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Wellen Park is one of Florida’s top-selling master-planned communities, consistently ranking in the top 10 nationally. Located between North Port and Venice on the Gulf Coast, the community spans roughly 11,000 acres across three districts — West Villages, Downtown Wellen, and Playmore — and is currently home to about 9,500 residents. At full buildout it's projected to reach 22,000–22,500 homes and 50,000–60,000+ residents, across 25+ distinct neighborhoods ranging from maintenance-free villas to luxury estates. Resale neighborhoods are included because they remain part of the wider Wellen Park story and shape buyer options throughout the community.
2026 updates: Wellen Park ranked No. 3 nationally for new-home sales in the first half of 2026, with 727 new-home contracts, per RCLCO's Mid-Year 2026 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities report (The Villages was No. 1 with an estimated 1,800 sales; Lakewood Ranch was No. 2 with 1,064). Esplanade at Wellen Park is now actively selling with published pricing (see Golf communities below). Four more neighborhoods are in the pipeline: Madera and Westlake (both announced January 2026) plus a newly announced fifth community, Edgewater, coming late 2026. Sarasota National’s golf course closes for renovation in 2026 for approximately one year. Manasota Beach Road expansion (completing late 2026/early 2027) will cut beach drive time from ~15 min to ~8–10 min.
Active
New construction available now
Active · Townhomes
Ashcombe
Townhomes from low $300s
Townhome-focused community near the heart of Wellen Park. Built by D.R. Horton. Modern take on townhome living with easy access to Downtown Wellen and community amenities.
Active · Last opportunities
Avelina
Single-family from low $800s
Gated, maintenance-assisted luxury enclave by Neal Communities with just 96 homes. One of the most central locations in Wellen Park. Only ~10 homesites remaining. Coastal Florida-style homes with 3–4 bedrooms and 3-car garages.
Active · 55+
Brightmore
Villas from high $300s · Single-family from low $400s
Wellen Park’s first and only 55+ lifestyle neighborhood by Mattamy Homes. Gated community with resort-style amenities including pool, fitness center, and pickleball courts. Built around social connections and active adult living.
Active · Family-friendly
Lakespur
Condos from high $200s · Single-family from low $400s
Multi-builder family neighborhood (Lennar, Pulte, Mattamy) adjacent to the new Wellen Park High School opening 2026. Condo, townhome, and single-family mix. Pool, playground, and trails. Ideal for families who want to walk to school.
Active · New 2025
Oakbend
Single-family from mid $500s
One of the newest communities, launched late 2025. Gated luxury neighborhood by ICI Homes and Toll Brothers just south of Downtown Wellen — one of the most central locations in the entire community. Resort pool, fitness center, pickleball, clubhouse. Walk or golf-cart to restaurants and events.
Active · Largest mix
Palmera
Townhomes high $300s · Condos & SF from low $400s+
Large master-planned neighborhood with the widest housing mix in Wellen Park. Townhomes, condos, and single-family all available. Two new nature trails being added nearby: the Buttonwood Trail (2.5 miles) connects directly into Palmera.
Active · Family
Sunstone
Villas from high $300s · Single-family low–mid $400s
Family-friendly neighborhood with open floor plans, resort-style pool with water slides, splash pad, and playground. One of the better all-around value options in active Wellen Park for families.
Active · Lake views
Sunstone Lakeside
Single-family from high $400s
Newer single-family neighborhood adjacent to Sunstone with larger lake-oriented homes. Complements the Sunstone amenity package while offering bigger homesites with water views.
Active · Last opportunities
Wysteria
Villas & single-family from high $300s
Playmore district neighborhood by Neal Communities with 153 homes — gated, maintenance-included lifestyle. Quick access to Wellen Park amenities. Pool with open-air cabana and pickleball courts. Nearing sellout.
Golf
4 golf-oriented communities
Active · Bundled golf
Wellen Park Golf & Country Club
Multi-family from mid $200s · Single-family from low $500s
18-hole bundled golf (deeded with the home) with condos, coach homes, and single-family residences. Full resort-style amenity package. One of the best entry points for golf lifestyle at Wellen Park.
Active · Optional golf
Boca Royale
Villas & single-family from mid $300s
Established golf and country club community on 1,000 acres with an 18-hole course (optional membership), two clubhouses, resort-style pool, and pickleball. New phases currently opening with a new amenity complex arriving in 2027. No CDD fees.
Active · Now selling
Esplanade at Wellen Park
Villas & single-family from low $400s · up to $1M+
Taylor Morrison’s 877-home resort-style community built around the Myakka Pines Golf Course, with optional golf membership. 11 floor plans from 2-bed/1,533 sq ft up to 6-bed/3,800+ sq ft. The 16,800 sq ft "Venue" amenity center includes a resort pool, spa, fitness center, Bahama Bar, and tennis/pickleball courts. Groundbreaking was October 2025; first move-ins are mid-2026 and sales appointments are open now.
