About
Botanic Waterside features upscale apartments in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, located in Sarasota County's vibrant Waterside neighborhood. The community offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes with chef-inspired kitchens and lofty 12 to 14-foot ceilings, plus oversized closets and private screened balconies. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a luxury pool and sundeck, fitness center with yoga room, clubhouse & lounge, co-working and conference spaces, cinema theater, game room, dog park and dog spa, and package lockers. Walkable access to Waterside Place puts dining, shopping, events, and waterfront recreation close to home.
Floor Plans
Cove | A1
$1745.59 - $1885.59/mo
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Size
684 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Spring | A2
$1818.59 - $2028.59/mo
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Size
815 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Tide | A3
$1964.59 - $2064.59/mo
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Size
985 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Current | A4
$2085.59 - $2132/mo
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Size
1005 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Harbour | B2
$2305 - $2455.59/mo
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Size
1149 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Canal | B3
$2376.59 - $2525/mo
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Size
1246 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Drift | B4
$2505.59 - $2605.59/mo
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Size
1294 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Creek | B5
$2378.59 - $2695/mo
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Size
1303 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Glacier | C1
$2926.59/mo
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Size
1535 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Stream | C2
$2876.59 - $3296/mo
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Size
1547 sq ft
Deposit
$500
Community Amenities
BBQ grills
Bike repair station
Bike storage
Co-working space
Community green space
Conference room
Cyber cafe with coffee bar
Dog park
Dog spa
Elevator access
Fitness center
Game room
Guest suites available
Movie theater
Online rent payment
Online service requests
Package lockers
Picnic pavilion
Rapid response maintenance
Resident clubhouse & lounge
Resort-style swimming pool
Sundeck
Walkable to Waterside Place
Yoga room
Unit Features
Designer tile kitchen backsplashes
Stainless steel appliances
Quartz countertops
Side-by-side refrigerators (select units)
Kitchen island with pendant lighting
Ceiling fans
Built-in computer niches (select units)
Double sink bathroom vanities (select units)
In-home washer & dryer
9' to 14' ceilings
Screened patios/balconies
Wood-finish flooring
Transom windows (select units)
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Neighborhood
Botanic Waterside is located in Sarasota County’s Waterside area near Lakewood Ranch, with walkable access to the lakeside town center at Waterside Place. This nearby hub is designed for everyday convenience and weekend fun, offering a mix of dining, shopping, and community events centered around the waterfront setting.
Residents can enjoy local happenings like Ranch Nights, farmers’ markets, and seasonal festivals, plus outdoor recreation options in the surrounding parks and trails. For a broader day out, the area also connects you to well-known destinations mentioned nearby such as Nathan Benderson Park, plus additional shopping and entertainment options throughout the Lakewood Ranch corridor.
FAQ
What are the office hours at Botanic Waterside?
Office hours are Monday–Friday 9 AM–6 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, and Sunday 1 PM–5 PM.
What lease terms are available?
A 12-month lease term is shown in the cost estimate flow. The site notes that lease terms shorter than 12 months may be subject to short-term premiums that may not be displayed online; contact the leasing office for details.
Is Botanic Waterside pet-friendly?
Yes. Dogs and cats are welcome with a maximum of 2 pets per apartment. The pet policy shows a $400 one-time fee and $25 monthly pet rent, with breed restrictions including a 'no aggressive breed' policy.
How much is the application fee and administrative fee?
The cost estimate pages show an application fee of $75 per applicant and an administrative fee of $199 per unit.
How much is the security deposit?
The cost estimate pages list a security deposit of $500 (noting that conditional deposits may vary based on screening results).
Is parking available?
Yes. The FAQ states the community offers open surface parking for residents, with reserved parking available at an additional cost.
Is smoking allowed?
No. The FAQ states smoking is not permitted inside apartment homes or on patios, including e-cigarettes and vaping devices.
How do I pay rent?
The FAQ states rent is due on the 1st of each month and can be paid online via the resident portal. The community does not accept cash or personal checks.
How much do I need to earn to rent a Cove | A1?
Based on Cove | A1 at $1,746/month, you need to earn approximately $69,824/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Spring | A2?
Based on Spring | A2 at $1,819/month, you need to earn approximately $72,744/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Tide | A3?
Based on Tide | A3 at $1,965/month, you need to earn approximately $78,584/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Current | A4?
Based on Current | A4 at $2,086/month, you need to earn approximately $83,424/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Harbour | B2?
Based on Harbour | B2 at $2,305/month, you need to earn approximately $92,200/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Canal | B3?
Based on Canal | B3 at $2,377/month, you need to earn approximately $95,064/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Drift | B4?
Based on Drift | B4 at $2,506/month, you need to earn approximately $100,224/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Creek | B5?
Based on Creek | B5 at $2,379/month, you need to earn approximately $95,144/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Glacier | C1?
Based on Glacier | C1 at $2,927/month, you need to earn approximately $117,064/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
How much do I need to earn to rent a Stream | C2?
Based on Stream | C2 at $2,877/month, you need to earn approximately $115,064/year (monthly rent should be no more than 30% of gross income).
Comparisons
Compared with other Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota-area apartment options, Botanic Waterside stands out for its walkable proximity to Waterside Place—a lakeside town center focused on dining, shopping, and events. That near-doorstep access can be a major advantage for residents who want an active, connected lifestyle without relying on long drives.
The community also pairs that location with resort-style amenities such as a cinema theater, co-working and conference spaces, a yoga room, and a pool and sundeck, offering a strong mix of work-from-home functionality and social/recreation spaces.
Area Information
The surrounding Waterside/Lakewood Ranch area is designed as an active, amenity-rich place to live with a mix of shopping, dining, and frequent community events. Nearby destinations highlighted include Waterside Place (events and town-center experiences) and Nathan Benderson Park for outdoor recreation.
For households considering schools, the property FAQ references nearby options including Tatum Ridge Elementary School, Robert Willis Elementary School, McIntosh Middle School, Booker High School, and Beyond the Spectrum Elementary/Middle/High School (private). Transportation notes on the FAQ indicate there is not public transportation within close proximity of the buildings, and driving access via I-75/University Parkway is referenced for directions.
Contact
Phone: +1-941-271-4200
Website: https://www.botanicwaterside.com/
Office Hours
Monday:9 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday:9 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday:9 AM - 6 PM
Thursday:9 AM - 6 PM
Friday:9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday:10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday:1 PM - 5 PM