Is Sarasota, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Sarasota is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

At the same time last year, Sarasota was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Sarasota is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Sarasota, FL

How much do homes in Sarasota, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$521,731

$307/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$18,981(+3.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Sarasota have sold for 3.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Sarasota was $521,731 in September 2024, up 3.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $307.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 $283.9K$232.2K
-18.2%
2 $386.5K$403.8K
+4.5%
3 $532.4K$535.1K
0.5%
4 $805.7K$872.6K
+8.3%
5+ $988.3K$1.3M
+36.6%

Summary: Sarasota housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 18.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 36.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Longboat Key
+4.1%
Sarasota
+3.8%
Longboat Key
-1.6%

Housing Supply in Sarasota, FL

How many homes are available in Sarasota, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
2,7532,695-2.1%

Summary: The Sarasota real estate market had 2,695 homes for sale in September 2024, a 2.1% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 137142
+3.6%
2 933921
-1.3%
3 1,1271,082
-4.0%
4 425413
-2.8%
5+ 131137
+4.6%

Summary: The Sarasota housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 3.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
414301-27.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

218 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

64 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

19 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Sarasota, you may be able to get a good deal. 72.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 301 homes were sold or pending in Sarasota in September 2024, down by 27.3% month-over-month. Of the 301 sold homes, 72% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 6% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Sarasota, FL

How long does it take to sell a home in Sarasota, FL?

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
46 Days67 Days+45.0%

Summary: Homes in Sarasota had an average of 67 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 45% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

137 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

76 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

88 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Sarasota are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During September 2024, 301 homes were sold in Sarasota; 46% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 29% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 21 Days Ago

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