The Trails

The Trails Homes for Sale – Sarasota, Florida 34243

The Trails is a residential development just north of Tallevast Road in south Manatee County. It has a Sarasota mailing address though, with the zip code 34243.

Tuttle Avenue bisects this community into an eastern and western section. The western section of The Trails has an entrance at Tuttle and is also accessible from Prospect Road (36th Street East) opposite the subdivision of the Cottages at Blu Vista.

Southwards to Tallevast, there are several other residential developments wherein choices on Sarasota homes for sale may be comparable with those at The Trails. These neighboring subdivisions include Quail Run and Crescent Lakes, which both consist of single family homes just like The Trails.

Well-developed Property

A deed-restricted community, The Trails started to be developed in the late 1980s. It wasn’t completely built out till the early 2000s, because of the economic uncertainties that overtook its development.

This community nonetheless rose as a standout in its Tuttle Avenue neighborhood, with its parcel well-developed to include several ponds and lakes. Additionally, a lush nature preserve borders the community to its east, and an exquisitely landscaped street island provides a charming accent entering the eastern section of The Trails.

The western section of the community, on the other hand, hosts the common facilities for the exclusive use of the residents of the Trails. These amenities include a lakefront community pool and tennis court located just off of the Trails’ Prospect Road entrance.

The construction of the homes for sale in The Trails came in four phases. Many of the residences in this community are pool homes, with the upper-end choices featuring scenic water views and priced in the high $300s. Typically, these residences feature floor areas measuring from around 2,250 square feet up to nearly 3,000 square feet designed with three bedrooms.

Sweet Spot for Buyers

The fast-sellers amongst listings of available residences at The Trails are typically those priced in the $200s. These sales listings come with floor plans upwards of 1,500 square feet, featuring layouts of three bedrooms and two baths.

Living in The Trails definitely has a suburban feel, as the community enjoys easy access to the life and leisure centers not only in the University Park area. Many lifestyle attractions in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, and Sarasota are also easily accessible from the Trails.

Two popular golf and country clubs—Palm Aire and University Park—are but two nearby destinations which help drive market interest in the homes for sale at The Trails. Available properties in this community likewise draw market strength from their proximity to the Mall of the University Town Center which is home to chic shops and classy restaurants.

More points of interest are within easy reach from The Trails via either Interstate 75 or U.S. 301 respectively east and west of the community. Southwards, these corridors connect to arterial roads to downtown Sarasota and the beaches of Lido and Siesta Key. Northwards, I-75 and U.S. 301 can likewise unlock gateways to Bradenton and to as far the metros of Tampa and St. Pete.

The Trails Homes For Sale

Below are the current real estate listings available in The Trails.

Please contact me if you would like to schedule a tour of any of the listed properties below.

MLS# A4684258 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 7207 39TH LN E
• Price: $574,990
• Zip Code: 34243
• 2253 Square Feet
• Subdivision: THE TRAILS PH IV
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2+
• One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Nicely updated, open plan pool home located in the beautiful, deed restricted neighborhood of "The Trails". This home features real hardwood & ceramic tile floors, vaulted ceilings, updated baths & kitc ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PILEGGI REALTY GROUP LLC

MLS# A4681448 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 7122 42ND CT E
• Price: $499,000
• Zip Code: 34243
• 2227 Square Feet
• Subdivision: THE TRAILS PH III
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• Welcome to The Trails -- a desirable Sarasota community known for its convenient location, LOW HOA, and fantastic amenities including a community pool, tennis and pickleball courts. This 3BR + den/office, 2BA home with a pool and spa is located on a ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: YOUR FLORIDA LIFESTYLE REALTY LLC

MLS# A4671341 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 7111 41ST LN E
• Price: $499,000
• Zip Code: 34243
• 1894 Square Feet
• Subdivision: THE TRAILS PH IIA
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• A home that welcomes you with timeless charm and modern comfort! Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,894 sq. ft. of inviting living space. Built in 1994, ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY