University Park
Country Club

1990s to 2000s gated golf community · University Park, Manatee County · ZIP 34201

A gated, resident-owned golf benchmark off University Parkway, roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclaves around 27 holes of Ron Garl golf.

Gated and resident-owned27-hole Ron Garl golf32 enclave neighborhoods

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

University Park Country Club is roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclaves, from maintenance-free villas to estate homes on varied lots, so the honest read is by enclave, golf and water exposure, and condition, not by one community average.

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Jon's Current Read

"University Park Country Club is a gated, resident-owned golf community off University Parkway on the Manatee side of the Sarasota line, and the read is different from a brand-new master plan: it is a largely built-out community of roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclave neighborhoods wrapped around a 27-hole Ron Garl golf course, where the enclave, the lot, golf and water exposure, and an honest read of a now decades-old home drive the number more than the University Park name. The amenities are resident-owned through a recreation district, and a 2024 bond series is funding clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking upgrades with completion estimated around late 2026 (Your Observer, 2024; confirm current status). Your leverage is matching the enclave and lot to how you want to live, and reading the recreation-district assessment, HOA line, and insurance math before you fall for a price."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

University Park Country Club is one of the area's established gated golf communities, set off University Parkway just west of I-75 in University Park, Manatee County, with a Sarasota mailing reach in ZIP 34201. It is a master-planned community of roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclave neighborhoods, wrapped around a 27-hole Ron Garl golf course, built largely through the 1990s and 2000s (community guides and Your Observer, 2024; confirm per listing).

The community spans a wide range of product, from maintenance-free villas to larger estate homes, but it reads as enclave by enclave: each of the 32 neighborhoods has its own lots, golf and water exposure, and update history, so the enclave and the lot do real work on value here. Many homes border a fairway or a preserve, while others sit on interior streets.

The University Park name covers homes of different vintages, sizes, and conditions, so the money is made or lost on the enclave, the lot, golf and water exposure, and an honest read of a decades-old home's roof, systems, and insurability, not the headline price.

The pitch is gated, resident-owned golf living in a central location on the Manatee line: a staffed gate, 27 holes of Ron Garl golf, tennis and pickleball, fitness, and dining, minutes from University Town Center, Benderson Park, and I-75. The work is matching the enclave and lot to how you live, and verifying the recreation-district assessment, the HOA line, and the insurance math before you fall for a price.

Quick Match

Who University Park is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a gated, resident-owned golf community off University Parkway
Golfers who value living on or near a 27-hole Ron Garl course
Buyers who want a staffed entry gate and resident-owned amenities
Buyers comfortable budgeting renovation and insurance on a decades-old home

Probably not for

Buyers who want brand-new construction with a builder warranty
Anyone unwilling to verify the recreation-district assessment and HOA line per listing
Buyers who want a no-amenity, no-fee neighborhood
Buyers unwilling to read roof, systems, and insurance on an older home

Market Pulse

How University Park 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 University Park 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 Country Club of Sarasota or University Park. 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.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in University Park Country Club buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

University Park 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

27-hole Ron Garl golf course on site
Resident-owned through the recreation district
Tennis, pickleball, fitness, and croquet
Staffed entry gate is a core feature
Golf and racquet membership tiers are additional cost

University Park Country Club is a gated, resident-owned master-planned golf community in University Park, Manatee County, built largely through the 1990s and 2000s, with roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclave neighborhoods wrapped around a 27-hole Ron Garl golf course and a staffed entry gate. Residents purchased the club in 2019 and run the amenities through a recreation district, with a 2024 bond series funding clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking upgrades estimated to finish around late 2026. Amenities include tennis and pickleball, a fitness center, croquet, walking and biking streets, and dining. Confirm any specific home's HOA line, recreation-district assessment, golf and racquet membership tiers, and what conveys before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

University Park trades new construction for a gated, resident-owned golf location on the Manatee line, with University Parkway and I-75 carrying you to University Town Center, the airport, downtown Sarasota, and Bradenton.

Drive times from University Park Country Club. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point inside the community.

