Oak Street Resurfacing Project
Overview: All of Oak Street, from US 301 to Orange Ave will be resurfaced with the work estimated to run
Neighborhood News
About Laurel Park
A historic neighborhood of single family homes and apartment buildings, adjacent to the heart of the City of Sarasota. This highly sought-after community with its friendly neighbors has access to a kayak launch and is within short walk to the city's downtown district. Echoing Andrés Duany, Strong Towns identifies Laurel Park as the new urban ideal walkable neighborhood and model from the past for the present and future.
Oh, and yes, there is an actual park, Laurel Park, located within the namesake neighborhood.
Charming Downtown Living
Sarasota Magazine considers Laurel Park the perfect alternative to a downtown condo. The diverse historic architecture and engaged neighborhood is shown in ABC7 Suncoast's A Place We Call Home.
Walkable Neighborhood
With few commercial structures, but easy access to restaurants, shops, and parks, Laurel Park is the urbanist ideal of a walkable community. Highlights of the walkable attractions include: Payne Park, Selby Gardens, and Sarasota Art Museum.
Historic Tour
Take a walking tour of the 45 homes and structures in Laurel Park with City or National historic register designation.Historic homes map (PDF)
