Oakfield Lakes is a new-construction community by Starlight Homes in Parrish, Manatee County priced from $338K to $390K. The community features offering single-family homes. Contact Barrett Henry for free buyer representation and current incentive details.
Oakfield Lakes at a Glance
| Price Range | $338K – $390K |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Single-Family Homes |
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About Oakfield Lakes
Oakfield Lakes has the feel of a neighborhood still finding its rhythm — which, depending on where you are in life, is either exactly what you want or something to think about. Starlight Homes is building here at a pace that keeps the community active without feeling chaotic, and the people moving in tend to be younger families and first-time buyers who want a new construction home in Manatee County without stretching into Lakewood Ranch prices. The pool, fitness center, dog park, and walking trails give the community enough amenity backbone that you're not just buying a house on a street — there's actual infrastructure for a daily routine. It's low-key right now, but give it a couple of years and this will look like a fully established neighborhood. Parrish sits in northern Manatee County, and its growth corridor along US-301 and Fort Hamer Road has been one of the fastest-developing pockets in the entire Tampa Bay region. From Oakfield Lakes, you're roughly 45 to 50 minutes from downtown Tampa depending on how I-75 is behaving, and you can get to Bradenton in about 20 minutes. Sarasota is closer than most people expect — around 35 to 40 minutes south on I-75. Anna Maria Island and the Gulf beaches are doable on a Saturday morning without the same traffic headache you'd face leaving from the north side of Tampa. The area around Parrish is still catching up on retail and dining, but the intersection at US-301 and Moccasin Wallow Road has been filling in steadily, and Fort Hammer Park on the Manatee River is a genuinely nice outdoor option close by. School zoning would fall under Manatee County School District — confirm current assignments directly with the district before you finalize anything. Starlight Homes positions itself as an entry-level builder, so the price range here — $337,990 to $389,990 — reflects that. You're getting a concrete block home with what Starlight calls a "Everything's Included" model, meaning more features come standard than you'd expect at this price point, which is one of their legitimate selling points. That said, manage your expectations on lot size and finish quality relative to what you'd get from a move-up builder. There's likely a CDD (Community Development District) tied to this community given how Parrish developments are typically structured — that means an additional annual assessment on your property tax bill beyond any HOA dues, and that number can be meaningful. Get the full CDD balance and annual assessment figure from the sales office before you run your numbers. Build timelines with Starlight have generally been in the 6 to 9 month range, but spec inventory exists in many of their communities if you need to move faster. Walk the community, ask about completed phases versus what's still under development, and factor Florida's current insurance market into your monthly cost estimates early.
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$338K – $390K
Barrett's Take on Oakfield Lakes
Here's my take on Oakfield Lakes — it's a Starlight Homes community in Parrish, which puts it squarely in that fast-growing corridor of Manatee County where US-301 and Ft. Hamer Road are seeing more cranes than traffic lights these days. Starlight is an entry-level brand, and they're upfront about that. In this price range — high $300s — you're getting a solid concrete block home with the basics done right, but don't walk in expecting luxury finishes or a lot of flexibility on the floor plan. The buyer this community is built for is someone who wants a new home, a real neighborhood with amenities, and doesn't want to stretch their budget to get there. If that's you, Oakfield Lakes is worth a serious look. If you're expecting Toll Brothers finishes at Starlight prices, save everyone some time. On negotiation — Starlight isn't known for deep discounts off the base price, but they'll often move on closing cost assistance, especially if you use their preferred lender. Same advice as always: get a competing Loan Estimate from an independent lender before you commit to anyone's in-house financing. Where they tend to have less flexibility is on structural options and lot premiums — pond-view and conservation lots in communities like this typically run an extra $5,000 to $15,000 depending on what you're looking at, and they rarely discount those. Ask specifically what the lot premium is on any homesite before you fall in love with the view. Also ask about the CDD — Parrish communities almost universally carry one, and it's not uncommon to see annual CDD fees in the $1,500 to $2,500 range added to your property tax bill on top of HOA dues. That affects your real monthly payment more than most buyers realize until they're already under contract. Day-to-day, Parrish is genuinely improving as a place to live — the amenity picture has come a long way in the last five years. You've got a pool, fitness center, dog park, and walking trails here, which covers the basics well. The honest trade-off is the commute. If you're heading to downtown Tampa, you're looking at 45 to 60 minutes most mornings via I-75 North to the Selmon Expressway or I-275 — longer during peak hours. St. Pete is roughly the same. Bradenton and Sarasota are more manageable. If you work on the North Manatee or South Hillsborough side — Amazon, the warehouses off US-301, or the Lakewood Ranch business corridor — this location actually works pretty well. Manatee County schools serve the area, and while the district has been building new capacity to keep pace with all this growth, I'd pull the specific school assignments and check the current ratings before making a final call, especially if you have school-age kids.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate at REMAX Collective · 23+ years of real estate experience
What You'll Find at Oakfield Lakes
Home Types Available
Detached homes with private yards, typically 3-5 bedrooms with owners suites and 2-car garages.
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Why Buyers Choose Oakfield Lakes
Located in Parrish, Manatee County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
Competitively priced from $338K to $390K — strong value for new construction in Manatee County.
Built by Starlight Homes — a builder with a track record Tampa Bay buyers can evaluate before signing.
Community amenities include Pool, Fitness Center, Playground and 2 more — lifestyle perks that come with your HOA.
About Starlight Homes
Starlight Homes is a subsidiary of Ashton Woods Homes, which is one of the larger private homebuilders in the country. Ashton Woods created the Starlight brand specifically to go after the entry-level and first-time buyer market — think of it as Ashton Woods' value line, built around affordability without completely abandoning the design sensibility the parent company is known for.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oakfield Lakes
How much do homes cost in Oakfield Lakes?
New homes in Oakfield Lakes are priced from $338K to $390K. Pricing depends on the floor plan, lot premium, and design center selections. Contact Barrett Henry at (813) 692-9099 for the most current pricing and available incentives.
Who is the builder of Oakfield Lakes?
Oakfield Lakes is built by Starlight Homes. Starlight Homes is a subsidiary of Ashton Woods Homes, which is one of the larger private homebuilders in the country. Barrett Henry provides free buyer representation so you have an agent working for you, not the builder.
What amenities does Oakfield Lakes offer?
Oakfield Lakes amenities include Pool, Fitness Center, Playground, Walking Trails, Dog Park. HOA fees cover community maintenance and amenity access.
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Last updated: July 19, 2026
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