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Southern Oaks in Parrish

Southern Oaks is an established Parrish neighborhood of single-family homes with open floor plans, a playground, a covered pavilion, and a dog park, all with no CDD fees.

At a glance

Southern Oaks at a glance

A Parrish neighborhood of about 140 single-family homes built from 2019 to 2022 off North Rye Road, with no CDD on the county parcel records, Rye Preserve 4 minutes away, and the zoned Rye Ranch Elementary about 6 minutes from the entrance.

Airport
SRQ 37 min, TPA 74 min

Homes: single-family, built 2019 to 2022, 1,485 to 3,608 sq ft, CDD no. From the homes for sale and the community guide, as of October 11, 2026.

The area

Living in Southern Oaks

Overview of Southern Oaks

Home types
About 140 single-family homes, built 2019 to 2022 (county records)
Home sizes
About 1,500 to 3,600 sq ft of living area (county records)
CDD
None on the county parcel records (2026)
Schools
Rye Ranch, Buffalo Creek Middle, Parrish Community High (2026)
Commute
I-75 at State Road 64 in 17 min, at Moccasin Wallow Rd in 19 min
Beach
Manatee Public Beach, 43 min
Nearest park
Rye Preserve trails and Manatee River launch, 4 min

About Southern Oaks in Parrish

  • Rye Preserve, 4 minutes away: walking trails, a Manatee River canoe and kayak launch, and camping October through April
  • Rye Ranch Elementary, the zoned elementary school that opened in August 2026, about 6 minutes from the entrance
  • Lake Manatee State Park's lakeshore swimming beach and fishing docks, 14 minutes south
  • Publix at Northchase on State Road 64 about 12 minutes away, with three more Publix stores within 17
  • No CDD assessment on the county parcel records

Southern Oaks suits buyers who want modern construction, reasonable fees, and convenient Parrish living without large-scale amenities or assessments. Before buying, know that the community is not gated and is not age restricted, so it is not a 55+ community. Maintenance is not included with the HOA, so owners handle their own home upkeep. There are no golf, tennis, or pickleball facilities, and no clubhouse. Contact Janelle Mertins for current listings and a private tour of Southern Oaks.

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Schools near Southern Oaks

Assigned schools depend on the address; confirm with the school district. Florida school grades from the Department of Education (opens in a new tab)

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Restaurants near Southern Oaks

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Things to do near Southern Oaks

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Parks and outdoors near Southern Oaks

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Shopping near Southern Oaks

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Health care near Southern Oaks

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Getting around near Southern Oaks

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Southern Oaks homes for sale: the market in September 2026

The 4 newest listings in Southern Oaks on September 24, 2026 (4 single-family homes) ranged from $337,000 to $439,000, with a median list price of $377,000, about $154 per square foot.

Wondering what homes in Southern Oaks in Parrish are really selling for? Janelle will tell you straight. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

What to know before you buy in Southern Oaks

  • What the HOA and any CDD fees are, what they cover, and whether a transfer fee applies at closing
  • Rental and lease rules, if you may rent the home out
  • Drive times at the hours you would really travel, to work, to SRQ, and to the beaches

Buying in Southern Oaks? Janelle can walk you through it before you make an offer. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Southern Oaks FAQ

Is Southern Oaks gated?

No, Southern Oaks in Parrish is not a gated community. It is an established neighborhood of single-family homes with a playground, a covered pavilion, and a dog park.

Does Southern Oaks have CDD fees?

No, Southern Oaks has no CDD fees. Homeowners pay HOA dues, which help with the general upkeep of shared spaces like the playground, covered pavilion, and dog park, keeping overall costs more affordable.

What amenities does Southern Oaks have?

Southern Oaks offers a playground, a covered pavilion, and a dog park. The community does not have a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, walking paths, golf, tennis, or pickleball.

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Climate

Weather, month by month

Average high and low in °F, and rain in inches, for each month.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

  1. Janhigh 72.5°low 52.3°2.8 in
  2. Febhigh 74.9°low 54.6°1.9 in
  3. Marhigh 78.2°low 58.1°2.9 in
  4. Aprhigh 82.5°low 62.7°2.5 in
  5. Mayhigh 87.5°low 68.2°2.6 in
  6. Junhigh 90.0°low 73.6°7.1 in
  7. Julhigh 91.1°low 75.2°7.4 in
  8. Aughigh 91.5°low 75.3°9.1 in
  9. Sephigh 90.2°low 74.1°6.0 in
  10. Octhigh 86.3°low 68.3°2.8 in
  11. Novhigh 80.0°low 60.1°1.8 in
  12. Dechigh 75.2°low 55.2°2.3 in

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30 (NOAA National Hurricane Center, https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/); June through September is the rainy season, with most afternoons bringing a short thunderstorm.

NOAA climate normals, 1991 to 2020, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals), as reproduced in the Sarasota, Florida climate table (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarasota,_Florida); read 2026-10-04.

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