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SARASOTA, FL 34238

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Sarasota County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
336
⇧ 2.4% vs 328 last year
Pending
54
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$492,000
⇧ 0.6% vs $489,000 last year
Average Price
$587,003
⇧ 3.5% vs $567,340 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 16.4% vs 67 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,426  ·  Density: 655.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,936

Typical home value: $476,276  ·  Homeownership: 75.3%

Market Analysis

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

The SARASOTA, FL real estate market (34238) currently shows 336 active listings, with 54 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.6% year-over-year, from $489,000 to $492,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 336 this year vs 328 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $492,000 (+0.6% YoY)
  • Average: $587,003 (+3.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 17.4 miles — 3,679 listings ($4,324,415,466 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
34238Sarasota, FL 342380.0 mi336$197,233,008$492,000$587,003
34233Sarasota, FL 342333.7 mi138$55,718,742$312,500$403,759
34242Sarasota, FL 342424.9 mi447$980,331,345$1,137,500$2,193,135
34275Nokomis, FL 342756.2 mi377$360,854,598$549,000$957,174
34232Sarasota, FL 342326.6 mi216$86,552,280$344,000$400,705
34236Sarasota, FL 342368.8 mi585$1,536,008,175$1,562,500$2,625,655
34285Venice, FL 342859.8 mi331$188,506,817$375,000$569,507
34234Sarasota, FL 3423411.0 mi153$243,778,113$450,000$1,593,321
34292Venice, FL 3429212.0 mi230$121,759,700$385,000$529,390
34202Bradenton, FL 3420213.1 mi322$350,348,880$752,500$1,088,040
34203Bradenton, FL 3420314.9 mi252$103,470,444$398,000$410,597
34207Bradenton, FL 3420715.9 mi174$50,929,974$164,900$292,701
34291North Port, FL 3429117.4 mi118$48,923,390$365,000$414,605

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SARASOTA, FL 34238?

As of January 2026, there are 336 active listings in SARASOTA, FL (zip code 34238), compared to 328 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SARASOTA, FL 34238?

The median listing price in SARASOTA, FL 34238 is $492,000 as of January 2026, a 0.6% increase from $489,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SARASOTA, FL 34238 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SARASOTA, FL 34238?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SARASOTA, FL 34238 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 67 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 34238 save an estimated $9,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $492,000. 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.