
Median Price
$460,000
Avg. Days on Market
28
YoY Price Change
+4.3%
Market Trend
Rising
About Sarasota
Sarasota balances cultural sophistication with Gulf Coast beauty. The Ringling Museum, Siesta Key's white-sand beaches, and a thriving downtown attract retirees, remote workers, and families alike.
What Makes It Stand Out
- Siesta Key — #1 beach in the U.S. multiple years
- Ringling Museum and performing arts
- Lakewood Ranch growth corridor
- Strong healthcare and education sectors
Lifestyle
Living in Sarasota
Walkability & Transit
Walk
Transit
Bike
Local Amenities
- Siesta Key Beach & Lido Key waterfront
- St. Armands Circle shopping & dining
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital system
- The Ringling Museum & arts district
Cost of Living
100 = National Average
Overall
105/ 100
Housing
115/ 100
Groceries
103/ 100
Transportation
97/ 100
Education
Schools in Sarasota
Sarasota County Schools
Elementary
Middle
High
Neighborhoods
Where to Live in Sarasota

Beach paradise
Siesta Key
World-famous beach with island living.

Family & amenities
Lakewood Ranch
Top-selling master-planned community nationally.

Urban coastal
Downtown Sarasota
Walkable urban core with bayfront views.
Sarasota, Florida
Local Insight
Broker Tips for Sarasota
For Buyers
Lakewood Ranch offers new construction with predictable pricing. Siesta Key is tighter — be ready to act fast on island listings.
For Sellers
Sarasota attracts buyers who've done their research. Accurate pricing beats aspirational pricing every time here.
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