Gracewater at Sarasota

Gated master plan · Sarasota County · ZIP 34234

A gated, master-planned new build on Fruitville Road, minutes from I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota.

New constructionResort-style amenitiesFruitville Road access

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Gracewater is an active new-construction community, so the read is by builder, floor plan, lot, and phase, plus the HOA and CDD carrying lines, not by a single community average.

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Jon's Current Read

"Gracewater is a new-construction master plan, so the read is different from established resale: your number is driven by the builder and floor plan you choose, the specific lot and phase, and the full carrying picture of HOA dues plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill. The community pairs villas and single-family homes from builders including David Weekley and Privada, with a resort-style Pura Vida Club amenity center phasing in, and a Fruitville Road location that puts I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota within a short drive. Your leverage is choosing the right plan and lot, reading the HOA and CDD math honestly, and weighing builder incentives against resale comps as the community fills in."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Gracewater at Sarasota is a gated, master-planned new-construction community on Fruitville Road in east Sarasota, Sarasota County (David Weekley Homes and community sources, 2026). The plan pairs low-maintenance paired villas with single-family homes from a mix of builders, with sales addresses on Fruitville Road and homes in ZIP 34234.

The builder mix is a defining feature. David Weekley Homes is selling paired villas in the community, and Privada Homes and Lee Wetherington Homes are also building here, so floor plans, finishes, and price points vary by builder and product line. As an active new build, the right read is by builder, plan, lot, and phase rather than one community number.

The amenity story centers on the Pura Vida Club, a resort-style amenity center phasing in with a zero-entry pool, cabanas, a fitness center, lighted pickleball courts, and a clubhouse, plus an on-site lifestyle manager and Peppa's dog park (David Weekley Homes and community sources, 2026). Confirm the current amenity delivery status and timeline for your phase before you buy.

The pitch is new construction plus location: a gated master plan with builder warranties and resort amenities, set on Fruitville Road with quick access to I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota. The work is choosing the right builder and plan, verifying the HOA and CDD carrying lines, and reading builder incentives against resale comps as phases deliver.

Quick Match

Who Gracewater is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich new-construction master plan in east Sarasota
Buyers who value builder warranties and a low-maintenance villa or new single-family home
Commuters who will use Fruitville Road and I-75 to reach UTC and downtown Sarasota
Buyers comfortable budgeting HOA dues plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill

Probably not for

Buyers who want an established resale neighborhood with mature trees and no CDD
Anyone unwilling to verify HOA, CDD, builder, and amenity timeline before buying
Buyers who want a short, traffic-free commute to the Gulf beaches
Buyers who need amenities fully delivered on day one rather than phasing in

Market Pulse

How Gracewater 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 Gracewater 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 Skye 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

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Gracewater at Sarasota buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Gracewater 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

Pura Vida Club is the resort-style amenity center
Zero-entry pool with cabanas planned
Fitness center and lighted pickleball courts
Clubhouse plus on-site lifestyle manager
Confirm what is open for your phase

Gracewater at Sarasota is a gated, master-planned new-construction community on Fruitville Road, so the lifestyle centers on its resort-style amenities and low-maintenance new homes. The Pura Vida Club amenity center is phasing in with a zero-entry pool, cabanas, a fitness center, lighted pickleball courts, and a clubhouse, alongside an on-site lifestyle manager, community events, and a dog park. Homes are paired villas and single-family plans from a mix of builders including David Weekley and Privada. Confirm the current amenity delivery status and the HOA and CDD lines before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Gracewater trades a new-build CDD carrying cost for a central east-Sarasota location, with Fruitville Road and I-75 carrying you to UTC, downtown Sarasota, the airport, and the Gulf beaches.

