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SARASOTA, FL 34243

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
299
⇩ 4.5% vs 313 last year
Pending
61
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$409,990
⇩ 8.8% vs $449,700 last year
Average Price
$476,416
⇩ 4.9% vs $500,901 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 20.9% vs 67 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The SARASOTA, FL real estate market (34243) currently shows 299 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.8% year-over-year, from $449,700 to $409,990.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 299 this year vs 313 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $409,990 (-8.8% YoY)
  • Average: $476,416 (-4.9% 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 12.1 miles — 3,253 listings ($2,210,406,841 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
34243Sarasota, FL 342430.0 mi299$142,448,384$409,990$476,416
34203Bradenton, FL 342033.1 mi252$103,470,444$398,000$410,597
34235Sarasota, FL 342354.0 mi174$66,013,338$324,999$379,387
34237Sarasota, FL 342374.6 mi117$60,193,926$359,000$514,478
34208Bradenton, FL 342085.9 mi214$123,518,446$411,750$577,189
34239Sarasota, FL 342396.3 mi214$391,396,798$1,092,500$1,828,957
34205Bradenton, FL 342056.6 mi222$74,223,924$274,950$334,342
34202Bradenton, FL 342028.3 mi322$350,348,880$752,500$1,088,040
34222Ellenton, FL 342229.2 mi52$29,301,636$482,450$563,493
34209Bradenton, FL 342099.5 mi416$227,695,936$385,000$547,346
34211Bradenton, FL 342119.8 mi530$379,793,760$575,000$716,592
34215Cortez, FL 3421510.8 mi28$35,404,376$1,362,500$1,264,442
34221Palmetto, FL 3422112.1 mi413$226,596,993$404,999$548,661

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 299 active listings in SARASOTA, FL (zip code 34243), compared to 313 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SARASOTA, FL 34243 is $409,990 as of January 2026, a 8.8% decrease from $449,700 the prior year.

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

Homes in SARASOTA, FL 34243 spend an average of 81 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 34243?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SARASOTA, FL 34243 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 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 34243 save an estimated $8,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $409,990. 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.