Single-Family
- Square feet
- 1,500 – 2,500 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 3–4 bed / 2–3 bath
Approximate price range
D.R. Horton series homes. Good value for newer construction inside LWR.
Lakewood Ranch, FL · Manatee County · 34211
Solera at Lakewood Ranch
Newer construction, gated, great value inside LWR.
Solera at Lakewood Ranch is a newer D.R. Horton community that rounds out the more affordable gated options in LWR's 34211 zip. It's a straightforward community, gated entry, resort pool, community spaces, and D.R. Horton's build quality and warranty. A solid entry point into the LWR school district for buyers watching their budget.
Written by Sekina Probasco, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · June 2026 · Photography by Gulf Coast Realty Media
What Solera is like at a glance
- Location
- Manatee County · 34211
- Builder
- D.R. Horton
- Gated
- Yes, gated
- Homes
- ~350 homes
- Golf
- None
- Type
- Gated newer construction
The home styles you'll find in Solera
Here's what you'll typically find available in Solera. Text me for what is actually on the market right now.
Inventory moves daily. Text me for current active listings in Solera and what they are actually going for.
Amenities and everyday life in Solera
Community
- Resort-style pool and deck
- Fitness center
- Pickleball courts
- Playground
What makes Solera stand out
- One of the most accessible price points inside the LWR master plan
- D.R. Horton's newer construction with builder warranty
- Gated community with resort pool and courts
- Easy access to LWR's retail corridor and A-rated schools
Schools your kids would be zoned for
School assignments can change as districts re-zone. Always confirm at the specific street address before relying on the assignment.
2025–2026
- Elementary: Gullett Elementary (A-rated)
- Middle: Dr. Mona Jain Middle (A-rated)
- High: Lakewood Ranch High
Who tends to be happy in Solera
- First-time buyers or those with a tighter budget who want LWR
- Buyers who want newer construction without a golf or club fee
- Families prioritizing A-rated schools at a lower price point
- Investors looking for rental-friendly, newer construction inside LWR
HOA and CDD fees in Solera
On top of your mortgage and property taxes, here is what Solera asks of you every month, and who takes care of the outside of your home.
- CDD, Solera carries one. It is an infrastructure assessment collected on your annual property tax bill rather than on the HOA invoice, which is why it catches people by surprise. The line on your tax bill is the Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District assessment rather than a numbered community CDD. That district covers most of Lakewood Ranch, and it is why a builder can tell you there is no CDD here and still be right while an assessment arrives anyway. It usually carries two parts, one for operations and one for the bond that paid to put the infrastructure in the ground.
Fees shift by home type and they change year to year, so I would rather give you real numbers than a guess. Once you find a place in Solera you love, I will pull the current estoppel and we will look at the exact figures for that home together.
Villages people compare with Solera
Most buyers look at a few before they decide. These are the ones closest to Solera on lifestyle and price.
Star Farms at Lakewood RanchOne of the largest new communities in LWR, still building out.Woodleaf HammockPreserve-surrounded living at a mid-range LWR price.Central Park at Lakewood RanchOne of LWR's established family neighborhoods, big park, great vibe.Greenbrook at Lakewood RanchOne of LWR's most family-friendly established neighborhoods.Lorraine LakesOne of LWR's biggest amenity packages, and no golf fee attached.Palisades at Lakewood RanchGated, lakefront views, and a relaxed community pace.
Curious about Solera?
Send me a quick text or drop the address you're looking at. I'll put together current comps, any active listings in Solera, and answer whatever you're wondering about.