University Parkway~2 to 5 min · main artery

I-75 at University Parkway~3 to 6 min · regional access

University Town Center mall~5 to 10 min · shopping and dining

Nathan Benderson Park~5 to 10 min · rowing and trails

Downtown Sarasota~15 to 25 min · south on US 41

Sarasota Bradenton airport~10 to 15 min · SRQ

Lakewood Ranch~10 to 15 min · east on SR 70 area

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

Nearby Communities

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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

University Park (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

Manatee 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

University Park is served by Manatee 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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Manatee County Public Schools (verify by address)

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By address

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

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around University Park Country Club: the resident-owned recreation district and its 2024 amenity bond program, the Sarasota and Manatee 2025 to 2026 price reset, and Florida's stabilizing homeowners insurance picture. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in University Park Country Club

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishA gated, resident-owned golf location off University Parkway supports steady demand, with the watch items being how the recreation-district assessments settle, how decades-old homes price for condition, and how insurance costs normalize.

2024 recreation-district bond funds amenity upgrades

2024

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

A roughly 21 million dollar bond series funds clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking upgrades, modernizing the amenities but adding assessments residents should read before buying.

Sarasota and Manatee prices ease into a buyer market

Jan 2026

NeutralMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: County

Area median prices eased and days on market lengthened through 2025, a normalization that rewards condition-priced established homes and gives buyers leverage.

Florida insurance costs show signs of stabilizing

2025

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: State

Reforms and new carriers slowed premium growth sharply, easing a key carrying-cost concern for buyers of decades-old homes.

Condition risk on decades-old homes

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Most homes date to the 1990s and 2000s, so roof, systems, and insurability drive value and have to be read per home.

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 University Park Country Club, 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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May 2024
Development
University Park recreation district issues 2024 amenity bond series
Five years after a 24 million dollar purchase bond, the University Park Recreation District issued a roughly 21 million dollar second bond series to upgrade the clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking, validated in court in April 2024, with completion estimated around late 2026. Why it matters: The bond modernizes the resident-owned amenities but adds assessments buyers should read into the carrying-cost math. Source
January 2026
Market
Sarasota and Manatee market points to a more robust 2026
RASM leadership pointed to stabilizing insurance and mortgage rates and continued in-migration as memories of the 2024 storms fade, framing 2026 as a more balanced, location-driven market across Sarasota and Manatee. Why it matters: A more balanced market favors buyers who read total cost of ownership, HOA, assessments, taxes, and insurance, before they offer. Source
November 2025
Schools
Manatee County school district shares redrawn attendance zones
The School District of Manatee County released redrawn residential attendance zone maps for community feedback amid population growth, with changes that can affect which schools serve specific addresses. Why it matters: Because zoning is by address and is being redrawn, buyers should confirm the current zoned schools for any specific University Park 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 University Park buying strategy.

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

Pick the enclave and lot first. University Park is 32 enclaves, and a fairway or preserve-view parcel and an interior street list differently, so the enclave and lot set the floor on value.

Read the golf and water exposure honestly. Course or preserve frontage adds appeal but also brings stray-ball and traffic considerations, so weigh both.

Verify the recreation-district assessment and HOA line. The amenities are resident-owned through a recreation district, and a 2024 bond program adds assessments, so confirm what applies for the exact parcel.

Read the insurance and roof math early. On a decades-old home, roof age and wind mitigation drive the premium, so quote the specific address.

Use the University Parkway context, and cross-shop the nearby gated golf Country Club of Sarasota on Palmer Ranch if you want a different lot mix.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated home in a strong enclave on a fairway or preserve-view lot

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting roof, systems, insurance, and the recreation-district assessment

Best Lot

A higher, drier parcel with the golf or preserve exposure you actually want

Smart Timing

Confirm the recreation-district assessment, HOA line, and insurance before you offer

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

University Park Homes For Sale

What your money buys in University Park.

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 University Park 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

Maintenance-free villas and original homes on interior lots needing updates, where condition and roof age drive value. The affordable way into the gate.

