Palmer Ranch Real Estate
Palmer Ranch encompasses most of the 34238 Zip code and got its name because Bertha Palmer bought it all as ranch land in the 1920's. The Palmer Family hales from the Chicago area and is the same family who owned the Chicago Tribune newspaper and The Palmer House. Palmer Ranch is an ideal location being so close to Siesta Key beach, yet also I-75; it is one of the last areas to be developed West of the highway, which means you can enjoy popular floor plans and higher ceilings as well as a close proximity to the beach and highway. Find more information below about the Palmer Ranch community, its amenities, and nearby shopping and dining.
Homes for Sale in Palmer Ranch, Sarasota
The Palmer Ranch Community of Sarasota, FL
Palmer Ranch encompasses the bulk of the 34238 zip code, very near to and along The Legacy Trail. This land was originally purchased by Bertha Palmer of the Chicago Palmers, famous for owning the Chicago Tribune Newspaper and The Palmer House. It was once all ranch land, and you can even still see cattle in certain areas. It is ideally located between and near to both Siesta Key and I-75, and is one of the newest sections of Sarasota to be built, so you get the benefit of newer, popular, and higher end layouts in a highly convenient location.
Neighboring communities include Bee Ridge to the North, Gulf Gate Estates and Vamo to the West, Osprey to the South-West, and Serenoa to the East.
Communities In Palmer Ranch, Florida
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Palmer Ranch Amenities, Shopping, & Dining
Palmer Ranch is bisected North to South by the Sarasota-to-Venice Legacy Rail-Trail. The Legacy Trail is an ever-expanding recreational trail that spans from Venice in Sarasota County to Downtown Sarasota. This trail currently runs over 18 miles from the Historic Venice Train Depot at the South starting point up to Fruitville Road just North of Payne Park in Downtown Sarasota, and has 16 trailheads with free parking, some even with BBQ Grills and pavilions. This trail makes biking, walking, running, skating, and scooting a great way to travel through the County and catch some beautiful natural Florida scenery along the way!
Residents of Palmer Ranch can find dining and shopping along Clark Road (FL-72) or where Beneva Road and US-41 meet near the old Sarasota Square Mall, which is currently under redevelopment to become "Sarasota Square", a multi-use lifestyle center featuring apartments, shopping, and dining. Near Sarasota Square you can find a Sprouts Farmers Market grocery store, Target, Publix, and Costco for grocery, or 83 Tavern, Beckham's Bar & Grill on The Trail, and Roessler's Fine Dining Restaurant for dining out. Along Clark Road and further East in Palmer Ranch, you will find a Publix and Walmart Neighborhood Market, as well as the local, but ever-expanding and consistently fantastic Gecko's Grill and Pub, Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe, Sahara Cafe and Mediterranean Food Market, and Cafe BarBosso-"a humble little Peasant Italian place for a culinary adventure".
There is a large Golf course community in Palmer Ranch, featuring the TPC Prestancia Golf and Social Club and Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club, The Oaks Club, and Country Club of Sarasota. TPC Prestancia is part of the Tournament Players Club network with two 18-hole Golf courses as well as Tennis, Swimming, fitness facilities, and the Serendipity restaurant shared with Country Club of Sarasota.
Following Clark Road (FL-72) out East about 12 miles, residents of Palmer Ranch can visit the Myakka River State Park - an immersive natural Florida experience with miles of paved road along the Upper Myakka Lake for hikers and cyclists to enjoy among the marshes (bike rentals available for those who don't b.y.o.-bicycle). Myakka is also a very exciting park for birding or wildlife-viewing, kayaking/canoeing, boating, and fishing, and contains several campgrounds for those who would love to stay for more! Before you go, don't forget to check out the Pink Gator Cafe and grab a souvenir at Myakka Park's boutique and gift shop.
