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Esplanade at Azario is Taylor Morrison's resort-style golf neighborhood in northeast Lakewood Ranch, with attached villas and single-family homes, an on-site Lifestyle Director and its own 18-hole course. It's open to all ages, which makes it a favorite of active retirees who don't want a 55+ restriction. We're Eric and Traci Bolen of Sand + Sea Homes with eXp Realty, and we'd love to help you buy or sell here.
Lakewood Ranch village. Esplanade is the larger of the two neighborhoods in the Azario village, off Lorraine Road near State Road 64 on the Manatee County side.
Builder and years. Taylor Morrison. Sales began around 2020, so homes are new or nearly new.
Home types. 1,474 total homes from about 1,533 to 3,100 square feet: attached villas from the high $400s to $500s and single-family homes from the $600s to $1M+ (lakewoodranch.com, October 2026).
Gated? Ask the builder to confirm current gate details.
Amenities. Resort-style amenities with an on-site Lifestyle Director, built around a private 18-hole golf course that opened in 2020. Ask about golf membership options and costs.
HOA and CDD. HOA listed at $300–$600/month with maintenance included, plus a stewardship district assessment on the tax bill.
55+? No. All ages.
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Price Range
Source: Stellar MLS, 12 months ending Oct 2026. Graphic by Sand + Sea Homes.
Stellar MLS shows 5 closed sales in Esplanade at Azario in the 12 months ending October 2026, with a median sale price of $714,514 and a median of $372 per square foot. There were 0 active listings as of Oct. 21, 2026. Builder prices run from about the high $400s for villas to $1 million-plus for larger single-family homes, with resales mixed in as the neighborhood matures. Ask us for recent comps.
Esplanade at Azario is on the Manatee County side of Lakewood Ranch, so property taxes and public schools are Manatee County's. We check these details with you line by line:
Tax bill and CDD. Community Development District or stewardship district assessments are usually collected on the property tax bill, not by the HOA. Ask for the latest bill and whether any bond (debt) portion remains. Florida taxes also reset after a sale.
Association documents. Review the HOA budget, reserves, what the dues cover, and the leasing, pet and architectural rules before your inspection period ends. Some neighborhoods and condos have an extra association.
Insurance and flood zone. Get insurance quotes, and flood quotes where needed, before you're under contract. Flood zones are assigned home by home. Our post on whether Florida home insurance rates are coming down explains the current picture.
Zoned public schools for Esplanade at Azario, from the School District of Manatee County's 2026-27 attendance-zone locator (checked Oct 20, 2026 using addresses inside the neighborhood):
Elementary: Gullett Elementary School
Middle: Jain Middle School
High: Lakewood Ranch High School
Manatee County's new elementary and middle school zones took effect in 2026-27; new high school zones take effect in 2027-28, so the high school shown here may change. Manatee County families can also apply through the district's Controlled Open Enrollment (School Choice) window for programs such as IB at Johnson K-8 and Southeast High and AICE at Palmetto High. Manatee School for the Arts in Palmetto is a public charter school for grades 6-12 with its own application. School boundaries change, so always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the School District of Manatee County before you buy.
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Azario is in the northeast part of Lakewood Ranch near State Road 64, which leads west to I-75 and the shops and restaurants along the SR 64 corridor.
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More Lakewood Ranch Neighborhoods
Esplanade at Azario is one of more than 40 villages in Lakewood Ranch. Head back to our Lakewood Ranch homes and living guide for the big picture, or explore more of Lakewood Ranch:
Taylor Morrison builds Esplanade at Azario, with attached villas and single-family homes.
Is Esplanade at Azario 55+?
No. Esplanade at Azario is open to all ages, though its amenities and Lifestyle Director appeal to many active retirees.
What are the HOA fees at Esplanade at Azario?
Lakewood Ranch lists HOA fees of $300 to $600 per month with maintenance included (October 2026). Confirm with the builder.
Does Esplanade at Azario have golf?
Yes. Esplanade is built around a private 18-hole golf course. Ask about membership options, which are separate from HOA dues.
Which schools are zoned for Esplanade at Azario?
Based on the School District of Manatee County's 2026-27 attendance-zone locator (checked Oct 20, 2026), Esplanade at Azario is zoned for Gullett Elementary School, Jain Middle School and Lakewood Ranch High School. Boundaries change, so confirm the schools for a specific address with the School District of Manatee County.
