What Happened in Sarasota County Real Estate: Sept 13-19?
Quick Answer
Sarasota County’s real estate market stayed active from September 13 through 19, 2026, with 246 new listings hitting the MLS, 204 homes moving to pending status, and 171 closed sales completed. The median sold price landed at $433,850, or about $251 per square foot, while sellers achieved 91.9% of list price on average — a sign that well-priced homes are still finding buyers quickly. Cash buyers made up more than half of all sales at 53.2%, underscoring continued strength among investors and relocating buyers. Single-family homes moved fastest, averaging 71 days on the market across 119 closings, while condominiums took considerably longer at nearly 157 days. Sarasota, Venice, and North Port led activity citywide, and homes under $500,000 remained the busiest price band for new listings. Whether you’re evaluating a purchase, preparing to sell, or simply tracking where Sarasota County’s market is headed, local expertise matters more than ever. If you have something about further information or if you need more information, contact Michael Renick.
Sarasota County Market Report: September 13-19, 2026
171 closed sales at a $433,850 median price, with sellers achieving 91.9% of list price this week
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
New Listing Flow by Price Band
Activity by City
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
The Under $500K band led closed sales volume with 92 transactions at an average of 83.4 days on market and a median price of $313,000. The $500K–$999K band followed with 52 closings averaging 86.3 days on market and a $632,500 median price. The $1M–$1.99M band saw 12 closings averaging 124.9 days on market at a $1,280,000 median, while the $2M–$4.99M band recorded 8 closings at 125.3 days on market and a $2,616,563 median. The $5M+ luxury band, though limited in volume with 7 closings, moved fastest at just 66.6 days on market, with a median price of $13,350,000.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led all cities with 86 closed sales, averaging 93.1 days on market and a $524,500 median price. Venice followed with 34 closings at 86.2 days on market and a $381,000 median, while North Port recorded 28 closings averaging 80.1 days on market at a $301,400 median. Englewood posted 10 closings at 63.2 days on market and a $485,615 median. Nokomis stood out as the fastest-selling city with 9 closings averaging just 35.1 days on market and a $505,000 median price. Osprey, with 3 closings, was the slowest at 196.0 days on market and a $1,100,000 median. Longboat Key saw limited activity with 1 closing and no average days on market or median price data available.
Property Types
Single Family Residence was the dominant property type with 119 closings, averaging 71.1 days on market and a $523,000 median price. Condominiums saw 28 closings but averaged the longest time on market at 156.7 days, with a $377,000 median price. Villas recorded 16 closings at 80.5 days on market and a $391,000 median, while Townhouses saw 8 closings averaging 108.4 days on market at a $325,169 median price.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes totaled 119 closed sales for the week. The Under $500K band led with 55 closings, averaging 58.8 days on market and a $317,500 median price. The $500K–$999K band followed with 43 closings at 66.3 days on market and a $645,000 median. The $1M–$1.99M band recorded 10 closings averaging 112.8 days on market at a $1,280,000 median, while the $2M–$4.99M band saw 8 closings at 125.3 days on market and a $2,616,563 median. The $5M+ band, with 3 closings, averaged 110.3 days on market and a $13,350,000 median price.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led single-family closings with 49 sales averaging 68.7 days on market and a $705,000 median price. North Port followed with 26 closings at 81.0 days on market and a $301,400 median, while Venice recorded 25 closings averaging 63.1 days on market at a $523,000 median. Nokomis was the fastest single-family market with 9 closings at just 35.1 days on market and a $505,000 median. Englewood saw 7 closings averaging 36.0 days on market at a $565,000 median, while Osprey, with 3 closings, was the slowest at 196.0 days on market and a $1,100,000 median price.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
The Condo/Townhome/Villa segment totaled 52 closed sales for the week. The Under $500K band led with 37 closings averaging 119.8 days on market and a $305,000 median price. The $500K–$999K band saw 9 closings at 163.9 days on market and a $555,000 median. The $1M–$1.99M band had limited activity with 2 closings and no average days on market or median price available, and the $2M–$4.99M band saw no closings this week. The $5M+ band recorded 4 closings averaging just 1.0 day on market at a $12,650,000 median price.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led Condo/Townhome/Villa closings with 37 sales averaging 125.1 days on market and a $400,000 median price. Venice followed with 9 closings at 140.2 days on market and a $315,000 median. Englewood recorded 3 closings averaging 104.0 days on market at a $305,000 median. North Port saw limited activity with 2 closings and no average days on market or median price data available, and Longboat Key had 1 closing with no average days on market or median price data available.
Property Types
Condominiums accounted for 28 closed sales, averaging 156.7 days on market at a $377,000 median price — the slowest-moving type in the segment. Villas saw 16 closings averaging 80.5 days on market at a $391,000 median, while Townhouses recorded 8 closings averaging 108.4 days on market at a $325,169 median price.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Single Family Residences are moving fastest across the county, closing in an average of 71.1 days on market over 119 sales, and the $5M+ price band is the quickest-moving tier at 66.6 days on market across 7 closings — well-priced homes in strong condition are seeing efficient turnaround.
- Buyers: The $2M–$4.99M price band is the slowest-moving tier at 125.3 days on market, and Osprey is the slowest city at 196.0 days on market across 3 closings, suggesting more room for negotiation in these segments.
- Investors: The Under $500K price band is where the action is, driving 149 new listings this week and the highest closed-sale volume across the county.
- The luxury segment (27 closings) is averaging 111.8 days on market with a median price of $2,250,000, indicating steady but measured pacing at the high end.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: September 13 through 19, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the median sold price in Sarasota County for the week of September 13-19, 2026?
The median sold price across Sarasota County was $433,850, which works out to a median of $251 per square foot, based on closed sales during the week of September 13 through 19, 2026.
How many homes went pending or closed in Sarasota County this week?
During the week of September 13 through 19, 2026, Sarasota County saw 246 new listings, 204 homes go pending, and 171 closed sales.
Are sellers getting close to their asking price in Sarasota County right now?
Yes. Sellers achieved 91.9% of list price on average during this reporting period, and cash sales made up 53.2% of all closed transactions.
Which city or property type is selling fastest in Sarasota County?
Nokomis was the fastest-selling city, with 9 closings averaging just 35.1 days on market. By property type, Single Family Residences were the fastest-moving overall, closing in an average of 71.1 days across 119 sales, while the $5M+ price band was the fastest price segment at 66.6 days on market across 7 closings.
Where are buyers likely to find more negotiating room in Sarasota County?
Osprey was the slowest-selling city, averaging 196.0 days on market across 3 closings, and Condominiums were the slowest-moving property type at 156.7 days on market across 28 sales. The $2M-$4.99M price band was also the slowest price segment, averaging 125.3 days on market across 8 closings — all suggesting more room for buyer negotiation.
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