Sarasota County Update: April 26 – May 2

Sarasota County Market Snapshot: April 26 – May 2, 2026

376 Closings · $440,000 Median Sold Price · 95.9% List Price Achievement · Englewood Fastest at 7-Day Median DOM

Price Bands

The $250K–$500K price band was the undisputed engine of the market this week, accounting for 164 closed sales at a median price of $367,000 and a median DOM of 44.5 days — confirming this as the county’s most liquid segment. The Under $250K band contributed 55 closings with a median DOM of 41 days and a median price of $191,454, showing that affordable inventory, while scarce, moves quickly when it appears. The $500K–$750K range saw 70 closings at a median price of $604,011.50 and a median DOM of 41 days, nearly matching the pace of the entry-level tier. Moving up the price ladder, the $750K–$1M band recorded 27 closings with a median DOM of 52 days and a median price of $840,000, while the $1M+ segment closed 60 transactions — a robust luxury showing — though buyers in that tier took their time, with a median DOM of 67 days and a median price of $1,925,000.

Geography (Cities)

Sarasota city dominated by volume with 166 closed sales at a median price of $537,750 and a median DOM of 55.5 days, reflecting its depth and diversity of inventory. Venice was the second-busiest market with 93 closings, a median price of $419,000, and the second-fastest median DOM among major markets at 37 days. Englewood was the week’s speed champion — just 17 sales, but those homes moved in a median of only 7 days at a median price of $403,000, the fastest pace in the county by a significant margin. North Port recorded 51 closings at a median price of $310,000 with a median DOM of 55 days, while Nokomis posted 26 sales at a median price of $469,999.50 and a brisk 40-day median DOM. Longboat Key’s 15 closings at a median price of $1,537,500 came with an 84-day median DOM, consistent with its luxury positioning. Osprey saw 4 sales at a median price of $791,000 and a 74-day median DOM. Lakewood Ranch contributed 1 sale at $458,995 with an 82-day median DOM. North Venice recorded the slowest pace in the county with just 3 closings, a median price of $1,200,000, and a striking median DOM of 159 days.

Property Types

Single-Family Residences led all property types in volume with 231 closed sales, a median price of $525,000, and a median DOM of 44 days — a solid combination of depth and pace. Condominiums were the second-largest segment at 84 closings, but carried the slowest median DOM of 63.5 days and a median price of $408,750, reflecting the headwinds facing the condo market. Villas punched above their weight as the fastest-moving property type: 43 closings at a median DOM of just 39 days and a median price of $300,000, making them an attractive entry point for buyers seeking speed and value. Townhouses rounded out the mix with 18 closings, a median DOM of 42.5 days, and a median price of $336,094.50 — sitting comfortably between Villas and Condominiums in both pace and price.

Price Bands

Single-family homes accounted for 231 total closed sales this week. The $250K–$500K band was the workhorse with 99 closings at a median price of $380,000 and a median DOM of 45 days. The $500K–$750K range was notably active with 57 closings, a median price of $610,000, and a fast median DOM of 39 days — suggesting strong buyer conviction in the mid-luxury single-family tier. The Under $250K band saw 14 closings with an exceptionally quick median DOM of 8.5 days and a median price of $180,000, indicating that affordable single-family homes are snapped up almost immediately. The $750K–$1M range contributed 22 closings at a median price of $860,000 and a median DOM of 52.5 days. At the top of the market, the $1M+ band recorded 39 closings with a median price of $2,400,000 and a median DOM of 67 days, reflecting the deliberate pace of high-end single-family transactions.

Geography (Cities)

Sarasota led single-family volume with 89 closings at a median price of $685,000 and a median DOM of 45 days, underscoring the city’s premium positioning in this property type. Venice was a strong second with 55 single-family closings at a median price of $480,000 and a median DOM of 37 days — one of the faster paces among major markets. North Port contributed 44 closings at a median price of $321,650 and a median DOM of 52.5 days, reflecting its role as the county’s most affordable single-family market. Nokomis posted 20 closings at a median price of $589,999.50 and a 38-day median DOM. Englewood’s 13 single-family closings moved in a remarkable median of just 7 days at a median price of $445,000. North Venice recorded 3 closings at a median price of $1,200,000 but with a lengthy median DOM of 159 days. Osprey saw 3 single-family closings at a median price of $1,001,000 and a median DOM of 109 days. Longboat Key’s 3 single-family closings were the most exclusive in the county, with a median price of $3,950,000 and a median DOM of 203 days — a testament to the patience required at the ultra-luxury end. Lakewood Ranch contributed 1 single-family closing at $458,995 with an 82-day median DOM.

