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Star Farms is one of Lakewood Ranch's larger new-construction villages: a private, gated, 1,300-acre community with resort-style amenities and homes for nearly every budget, from townhomes in the $300s to custom estates over $3 million. 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. Star Farms is its own village, about 1,300 acres south of State Road 64 on the Manatee County side, now expanding with a newer neighborhood called Saddlestone.
Builder and years. Per lakewoodranch.com (October 2026): D.R. Horton (townhomes from the $300s, villas from the high $300s–$400s, single-family $400s–$800s), Homes by WestBay ($600s to $3M+), Perry Homes ($700s to $2M+) and John Cannon Homes ($1.8M to $3M+). Construction began in 2021.
Home types. Townhomes, attached villas and single-family homes from about 1,463 to 5,000 square feet, with 2,800 homes planned.
Gated? Yes, a private, gated community.
Amenities. Multigenerational, resort-style amenities with an on-site Lifestyle Director.
HOA and CDD. HOA listed at $250–$360/month with maintenance included, plus a stewardship district assessment on the tax bill.
55+? No. All ages.
Market
Price Range
Source: Stellar MLS, 12 months ending Oct 2026. Graphic by Sand + Sea Homes.
Stellar MLS shows 192 closed sales in Star Farms in the 12 months ending October 2026, with a median sale price of $451,440, a median of $236 per square foot and a median of 52 days on market. There were 58 active listings as of Oct. 21, 2026. With four builders, Star Farms has a wide price spread, from new townhomes in the low $300s to luxury custom homes above $3 million. Ask us for recent comps.
Star Farms 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 Star Farms, from the School District of Manatee County's 2026-27 attendance-zone locator (checked Oct 20, 2026 using addresses inside the neighborhood):
Elementary: Lake Manatee K-8 (grades K-5)
Middle: Lake Manatee K-8 (grades 6-8)
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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Star Farms is off Bourneside Boulevard south of State Road 64, near Del Webb Catalina, with SR 64 leading west to I-75.
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More Lakewood Ranch Neighborhoods
Star Farms 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:
Yes. Lakewood Ranch describes Star Farms as a private, gated community.
Who builds in Star Farms?
Lakewood Ranch lists D.R. Horton, Homes by WestBay, Perry Homes and John Cannon Homes as Star Farms builders (October 2026).
What are the HOA fees in Star Farms?
Lakewood Ranch lists HOA fees of $250 to $360 per month with maintenance included. A district assessment also appears on the tax bill.
Which schools are zoned for Star Farms?
Based on the School District of Manatee County's 2026-27 attendance-zone locator (checked Oct 20, 2026), Star Farms is zoned for Lake Manatee K-8 (grades K-5), Lake Manatee K-8 (grades 6-8) and Lakewood Ranch High School. Boundaries change, so confirm the schools for a specific address with the School District of Manatee County.
