Sarasota County Housing Stats Report: Jan 4–10
Sarasota County Market Snapshot: January 4-10, 2026
Strong Activity with 398 New Listings and 94.7% List Price Achievement
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
Active Inventory by Price
Activity by City
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
The $250K-$500K segment dominated activity with 69 sales at a median DOM of 45 days and median price of $350,000. The fastest-moving segment was $500K-$750K with 31 sales closing in just 40 days at a median price of $590,000. Entry-level properties under $250K showed the longest marketing time at 111 days median DOM across 21 sales with a median price of $212,000. The luxury market ($1M+) remained active with 22 sales at 79 days median DOM and a median price of $2,132,500, while the $750K-$1M segment recorded 12 sales at 105.5 days median DOM.
Geography (Cities)
Venice emerged as the fastest-moving market with 27 sales closing in just 14 days median DOM at a median price of $427,500. Sarasota led in volume with 67 sales at 53 days median DOM and a median price of $490,000. North Port recorded 29 sales at 79 days median DOM with a median price of $324,000, while Englewood saw 11 sales at 44 days median DOM and $450,000 median price. Longboat Key’s luxury market showed 6 sales at 219 days median DOM with a median price of $3,205,000. Osprey recorded 4 sales at 171 days median DOM and $1,865,000 median price, while Nokomis had 9 sales at 51 days median DOM and $415,000 median price.
Property Types
Single-family residences dominated the market with 108 sales at 51.5 days median DOM and a median price of $472,500. Condominiums recorded 29 sales but showed the longest marketing time at 130 days median DOM with a median price of $420,000. Villas performed exceptionally well with 13 sales closing in just 33 days median DOM at a median price of $289,500. Townhouses had limited activity with 5 sales at 81 days median DOM and a median price of $258,000.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes totaled 108 sales across all price segments. The $250K-$500K range led with 50 sales at 42.5 days median DOM and $363,750 median price. The $500K-$750K segment showed strong velocity with 27 sales at 35 days median DOM and $589,000 median price. Luxury single-family homes ($1M+) recorded 14 sales at 79 days median DOM with a median price of $1,932,500. Entry-level homes under $250K had 8 sales at 98 days median DOM and $230,000 median price, while the $750K-$1M segment saw 9 sales at 75 days median DOM and $837,500 median price.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led single-family activity with 40 sales at 53.5 days median DOM and $607,034.50 median price. North Port recorded 27 sales at 79 days median DOM with a median price of $326,775. Venice showed exceptional speed with 18 sales closing in just 13 days median DOM at $497,500 median price. Englewood had 10 sales at 59.5 days median DOM and $500,000 median price, while Nokomis recorded 8 sales at 60 days median DOM and $427,500 median price. Osprey’s luxury single-family market showed 2 sales at 109.5 days median DOM with a median price of $3,220,000.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condo/townhome/villa sales totaled 47 transactions across all price segments. The $250K-$500K range led with 19 sales at 53 days median DOM and $315,000 median price. Entry-level CTV properties under $250K recorded 13 sales but required 163 days median DOM at $203,500 median price. The luxury CTV market ($1M+) showed 8 sales at 132.5 days median DOM with a median price of $2,250,000. The $500K-$750K segment had 4 sales at 72 days median DOM and $645,000 median price, while the $750K-$1M range recorded 3 sales at 271 days median DOM and $852,500 median price.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota dominated CTV activity with 27 sales at 53 days median DOM and $259,000 median price. Venice recorded 9 sales at 66 days median DOM with a median price of $375,000. Longboat Key’s luxury condo market showed 5 sales at 217 days median DOM and $3,100,000 median price. North Port had 2 CTV sales at 158.5 days median DOM and $244,000 median price, while Osprey recorded 2 sales at 445 days median DOM with a median price of $985,000. Nokomis and Englewood each had 1 sale, with Nokomis at 33 days DOM and $393,000 price, and Englewood at 5 days DOM and $195,000 price.
Property Types
Condominiums led CTV activity with 29 sales but showed the longest marketing time at 130 days median DOM with a median price of $420,000. Villas demonstrated exceptional market appeal with 13 sales closing in just 33 days median DOM at a median price of $289,500. Townhouses had more limited activity with 5 sales at 81 days median DOM and a median price of $258,000, indicating a more selective buyer pool for this property type.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Villas are moving fastest at 33 days median DOM with $289,500 median price, while the $500K-$750K price band shows exceptional velocity at 40 days. Price competitively in these segments for quickest sale.
- Buyers: Entry-level properties under $250K offer negotiation opportunities with 111 days median DOM, and Myakka City shows extended marketing times at 342 days for potential deals.
- Investors: Focus on the $250K-$500K segment where the highest volume occurs with 69 sales at competitive 45 days median DOM and strong $350,000 median price point.
- Luxury Market: Expect 79 days median DOM for properties over $1M, indicating a balanced luxury market with steady buyer interest.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: January 4-10, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What price range is seeing the most sales activity in Sarasota County right now?
The $250K–$500K segment is driving the market with 69 overall sales at a median price of $350,000 and a median 45 days on market. For single-family homes, that same band logged 50 sales at 42.5 days DOM and a $363,750 median price. On the condo/townhome/villa side, $250K–$500K led with 19 sales at 53 days DOM and a $315,000 median.
How is the Longboat Key market performing compared to other Sarasota County cities?
Longboat Key is operating as a true luxury pocket, with 18 active listings, 1 pending, and 6 sales. Those closed sales show a median price of $3,205,000 and a long 219 days median DOM, reflecting higher-end, slower-moving inventory. By comparison, Venice is much faster at 14 days median DOM, and Sarasota leads in overall volume with 67 sales.
Are condos, townhomes, or villas moving faster in Sarasota County?
Villas are the standout, with 13 sales at just 33 days median DOM and a median price of $289,500. Condos account for most CTV activity with 29 sales but sit longest at 130 days median DOM and a $420,000 median price. Townhouses are more niche, with 5 sales at 81 days median DOM and a $258,000 median price.
Why might buyers and investors focus on the $250K–$500K range in this Sarasota County report?
That band combines high volume and reasonable speed: 69 overall sales at a 45-day median DOM and a $350,000 median price. For investors, this suggests strong, consistent demand. For buyers, it’s the most active slice of the market, offering the widest choice across single-family homes, condos, and villas.
About the Author
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.
