Homes for sale inNokomis, Florida
Gulf-close living between Sarasota and Venice
284
Homes for sale
$509,135
Median list price
$393
Avg price / sqft
44
Median days on market
Nokomis sits on the Gulf coast of Sarasota County, a quieter stretch of shoreline between Sarasota and Venice where barrier-island beaches, boatable water and inland neighborhoods all sit within a short drive of one another. The island strand of Casey Key anchors the high end, while the mainland mixes established single-family blocks with newer gated subdivisions. It's a place that suits boaters, retirees and anyone who wants beach access without the density of the bigger coastal cities.
For buyers today, the market spans an enormous range — from $17,000 to over $12 million — with a median list price around $512,000. There are 283 active listings moving at a median of 44 days, so you have time to shop but the better-priced homes still go. New construction is a real part of the picture here, and waterfront homes and gated communities make up a large share of what's available.
Nokomis is in Sarasota County, Florida.
Quick facts
$17,000 – $13M price range
1,996 sqft median home
$2,750/mo median rent
Leans seller right now
Drive times
Living in Nokomis
Nokomis is an unincorporated community on the Gulf coast of Sarasota County, tucked between the cities of Sarasota to the north and Venice to the south. It's one of the older place names on this stretch of coast, and its identity has always been tied to the water — the barrier island of Casey Key, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the inland lakes and canals that give so many homes boat access. The vibe is low-key and residential rather than touristy, which is a big part of its appeal.
The community suits a few distinct buyers especially well. Boaters and anglers are drawn to the waterfront and dock options, retirees appreciate the quieter pace and 55+ communities, and families find value in the mainland single-family neighborhoods. Because it sits between two bigger coastal cities, you get beach-town living with real shopping, dining and medical services a short drive away.
What ties it all together is proximity to the Gulf without the crowds and cost of the larger nearby cities. You can live on a canal, in a gated golf community, or on a quiet inland street and still be minutes from the beach. For buyers who want coastal Florida but not a resort-town atmosphere, Nokomis hits a practical middle ground.
Neighborhoods and communities in Nokomis
The neighborhoods here range from barrier-island luxury to inland newer subdivisions. Casey Key is the marquee address — a narrow Gulf-front island of estate homes that anchors the top of the market and accounts for much of the area's multimillion-dollar inventory. If beachfront and privacy are the priority, this is where you look.
On the mainland, newer gated communities like Vicenza and Milano offer modern construction and lower-maintenance living, while Mission Valley Estates and Sorrento represent more established, larger-lot options. The Woods of Venice and Sorrento Woods add wooded, settled settings for buyers who prefer mature landscaping over new builds.
Water-oriented buyers should also look at the Lake Awesome area and the dock-rackominium listings, which are a distinctive part of this market built specifically around boat storage and access. With 95 gated listings currently active, there's a strong supply of communities with controlled entry and shared amenities. Each neighborhood carries its own HOA structure and price tier, so it pays to compare several before narrowing down.
Homes for sale in Nokomis: prices and housing
The current market has 283 active listings at a median list price of about $512,000, with an enormous range from $17,000 to $12.65 million. Homes average roughly $394 per square foot on a median size near 1,996 square feet. The median days on market is 44, which signals a market where buyers have some negotiating room but well-priced homes still move.
The housing mix is led by single-family residences at 204 listings, followed by 29 dock-rackominiums, 16 townhomes and 14 condominiums — an unusual blend that reflects the area's boating focus. By segment, there are 72 homes with a pool, 63 waterfront properties, 95 gated listings, 18 in 55+ communities and 9 in golf communities. At the luxury end, 37 listings are priced above $1 million, most tied to island and waterfront locations.
New construction is a major theme, with 79 active listings — more than a quarter of the market. On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA runs about $258 per month and median property tax is roughly $3,433 per year, though both vary considerably by community and price point. Entry buyers can start with townhomes and condos, while single-family homes make up the bulk of the inventory.
Schools in Nokomis
Nokomis is served by the Sarasota County school district, and the most commonly assigned school for the area is Laurel Nokomis School. School assignments in Florida are tied to your specific home address rather than the town as a whole, so two homes in the same community can occasionally fall into different zones.
Before committing to a purchase, verify the exact attendance zone with the Sarasota County school district using the property address. District boundaries can change between school years, and the official zoning tool is the only reliable source. This matters as much for resale value as it does for families with children currently in school.
Buyers who want to weigh school options should treat the assigned school as a starting point and confirm the specifics directly. Avoid relying on third-party ratings alone, and ask your agent to pull the current zoning for any home you're serious about.
Getting around Nokomis
Nokomis is a car-dependent community, which is typical for this stretch of the Sarasota County coast. The main arteries are US-41 (the Tamiami Trail), which runs the length of the coast through town, and I-75 just to the east, which carries most of the longer-distance travel. Between the two, getting to Sarasota or Venice is a short, straightforward drive.
For commuters, Downtown Tampa is roughly 74 minutes away via I-75, making it feasible but not ideal for a daily trip. Most residents work and shop closer to home in the Sarasota–Venice corridor, where jobs, medical centers and retail are concentrated. The beaches, boat ramps and island access are all within a few minutes of most neighborhoods.
Day to day, you'll drive for groceries, dining and errands rather than walk, though some communities are self-contained with their own amenities. If regional access matters, the proximity to I-75 is a genuine advantage, giving you a clear route both north and south along the Gulf coast.