Lowest entry

The Updated Core

Renovated single-family homes on solid lots, often with golf or preserve exposure, the heart of the resale market here.

Most inventory

The Top

Larger updated estate homes on premium fairway or preserve-view lots, the homes that hold value best in this community.

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

Maintenance-free villas and original homes on interior lots needing updates, where condition and roof age drive value. The affordable way into the gate.

The Updated Core

Renovated single-family homes on solid lots, often with golf or preserve exposure, the heart of the resale market here.

The Top

Larger updated estate homes on premium fairway or preserve-view lots, the homes that hold value best in this community.

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 University Park, 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 University Park 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 University Park holds value.

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

Location off University ParkwayStrong

Gated resident-owned golf communityPositive

HOA and recreation-district postureConfirm per listing

Home condition and systemsVerify per home

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 University Park

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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The University Park name spans 32 enclaves and decades of varied homes. The deal is won or lost on the enclave, the lot, golf and water exposure, and the renovation and insurance 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.

7.4B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.3/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency8.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.0/10

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 University Park 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

GolfLake / 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

Fairway and preserve-view lots hold value best
Interior-street and villa lots are the affordable entry
Verify the FEMA flood zone for the exact address
Weigh golf-course frontage appeal against stray balls
Read the enclave and lot before the finishes

In an established gated golf community like University Park, the enclave and the lot are the part of your money the market protects. Fairway and preserve-view parcels, and higher, drier lots in the more sought-after enclaves, hold value better than interior or low-lying parcels. The house can be renovated; the enclave, the lot, and the view cannot. Read the parcel, the golf and water exposure, and the flood map first, then price the condition of the home against it.

The 15-Second Verdict

University Park in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, resident-owned golf community off University Parkway.

Biggest advantage27 holes of Ron Garl golf and resident-owned amenities in a central Manatee location.

Biggest riskRoof, systems, insurance, and the recreation-district assessment on decades-old homes.

Sweet spotAn updated home in a strong enclave on a fairway or preserve-view lot.

Avoid ifYou want brand-new construction or a no-amenity, no-fee neighborhood.

HOA, Club & Fees

15-Second Take

Community HOA plus a recreation-district assessment apply
Amenities are resident-owned through the recreation district
A 2024 bond series adds assessments for amenity upgrades
Confirm golf and racquet membership tiers per listing
Budget a roof and systems reserve on older homes

University Park carries a community HOA plus a recreation-district assessment that funds the resident-owned golf and amenities, and a 2024 bond series adds assessments for clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking upgrades. Membership tiers for golf and racquet may apply on top. Confirm the exact lines for the specific parcel.

The structure typically funds the staffed entry gate, common areas, and the resident-owned recreation amenities, with golf and racquet membership tiers as additional cost. Confirm what conveys and what is optional for the exact listing.

27-hole Ron Garl golf course, tennis and pickleball, fitness center, and dining, resident-owned through the recreation district

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a University Park buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxManatee County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in University Park.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 University Park

Price it to the enclave, lot, golf exposure, and condition, not a community average.

Selling in University Park means pricing to your specific enclave and your home's condition, not to a community average that mixes maintenance-free villas with estate homes across 32 neighborhoods and decades of varied updates. The enclave, the lot, the golf exposure, and the renovation work 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 University Park, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Country Club of Sarasota, 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 University Park home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in University Park matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in University Park Country Club 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 Manatee County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Manatee County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Manatee 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 · Manatee 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.

University Park Country Club Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

University Park Country Club 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 University Park Country Club?

It is a gated golf community in University Park, on the Manatee County side of University Parkway just west of I-75, with a Sarasota mailing reach in ZIP 34201.

Is University Park Country Club gated?

Yes. The community runs a staffed entry gate, which is one of its core features (community guides, 2026).

How many homes are in University Park Country Club?

Community guides and Your Observer describe roughly 1,200 homes across 32 enclave neighborhoods. Confirm specifics per listing.

When was University Park Country Club built?

