Community
Esplanade at Azario
Taylor Morrison's newest Esplanade in Lakewood Ranch.
Overview
Esplanade at Azario is Taylor Morrison's newer Esplanade community on the north side of Lakewood Ranch, featuring an 18-hole championship course and a resort amenity campus.
Lifestyle
Golf (bundled on select homesites), resort pool, culinary center, wellness spa, pickleball, tennis, dog parks, and a full lifestyle program.
Housing options
Villas, coach homes, and single-family homes from Taylor Morrison, typically from the $500s to $1.5M+.
Pros
- Newer Esplanade community with modern floor plans
- Bundled-golf option
- Full culinary and wellness amenities
Considerations
- Bundled golf fees where applicable
- North LWR location means a longer drive to Sarasota
- This community sits inside a Lakewood Ranch Community Development District. CDD assessments show up on your property tax bill, separate from HOA dues. Across Lakewood Ranch they range from about $1,240 to over $6,400 a year depending on the neighborhood. Ask me for the exact figure on any home you're considering.
- Public schools here are part of the School District of Manatee County, which earned a B for 2025-26. In 2025, 12 of 17 east Manatee schools earned A grades. School zoning changes, so verify the assigned schools for any address with the district before you buy.
Lifestyle fit
Buyers who love the Esplanade concept but want the newest floor plans and finishes.
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