Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lido Key
Beach living minutes from downtown Sarasota
57
Homes for sale
$950,000
Median list price
$996
Avg price / sqft
134
Median days on market
Lido Key sits just across the Ringling Bridge from downtown, trading the mainland bustle for Gulf sand and a slower, salt-air pace. It's the kind of place where a morning on the beach and an afternoon browsing the shops of nearby Sarasota homes for sale feel like part of the same easy routine. Compared to close-in mainland pockets like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores or the walkable energy of the Rosemary District, Lido Key leans fully into island life.
Right now there are 59 active listings on the island, with a median list price of $950,000, so this is a market where buyers should expect coastal pricing. Inventory at this level gives you real choice, but it also means comparing carefully before you commit. Working with an agent who tracks the island week to week — and who knows how it stacks up against options near Five Points — pays off here.
Lido Key is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$325,000 – $14M price range
1,421 sqft median home
$1,341/mo median HOA
$6,225/mo median rent
74 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lido Key
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$13,950,000
160 WHITTIER DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6 ba · 4,751 sqft
$4,380,000
514 S BLVD OF THE PRESIDENTS, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,700 sqft
$1,300,000
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B308, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,700 sqft
$839,000
2110 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 104, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft
$715,000
800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 304, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$699,000
2100 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 205, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,172 sqft
$550,000
1100 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 305, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 918 sqft
$425,000
129 TYLER DRIVE UNIT 101, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 766 sqft
$685,000
1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 206, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,367 sqft
$325,000
170 ROOSEVELT DRIVE UNIT 8, SARASOTA
0 bd · 1 ba · 294 sqft
$369,900
845 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 402, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 756 sqft
$12,500,000
361 S BLVD OF THE PRESIDENTS, SARASOTA
6 bd · 6.5 ba · 7,037 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lido Key boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lido Key market
74
Sold, last 12 months
$1,287,500
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
77 days
Median time to sell
Lido Key vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lido Key boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lido Key is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lido Key home
≈ $7,307/mo
$950,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,341/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$6,225/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,257
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Lido Key
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Culture
Top 4% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Lifestyles
Top 12% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Straight answers
Lido Key FAQs
Is Lido Key a good place to live?+
If you want beach access with downtown Sarasota just across the bridge, Lido Key delivers both. It's an island community that trades sprawl for walkability to the Gulf, and it stays connected to the culture and dining of the mainland. Buyers weighing it against closer-in neighborhoods like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores are usually choosing between mainland convenience and true island living.
Is Lido Key expensive?+
Yes, by regional standards it's a premium coastal market — the median list price is $950,000. That reflects the Gulf-front island location rather than any single home type. Prices across the 59 active listings vary, so it's worth reviewing the range with an agent before setting a budget.
What do homes cost on Lido Key?+
The current median list price is $950,000 across 59 active listings on the island. Detailed per-square-foot and size figures aren't broken out in the current data, so a listing-by-listing comparison is the best way to gauge value. An agent can pull recent activity to sharpen that picture for your search.
How is the Lido Key market right now?+
There are 59 homes actively listed, which gives buyers a solid selection to work with. Median days on market and sold data for the past year aren't available in the current figures, so pricing strategy should lean on live listing activity. That's where a local agent who watches the island closely adds the most value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes on Lido Key?+
Median HOA and property tax figures aren't reported in the current data for Lido Key, and they can vary widely between single-family homes and condo communities on the island. Because carrying costs differ so much by building, it's important to review each listing's specifics. Your agent can confirm the actual dues and tax numbers before you make an offer.
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