Crooked Creek Real Estate

Crooked Creek Real Estate

Welcome to Crooked Creek, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Sarasota County, Florida. This charming subdivision offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a serene lifestyle in the Sunshine State.

Crooked Creek boasts beautifully designed homes that reflect modern elegance while maintaining a warm, inviting atmosphere. Each property is thoughtfully situated amidst lush landscaping, providing residents with a sense of privacy and connection to nature. The community is known for its friendly neighbors and welcoming spirit, making it easy to forge lasting friendships.

One of the standout features of Crooked Creek is its prime location. Residents enjoy easy access to some of Florida's most stunning beaches, vibrant shopping districts, and delicious dining options. Just a short drive away, you can explore the breathtaking shores of Siesta Key or indulge in the cultural offerings of downtown Sarasota, including art galleries, theaters, and farmers' markets.

For those who appreciate an active lifestyle, Crooked Creek is surrounded by numerous parks and recreational facilities. Whether you prefer hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, the scenic trails and green spaces nearby provide ample opportunities to embrace the great outdoors.

Families will appreciate the highly-rated schools in the area, ensuring that children receive an excellent education while growing up in a nurturing environment. With its combination of natural beauty, community spirit, and convenient amenities, Crooked Creek is more than just a place to live—it's a place to thrive. Come explore this enchanting subdivision and discover your new home in sunny Sarasota!

Newest Listings in Crooked Creek

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Crooked Creek SubDv. ⋅ 34231 Zip Code

Hey… have you heard about this little hidden gem called Crooked Creek? Tucked away alongside the natural beauty of Red Bug Slough, this community is one of Sarasota’s best-kept secrets—and this rarely available end-unit villa might just be the one you’ve been waiting for. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, this spacious residence just under 1,700 sq ft lives large with a flexible layout that’s hard to find. Two of the bedrooms are generous ensuites, perfect for guests or multi-generational living, while the third bedroom offers versatility as a home office or den with its own patio. Inside, you’ll love the no-carpet lifestyle with stylish vinyl plank and tile flooring throughout, complemented by two skylights that fill the home with natural light. Enjoy the large enclosed sunroom as well as an open outdoor private patio, ideal for morning coffee or unwinding in the peaceful, lush surroundings of mature Florida landscaping. This amazing community was Designed by renowned Sarasota School of Architecture architect Tim Seibert, and this villa blends timeless design with a serene, nature-inspired setting. The lifestyle? It’s just as impressive. Residents enjoy a heated pool, pergolas, large Gazebo, wooden footbridge, scenic walking paths, and the tranquility of nearby Red Bug Slough Preserve—all while being minutes from shopping, dining, and Siesta Key beaches. The HOA offers exceptional value, covering roof maintenance, exterior building care, ground maintenance, private roads, cable, and WIFI, Pest control, and trash, making for truly low-maintenance living. Plus, no age restrictions—this is NOT a 55+ community. Opportunities like this don’t come around often… especially in Crooked Creek. Come take a look—you may just fall in love.

3351 Thornwood Road Unit 3351, Sarasota

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Crooked Creek SubDv. ⋅ 34231 Zip Code

Welcome to one of the best locations in Crooked Creek! This beautifully updated first-floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath split-plan condominium is ideally situated in the building directly next to the heated pool and just steps from the private community gate leading into the stunning Red Bug Slough Preserve. Light, bright, and open, the residence features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the outdoors in, showcasing peaceful views of Crooked Creek, a charming footbridge, and lush Florida landscaping filled with native foliage and wildlife. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverage from one of two serene lanais surrounded by nature. The Interior has been COMPLETELY UPDATED IN 2021, and now has a BRAND NEW A/C UNIT just installed May 2026. This stunning home offers a MODERN UPDATED KITCHEN with solid surface counters, stylish cabinetry, updated appliances, recessed and under-cabinet lighting, along with new laminate and tile flooring throughout. Both BATHROOMS were BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED, and the home also features fresh interior paint, plantation shutters, and recessed lighting in the kitchen, dining area, and guest bedroom. The versatile guest room includes a Murphy bed with built-in desk, making it perfect for visitors or a convenient home office. Crooked Creek residents enjoy numerous community improvements including NEW ROOFS (2019-2021), CARPORTS, EXTERIOR PAINT (2025), RESURFACED HEATED POOL (2025), and an updated poolside COMMUNITY KITCHEN (2025). Each unit includes covered parking and a private storage locker in a large community shed. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool, large pool deck with covered pergolas. A gazebo area with gas grills for BBQ gatherings, and a tennis/ pickleball court. Designed by RENOWNED ARCHITECT TIM SEIBERT of Sarasota School of Architecture, the Crooked Creek community is thoughtfully nestled within nature, with winding paths and tranquil surroundings that make it a true hidden gem. A must-see for nature lovers seeking peaceful Florida living just moments from everything Sarasota has to offer.

3361 Cross Creek Drive Unit 3361, Sarasota

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Crooked Creek SubDv. ⋅ 34231 Zip Code

Nestled on the second floor of Sarasota's boutique Crooked Creek community, this thoughtfully updated two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offers a rare combination of refined interiors, natural surroundings, and low-maintenance living. Since 2022, the owners have invested significantly in the home. The kitchen was fully renovated in 2023 with sleek European-style cabinetry, black granite countertops, and all-new appliances , a clean, contemporary space that anchors the open living area. Underfoot, premium engineered hardwood flooring with a 4mm wear layer (refinishable) runs through the main living and dining rooms, installed in 2022. Overhead, a designer Hubbardton Forge light fixture in the dining area and a new ceiling fan with wall switch in the living room add considered detail throughout (2024). The second bathroom received a complete refresh in 2025 with a new toilet, vanity, and flooring. Fresh paint throughout ,the living and dining rooms, kitchen, master and second baths, hallway, and master bedroom ceiling ties everything together with a crisp, move-in ready finish. The functional floor plan is further enhanced by a glass-enclosed porch, offering additional living space and a seamless connection to the outdoors. The unit enjoys a private, tranquil setting with views of mature tropical landscaping and the adjacent Red Bug Slough Preserve a natural buffer that creates a true sense of retreat while keeping you centrally located. Crooked Creek is a 78-unit community with a heated pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a clubhouse, and outdoor gathering areas. Covered assigned parking and dedicated storage are included. Shopping, dining, and area beaches are all just minutes away.

4957 Cross Creek Road Unit 4957, Sarasota

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Mikel Chaffee

Mike understands that buying and selling your home is one of, if not the biggest, financial decisions you will make. He knows first-hand the unparalleled value of hard work, dedication and exemplary service. With 13 homes sold in 2025 alone, putting him in the top percentile across the nation. Mike often works with his mom, Debi Chaffee Rose, as a mother-son team. Clients love their collaborative work and combined focus. Mike has a degree in management and operations, and for a number of years held his PGA Golf Certification. This experience gives him an intimate knowledge of many diverse golf and country club communities that make up the Florida lifestyle. 13 Years licensed as a Realtor, he is ready to put his experience to work, for you in any facet. Mike spends his free time with his beautiful wife Meghan, and their 4 Kids here in the town he was raised in, Bradenton Florida. They enjoy going and exploring the sunshine state together as a family.

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