The Pinestone neighborhood was one of the first multifamily communities developed at Palmer Ranch. The developers envisioned a residential complex that could offer convenience, safety and quality of life to families, single professionals, retirees, and seasonal residents. To this end, Pinestone developers had a vision that did not involve a high-rise condominium.

Although condominium towers are still going up all across Florida, things are different at Palmer Ranch. Upon arrival at Pinestone, home shoppers find handsome row houses arranged into three-story buildings designed with a modern take on the Mediterranean style of residential architecture.

The Pinestone floor plans start at 1,068 square feet with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, which are typically listed at just over $150K. A three-bedroom and two-bathroom unit built on 1,604 square feet can be found listed under $225K. Pinestone listings do not last too long on the market, and the reasonable price points are just one of the reasons they are often in demand.

Home shoppers who visit Pinestone are greeted by careful landscaping, a large resort-style swimming pool, green areas, a clubhouse, basketball and tennis courts, a fitness center, and a picnic area with BBQ grills. These are just the neighborhood amenities; the Potter Park YMCA and the Stoneybrook golf course are practically adjacent to the property. The Sarasota Square Mall is just across a small lake, and the Siesta Key beaches are 15 minutes away.

Young residents of Pinestone are served by Gulf Gate Elementary, Sarasota Middle and the Suncoast Polytechnical High School. A number of private and religious academies are also located in proximity to the neighborhood.