Park Forest

Park Forest Homes for Sale – Englewood, Florida 34223

Park Forest is a 55-plus community in Englewood. It spreads on a laid-back location off North Indiana Boulevard about 10 and a half miles south of U.S. 41. Like most local markets, residential construction has stepped up in this South County area as a ripple effect of the spike in demand on Sarasota homes for sale after the Great Recession.

Englewood-based Diamond Homes, the builder in this community, began construction at Park Forest in the late 1980s. This community has more than 300 home sites and has already stepped up construction on its sixth and final phase of development for a total buildout in 2018.

Park Forest was developed as a gated community with most of its home lots overlooking a lake and other sites backing up to luxurious nature preserves. This community’s next-door neighbor to the east is the Englewood Sports Complex. Besides the North Indiana Boulevard main access gate to Park Forest, there is also a gate to this community across from the sports complex on the northern terminus of Pine Street.

Active-lifestyle Facilities

The amenities of Park Forest include a community pool, spa, tennis and shuffleboard courts. The community also features a clubhouse for meetings as well as social events such as potluck suppers and dinner dances. There are plenty of volunteer activities also organized in this community. The homeowners’ association dues cover lawn care and maintenance of the community facilities plus a subscription to cable TV and internet.

Diamond Homes set varying choices of residential styles in this community, with selections of stand-alone condo units in Park Forest’s Phase 2 and Phase 4. The residences in the other phases are single family homes.

Buying Come-ons

To help boost buying interest on its builds in the community’s latter phases, the builder offered as standard some features which were formerly add-ons. These buying incentives included granite kitchen countertops and crown molding throughout each build. Deals on Park Forest homes for sale have been sweetened with exterior repainting every 7 years and a new roof every 17 years.

For single family homes, the most popular choice at Park Forest is Dream Homes’ Pearl model which is designed with a floor area ranging from 1,969 to 2,214 square feet. Featuring three bedrooms and two baths, these are priced from the high $200s up to the $300s.

The stand-alone condos of Park Forest feature floor plans of between 1,150 and 1,850 square feet. Designed with two to three bedrooms with two baths, these residences are typically priced in the $200s. Prospective buyers and their agents need to move quick on an available Park Forest homes for sale, as a listing in this community could be grabbed quickly once it’s on the market.

The nearby local attractions contribute much in driving demand on Park Forest homes for sale. This community is just within a short drive from venues for golf, fishing, boating and other recreational activities. Additionally, retail shops, healthcare facilities and a top-notch library are also within easy reach.

Englewood has plenty of dining places to offer too, ranging from fine dining to casual and fast-food outlets. Cultural events, like those held in the Englewood Performing Arts Series and Lemon Bay Playhouse, are regular pastimes too for local residents.

Park Forest Homes For Sale

Below are the current real estate listings available at Park Forest.

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

MLS# T3445653 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 548 BOX ELDER CT
• Price: $520,000
• Zip Code: 34223
• 2060 Square Feet
• Subdivision: PARK FOREST PH 6C
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• Welcome to your own little paradise!! This home BOASTS with upgrades in the Premier 55 and older community in Englewood. This pristine, very well maintain PEARL MODEL home sits on a Conservation lot, NO rear neighnors!! Built in just 2020, It feature ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: WESTON GROUP

MLS# T3444474 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 271 PARK FOREST BLVD
• Price: $399,999
• Zip Code: 34223
• 1517 Square Feet
• Subdivision: PARK FOREST PH 4
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• Welcome to Park Forest! Being offered Turnkey Furnished This meticulously maintained home offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in the sought-after community of Englewood. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage, this residen ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: REDFIN CORPORATION

MLS# D6129943 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 422 BLUE SPRINGS CT #195
• Price: $349,900
• Zip Code: 34223
• 1332 Square Feet
• Subdivision: GLENS OF PARK FOREST
• Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2
• If you are looking for a "Move in" ready home, this is the one for you! Immaculate 2bed/2bath/2car garage home in ever-popular Park Forest! ROOF WAS JUST REPLACED 2023! This home backs up to a conservation/greenbelt area so you will have a private r ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

MLS# D6129102 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 539 WEKIVA RIVER CT #93
• Price: $340,000
• Zip Code: 34223
• 1319 Square Feet
• Subdivision: LAKES AT PARK FOREST
• Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2
• Endless opportunities await you in this rarely available turnkey-furnished lakefront home! Located behind the gates of the highly desired Park Forest is an active, maintenance free, 55+ community with low quarterly fees! Step inside where you will fi ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

MLS# D6130515 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 229 PARK FOREST BLVD #160
• Price: $325,000
• Zip Code: 34223
• 1053 Square Feet
• Subdivision: PARK FOREST
• Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2
• RARELY AVAILABLE AND MOVE IN READY!! Welcome to Park Forest, located in the heart of Englewood, this premier gated 55+community offers monthly and seasonal activities at the clubhouse/pool along with pickleball, tennis, shuffleboard & much more. Whet ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PARADISE EXCLUSIVE

MLS# A4563794 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 338 INDIAN KEY WAY #111
• Price: $325,000
• Zip Code: 34223
• 1319 Square Feet
• Subdivision: LAKES AT PARK FOREST
• Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2
• BEST PRICED HOME in Lakes of Park Forest. Ready to move into and in excellent condition, this charming cottage home boasts a nicely updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and stone countertops, spacious rooms, gleaming laminate floors and va ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY