01 Englewood

Old Florida Coastal Charm

Englewood is a charming coastal community straddling the Sarasota-Charlotte County line. Known for its quiet beaches, excellent fishing, and Old Florida character, Englewood offers a relaxed lifestyle without the crowds and high prices of Sarasota and Venice. Manasota Key provides beautiful beaches and Stump Pass Beach State Park offers pristine natural coastline.

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Englewood, Florida - Old Florida Coastal Charm
Englewood Where the Coast Gets Quiet

02 Overview

What Makes Englewood Special

  • Englewood Beach on Manasota Key with beautiful Gulf views
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park with pristine beach and nature trails
  • Lemon Bay, a protected aquatic preserve perfect for kayaking
  • Manasota Key with its mix of residential communities and beaches
  • The historic Englewood downtown district with unique boutiques

03 Dining

Where to Eat in Englewood

Top Picks

Village Fish Market
Lock n Key Restaurant
The Waverly Restaurant
Englewood Ale House
Mama's Italian Restaurant
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04 Events

Live Music & Events in Englewood

Music Venues & Performing Arts

Lemon Bay Playhouse

Theater / Musicals / Community

Englewood community theater producing plays, musicals, and special performances throughout the year. A cultural hub for the Englewood area offering quality live theater.

96 W Dearborn St, Englewood

Restaurants, Bars & Waterfront Spots with Live Music

White Elephant Pub

Acoustic / Rock / Island

A beloved Englewood pub on Manasota Key with live music on weekends. Known for its friendly atmosphere, waterfront views, and regular live entertainment featuring local bands.

Friday-Sunday evenings
1160 Beach Rd, Englewood

SandBar Tiki & Grille

Island / Acoustic / Variety

Beachfront tiki bar and grille on Manasota Key with live music and stunning Gulf sunset views. Features local musicians playing island tunes and classic rock in a casual outdoor setting.

Live music weekends
Manasota Key, Englewood

Festivals & Annual Events

Englewood Farmers Market

Community farmers market featuring fresh produce, local honey, artisan crafts, and live music.

weekly Saturday

Olde Englewood Village

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What's Happening in
Englewood

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05 Activities

Things to Do in Englewood

Family & Kids Activities

Stump Pass Beach State Park

Pristine beach state park with nature trails, shelling, fishing, and wildlife viewing on Manasota Key.

Daily 8 AM-sunset

Englewood Pioneer Days Parade

Annual community parade and celebration featuring marching bands, floats, and family activities. Arrive by 9 AM.

annual

National Public Lands Day

Free admission and family activities at Sarasota County parks celebrating public lands. Includes nature walks and volunteer opportunities.

2026-09-27

06 Beaches & Water

Beaches & Water Activities

Englewood Beach

Quiet beach on Manasota Key with great shelling and spectacular sunset views.

Stump Pass Beach State Park

Pristine natural beach preserve at the southern tip of Manasota Key.

Manasota Beach

A wide, natural beach with public access on upper Manasota Key.

07 Real Estate

Englewood Real Estate Market

Price Range
$250K - $1.5M+
Median Home
$375,000
Median Condo
$245,000
Market Insight
Englewood offers excellent value compared to communities north of the county line. Waterfront properties on Manasota Key and Lemon Bay command premiums.
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08 Pros

Advantages

  • More affordable than Sarasota and Venice
  • Excellent beaches without the crowds
  • Great fishing and kayaking in Lemon Bay
  • Strong sense of community
  • Close to boating access to Charlotte Harbor

08 Cons

Considerations

  • Limited dining and entertainment options
  • Fewer employment opportunities
  • Older housing stock in some areas
  • Fewer healthcare facilities than larger cities
  • Isolated from major interstates

09 Schools

Education in Englewood

District
Sarasota County Schools / Charlotte County Public Schools
Rating
B+
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Englewood sits on the county line, with Lemon Bay High School serving both sides. The schools are generally rated above average.

Lemon Bay High SchoolSky Academy Englewood

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