Top Golf Course Communities in Lakewood Ranch, FL
Lakewood Ranch has five well-known golf course communities: Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, Country Club East, The Concession, Esplanade Golf and Country Club, and Lakewood National. Prices span from the low 300,000s for a Lakewood National condo to multi-million-dollar estates at The Concession, with membership models ranging from bundled-in dues to optional private club initiation.
Want bundled golf access instead of a separate club initiation fee? Lakewood National and Esplanade fold membership into ownership, while Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club and The Concession require a separate club membership.
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Community | Membership Model | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|---|
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club | Optional private membership | Mid-500,000s to over 2 million dollars |
Country Club East | Optional private membership | Roughly 515,000 to 2.9 million dollars (2026) |
The Concession Golf Club and Residences | Invitation-only private membership | Around 1 million to 7.5 million dollars |
Esplanade Golf and Country Club | Bundled with property ownership | High 400,000s to 1.5 million dollars |
Lakewood National Golf Club | Bundled with property ownership | Low 300,000s to around 1 million dollars |
Price ranges reflect recent MLS-sourced listing data for these communities as of 2026 and shift with market conditions; confirm current inventory with an agent before budgeting.
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club offers four golf courses: Cypress Links, King's Dunes, Royal Lakes, and The Legacy. Three were designed by Arnold Palmer's design team, with Royal Lakes designed by Rick Robbins. The courses cover a range of landscapes from woodlands to wetlands, suiting golfers of varying skill levels. Membership is required for golf access and is open to non-residents as well as residents.
Homes in the community range from maintenance-free villas to custom estate homes, roughly 1,700 to over 4,000 square feet, with pricing starting in the mid-500,000s for smaller villas and premier lot estates going over 2 million dollars. Notable neighborhoods within the community include Weston, LaCantera, Highfield, and Legends Walk.
The community features a large clubhouse, two resort-style pools, more than 20 Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball and bocce courts, a fitness facility, and an active social calendar.
Country Club East at Lakewood Ranch
Country Club East is a gated community within Lakewood Ranch built around access to the Royal Lakes course, designed by Rick Robbins. Residents can also opt into full membership at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club for additional golf privileges.
Homes here are newer, many built in the 2010s and 2020s by builders such as Neal Signature Homes and John Cannon. As of 2026, homes in Country Club East range from around 515,000 to 2.9 million dollars, spanning villas near 1,700 square feet up to custom homes over 4,000 square feet.
- Country Club East: 2026 listing range approximately 515,000 to 2,899,000 dollars; average sale price around 1,150,000 dollars over the trailing year
Amenities include The Lodge clubhouse for social events, The Retreat with a resort-style pool, fitness center, and spa, plus tennis, pickleball, and walking trails.
The Concession Golf Club and Residences
The Concession is an exclusive, private golf club built around its Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin-designed course, set on roughly 500 to 1,200 acres of forest and wetlands depending on the source. The club has hosted high-profile events, including the 2021 WGC-Workday Championship, and is scheduled to host the Senior PGA Championship from 2026 through 2028.
The residential side of The Concession is intentionally small, with a limited number of estate homes on the property. Homes range from roughly 3,000 to over 6,000 square feet, generally starting around 1 million dollars and reaching up to 7.5 million dollars for the largest estates.
The clubhouse spans roughly 33,000 square feet with fine dining, casual grill rooms, and lounges. Members also have access to a club yacht for excursions on Sarasota Bay.
Curious whether The Concession's invitation-only model fits your timeline? Talk to Steve Slocum about current availability before you tour.
Esplanade Golf and Country Club at Lakewood Ranch
Esplanade is a bundled golf community with an 18-hole course designed by Chris Wilczynski, known for wide fairways and scenic lakes that suit golfers of most skill levels.
Homes range from around 1,700-square-foot villas to single-family homes over 3,500 square feet, with pricing generally in the high 400,000s to 1.5 million dollar range. Homes are largely built in a Mediterranean style with open floor plans and private pools.
Amenities include a clubhouse with dining, a wellness center and spa, a lagoon-style pool, tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts, plus an on-site lifestyle director who organizes a regular calendar of events.
Lakewood National Golf Club
Lakewood National features two Arnold Palmer-designed courses, the Commander Course and the Piper Course. The Commander Course hosts the PGA TOUR's Korn Ferry Tour LECOM Suncoast Classic each April, with the 2026 event held April 2 through 5.
Home types include condos, coach homes, and single-family homes, with pricing starting in the low 300,000s for condos and reaching around 1 million dollars for larger homes on prime lots. The bundled golf model means residents get course access without a separate membership fee.
Amenities include a resort-style pool, fitness center, Har-Tru tennis courts, a Tiki Bar with regular social events, and an on-site lifestyle director.
Finding the Perfect Golf Course Community in Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch offers a range of golf course communities, from invitation-only estate living at The Concession to bundled, lower-entry-point options at Lakewood National. The right fit depends on budget, how often you plan to golf, and whether you want membership tied directly to your home purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Lakewood Ranch golf community has bundled golf membership?
Esplanade Golf and Country Club and Lakewood National Golf Club both use a bundled model, meaning golf access comes with property ownership rather than a separate club initiation fee.
What is the price range for homes in Country Club East?
As of 2026, homes in Country Club East generally range from about 515,000 to 2.9 million dollars, depending on size, lot, and finishes.
What golf event does Lakewood National host?
Lakewood National's Commander Course hosts the PGA TOUR's Korn Ferry Tour LECOM Suncoast Classic each April, with the 2026 tournament held April 2 through 5.
About the Agent: Steve Slocum, GRI, leads the 941 Team at Coldwell Banker Realty and works with buyers across Lakewood Ranch's golf communities, from bundled options like Lakewood National to invitation-only clubs like The Concession.