Resale only · Bundled golf
Sarasota National
Resale only — no builder pricing
Championship 18-hole private golf community (bundled) with wetland and preserve views. Over 1,500 homes including condos, villas, and single-family. Originally a WCI community, later Lennar. Note: golf course renovating and closed for ~1 year in 2026. Resale only.
Luxury
Semi-custom and estate neighborhoods
Active · Luxury estates
Everly
Single-family from high $600s · Custom from ~$1.1M
Luxury estate and semi-custom homes on larger lots near trails. Dedicated amenities including resort pool, clubhouse, and pickleball. Family-friendly setting. The new Oakheart Nature Trail (3 miles) will border Everly when complete.
Active · Limited — 42 homes
Gran Place
Remaining opportunities ~$1.4M
Small semi-custom enclave of just 42 luxury homes surrounded by preserves. The most exclusive gated community remaining in active Wellen Park. Very few homes left. Nature-adjacent setting with privacy and high-end finishes.
Active · Nature resort
Grand Palm
Villas from high $300s · Single-family from high $500s
Nature-focused resort living by Neal Communities with one of the strongest amenity packages in Wellen Park: multiple clubhouses, resort-style pools, water slides, nature trails, playgrounds, and sports courts. Strong family appeal.
55+
Active adult community
Active · 55+ Only
Brightmore
Villas from high $300s · Single-family from low $400s
Wellen Park’s first and only dedicated 55+ lifestyle neighborhood by Mattamy Homes. Gated, resort-style amenities, social programming, and an emphasis on community connections. The only age-restricted option in the entire Wellen Park footprint.
Resale only
Established neighborhoods — no new builder inventory
These communities are sold out for new construction. Resale homes offer mature landscaping, established streetscapes, and in many cases more negotiating flexibility than new construction.
Resale only · Lennar
Antigua
Resale only — lowest HOA in Wellen Park
Lennar neighborhood ~175 homes with one of the most convenient locations and lowest HOA fees in Wellen Park. Executive Series homes with 3–5 bedrooms. Excellent value for the location.
Resale only · Tuscan-inspired
Gran Paradiso
Resale only — no builder pricing
Tuscan-inspired resort community with luxury amenities including multiple pools, extensive sports facilities, and robust social programming. One of the most amenity-rich established communities in Wellen Park.
Resale only · Activity-rich
IslandWalk
Resale only — no builder pricing
DiVosta Homes community with distinctive bridges, boardwalks, and interconnected waterways. Two amenity centers with pools, sports courts, and canal views. One of the most visually distinctive communities in the area.
Resale only · Gated
Oasis
Historical pricing from ~$400s
Gated, maintenance-free neighborhood with oversized homesites. Resale only, historically priced from the $400s. Quiet, established feel.
Resale only · Nature
The Preserve
Resale only — historical pricing varied
Nature-oriented neighborhood with preserve-adjacent setting and a quieter residential feel. Good value in resale relative to newer construction neighborhoods.
Resale only · Resort amenities
Renaissance
Historical: paired villas mid–upper $300s, SF low $400s
Mattamy Homes gated neighborhood near the Marketplace with resort amenities. Well-located relative to shopping and services. Resale only; historically one of the stronger-performing resale communities.
Resale only · Golf
Sarasota National
Resale only — no builder pricing
Championship golf community with 1,500+ homes. Resale only. Golf course closing for renovation in 2026 (~1 year). Wetland and preserve views. Strong community character. Buyers should factor the renovation timeline into their decision.
Resale only · Walkable location
Solstice
Historical: from mid $300s
Walkable to Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park — one of the best location advantages in the resale market. For buyers who want to be close to the social core, Solstice is worth watching on the resale market.
Resale only · Intimate
Tortuga
Historical: from low $300s — low HOA
Small, intimate gated neighborhood designed around a serene park setting. One of the lowest monthly fees in Wellen Park historically. Good option for resale buyers prioritizing lower carrying costs.
Upcoming
Announced — not yet open
Sales expected Summer 2026
Madera
Pricing not yet announced
A 32-unit townhome community by SimplyDwell Homes, a builder new to Wellen Park. Low-maintenance townhomes surrounded by natural areas, with modern floor plans and convenient access to the rest of the community.
Anticipated early winter 2026
Westlake
Pricing not yet announced
Custom and semi-custom homes from four builders — Lee Wetherington Homes, ICI Homes, Neal Signature Homes, and Homes by WestBay. Expect larger homesites and lake views, aiming for a high-end feel similar to Everly, with an entirely new set of custom-build options within Wellen Park.
Coming late 2026
Edgewater
Pricing not yet announced
Newly announced neighborhood pairing townhomes by David Weekley Homes with single-family homes by Mattamy Homes. Designed at a walkable, human scale — welcoming front porches and rear-loaded, de-emphasized garages are meant to enhance the streetscape rather than let driveways dominate it.
Video note from Scott
I have video footage of Wellen Park neighborhoods currently under review. Once reviewed, I’ll identify which neighborhoods are featured and what stage of development they show. Check back for local video tours of specific communities.