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

I-75 (Fruitville Road interchange)~5 to 10 min · interchange being rebuilt

University Town Center (UTC)~10 to 15 min · mall and dining

Downtown Sarasota~10 to 15 min · via Fruitville Road

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)~15 to 20 min · regional airport

Siesta Key beach~20 to 30 min · Gulf barrier island

Sarasota Memorial Hospital~10 to 15 min · main hospital

Lakewood Ranch~15 to 20 min · east via I-75

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

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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

Gracewater (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

Gracewater 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 Gracewater address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Gracewater: the I-75 and Fruitville Road interchange rebuild, the build-out of the gated master plan and its Pura Vida Club amenity center, and east Sarasota's broader new-construction growth. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Gracewater at Sarasota

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe Fruitville corridor's improving access and Gracewater's amenity build-out point to steady demand, with the watch items being construction disruption at the interchange and the pace of amenity delivery against carrying cost.

I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange rebuild

2025

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

A new diverging diamond interchange and I-75 widening, with construction started in 2025, improves access at Gracewater's doorstep but brings near-term construction disruption.

Pura Vida Club amenity center phasing in

2026

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

The resort-style amenity center with pool, pickleball, fitness, and clubhouse strengthens the community's appeal as it delivers, so confirm timing for your phase.

Gracewater Sarasota CDD on the tax bill

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

The CDD established in 2021 funds community infrastructure and adds an assessment to the tax bill, so carrying cost must be read per home alongside the HOA.

Multi-builder new construction build-out

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Active selling by David Weekley, Privada, and Lee Wetherington means buyers cross-shop resale against builder inventory and incentives until the community fills in.

East Sarasota new-construction growth

2026

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Region

Sustained master-planned growth east of I-75 in Sarasota County supports demand and services along the Fruitville and University corridors.

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 Gracewater at Sarasota, 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 2025
Infrastructure
Construction begins on I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange
Florida officials announced the groundbreaking of the I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange project, which rebuilds the interchange as a diverging diamond and widens I-75, with construction starting in summer 2025 and completion projected later in the decade. Why it matters: The rebuilt interchange improves long-term access at Gracewater's doorstep, with near-term construction disruption to factor into the commute. Source
March 2025
Infrastructure
FDOT prepares for Fruitville and I-75 interchange construction
FDOT detailed plans to reconstruct the I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange as a diverging diamond and widen about two miles of I-75 to six lanes, an effort estimated at over a confirmed amount million, citing regional population growth. Why it matters: The scale of the investment signals the corridor's importance, while the build phase is a near-term watch item for buyers on Fruitville Road. Source
January 2026
Market
Sarasota County master-planned communities keep dominating national rankings
Sarasota Magazine reported that Sarasota County master-planned communities continued to rank among the nation's top sellers, underscoring sustained new-construction demand east of I-75 around the Fruitville and University corridors. Why it matters: Strong regional master-plan demand supports the case for new construction in east Sarasota, including the Fruitville corridor where Gracewater sits. 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 Gracewater buying strategy.

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

Pick the builder and plan first. Gracewater pairs villas and single-family homes from builders including David Weekley and Privada, so the builder and floor plan set the floor on value and finish.

Read the HOA and CDD math together. Gracewater carries an HOA plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill, so confirm both lines for the exact home before you offer.

Verify the amenity timeline for your phase. The Pura Vida Club amenity center is phasing in, so confirm what is open and when for your section.

Choose the lot and phase carefully. Pond-view and interior lots and earlier or later phases carry different premiums and construction timelines in a new build.

Weigh incentives against resale comps, and cross-shop the larger east-Sarasota master plans such as Skye Ranch if scale and amenity depth outrank location.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-located villa or single-family plan on a pond-view or premium lot, matched to comps

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting the HOA plus CDD carrying cost, or buying ahead of amenity delivery

Best Lot

A pond-view or premium interior lot in a desirable phase

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA, CDD, and amenity timeline 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

Gracewater Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Gracewater.

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 Gracewater today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Villa Entry

Low-maintenance paired villas, the accessible way into the gated master plan with builder warranties and amenity access.

Lowest entry

The Single-Family Core

New single-family homes on premium and pond-view lots, the heart of the resale market here as phases deliver.

Most inventory

The Top

Larger single-family plans on the best lots from the higher-end builders, the homes positioned to hold value best.

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 Villa Entry

Low-maintenance paired villas, the accessible way into the gated master plan with builder warranties and amenity access.

