Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota Beach
Coastal living minutes from downtown and the Gulf
33
Homes for sale
$1,700,000
Median list price
$952
Avg price / sqft
79
Median days on market
Sarasota Beach sits where the Gulf-side energy of the barrier islands meets the walkable rhythm of the mainland, stretching from the shoreline near Lido Key up through the arts-and-dining corridor of the Rosemary District. It's a stretch that draws people who want water within reach, a strong sense of neighborhood, and quick access to everything Sarasota offers — from the bayfront communities of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores to the tucked-away lots of Sky Ranch. The vibe is coastal but grounded, the kind of place where morning beach walks and evening gallery openings fit into the same day.
For buyers, this is a premium coastal market and the numbers reflect it: 33 homes are active with a median list price of $1,700,000, and $1M-plus properties make up 20 of those listings. Homes are averaging $952 per square foot and taking a median 92 days to sell, so there's room to negotiate — sellers over the past year netted about 92% of asking. If you want more of the wider picture, browse all Sarasota homes for sale alongside what's available here.
Sarasota Beach is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$563,570 – $8.5M price range
1,982 sqft median home
$875/mo median HOA
$8,000/mo median rent
64 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sarasota Beach
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$5,690,000
539 AVENIDA DEL NORTE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5 ba · 4,195 sqft
$4,795,000
5572 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,523 sqft
$3,800,000
5531 CALLE DEL VERANO, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,200 sqft
$2,100,000
471 ISLAND CIRCLE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,922 sqft
$859,000
5451 SHADOW LAWN DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,172 sqft
$5,000,000
534 BEACH ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,750 sqft
$995,000
734 CANAL ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,412 sqft
$902,000
617 CALLE DE PERU, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,560 sqft
$699,000$720,000
5600 BEACH WAY DR UNIT 213, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,282 sqft
$3,795,000
813 IDLEWILD WAY, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 4,161 sqft
$568,000$593,000
925 BEACH ROAD UNIT 107, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 940 sqft
$1,725,000
548A BEACH ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,080 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sarasota Beach boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota Beach market
64
Sold, last 12 months
$1,065,750
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
81 days
Median time to sell
Sarasota Beach vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 4.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sarasota Beach boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sarasota Beach is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sarasota Beach home
≈ $10,732/mo
$1,700,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$875/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$8,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,618
Median age
66
Median income
$128,627
Median home value
$1,096,296
Beyond the listings
Living in Sarasota Beach
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 13% 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.
Culture
Top 16% 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.
Entertainment
Top 20% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Relationships
Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Straight answers
Sarasota Beach FAQs
Is Sarasota Beach a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want coastal access paired with a walkable, culturally rich setting close to downtown. The area links to Lido Key's beaches and the Rosemary District's dining, and assigned schools include Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High. With pools on 18 of 33 active listings, day-to-day living here leans decidedly coastal.
Is Sarasota Beach expensive?+
Yes — it's a premium coastal market with a median list price of $1,700,000 and homes averaging $952 per square foot. Of the 33 active listings, 20 are priced above $1M, and the range runs from $563,570 up to $8,500,000. That said, the median sold price over the last year was $1,065,750, so entry points below the list-price median do exist.
What do homes cost in Sarasota Beach?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $1,700,000, while 64 homes sold over the past 12 months at a median of $1,065,750. On a per-square-foot basis you're looking at around $952, with a median home size near 1,982 square feet. You can compare current inventory against the broader Sarasota homes for sale to gauge value.
How is the market right now?+
It's a market that rewards patience — the median time on market is 92 days and sellers are averaging 92% of their asking price. With 33 active listings and 64 sales in the past year, there's steady turnover but no frenzy, which gives buyers real negotiating room. Three of the active listings are new construction if you're after something turnkey.
What should I know about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median HOA dues run about $875 per month, reflecting the condo and managed-community mix common in coastal Sarasota. The median annual property tax is roughly $8,392. If you're weighing a rental instead, the median monthly rent here is around $8,000.
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