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Cassia vs Esplanade vs Townhomes — which section of Skye Ranch fits you

A side-by-side of price, size, HOA, age restrictions, and lifestyle.

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Quick reference

  • Townhomes at Skye Ranch: $264K–$410K, ~$218–$265/sqft, ~$4,100/year HOA + CDD, 60–90 days on market.
  • Cassia at Skye Ranch: Median $556K, $232–$338/sqft, ~98 days on market, FEMA Zone X.
  • Esplanade at Skye Ranch (55+): from ~$621K, resort/lifestyle programming included.

Source: Sarasota MLS / Stellar MLS + Taylor Morrison + Sarasota County Property Appraiser, updated December 2025.

Townhomes — best for first-time / lock-and-leave

  • Two- and three-story attached homes near The Hub
  • Exterior maintenance covered by HOA (roof reserves, paint schedule)
  • Lowest price point in the community
  • Trade-off: smaller yards, party walls

Cassia — the mainstream family choice

  • Detached single-family across multiple floor plans
  • Yards big enough for a pool build; many lots back to preserve or water
  • Closest match to what most buyers picture when they think "new Sarasota home"

Esplanade at Skye Ranch — 55+ resort

  • Age-restricted (one household member 55+)
  • Higher HOA reflects lifestyle programming, additional amenities
  • Best fit for buyers who want the Hub-plus-more experience without the family-heavy vibe of Cassia

Same community, three lifestyles

All three share The Hub, Turner Park, and the trails. But the day-to-day feel is different: townhomes are walkable to amenities and lean younger; Cassia is family-heavy with the on-site K-8 five minutes away; Esplanade skews retiree and quieter after 8pm.

What to ask on the tour

  • What is the current HOA dues schedule (not the marketing number from 2 years ago)?
  • Is there a builder incentive on rate buy-down this month?
  • How long until the closest Phase 2 amenity opens near this lot?
  • What are the deed-restriction rules on fencing, rentals, and exterior color?

Side-by-side comparison

Section comparison

Cassia vs Esplanade vs Townhomes at a glance

The differences that actually change your day-to-day.

Feature
Cassia
Single family
Esplanade
Resort-style 55+
Townhomes
Low-maintenance
Home styleFamily single-familyGated single-family, active adultAttached, 2–3 bed
Typical price range$650k–$1.1M$700k–$1.3M$430k–$550k
Combined HOA + CDD (yr)~$3,200~$4,600~$4,100
Exterior maintenance included No No Yes
Private gate No Yes No
Access to The Hub Yes Yes Yes
Age restriction No55+ (one resident) No
Best forGrowing families near the K-8Downsizers who want resort lifeFirst-time buyers, lock-and-leave

Which section, which pros

Cassia estate lots have larger yards (higher lawn cost), taller great rooms (higher cleaning cost), and more glass (higher window-treatment cost). Esplanade lots and the townhomes have less exterior maintenance but the same interior needs. Regardless of section:

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FAQ

Can non-55 buyers purchase in Esplanade at Skye Ranch?

Esplanade is age-restricted — at least one occupant of the household must be 55 or older, per the deed restrictions. Confirm current rules with the HOA before offering.

Are the Skye Ranch townhomes fee-simple or condo?

They are typically fee-simple townhomes with an HOA that maintains the exterior. Always confirm with the specific product line and current HOA docs.

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