What Happened in Sarasota County Real Estate: Sept 20-26?
Quick Answer
For the week of September 20–26, 2026, Sarasota County’s housing market showed healthy, balanced activity, and Michael Renick is tracking every shift. The county added 271 new listings this week, while 177 homes went pending and 193 sales closed. The median sold price was $405,000, or $238 per square foot, and sellers achieved 93.2% of their list price, a sign that realistic pricing still wins. Closed homes averaged 84 days on market, cash buyers accounted for 46.1% of sales, and new construction made up 21.8%. Single-family homes moved fastest at 74 days, while condominiums lagged at 120 days. The $500K–$999K price band sold quickest at 64 days, and Englewood led cities at 69 days, while Nokomis averaged 127 days and the $2M–$4.99M band averaged 161 days, giving buyers room to negotiate. If you have something about further information or if you need more information, contact Michael Renick.
Sarasota County Market Report: September 20–26, 2026
271 new listings, 193 closed sales, and a $405,000 median sold price with 93.2% of list price achieved
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
New Listing Flow by Price Band
Activity by City
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
Homes under $500K carried the week with 120 closed sales at a median price of $330,000 and an average of 88 days on market. The $500K–$999K band was the fastest-moving tier, with 49 sales averaging 64 days at a median of $689,990. The $1M–$1.99M band recorded 16 sales averaging 85 days with a median of $1,375,000, while the $2M–$4.99M band was the slowest, with 6 sales averaging 161 days at a median of $3,450,000. The $5M+ tier saw limited activity, with 2 sales recorded.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led all cities with 94 closed sales, averaging 84 days on market at a median price of $455,000. Venice followed with 35 sales averaging 80 days (median $410,000), and North Port posted 31 sales averaging 75 days (median $313,000). Englewood was the fastest market, with 13 sales averaging 69 days at a median of $450,000, while Nokomis was the slowest, with 11 sales averaging 127 days at a median of $460,000. Osprey recorded 5 sales averaging 80 days with a median of $416,000.
Property Types
Single-family residences dominated with 131 sales, averaging 74 days on market at a median price of $455,000. Villas were the next-quickest type, with 19 sales averaging 78 days at a median of $320,000. Townhouses recorded 15 sales averaging 116 days at a median of $322,429, and condominiums were the slowest type, with 28 sales averaging 120 days at a median of $282,500.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes accounted for 131 closed sales this week. The under-$500K band led volume with 71 sales averaging 71 days at a median of $350,000, while the $500K–$999K band moved fastest, with 44 sales averaging 66 days at a median of $682,495. The $1M–$1.99M band posted 11 sales averaging 91 days (median $1,150,000), and the $2M–$4.99M band recorded 5 sales averaging 161 days (median $3,700,000). There were no single-family sales in the $5M+ band.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led single-family closings with 53 sales, averaging 71 days at a median price of $625,000. North Port followed with 28 sales averaging 77 days (median $314,750), and Venice was the fastest single-family market with 25 sales averaging 61 days (median $495,000). Nokomis and Englewood each recorded 10 sales; Englewood averaged 70 days at a median of $667,500, while Nokomis was the slowest at 92 days with a median of $480,495. Osprey posted 3 sales averaging 75 days at a median of $500,000.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condos, townhomes, and villas accounted for 62 closed sales this week. The under-$500K band drove the segment with 49 sales, averaging 113 days at a median of $290,000. The $500K–$999K band moved fastest, with 5 sales averaging 37 days at a median of $815,000, and the $1M–$1.99M band recorded 5 sales averaging 74 days at a median of $1,520,000. The $2M–$4.99M band (1 sale) and the $5M+ band (2 sales) saw limited activity.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota was the center of attached-home activity with 41 sales, averaging 102 days at a median price of $339,000. Venice recorded 10 sales and was the slowest city at 124 days, with a median of $301,450. North Port was the fastest, with 3 sales averaging 54 days at a median of $210,000, and Englewood posted 3 sales averaging 66 days at a median of $318,500. Osprey, Longboat Key, and Nokomis saw limited activity this week.
Property Types
Villas were the clear standout among attached homes, with 19 sales averaging 78 days at a median of $320,000. Townhouses recorded 15 sales averaging 116 days at a median of $322,429, while condominiums posted the most sales at 28 but moved slowest, averaging 120 days at a median of $282,500.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Single-family residences were the fastest-moving property type, averaging 74 days across 131 sales, and the $500K–$999K band moved quickest at 64 days across 49 sales. Pricing in line with the market matters: sellers achieved 93.2% of list price this week, so a well-positioned list price is the best path to a timely sale.
- Buyers: The $2M–$4.99M band was the slowest, averaging 161 days across 6 sales, and Nokomis was the slowest city at 127 days across 11 sales. Longer market times in these segments can create room to negotiate.
- Investors: The under-$500K band is where the action is, leading both closed sales (120) and new listing flow (152 new listings this week).
- Luxury: Homes priced at $1M and above recorded 24 sales averaging 107 days on market at a median of $1,568,500, so luxury sellers should plan for a longer timeline than the county-wide average of 84 days.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: September 20–26, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median sold price in Sarasota County this week?
For September 20–26, 2026, the median sold price in Sarasota County was $405,000, with a median of $238 per square foot across 193 closed sales. Sellers achieved 93.2% of their list price. By city, Sarasota posted a median of $455,000 across 94 sales, Venice $410,000 across 35 sales, and North Port $313,000 across 31 sales. Single-family homes had a median of $455,000, while condos, townhomes, and villas had a median of $322,049.
How long are homes taking to sell in Sarasota County right now?
Homes that closed in Sarasota County during September 20–26, 2026 averaged 84 days on market. Single-family residences moved fastest at 74 days across 131 sales, while condominiums were slowest at 120 days across 28 sales. The $500K–$999K price band sold quickest at 64 days, and Englewood was the fastest city at 69 days. Nokomis was the slowest city at 127 days, and the $2M–$4.99M band averaged 161 days.
How many buyers are paying cash in Sarasota County?
Cash purchases accounted for 46.1% of the 193 closed sales in Sarasota County for the week of September 20–26, 2026. That means nearly half of this week’s closings were cash transactions. For sellers, this reflects a strong pool of buyers who can close without financing contingencies. For financed buyers, a clean offer and realistic pricing matter, especially since sellers achieved 93.2% of list price this week and closed homes averaged 84 days on market.
How much of the Sarasota County market is new construction?
New construction made up 21.8% of closed sales in Sarasota County for the week of September 20–26, 2026, out of 193 total closings. That is a meaningful share of the market, so resale sellers are competing with builders for buyer attention. With the median sold price at $405,000 and sellers achieving 93.2% of list price, resale homes that are priced accurately and presented well remain competitive against new builds.
How is the luxury market performing in Sarasota County?
Homes priced at $1 million and above recorded 24 sales in Sarasota County for September 20–26, 2026, averaging 107 days on market at a median price of $1,568,500. The $1M–$1.99M band posted 16 sales averaging 85 days, while the $2M–$4.99M band was the county’s slowest tier, with 6 sales averaging 161 days. The $5M+ tier saw limited activity with 2 sales. On the supply side, 21 new listings in the $1M–$1.99M band, 17 in the $2M–$4.99M band, and 2 at $5M+ came to market this week.
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I’m Michael Renick — a Florida West Coast broker with over 15 years guiding families through some of the biggest decisions of their lives. I’ve built my practice on hard work, honesty, and total transparency. No shortcuts, no spin — just straight answers, deep market knowledge, and the dedication my clients deserve from start to close.
