What Happened in Sarasota Real Estate: Oct 25–31, 2026?
Quick Answer
Sarasota County’s housing market from October 25 through 31, 2026 stayed active and well balanced, and Michael Renick tracks these shifts every week through the MLS. Countywide, the week brought 284 new listings, 209 homes going under contract and 220 closed sales. The median sold price was $449,995, or $257 per square foot, and sellers achieved 92.6% of their list price. Closed homes averaged 91 days on market. Cash buyers made up 45.5% of sales, and new construction accounted for 19.5%. Single-family homes were the fastest-moving property type, homes priced from $500K to $999K sold quickest, and Venice was the fastest major city. Townhouses and the $2M to $4.99M tier took the longest to sell, which gives buyers in those segments more room to negotiate. If you have something about further information or if you need more information, contact Michael Renick.
Sarasota County Market Report: October 25 through 31, 2026
Sellers achieved 92.6% of list price, and cash buyers accounted for 45.5% of closed sales.
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
New Listing Flow by Price Band
Activity by City
| City | New Listings | Pending | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota | 141 | 82 | 102 |
| Venice | 45 | 57 | 48 |
| North Port | 49 | 38 | 27 |
| Nokomis | 13 | 14 | 21 |
| Englewood | 15 | 12 | 12 |
| Longboat Key | 10 | 2 | 6 |
| Osprey | 9 | 1 | 3 |
Top submarkets ranked by total weekly activity. New listings reflect homes listed during the week, not standing inventory.
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
Entry-level homes carried the week. The Under $500K band produced 126 closings at a median of $332,500, averaging 94 days on market. The $500K – $999K band was the quickest tier, with 61 closings averaging 85 days at a median of $650,000. The $1M – $1.99M band added 25 closings at 88 days, while the $2M – $4.99M band was the slowest at 112 days across 8 closings. There were no closings above $5M this week. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
Geography (Cities)
The city of Sarasota recorded 102 closings at 97 days on average, with a median sold price of $462,846, the most of any submarket. Venice recorded 48 closings at 64 days on average, with a median sold price of $457,500, the fastest pace of any major city. North Port recorded 27 closings at 69 days on average, with a median sold price of $349,900, one of the more affordable options. Nokomis recorded 21 closings at 100 days on average, with a median sold price of $509,000, a steady middle-of-the-pack pace. Englewood recorded 12 closings at 141 days on average, with a median sold price of $455,000, a noticeably longer selling timeline. Osprey recorded 3 closings at 276 days on average, with a median sold price of $805,000, though a sample that small should be read with caution. Longboat Key added 6 closings, with a median sold price of $1,018,750 on the island this week. Each submarket moves at its own pace, so local comparable sales should guide every pricing decision.
Property Types
Single-family homes dominated with 154 closings, a median of $505,500 and the fastest pace at 81 days. Villas closed 21 sales at a median of $349,000 and 103 days. Condominiums recorded 33 closings at a median of $329,000 and 115 days, and townhouses were the slowest type with 12 closings at 122 days and a median of $313,495. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes accounted for 154 closed sales. The Under $500K band led volume with 74 closings at 83 days and a median of $360,000. The $500K – $999K band moved fastest, with 53 closings averaging 74 days at a median of $665,000. The $1M – $1.99M band closed 21 homes at 88 days, and the $2M – $4.99M band closed 6 homes at 117 days. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
Geography (Cities)
Venice recorded 35 closings at 63 days on average, with a median sold price of $515,000, the fastest single-family pace of any major city. The city of Sarasota recorded 60 closings at 70 days on average, with a median sold price of $582,728, the highest single-family volume in the county. North Port recorded 26 closings at 71 days on average, with a median sold price of $352,450, keeping pace with the leaders. Nokomis recorded 17 closings at 91 days on average, with a median sold price of $525,000, a moderate single-family pace. Englewood recorded 9 closings at 150 days on average, with a median sold price of $560,000, a longer single-family timeline. Longboat Key recorded 3 closings at 217 days on average, with a median sold price of $997,500, a small sample for the island. Osprey recorded 3 closings at 276 days on average, with a median sold price of $805,000, another small sample to read with caution. Smaller samples can swing from week to week, so these figures are best read alongside longer trends.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condos, townhomes and villas accounted for 66 closed sales. Most of that activity sat in the Under $500K band, with 52 closings at 109 days and a median of $293,000. The $500K – $999K band was slow, with 8 closings averaging 156 days. The $1M – $1.99M band closed 4 units at a median of $1,225,000, and the $2M – $4.99M band had limited activity. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Geography (Cities)
The city of Sarasota recorded 42 closings at 135 days on average, with a median sold price of $329,750, the largest share of attached and villa sales. Venice recorded 13 closings at 67 days on average, with a median sold price of $268,000, a much quicker pace for this segment. Nokomis recorded 4 closings at 130 days on average, with a median sold price of $340,040, a small but slower sample. Longboat Key recorded 3 closings at 18 days on average, with a median sold price of $1,040,000, a quick turn for the island’s condo market. Englewood recorded 3 closings at 113 days on average, with a median sold price of $252,000, a slower attached-home timeline. Smaller samples can swing from week to week, so these figures are best read alongside longer trends.
Property Types
Villas were the quickest attached-style option at 103 days across 21 closings. Condominiums followed at 115 days over 33 closings, and townhouses were slowest at 122 days across 12 closings. Villas also held the highest median of the three at $349,000. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Single-family homes were the fastest property type at 81 days, and the $500K – $999K band moved quickest at 85 days. Homes priced in line with recent comparable sales in that range are finding buyers on a predictable timeline.
- Buyers: In the city of Sarasota, condos, townhomes and villas averaged 135 days on market, which can open room to negotiate on price, credits or terms. At the upper end of the market, the $2M – $4.99M band also took longer than average to sell at 112 days.
- Investors: The Under $500K band is where the action is. It produced 126 closings and the largest share of new listing flow this week.
- Luxury: Sales of $1M and above totaled 33 closings at a median of $1,325,000, averaging 94 days on market. Patient pricing remains the rule at the top of the market.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: October 25 through 31, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the median sold price in Sarasota County for October 25 through 31, 2026?
The countywide median sold price was $449,995, with a median of $257 per square foot. Single-family homes carried a higher median of $505,500, while condominiums closed at a median of $329,000. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
How fast are homes selling in Sarasota County right now?
Homes are selling at a measured pace this fall, and the property type makes a real difference in timing. Closed homes averaged 91 days on market. Single-family homes were the fastest property type at 81 days, while townhouses were the slowest at 122 days. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Are sellers getting their asking price in Sarasota County?
Sellers achieved 92.6% of list price on closed sales this week. That gap leaves room for negotiation, so pricing a home in line with recent comparable sales matters.
Which Sarasota County city sold homes the fastest this week?
Venice led the major cities on speed this week, ahead of every other busy submarket in the county. Venice recorded 48 closings at 64 days on average, with a median sold price of $457,500. North Port recorded 27 closings at 69 days on average, with a median sold price of $349,900, the second-fastest of the busiest markets. Each submarket moves at its own pace, so local comparable sales should guide every pricing decision.
How many cash buyers are purchasing in Sarasota County?
Cash buyers accounted for 45.5% of closed sales this week, and new construction made up 19.5% of closings. A strong cash share means many buyers can move quickly when the right home appears.
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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.
