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SARASOTA, FL 34243

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Manatee County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 34243

Cascades of Sarasota · Savannah · Sonoma · University Groves · University Park

Market Analysis

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

The SARASOTA, FL real estate market (34243) currently shows 318 active listings, with 74 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 54 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.5% year-over-year, from $441,250 to $403,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 31,656  ·  Density: 680.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,236

Typical home value: $365,829  ·  Homeownership: 77.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
318
⇩ 14.5% vs 372 last year
Pending
74
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$403,750
⇩ 8.5% vs $441,250 last year
Average Price
$497,063
⇩ 3.4% vs $514,417 last year
Days on Market
75
⇧ 10.3% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$253
⇩ 3.1% vs $261/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,673 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 318 this year vs 372 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $403,750 (-8.5% YoY)
  • Average: $497,063 (-3.4% 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 12.1 miles — 3,679 listings ($2,550,952,570 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
34243Sarasota, FL 342430.0 mi320$158,034,880$403,125$493,859
34203Bradenton, FL 342033.1 mi286$116,261,288$398,250$406,508
34235Sarasota, FL 342354.0 mi190$70,994,070$299,975$373,653
34237Sarasota, FL 342374.6 mi128$65,294,336$346,411$510,112
34208Bradenton, FL 342085.9 mi224$143,655,232$452,500$641,318
34239Sarasota, FL 342396.3 mi235$494,486,295$1,022,500$2,104,197
34205Bradenton, FL 342056.6 mi259$87,592,246$281,225$338,194
34202Bradenton, FL 342028.3 mi387$417,533,526$766,000$1,078,898
34222Ellenton, FL 342229.2 mi56$31,051,384$469,000$554,489
34209Bradenton, FL 342099.5 mi465$251,855,160$377,250$541,624
34211Bradenton, FL 342119.8 mi623$419,081,509$556,208$672,683
34215Cortez, FL 3421510.8 mi31$37,809,894$1,162,500$1,219,674
34221Palmetto, FL 3422112.1 mi475$257,302,750$405,500$541,690

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SARASOTA, FL 34243?

As of April 2026, there are 318 active listings in SARASOTA, FL (zip code 34243), compared to 372 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SARASOTA, FL 34243?

The median listing price in SARASOTA, FL 34243 is $403,750 as of April 2026, a 8.5% decrease from $441,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SARASOTA, FL 34243 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SARASOTA, FL 34243?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SARASOTA, FL 34243 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 54 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 68 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 34243 save an estimated $8,075 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $403,750. 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.