$410,513Average Value$258Average Price per Sq Ft41Homes For Sale
Quiet suburb close to downtown
South Gate Ridge is a southern Sarasota neighborhood that offers secluded, suburban living with relatively easy access to downtown Sarasota. “You still have the luxuries of Florida coastal living and are close to downtown’s amenities, but it’s more relaxed and a little bit of a slower pace here,” says Rodney Miles, a Realtor with Private Wealth Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area for nearly five years. Groundbreaking for the community started in 1955, and the South Gate Community Association was formed one year later. The land was once primarily used for growing citrus trees, and some of these original trees are still growing in the yards of some homes.
South Gate Ridge sits just inland of the Gulf of Mexico in Sarasota County.
Homes in South Gate Ridge are predominately ranch style.
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Older ranches and 55-and-up condo communities
Ranches are the predominant single-family styles in the neighborhood. “Those are classic Florida homes,” says Miles. “Most of the construction was done in the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s.” Larger-sized craftsman and contemporary-style homes can be found in self-contained subdivisions and deed-restricted communities. Homes here typically sell for $400,000 to $600,000. TreGate East is a 55-and-up community in the north end with condos that sell for $200,000 to $300,000.
Lawns in South Gate Ridge are well kept, contributing to a clean community.
Unique and architecturally diverse homes can be seen in South Gate Ridge, including Mid-century.
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Riverview High School was established in 1958 and designed by renowned architect Paul Rudolph.
Marine Science program at Riverview High
Kids may start at Wilkinson Elementary, which gets a B grade from Niche, before transitioning to Brookside Middle, which has an A-minus. Students may then attend Riverview High, which earns an A grade and offers a unique Marine Science program. Next door to Wilkinson Elementary is the Triad Alternative School, which offers students in sixth through 12th grades the opportunity to catch up on coursework in a smaller classroom environment. Nearby is the Suncoast Science Center/Faulhaber Fab Lab, an independent facility with a mission to “bring science to life” and inspire the next generation of innovators through STEAM-focused classes, clubs and camps. The center also provides classrooms across the region with science kits through its Lending Library program.
Red Bug Slough Preserve and the Legacy Bike Trail
Red Bug Slough Preserve features 2 miles of unpaved trails amid native trees and wildlife on more than 70 acres of protected land. The preserve also offers a playground, picnic area and a fishing dock. Just east of the neighborhood is the Legacy Bike Trail, which stretches over 18 miles from downtown Sarasota to Venice. There’s also Bee Ridge Park with a playground, baseball diamonds and a sand volleyball court. Just north is the Village Green Country Club, an 18-hole golf course with a pro shop and PGA Professionals on staff.
Red Bug Slough in South Gate Ridge is a great place to spot wildlife.
South Gate Ridge neighbors the Ashton Trailhead of the Legacy Trail.
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South Gate Ridge has a number of big box stores like Big Lots.
Sarasota Village covers the essentials
The Bee Ridge Road corridor, which forms the northern border of South Gate Ridge, provides easy access to Sarasota Village, a shopping mall that includes a Publix and a Walmart Neighborhood Market. Additional retail and dining options can be found on the southern edge of the neighborhood along Clark Road, like Millie’s, a local brunch spot that’s been serving American comfort foods in Sarasota since 1959.
South Gate Ridge enjoys public transportation provided by Breeze Transit.
Navigating the Gulf Coast on Highway 41
South Gate Ridge is located 35 miles south of St. Petersburg. Because of the neighborhood’s suburban streetscape, the area is mostly car-dependent. Highway 41 is 2 miles west and offers easy access to the rest of Florida’s Gulf Coast.
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Parks in this Area
Bee Ridge Park
Arlington Park pond & nature walk
Urfer Family Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
The Preserve at Tamaron
Red Bug Slough
Ashton Trailhead
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Sarasota/Bradenton International
21 min drive
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Beneva Rd & Coronado Rd
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Beneva Rd & Egerton Cir
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Beneva Rd & Wilkinson Rd
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Clark Rd & Bessie Dr
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Beneva Rd & Coronado Dr
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Beneva Rd & Wilkinson Rd Ns
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Gate Ridge
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Gate Ridge, Sarasota sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Gate Ridge, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $413,857, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,628
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,509
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,420
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.8%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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