The Meadows Florida Map

About The Meadows, Florida

The Meadows is a locality in Sarasota County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,492. The population density is 887.3 people per km². The Meadows is located at 27.3617°N, 82.4690°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 34235.

The Meadows unfolds under a sky that often carries the soft, diffused light of coastal Florida, a gentle expanse where manicured green spaces meet the subtle undulations of the land. It lies 2.8 miles south-west of Lakewood Ranch, FL (from Lakewood Ranch, FL: bearing 232°T), and is situated 4.2 miles east-north-east of Sarasota. Towering oaks, draped with Spanish moss that sways like ancient beards in the humid breeze, form leafy canopies over quiet residential streets, their branches reaching out as if to embrace the dappled sunlight that filters through. The air here often holds the faintest hint of salt, a reminder of the proximity to the Gulf, mingling with the sweet perfume of blooming jasmine and the earthy scent of well-tended lawns. Even in the early morning, before the full heat of the day asserts itself, there's a languid quality to the atmosphere, a sense that time itself has slowed its hurried march. Historically, The Meadows evolved from landscapes shaped by both nature and human endeavor, its character subtly influenced by the ebb and flow of agricultural pursuits that once dominated the region and the subsequent development that embraced a more residential focus. The area's economy, now largely driven by service industries and the comforts of suburban living, still retains echoes of its past, with a quiet dedication to maintaining the verdant beauty that gives The Meadows its name. While not a hub of grand historical landmarks, its distinctive charm lies in the understated elegance of its planned communities, the well-maintained parks that serve as communal lungs, and the pervasive sense of peaceful domesticity that defines its daily rhythm. Residents here often speak of a close-knit feel, a shared appreciation for the tranquil environment and the easy access to the vibrant cultural offerings of the wider Sarasota area.

About This The Meadows Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of The Meadows, Florida with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on The Meadows and Sarasota County.

Detailed location data for The Meadows includes the ZIP code (34235), telephone area code (941), county seat of Sarasota County (Sarasota), and school district assignment (Sarasota County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct The Meadows is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.