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Grand Palm is Neal Communities' largest neighborhood and one of the most nature-focused in Wellen Park, with more than a third of its land kept as open space, miles of trails and a private wooded island park. It also has one of the most fun amenity centers around, water slides included. We're Eric and Traci Bolen of Sand + Sea Homes with eXp Realty, and we'd love to help you buy or sell in Grand Palm.
Builder and years. Built by Neal Communities. Grand Palm opened in September 2012 and was the first community built under Sarasota County's 2050 plan. It's planned for 1,999 homes, and Neal still lists homes there.
Home types. Single-family homes and villas.
Gated? Wellen Park's description doesn't say. Confirm entry and gate details on a tour.
Amenities. A Residents Social Club, fitness center, large resort-style pool with water slides, Splash Down Park, an on-site activities coordinator, and Adventure Island, a private park with walking trails, a pavilion, picnic tables and a kayak launch.
HOA and CDD. Owners pay HOA dues. Ask whether a specific home carries any special-district assessments on its tax bill.
55+? No. Grand Palm is open to all ages.
Location in Wellen Park. Grand Palm has a Venice address, with an entrance off River Road.
Market
Price Range
Source: Stellar MLS, 12 months ending Oct 2026. Graphic by Sand + Sea Homes.
Stellar MLS shows 120 closed sales in Grand Palm in the 12 months ending October 2026, with a median sale price of $459,950, a median of $257 per square foot and a median of 54 days on market. There were 17 active listings as of Oct. 21, 2026.
Grand Palm is mostly a resale market now, alongside Neal's remaining new homes. On Oct. 20, 2026, Wellen Park listed a move-in-ready Neal home of about 2,698 square feet at $984,990. Villas and smaller single-family homes trade lower, so ask us for recent resale comps.
Every Wellen Park neighborhood has its own HOA, and many homes also carry special-district assessments, so we check the details with you line by line:
City or county. Depending on location, a Wellen Park home is in the City of North Port or unincorporated Sarasota County, which affects taxes and services. Confirm it for the specific property.
Association documents and tax bill. Review the HOA budget, what the dues cover, and the leasing, pet and architectural rules, and check the tax bill for West Villages Improvement District assessments.
Zoned public schools for Grand Palm, from Sarasota County Schools' School Zone Locator (checked Oct 20, 2026 using addresses inside the neighborhood):
Elementary: Taylor Ranch Elementary School
Middle: Venice Middle School
High: Wellen Park High School
Wellen Park High School is a new zone on the district's map. Sarasota County choice options include Pine View School in Osprey, the district's gifted magnet for grades 2-12 (eligibility testing required), and Booker Middle School's audition-based Visual and Performing Arts magnet. School boundaries change, so always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
Explore
Nearby
Grand Palm is off River Road on the east side of Wellen Park. Downtown Wellen has restaurants, shops, a food truck park and an 80-acre lake, CoolToday Park hosts Atlanta Braves spring training and events year-round, and Wellen Park's 30-plus miles of trails connect the neighborhoods. U.S. 41, River Road and I-75 are the main routes in and out.
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More Wellen Park Neighborhoods
Grand Palm is one of many neighborhoods in Wellen Park. Head back to our Wellen Park homes and living guide for the big picture, or explore more of Wellen Park:
Neal Communities built Grand Palm, which opened in September 2012. It is the largest neighborhood Neal has created.
Does Grand Palm have water slides?
Yes. The resort-style pool has water slides, and there's also Splash Down Park, a fitness center and a Residents Social Club.
Is Grand Palm a 55+ community?
No. Grand Palm is open to all ages.
What is Adventure Island in Grand Palm?
Adventure Island is a private park in Grand Palm with walking trails, a pavilion, picnic tables and a kayak launch.
Which schools are zoned for Grand Palm?
Based on Sarasota County Schools' School Zone Locator (checked Oct 20, 2026), Grand Palm is zoned for Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Middle School and Wellen Park High School. Boundaries change, so confirm the schools for a specific address with Sarasota County Schools.