The Single-Family Core

New single-family homes on premium and pond-view lots, the heart of the resale market here as phases deliver.

The Top

Larger single-family plans on the best lots from the higher-end builders, the homes positioned to hold value best.

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 Gracewater, 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 Gracewater 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 Gracewater holds value.

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

Location on Fruitville corridorStrong

New construction qualityBuilder warranty

HOA and CDD postureHOA plus CDD, verify per home

Amenity delivery statusPhasing in, confirm timeline

Builder and plan selectionVaries by builder, verify

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 Gracewater

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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Gracewater is a new build, so the deal is won or lost on the builder and plan, the lot and phase, and the HOA and CDD carrying 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.

7.6B+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.4/10

Renovation Risk2.2/10

Location Efficiency8.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.2/10

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 Gracewater 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

Pond-view and premium lots carry a premium and hold value
Confirm the lot premium and phase before you commit
Earlier and later phases differ on timeline and selection
HOA plus CDD apply to every lot, verify both lines
Read the lot and amenity status before the finishes

In a new-construction master plan like Gracewater, the lot and phase are the part of your money the market protects. Pond-view and premium interior lots, and lots in more desirable phases, hold value better than standard or back-row parcels, while the CDD assessment applies across the community. The house is brand new; the lot premium and the phase are what you cannot change later. Read the lot, the phase, and the amenity delivery status first, then weigh the plan and finishes against resale comps.

The 15-Second Verdict

Gracewater in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, amenity-rich new build in east Sarasota with builder warranties.

Biggest advantageNew construction plus location, resort amenities and a Fruitville Road position near I-75 and UTC.

Biggest riskHOA plus CDD carrying cost and buying ahead of amenity delivery in an active build.

Sweet spotA villa or single-family plan on a premium lot matched honestly to resale comps.

Avoid ifYou want an established no-CDD resale or a short, traffic-free beach commute.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

HOA plus CDD apply, verify both per home
David Weekley villa HOA reported near a confirmed amount per month
CDD assessment appears on the property tax bill
Dues vary by builder and product line
Confirm amenity access and timeline for your phase

Gracewater carries an HOA, reported around a confirmed amount per month for the David Weekley villas with higher dues on other product lines, plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill (David Weekley Homes and community sources, 2026). Confirm the exact HOA dues and CDD line for the specific home and builder before you offer.

HOA dues typically cover common-area landscaping and maintenance, irrigation, and access to community amenities such as the Pura Vida Club, with the exact inclusions varying by product line. The CDD assessment funds community infrastructure and is repaid over time on the property tax bill.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Gracewater 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 Gracewater.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 Gracewater

Price it to the builder, plan, lot, and amenity status, not a single Gracewater average.

Selling in Gracewater means pricing to your specific builder, floor plan, lot, and phase, against both resale comps and the builder's current incentives on standing inventory. In an active new build, the competition is the builder next door, so condition and lot premium 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 Gracewater, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Skye 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 Gracewater home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Gracewater at Sarasota 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.

Gracewater at Sarasota Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Gracewater at Sarasota 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 Gracewater at Sarasota?

Gracewater is a gated, master-planned new-construction community on Fruitville Road in east Sarasota, Sarasota County, in ZIP 34234, with quick access to I-75, University Town Center, and downtown Sarasota.

Is Gracewater new construction?

Yes. Gracewater is an active new-construction master plan with paired villas and single-family homes from a mix of builders, sold directly by the builders and on the resale market as homes deliver.

Who builds homes in Gracewater?

Builders in Gracewater include David Weekley Homes, which sells paired villas, along with Privada Homes and Lee Wetherington Homes (David Weekley Homes and community sources, 2026). Confirm the current builder lineup and available plans.

Does Gracewater have HOA and CDD fees?

Yes. Gracewater carries an HOA, reported around a confirmed amount per month for the David Weekley villas with higher dues on other product lines, plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill. Confirm both lines for any specific home.

What is the Gracewater Sarasota CDD?

