Turtle Creek - East Lake Woodlands
Turtle Creek - One of East Lake Woodlands' Most Beloved Luxury Communities
Ask longtime ELW residents which single-family section they love most and Turtle Creek comes up again and again. It's easy to understand why. A private enclave of 151 homes surrounded on all sides by natural wood-stands and the East Lake golf course — with homes built by some of Pinellas County's most respected builders, including Arthur Rutenberg and Costanza. Golf course views, conservation lots, pond backdrops, and outdoor living areas designed for the Florida lifestyle are the norm here, not the exception.
Built in the late 1980s and 1990s, Turtle Creek homes range from 2,800 to over 4,800 square feet - with 4 and 5-bedroom floor plans, gas fireplaces, large master suites with garden tubs and walk-in closets, spacious kitchens, outdoor kitchens and wet bars, and three-car garages. It's a community that has everything - and residents know it.
🌳 Neighborhood Feel & Character
Turtle Creek has a warm, established community feel that reflects the caliber of its homes and the longevity of its residents. The natural wood-stands surrounding the community, the golf course backdrop, and the curb appeal of every home give Turtle Creek a tranquil, country-estate atmosphere that's genuinely rare inside a gated community.
What residents love about Turtle Creek:
➤ 151 homes - large enough for a genuine community feel, small enough to know your neighbors
➤ Surrounded by natural wood-stands and the ELW golf course
➤ Golf course, pond, and conservation views throughout
➤ Built by Arthur Rutenberg, Costanza, and other top Pinellas County builders
➤ Outdoor kitchens, wet bars, and resort-style pools throughout
➤ Gas fireplaces - a coveted Florida feature
➤ Impeccable landscaping and strong curb appeal on every lot
➤ Full access to Ardea Country Club (membership optional)
🏠 Homes in Turtle Creek
Homes in Turtle Creek were built in the late 1980s and 1990s by some of the finest residential builders in Pinellas County. The result is a collection of large, thoughtfully designed homes with the kind of craftsmanship and detail that holds up beautifully decades later.
You'll typically find:
➤ 4–5 bedrooms, 3–4 bathrooms
➤ 2,800 to 4,800+ sq ft of living space
➤ Three-car garages
➤ In-ground pools with outdoor kitchens and wet bar areas
➤ Golf course, pond, and conservation lot views
➤ Gas fireplaces
➤ Large master suites with garden tubs and walk-in closets
➤ Plant shelves, vaulted and tray ceilings throughout
➤ Spacious kitchens with updated finishes on many homes
➤ Impeccable landscaping and curb appeal throughout
📍 Location within East Lake Woodlands
Turtle Creek is located just off East Lake Woodlands Parkway - accessed right off Tampa Road as you enter the ELW community. From Turtle Creek residents are minutes from:
➤ Ardea Country Club — golf, tennis, pickleball, pool, fitness, and dining
➤ Brooker Creek Preserve — 8,700 acres of natural preserve bordering ELW
➤ Tampa Road shopping and dining corridor
➤ East Lake High School — an "A" rated school
➤ Tampa International Airport (approximately 20 minutes)
➤ Gulf Coast beaches (approximately 30–40 minutes)
📊 Turtle Creek Market Snapshot
🏷️ Active Listings Range: Homes in Turtle Creek typically list in the $600,000–$1,100,000+ range, with golf course frontage and heavily updated homes at the higher end.
💰 Recent Sold Price Range: Recent sales have generally fallen in the $550,000s to $1,050,000s, with consistent demand reflecting Turtle Creek's reputation as one of ELW's most desirable sections.
🏠 Home Sizes: Most homes offer 4–5 bedrooms with layouts ranging from approximately 2,800 to 4,800+ sq ft, with three-car garages, pools, outdoor kitchens, and golf course or conservation views throughout.
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