Sarasota Market Snapshot: March 15 – 21, 2026

Sarasota County Market Snapshot: March 15-21, 2026
Strong seller’s market with 95.8% list price achievement and robust cash activity
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
Active Inventory by Price
Activity by City
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
The $250K-$500K segment dominated sales activity with 113 transactions at a median DOM of 69 days and median price of $375,000. The $500K-$750K band showed the fastest velocity at 33.5 days with 44 sales at $592,750 median. Entry-level properties under $250K moved quickly at 63.5 days with 28 sales, while luxury properties over $1M took 70 days with 33 transactions at a $1,600,000 median. The $750K-$1M segment saw 17 sales at 67 days median DOM.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led market activity with 94 sales at a 65-day median DOM and $580,000 median price, followed by Venice with 62 sales moving in 40.5 days at $398,850. North Port showed the fastest pace at 35.5 days with 34 sales at $337,500 median. Nokomis recorded 18 sales at 62.5 days and $450,000 median, while Englewood had 12 sales taking 80 days at $325,000. Premium markets like Longboat Key averaged 107 days with 7 sales at $1,525,000, and Siesta Key showed extended timelines at 268 days for luxury properties.
Property Types
Single-family residences dominated with 147 sales at a 55-day median DOM and $480,000 median price. Condominiums recorded 55 sales but took longer at 79 days with a $400,000 median. Villas showed the fastest movement at just 35 days with 26 sales at $392,500 median, while townhouses had limited activity with 7 sales at 54 days and $274,900 median price.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes totaled 147 sales across all price segments. The $250K-$500K band led with 71 sales at 82 days median DOM and $373,000 median price. The $500K-$750K segment moved fastest at 32 days with 37 sales at $600,000 median. Luxury homes over $1M recorded 23 sales at 68 days and $1,640,000 median. Entry-level homes under $250K showed just 6 sales but moved quickly at 21 days, while the $750K-$1M segment had 10 sales at 30 days median DOM.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota led single-family activity with 58 sales at 62.5 days median DOM and $727,500 median price. Venice and North Port tied with 31 sales each, with Venice moving faster at 32 days versus North Port’s 40 days. Nokomis recorded 14 single-family sales at 59 days median, while Englewood had 8 sales at 62 days. Premium locations showed varied performance, with Osprey recording 2 sales at 115.5 days and Siesta Key having 1 sale at 268 days.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condo/townhome/villa sales totaled 88 transactions. The $250K-$500K segment led with 42 sales at 53 days median DOM and $385,000 median price. Entry-level properties under $250K recorded 22 sales at 89.5 days and $221,250 median. The $500K-$750K band had 7 sales at 79 days, while the $750K-$1M segment also recorded 7 sales at 89 days median DOM. Luxury CTV properties over $1M totaled 10 sales at 71.5 days with a $1,562,500 median price.
Geography (Cities)
Sarasota dominated CTV sales with 36 transactions at 74 days median DOM and $417,500 median price. Venice followed with 31 sales moving faster at 45 days and $360,000 median. Longboat Key recorded 7 luxury CTV sales at 107 days and $1,525,000 median price. Englewood had 4 sales at 117.5 days, while Nokomis recorded 4 sales taking significantly longer at 182.5 days. North Port showed limited CTV activity with just 3 sales at 31 days median DOM.
Property Types
Within the CTV segment, condominiums led with 55 sales but showed the longest timeline at 79 days median DOM and $400,000 median price. Villas demonstrated the fastest velocity at just 35 days with 26 sales at $392,500 median, making them the most efficient property type in the market. Townhouses had limited activity with 7 sales at 54 days median DOM and $274,900 median price, representing the most affordable option in the CTV category.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Villas are moving fastest at just 35 days, while the $500K-$750K price band shows optimal velocity at 33.5 days. Price competitively in these segments for quickest sale timelines and strong buyer interest.
- Buyers: Luxury properties over $1M average 70 days on market, creating negotiation opportunities in premium segments. Condominiums at 79 days also offer more time for due diligence and potential price discussions.
- Investors: The $250K-$500K segment represents the highest volume opportunity with 113 total sales, offering the most liquid market for investment strategies and portfolio building.
- Luxury market buyers should expect 70-day timelines for properties over $1M, allowing for thorough evaluation of premium amenities and locations while maintaining realistic closing expectations.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: March 15-21, 2026