Is Nokomis a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Nokomis delivers a lot: Gulf-coast access, boatable water, a quieter pace than the neighboring cities, and a wide range of housing from entry-level townhomes to island estates. The 283 active listings and 44-day median market give buyers real choice and some negotiating leverage, and the strong new-construction pipeline means modern, low-maintenance options are available alongside established neighborhoods.
The trade-offs are worth being honest about. It's a car-dependent community without a dense walkable core, and the price range is bimodal — accessible on the mainland but very expensive on Casey Key and the waterfront, where 37 listings top $1 million. Carrying costs like the roughly $258 median monthly HOA and $3,433 median annual tax should factor into your budget, and they vary widely by community.
If you want coastal Florida living with beach and boat access, room to shop the market, and a location between two larger cities, Nokomis is a strong fit. Confirm the school zone, compare HOA structures across communities, and move decisively on well-priced homes — that's the recipe for buying well here.
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Newest homes in Nokomis
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$545,000
610 ELBA DRIVE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,586 sqft
$421,990
148 CORSERRA DRIVE, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,638 sqft
$517,900
115 DA VINCI DR, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,904 sqft
$539,000
112 VAN DYCK DRIVE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,707 sqft
$389,000
603 BARNES PARKWAY, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,819 sqft
$349,000
202 PARK DRIVE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,608 sqft
$475,000
261 MESTRE PLACE, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,683 sqft
$950,000
6225 GRANDE TALON LANE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,088 sqft
$380,000
341 ACERNO DRIVE, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,436 sqft
$775,000
1408 VERMEER DRIVE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,610 sqft
$494,730
152 SUN CHASER DRIVE, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,190 sqft
$550,000
2099 TOCOBAGA LANE, NOKOMIS
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,324 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Nokomis market
Leans seller
3.4 months of inventory
Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.
960
Sold, last 12 months
$480,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
42 days
Median time to sell
Nokomis vs Sarasota County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.3% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 21.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Nokomis, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Nokomis neighborhoods
Sorrento
31 homes · $535K median
Casey Key
15 homes · $4.8M median
Lake Awesome
14 homes · $562K median
Vicenza
7 homes · $434K median
Mission Valley Estates
6 homes · $768K median
The Woods of Venice
5 homes · $538K median
Calusa Lakes
4 homes · $538K median
Sorrento Woods
4 homes · $587K median
Waterfront Estates
3 homes · $599K median
Milano
3 homes · $420K median
Beach Park
2 homes · $800K median
Gulf Shores
1 home · $989K median
Laurel Landings Estates
1 home · $900K median
Mission Estates
1 home · $685K median
Show all 26 Nokomis neighborhoods A–ZHide the full neighborhood list+
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Nokomis
Gulf and boatable water
With 63 waterfront listings and a dedicated dock-rackominium segment, Nokomis is built for buyers who want direct access to the Gulf and the Intracoastal.
Casey Key at the top
The barrier island of Casey Key drives the luxury end, where 37 active listings are priced above $1 million and the ceiling reaches past $12 million.
Strong new-construction pipeline
79 of the 283 active listings are new construction, concentrated in newer gated communities like Vicenza and Milano.
Gated and pool living
95 gated listings and 72 with a pool give buyers plenty of low-maintenance, resort-style options on the mainland.
Wide price range
Listings run from $17,000 up to $12.65 million, so the area works for both entry buyers and high-end coastal shoppers.
Population
3,452
Median age
54.5
Median income
$41,916
Median home value
$231,800
What people here are into
Emotional
Top 24% in the U.S.Awestruck
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Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Lifestyles
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.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Culture
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.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Nokomis home
≈ $3,437/mo
$509,135 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
33%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$2,750/mo
Median rent
62 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Nokomis real estate FAQs
Is Nokomis a good place to live?+
Nokomis works well for boaters, beachgoers and retirees who want Gulf-coast access without big-city density. It sits between Sarasota and Venice with barrier-island beaches close by, and offers everything from townhomes to multimillion-dollar island estates. The trade-off is a quieter, more car-dependent lifestyle than the neighboring cities.
Is Nokomis expensive?+
It depends heavily on where you look. The median list price is about $512,000, but the range runs from $17,000 to $12.65 million, with 37 active listings above $1 million. The island and waterfront segments pull the top end up sharply, while mainland townhomes and condos keep entry points accessible.
What do homes cost in Nokomis?+
The median list price is around $512,000, and homes average about $394 per square foot on a median size near 1,996 sqft. You can browse by price to see where the entry-level options sit versus the luxury tier.
How is the Nokomis real estate market?+
There are 283 active listings with a median of 44 days on market, which gives buyers room to negotiate without the listings sitting indefinitely. It's worth watching the just reduced homes, since the wide price range means some sellers recalibrate. The pace favors prepared buyers who move on well-priced properties.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $258 per month, which reflects the large share of gated and newer communities in the area. Median property tax is roughly $3,433 per year. Fees vary widely by community, so confirm the specifics before you make an offer.
What schools serve Nokomis?+
The most commonly assigned school is Laurel Nokomis School, part of the Sarasota County district. Because zoning can vary by address, confirm the exact assignment with the district before buying — attendance boundaries don't always follow neighborhood lines.
What is the commute like from Nokomis?+
Downtown Tampa is roughly 74 minutes away, so Nokomis is more of a Sarasota–Venice commute base than a Tampa one. Sarasota and Venice are both a short drive via US-41 and I-75, which keeps daily errands and jobs close.
Is there new construction in Nokomis?+
Yes — 79 of the current active listings are new construction, a significant portion of the market. Much of it is concentrated in newer gated communities such as Vicenza and Milano, offering buyers modern floor plans and lower maintenance.
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