HOA dues are listed at $266/mo: request the current budget, reserves, and rules before relying on that figure or on any restriction.
- FEMA flood zone X: flood insurance is not usually required, but get a quote anyway — FEMA reports roughly one in four flood claims come from outside high-risk zones.
- Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Manatee County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
- Private pool: confirm the barrier or alarm meets the state residential pool safety code and ask for pump, heater, and resurfacing records.
- Listed living area is 3,651 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
- Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
- Review permit history with the county.
- Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $16,790/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price; the seller's homestead cap does not transfer, so their current bill is not a guide.
- School zoning shown here comes from district data and changes; confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before relying on them.
Approximate distances
Approximate drive times for general reference only.
Data sources & freshness
| Listing record | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 26, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, as of August 2, 2026 |
| Flood zone & elevation | FEMA flood maps + USGS elevation (Zone X shown above) |
| Taxes & monthly cost | Estimated from county rates; not a quote |
| Insurance figure | Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district |
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Frequently asked questions
How big is 17128 Ranchside Place and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 17128 Ranchside Place was built in 2025 and has 3,651 sq ft of living area, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 17128 Ranchside Place in?
17128 Ranchside Place is in Star Farms in Lakewood Ranch, Manatee County. The community section on this page shows recent closed sales, days on market, and active inventory for Star Farms from the same MLS data.
Does 17128 Ranchside Place have an HOA, and how much are the dues?
The listing reports HOA dues of $266 per month. Dues, what they cover, and the community's rules should be confirmed from the association's current documents before relying on them.
Why might property taxes on 17128 Ranchside Place differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $16,790 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price. Florida's Save Our Homes rule caps annual assessment increases for homesteaded owners, and the assessment resets after a sale, so a new owner's bill may differ from the seller's. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 17128 Ranchside Place in a flood zone?
The FEMA flood map places this parcel in Zone X, outside the special flood hazard area, so flood insurance is not usually required by a lender. It is still available and worth quoting; confirm the parcel's status with FEMA and your insurer.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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