The Gracewater Sarasota Community Development District is a special-purpose government entity established in 2021 by Sarasota County to fund and maintain community infrastructure, with the assessment repaid over time on the property tax bill.

What amenities does Gracewater offer?

Gracewater is centered on the Pura Vida Club, a resort-style amenity center phasing in with a zero-entry pool, cabanas, a fitness center, lighted pickleball courts, and a clubhouse, plus an on-site lifestyle manager and a dog park. Confirm what is open for your phase.

What types of homes are in Gracewater?

Gracewater offers low-maintenance paired villas and single-family homes across multiple builders and floor plans, so size, finish, and price vary by builder and product line. Confirm the current plans and availability.

How far is Gracewater from I-75?

Gracewater sits on Fruitville Road with quick access to the I-75 interchange a short drive east. Drive times depend on your exact start point and the time of day, and the interchange is being rebuilt.

How far is Gracewater from downtown Sarasota?

Community sources describe Gracewater as roughly a short drive, about five minutes by their measure, to downtown Sarasota via Fruitville Road. Confirm the route and time for your specific home and departure time.

What schools serve Gracewater?

Gracewater is in Sarasota County Schools, with David Weekley listing Emma Booker Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High as the assigned schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned schools for any home.

How far is Gracewater from the Gulf beaches?

The Sarasota barrier-island beaches such as Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key are reachable by car, with drive times that vary by destination and traffic. Confirm the route for your specific home.

Is Gracewater a good investment?

New construction in a growing east-Sarasota corridor with builder warranties and resort amenities supports demand, but a CDD assessment and amenity phasing affect carrying cost and value. As with any new build, the builder, plan, lot, and incentives drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.

Why does Gracewater pricing vary?

Because the community spans multiple builders, villa and single-family product lines, and different lots and phases, each with its own finish level, lot premium, and carrying cost. The builder, plan, and lot, not the Gracewater name alone, set the price.

Is Gracewater gated?

Yes. Gracewater is described as a gated, master-planned community. Confirm current access and any guest entry procedures with the community.

Who is the best real estate agent for Gracewater at Sarasota?

The best agent for Gracewater at Sarasota 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 Gracewater at Sarasota.

How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows Gracewater at Sarasota?

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 Gracewater at Sarasota and the wider Sarasota area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Gracewater at Sarasota?

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

The Verdict

Should you buy in Gracewater?

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

Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich new-construction master plan in east SarasotaExcellent fit

Buyers who value builder warranties and a low-maintenance villa or new single-family homeExcellent fit

Commuters who will use Fruitville Road and I-75 to reach UTC and downtown SarasotaExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable budgeting HOA dues plus a CDD assessment on the tax billExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the builder, plan, lot, and amenity timeline before buyingExcellent fit

Buyers who want an established resale with mature trees and no CDDProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify HOA, CDD, builder, and amenity status per homeProbably not

Buyers who need a short, traffic-free commute to the Gulf beachesProbably not

Buyers who want amenities fully delivered on day one rather than phasing inProbably not

Buyers unwilling to weigh builder incentives against resale compsProbably not

Get the inside read on Gracewater

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your Gracewater 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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Gracewater at Sarasota median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Gracewater at Sarasota, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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Gracewater at Sarasota

The 60-Second Overview

Who Gracewater is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Gracewater is performing right now

Gracewater 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 Gracewater at Sarasota

I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange rebuild

Pura Vida Club amenity center phasing in

Gracewater Sarasota CDD on the tax bill

Multi-builder new construction build-out

East Sarasota new-construction growth

Construction begins on I-75 at Fruitville Road interchange

FDOT prepares for Fruitville and I-75 interchange construction

Sarasota County master-planned communities keep dominating national rankings

The Gracewater buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Gracewater.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Gracewater holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Gracewater

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 Gracewater is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Gracewater in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Gracewater buy.

Price it to the builder, plan, lot, and amenity status, not a single Gracewater average.

In Gracewater, condition and view decide your number

What is your Gracewater home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Gracewater at Sarasota Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Gracewater?

Get the inside read on Gracewater

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Need to sell fast in Sarasota County?

You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.

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