Colonial Woods Estates in Sarasota

Colonial Woods Estates
Homes for Sale in Sarasota, FL

All 2,742 homes for sale in Sarasota, FL · median $554,895 · 158 homes for sale in 34232 · Sarasota County homes for sale

Community in Sarasota · Sarasota County · ZIP 34232
24 homesBuilt 1994–1997
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 11 closed sales in Colonial Woods Estates in Sarasota, FL since 2009, the most recent in March 2026. Across Sarasota as a whole, 5,626 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $503,500, 57 median days on market, with 2,487 homes for sale today. At that median and Sarasota County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.48 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,790 ($6,250 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Colonial Woods Estates Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
88%
Owner-occupied · Colonial Woods Estates
21 of 24 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
12%
Non-owner-occupied · Colonial Woods Estates
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
25%
Cash buyers · Colonial Woods Estates
1 of 4 sales, 12 mo ending June 2021
24
Homes in the community
24 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 17 years of records
1994–1997
Years homes were built
median 1996 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 2 in 2007
Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written October 26, 2026

Colonial Woods Estates is a small, finished pocket of 24 homes built in a tight window from 1994 to 1997, with a median living area of 2,226 square feet. Price here is driven by condition and updates rather than floor plan variety - the homes are of a generation, so what separates one sale from the next is what has been done to it since. Expect a wide spread between an original-condition house and a renovated one, even at similar square footage.

There are currently no active listings, and roughly 88% of the homes carry a homestead exemption. That combination tells you this is a low-turnover, owner-held enclave. For a buyer, that means patience and readiness to move when something lists. For a seller, it means scarcity can work in your favor, but the comp set is thin - pricing has to be built from a small, dated pool of sales rather than a steady stream of recent activity.

Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside COLONIAL WOODS ESTATES right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

2403 ARBORETUM CIRCLE #29
$340K · 0.3 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,244 sqft
2403 ARBORETUM CIRCLE #29
Listed by RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
5273 TURTLE CREEK LANE
$649K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,541 sqft
5273 TURTLE CREEK LANE
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
5182 LANCEWOOD DRIVE #14
$325K · 0.4 mi away
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,923 sqft
5182 LANCEWOOD DRIVE #14
Listed by RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
2640 MAPLELOFT LANE
$640K · 0.4 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,009 sqft
2640 MAPLELOFT LANE
Listed by WILLIAM RAVEIS - FLORIDA LLC
2212 VINSON AVENUE
$310K · 0.4 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 888 sqft
2212 VINSON AVENUE
Listed by REALTY EXECUTIVES GALLERY
2461 GOLD OAK COURT
$490K · 0.5 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,579 sqft
2461 GOLD OAK COURT
Listed by Sarasota REAL ESTATE GROUP

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

A compact, built-out neighborhood of 24 similarly-aged homes in Sarasota, defined by owner occupancy and near-total lack of current inventory rather than by any list of shared amenities.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 15 homes in COLONIAL WOODS ESTATES that have changed hands since 2010, built between 1994 and 1997 (median 1996), with a median living area of about 2,082 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buying to hold long term in a low-turnover, owner-occupied enclave
  • Buyers who want a full-sized 1990s single-family home around 2,226 square feet and will wait for the right listing
  • Buyers comfortable judging value on condition and updates rather than a deep bench of recent comps

Probably not for

  • Needing to close on a tight, non-negotiable timeline given there are no active listings
  • Wanting community amenities such as a gate, pool, or clubhouse
  • Prioritizing new construction or a wide range of floor plans and home eras

The market around Colonial Woods Estates

Colonial Woods Estates is a small community — 11 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 34232, 181 homes are on the market and 22% are under contract — a steady corner of Sarasota.

Across Sarasota County, 4,856 homes are active and 1,589 pending (25% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

In ZIP 34232 (Sarasota), 377 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $390K ($269/sq ft), up 1.2% year over year, with a median 42 days on market. Right now 5 active and 1 pending listings - a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 34232 housing market and the Sarasota County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Colonial Woods Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Schools

In short
  • Sarasota County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Sarasota County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
  • Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high · By address
  • Magnet and choice options may apply · Choice

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Colonial Woods Estates listings and can change; always confirm with Sarasota County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Colonial Woods Estates address.