Planning began in the mid-1980s and the community was built largely through the 1990s and 2000s, so this is an established, largely built-out community rather than new construction. Condition varies widely by home.

Who designed the golf course?

The 27-hole golf course was designed by Ron Garl and is consistently ranked among the better courses in the area (community guides, 2026). Confirm current membership terms per listing.

Is University Park Country Club resident-owned?

Yes. Residents purchased the club in 2019, and the amenities are owned and operated through a recreation district (Your Observer, 2019; 2024). Confirm current governance and assessments.

What is the 2024 bond about?

In 2024 the recreation district issued a roughly 21 million dollar bond series to fund clubhouse, fitness, irrigation, and parking upgrades, with completion estimated around late 2026 (Your Observer, 2024). Confirm the assessment that applies to a specific parcel.

Does University Park Country Club have an HOA?

Yes, a community HOA plus a recreation-district assessment apply, with golf and racquet membership tiers as additional cost. Confirm the exact fees for any specific home.

What amenities are on site?

The community offers a 27-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, croquet, walking and biking streets, and dining, all resident-owned through the recreation district. Confirm current access and membership terms per listing.

What schools serve University Park Country Club?

It is part of the School District of Manatee County, with Robert Willis Elementary among the nearby zoned options. Assignment is by address and can change, including 2025 rezoning work, so confirm the zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home.

How far is University Town Center from University Park?

University Town Center, with its mall, dining, and Benderson Park, is a short drive along University Parkway, with drive times that vary by traffic and your exact start point. Confirm the route for your specific home.

Is University Park Country Club a good investment?

A gated, resident-owned golf location supports demand, but this is a condition-driven market with decades-old stock and recreation-district assessments. As with any older-home market, roof, systems, insurability, and fees drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.

Why does pricing vary so much here?

Because the community spans 32 enclaves and decades of homes, from maintenance-free villas to estate homes on very different lots, each with its own condition and update history. The enclave and the condition, not the University Park name, set the price.

Are there flood-zone concerns?

Flood exposure is parcel specific across the area. Always run the FEMA flood zone and an insurance quote for the exact address during diligence.

How is the commute from University Park Country Club?

The University Parkway and I-75 location gives quick access to University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, Bradenton, and the airport, with drive times that vary by traffic and your exact start point.

Who is the best real estate agent for University Park Country Club?

The best agent for University Park Country Club is one who actively works University Park 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 University Park Country Club.

How do I find a top University Park real estate agent who knows University Park Country Club?

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The Verdict

Should you buy in University Park?

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

Buyers who want a gated, resident-owned golf community off University ParkwayExcellent fit

Golfers who value living on or near a 27-hole Ron Garl courseExcellent fit

Buyers who want a staffed entry gate and resident-owned amenitiesExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable budgeting renovation and insurance on a decades-old homeExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the enclave, lot, golf exposure, and condition per homeExcellent fit

Buyers who want brand-new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify the recreation-district assessment and HOA line per listingProbably not

Buyers who want a no-amenity, no-fee neighborhoodProbably not

Buyers who need a short, traffic-free commute on a different side of the metroProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget roof and systems work on older homesProbably not

Get the inside read on University Park

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your University Park 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 University Park specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

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

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University ParkCountry Club

The 60-Second Overview

Who University Park is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How University Park is performing right now

University Park on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Manatee County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in University Park Country Club

2024 recreation-district bond funds amenity upgrades

Sarasota and Manatee prices ease into a buyer market

Florida insurance costs show signs of stabilizing

Condition risk on decades-old homes

University Park recreation district issues 2024 amenity bond series

Sarasota and Manatee market points to a more robust 2026

Manatee County school district shares redrawn attendance zones

The University Park buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in University Park.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well University Park holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in University Park

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 University Park is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

University Park in 15 seconds.

HOA, Club & Fees

Tools for a University Park buy.

Price it to the enclave, lot, golf exposure, and condition, not a community average.

In University Park, condition and view decide your number

What is your University Park home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

University Park Country Club Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in University Park?

Get the inside read on University Park

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Need to sell fast in Manatee County?

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

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