Neighborhood · Clearwater, Florida
Sand Key
Barrier-island living between the Gulf and the bay
100
Homes for sale
$849,500
Median list price
$648
Avg price / sqft
77
Median days on market
Sand Key is Clearwater's barrier island stretched between the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal, and it lives like one long waterfront address — high-rise condos with balconies over the water, boat slips, and beach access built into daily life. It's a quieter, more residential counterpart to the crowds up at Clearwater Beach, and the community leans heavily toward gated buildings and water views. Of the 102 active listings, 97 are waterfront and 75 sit behind a gate, which tells you exactly what you're buying into. If you want the rest of the coast at your doorstep, the mainland Clearwater homes for sale and neighborhoods like Cove Cay and Imperial Cove are a short drive over the bridge.
Sand Key is a community in Clearwater, Florida.
Quick facts
$443,000 – $4.6M price range
1,446 sqft median home
$1,238/mo median HOA
$4,000/mo median rent
123 sold in 12 months
Drive times
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Homes for sale in Sand Key
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$1,615,000
1620 SAND KEY ESTATES COURT, CLEARWATER BEACH
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,306 sqft
$1,398,000
1170 GULF BLVD UNIT 1004, CLEARWATER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,598 sqft
$1,149,000
1180 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 1703, CLEARWATER BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,598 sqft
$895,000
1582 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 1106, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,410 sqft
$750,000
1460 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 305, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,298 sqft
$629,000
1430 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 501, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,380 sqft
$589,000
1581 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 203N, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,363 sqft
$1,390,000
1180 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 906, CLEARWATER BEACH
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,952 sqft
$579,000
1270 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 1503, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,094 sqft
$950,000
1250 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 302, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,569 sqft
$895,000
1600 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 817, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,880 sqft
$659,000
1250 GULF BOULEVARD UNIT 706, CLEARWATER BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,265 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sand Key boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Sand Key market
123
Sold, last 12 months
$925,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
72 days
Median time to sell
Sand Key vs Clearwater
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sand Key boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sand Key is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sand Key home
≈ $6,863/mo
$849,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,238/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$4,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,337
Median age
71
Median income
$109,542
Median home value
$727,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Sand Key
Culture
Top 4% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Appearance oriented
Top 16% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Lifestyles
Top 24% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Active
Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
People who close here
Our Clearwater experts
Straight answers
Sand Key FAQs
Is Sand Key a good place to live?+
If you want to live on the water, it's hard to beat — 97 of the 102 active listings are waterfront and 75 are gated, so most days involve a Gulf or Intracoastal view and controlled-access buildings. It's a residential barrier island that trades the tourist energy of Clearwater Beach for something quieter. Tampa International Airport is about 46 minutes away, so travel and mainland errands stay manageable.
Is Sand Key expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the premium end of the Clearwater market, with a median list price of $849,500 and 37 active listings above $1M. Prices climb to $4,599,000 for top Gulf-front units, though the floor is closer to $465,000. You're paying for waterfront and island access, reflected in the roughly $649 per square foot average.
What do homes cost in Sand Key?+
The median list price is $849,500, spanning $465,000 to $4,599,000 across the 102 active listings. Over the past 12 months, 122 homes sold at a median of $926,889. Because inventory is mostly view-driven condos, the median home size is a compact 1,482 sqft.
How is the Sand Key market right now?+
It's an active but measured market — 122 homes sold in the last 12 months, with a median 52.5 days on market. Sellers are getting about 94% of asking on average, so there's real room to negotiate. With 102 listings currently active, buyers have genuine selection compared to the tighter mainland Downtown market.
What about HOA fees and property taxes on Sand Key?+
Budget carefully for carrying costs: the median HOA runs about $1,229/month, which is typical for the high-rise, amenity-rich buildings here. Median property tax lands near $11,273/year. Those numbers are higher than communities like On Top Of The World, so factor them into your monthly picture alongside the purchase price.
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