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SARASOTA, FL 34242

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SARASOTA, FL real estate market (34242) currently shows 521 active listings, with 74 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 82 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2% year-over-year, from $1,175,000 to $1,199,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,602  ·  Density: 820.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $121,006

Typical home value: $883,775  ·  Homeownership: 87.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
521
⇧ 18.7% vs 439 last year
Pending
74
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,199,000
⇧ 2% vs $1,175,000 last year
Average Price
$2,309,761
⇧ 9.8% vs $2,102,767 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 76.3% vs 59 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$761
⇧ 4.7% vs $727/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,643 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 521 this year vs 439 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,199,000 (+2% YoY)
  • Average: $2,309,761 (+9.8% 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 16.3 miles — 3,909 listings ($4,951,924,434 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
34242Sarasota, FL 342420.0 mi498$1,133,686,542$1,162,500$2,276,479
34239Sarasota, FL 342393.5 mi235$494,486,295$1,022,500$2,104,197
34236Sarasota, FL 342364.8 mi646$1,749,701,982$1,598,000$2,708,517
34237Sarasota, FL 342375.4 mi128$65,294,336$346,411$510,112
34232Sarasota, FL 342326.0 mi227$90,250,433$330,725$397,579
34235Sarasota, FL 342358.2 mi190$70,994,070$299,975$373,653
34241Sarasota, FL 3424110.3 mi229$188,445,932$560,000$822,908
34201Bradenton, FL 3420110.7 mi86$74,393,440$728,000$865,040
34207Bradenton, FL 3420712.4 mi184$52,897,976$156,500$287,489
34240Sarasota, FL 3424012.8 mi273$345,462,663$915,750$1,265,431
34285Venice, FL 3428513.5 mi331$179,637,010$370,500$542,710
34205Bradenton, FL 3420515.6 mi259$87,592,246$281,225$338,194
34211Bradenton, FL 3421116.3 mi623$419,081,509$556,208$672,683

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SARASOTA, FL 34242?

As of March 2026, there are 521 active listings in SARASOTA, FL (zip code 34242), compared to 439 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SARASOTA, FL 34242?

The median listing price in SARASOTA, FL 34242 is $1,199,000 as of March 2026, a 2% increase from $1,175,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SARASOTA, FL 34242 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SARASOTA, FL 34242?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SARASOTA, FL 34242 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 82 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 59 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 34242 save an estimated $23,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,199,000. 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.