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SARASOTA, FL 34231

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SARASOTA, FL real estate market (34231) currently shows 427 active listings, with 119 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 80 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.5% year-over-year, from $474,700 to $491,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 32,413  ·  Density: 1,324.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,543

Typical home value: $337,390  ·  Homeownership: 65.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
427
⇩ 15.8% vs 507 last year
Pending
119
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$491,250
⇧ 3.5% vs $474,700 last year
Average Price
$1,031,009
⇧ 12.6% vs $915,264 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 26.6% vs 64 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$317
⇩ 2.8% vs $326/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,551 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 427 this year vs 507 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $491,250 (+3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,031,009 (+12.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.6 miles — 3,393 listings ($2,739,328,664 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
34231Sarasota, FL 342310.0 mi407$413,092,383$485,000$1,014,969
34233Sarasota, FL 342332.9 mi138$55,718,742$312,500$403,759
34238Sarasota, FL 342383.8 mi336$197,233,008$492,000$587,003
34232Sarasota, FL 342324.9 mi216$86,552,280$344,000$400,705
34229Osprey, FL 342295.6 mi147$195,265,686$879,000$1,328,338
34234Sarasota, FL 342347.5 mi153$243,778,113$450,000$1,593,321
34243Sarasota, FL 342439.4 mi299$142,448,384$409,990$476,416
34275Nokomis, FL 342759.9 mi377$360,854,598$549,000$957,174
34240Sarasota, FL 3424011.4 mi231$307,787,403$980,000$1,332,413
34202Bradenton, FL 3420212.3 mi322$350,348,880$752,500$1,088,040
34285Venice, FL 3428513.1 mi331$188,506,817$375,000$569,507
34208Bradenton, FL 3420815.2 mi214$123,518,446$411,750$577,189
34205Bradenton, FL 3420515.6 mi222$74,223,924$274,950$334,342

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SARASOTA, FL 34231?

As of February 2026, there are 427 active listings in SARASOTA, FL (zip code 34231), compared to 507 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SARASOTA, FL 34231?

The median listing price in SARASOTA, FL 34231 is $491,250 as of February 2026, a 3.5% increase from $474,700 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SARASOTA, FL?

Homes in SARASOTA, FL 34231 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SARASOTA, FL 34231?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SARASOTA, FL 34231 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 80 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SARASOTA, FL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SARASOTA, FL 34231 save an estimated $9,825 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $491,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.