Price Bands

The Condo/Townhome/Villa segment recorded 145 total closed sales this week. The $250K–$500K band led with 65 closings at a median price of $350,000 and a median DOM of 39 days — the fastest pace within this segment’s price tiers. The Under $250K band was the second-largest contributor with 41 closings, though these took considerably longer to close, with a median DOM of 70 days and a median price of $195,500, suggesting that lower-priced attached units are facing more buyer scrutiny or condition challenges. The $500K–$750K range saw 13 closings at a median price of $575,000 and a median DOM of 71 days. The $750K–$1M band recorded just 5 closings with a notably quick median DOM of 16 days and a median price of $795,000 — a small but decisive buyer pool. The $1M+ tier contributed 21 closings at a median price of $1,475,000 and a median DOM of 64 days, reflecting steady demand for premium attached properties.

Geography (Cities)

Sarasota dominated the CTV segment with 77 closings, though at a slower median DOM of 75 days and a median price of $369,734 — indicating that while volume is high, buyers in this category are taking their time in the city. Venice was the second-most active CTV market with 38 closings at a median price of $258,500 and a median DOM of 37.5 days, making it the fastest major CTV market in the county. Longboat Key’s 12 CTV closings carried a median price of $1,225,500 and a median DOM of 60.5 days, reflecting the island’s luxury condo appeal. North Port contributed 7 CTV closings at a median price of $275,000 and a median DOM of 62 days. Nokomis saw 6 closings at a median price of $274,900 and a median DOM of 59.5 days. Englewood posted 4 CTV closings at a median price of $342,500 and a median DOM of 40.5 days. Osprey recorded 1 CTV closing at $365,000 with a very quick median DOM of just 4 days.

Property Types

Within the CTV segment, Condominiums were the largest sub-type with 84 closings at a median price of $408,750, but carried the slowest median DOM of 63.5 days — a pattern consistent with broader condo market dynamics in Florida. Villas were the speed leaders with a median DOM of just 39 days across 43 closings and a median price of $300,000, offering buyers a faster path to ownership at a more accessible price point. Townhouses occupied the middle ground with 18 closings, a median DOM of 42.5 days, and a median price of $336,094.50 — moving nearly as quickly as Villas while commanding a modest price premium. The contrast between Villas and Condominiums — a 24.5-day difference in median DOM — is one of the most actionable data points in this week’s report for both buyers and sellers in the attached-home market.

Actionable Playbook

• Sellers: Villas are the fastest-moving property type this week with a median DOM of just 39 days and a median price of $300,000 — if you’re selling in this category, price sharply and expect a quick result. Homes in the Under $250K band moved in a median of 41 days overall, and single-family homes in that tier closed in a stunning 8.5-day median DOM, so correctly priced affordable inventory is essentially gone the moment it hits the market. Englewood sellers are in a particularly strong position — the city’s median DOM of just 7 days is the fastest in the county.
• Buyers: The $1M+ price band carries the longest median DOM at 67 days and a median price of $1,925,000 — buyers in this tier have the most negotiating runway and should use time as leverage. North Venice, with a median DOM of 159 days across 3 closings, represents the most patient seller environment in the county, though inventory is limited. Condominiums county-wide are sitting longest at a median DOM of 63.5 days, giving condo buyers meaningful room to negotiate on price and terms.
• Investors: The $250K–$500K segment is where the market is most active, with 164 closed sales this week at a median price of $367,000 and a median DOM of 44.5 days. This band represents the highest transaction volume in the county and offers the best combination of liquidity and resale depth for investment strategies focused on turnover and rental demand.
• Luxury Market: The $1M+ segment posted a median DOM of 67 days this week, with Longboat Key single-family homes taking a median of 203 days to close at a median price of $3,950,000. Luxury buyers and sellers alike should plan for extended timelines and build flexibility into their transaction schedules accordingly.

DOM Basis: CDOM

Period: April 26 – May 2, 2026