If we were buying in Colonial Woods Estates today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Colonial Woods Estates.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a settled, built-out street of similarly-sized 1990s homes and can wait for inventory.
Biggest Risk
With no active listings and a thin sales record, both timing and valuation are harder than in a busier market.
Sweet Spot
An updated home near the 2,226-square-foot median, bought when one actually comes available.
Avoid If
You need to move on a fixed timeline or want amenities like a gate, pool, or club.

A built-out enclave with thin supply

With all 24 homes built between 1994 and 1997 and a median year of 1996, Colonial Woods Estates offers consistency of era and scale. The median footprint of 2,226 square feet points to full-sized single-family homes rather than a mix of product types. No community amenities turn up in current MLS listings, so what you are buying is the house and the location, not a club, gate, or shared facility.

The high homestead share - about 88% - signals that most of these homes are primary residences held for the long term. That stability is a feature if you want a settled street, but it also means listings surface rarely and the recent sales record you would lean on for valuation is limited. Underwriting a purchase or setting a list price here requires working the few available comps carefully and adjusting hard for condition.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Colonial Woods Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a neighborhood with zero active listings and a tight, owner-held base, the edge is knowing when something is about to come up and reading a thin comp set honestly. We track this pocket of Sarasota closely, so we can tell you quickly whether a given house is priced to its condition - and talk you out of it when the numbers do not hold.

Colonial Woods Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a settled, built-out street of similarly-sized 1990s homes and can wait for inventory.
Biggest advantageA small, consistent housing stock with high owner occupancy and low turnover.
Biggest riskWith no active listings and a thin sales record, both timing and valuation are harder than in a busier market.
Sweet spotAn updated home near the 2,226-square-foot median, bought when one actually comes available.
Avoid ifYou need to move on a fixed timeline or want amenities like a gate, pool, or club.
The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Colonial Woods Estates sales matched to your home.

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Colonial Woods Estates key facts
LocationSarasota, Sarasota County, FL · ZIP 34232
Homes in the community24 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1994–1997 (median 1996)
Typical living area2,226 sq ft (median)
For sale right now0 active, 0 pending
Owner-occupied (homestead) share88%
Zoned public schoolsSarasota County Public Schools (verify by address); Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high; Magnet and choice options may apply

Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2009 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Colonial Woods Estates key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/colonial-woods-estates, data as of August 2, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in COLONIAL WOODS ESTATES, Sarasota

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 52 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-10-25)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Streets in this community

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Colonial Woods Estates?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 24 homes in Colonial Woods Estates (public records).
What share of Colonial Woods Estates is owner-occupied?
88% of Colonial Woods Estates parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Colonial Woods Estates built?
Homes in Colonial Woods Estates were built between 1994 and 1997, with a median year built of 1996 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Colonial Woods Estates?
Cash buyers took 25% of Colonial Woods Estates sales in the 12 months ending June 2021 (1 of 4 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve Colonial Woods Estates?
Colonial Woods Estates is served by Sarasota County Public Schools, typically Sarasota County Public Schools (verify by address) and Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high. Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for Colonial Woods Estates?
The best agent for Colonial Woods Estates is one who actively works Sarasota and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Colonial Woods Estates.
How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows Colonial Woods Estates?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Colonial Woods Estates and the wider Sarasota area.
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Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Colonial Woods Estates purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Colonial Woods Estates, and what county is it in?
Colonial Woods Estates is in Sarasota, Sarasota County, FL, ZIP 34232.
Buying to hold long term in a low-turnover, owner-occupied enclaveExcellent fit
Buyers who want a full-sized 1990s single-family home around 2,226 square feet and will wait for the right listingExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable judging value on condition and updates rather than a deep bench of recent compsExcellent fit
Needing to close on a tight, non-negotiable timeline given there are no active listingsProbably not
Wanting community amenities such as a gate, pool, or clubhouseProbably not
Prioritizing new construction or a wide range of floor plans and home erasProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 26, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2009 (11 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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