Homes for sale · Nokomis, FloridaCasey Key
Private barrier-island living on the Gulf
15
Homes for sale
$4,795,000
Median list price
$1,731
Avg price / sqft
88
Median days on market
Casey Key is an eight-mile barrier island between the Gulf of Mexico and Little Sarasota Bay, where low-rise homes sit on generous lots and a two-lane road keeps the pace slow. It's one of the few stretches of Florida coast with no high-rise condos and a swing bridge at its northern end — a deliberately quiet, estate-scale place that suits buyers who want water on both sides and privacy above all. The island reads as a world apart from the busier mainland, yet it's just a short drive to Nokomis homes for sale and the shops and marinas around it.
This is a true luxury market: 15 homes are active with a median list price of $4,795,000, and prices stretch from $1,595,000 to $12,650,000. Twelve of those listings are waterfront and 13 have pools, so inventory skews to Gulf-front and bayfront estates. With a median of 88 days on market and sellers averaging 88% of asking over the last year, there's room to negotiate — buyers can explore the full picture on the live map.
Casey Key is a community in Nokomis, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,595,000 – $13M price range
3,497 sqft median home
$33/mo median HOA
$12,500/mo median rent
21 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Casey Key
Casey Key is a narrow barrier island running between the Gulf of Mexico and Little Sarasota Bay, part of the Nokomis area in Sarasota County. What sets it apart is what's missing: there are no high-rise condos, no commercial strips and no golf or 55+ developments on the island itself. Instead you get a two-lane road, generous lots and a mix of Gulf-front and bayfront estates, many reached by a swing bridge at the north end.
The character here is deliberately quiet and private. This is a place for people who want the beach outside one door and a dock outside the other, without the density of a typical Florida coastal town. Residents tend to prize seclusion, water access and the absence of crowds over walkability or nightlife.
It suits second-home buyers, boaters and anyone building a long-term luxury retreat on the Gulf. The trade-off is that daily conveniences live on the mainland, so island life rewards people who are comfortable driving for groceries, dining and services. If privacy and water are your top priorities, few places in the region deliver them as completely.
Neighborhoods and communities in Casey Key
Casey Key itself is largely a single, low-density ribbon of homes rather than a cluster of distinct subdivisions — much of its appeal is that it isn't carved into gated pods. The island skews to custom estate homes on individual lots, which is why only a handful of listings are active at any time.
Buyers drawn to the area often compare the island with established mainland communities nearby. Options in the broader Nokomis market include Sorrento, Lake Awesome, Vicenza and Mission Valley Estates, each with its own pricing and amenity profile. The Woods of Venice is another name buyers encounter when they widen the search beyond the island.
If you want the barrier-island experience specifically, focus on Casey Key proper and expect to weigh Gulf-front against bayfront and dockage. If you're open to the mainland, the surrounding communities can offer more conventional subdivision layouts, often at lower price points. Working through both at once helps you understand exactly what the island premium buys.
Homes for sale in Casey Key: prices and housing
This is a luxury market with no entry-level tier. All 15 active listings are priced above $1M, the median list price is $4,795,000, and the range runs from $1,595,000 to $12,650,000. The average price works out to about $1,731 per square foot against a median home size of roughly 3,497 square feet, which tells you these are substantial, high-finish homes.
The housing is overwhelmingly waterfront and amenity-rich: 12 of the 15 active listings are waterfront and 13 have pools. There are no gated, golf or 55+ listings in the current inventory, reinforcing the island's low-density, custom-estate character. New construction exists but is scarce — just 2 of the active homes are new builds, so most buyers are purchasing or renovating existing estates.
On the sold side, 20 homes closed over the last 12 months at a median price of $3,000,000, with sellers averaging 88% of asking. Homes sit a median of 88 days on market, so this is a patient market that rewards negotiation. Carrying costs lean toward taxes rather than dues: the median HOA is about $33/mo while median property tax is roughly $25,410 per year. For those considering renting instead, the median rent runs about $12,500/mo.
Schools in Casey Key
Public-school students on Casey Key are generally served by Sarasota County Schools, with Laurel Nokomis School and Venice Senior High School appearing as the most common assigned schools for the area. Laurel Nokomis is a combined-grade school, and Venice Senior High serves the upper grades.
School attendance zones are tied to specific addresses and can change from year to year. Before making an offer, verify the exact assignment for any particular property directly with the district rather than relying on a general area map.
Because the island draws many second-home and luxury buyers, families should also weigh commute distance from the island to the assigned mainland campuses when evaluating a purchase.
Getting around Casey Key
Casey Key connects to the mainland by bridge, including a swing bridge at its northern end, and feeds onto the Tamiami Trail (US 41) corridor that runs through the Nokomis and Venice area. From there, the regional road network opens up to Sarasota to the north and Venice to the south.
Day-to-day life on the island means driving: there's no commercial core on Casey Key itself, so groceries, dining and services are on the mainland. The low-density layout and two-lane island road keep traffic light but put everyday errands a short drive away.
For longer trips, downtown Tampa is about 71 minutes away, which makes it a stretch for a daily Tampa commute but reasonable for occasional business or airport access. Most residents orient their routines around Sarasota and Venice, both of which are far closer than Tampa.
Is Casey Key a good place to live?
Casey Key is an excellent fit for a specific buyer: someone who wants privacy, water on both sides and a low-rise island free of high-rise density, golf developments and 55+ communities. The data backs up that character — 12 of 15 active listings are waterfront, 13 have pools, and every home is priced above $1M. If beach access and dockage matter more than walkability, this is a rare kind of place.
The honest trade-offs are cost and convenience. The median list price is $4,795,000 and median property taxes run about $25,410 a year, so this is a serious financial commitment with meaningful carrying costs even though HOA dues are minimal at roughly $33/mo. Everyday amenities sit on the mainland, and the drive to downtown Tampa is about 71 minutes, so island life asks for patience and a car.
For buyers who can meet the price and want the privacy it buys, the market also offers leverage: homes average 88 days on market and sell for about 88% of asking, with only 20 closings in the past year. That means time to evaluate and room to negotiate. The island isn't for everyone, but for the right buyer it delivers a barrier-island lifestyle that's genuinely hard to replicate.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Casey Key
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$12,650,000
1716 CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,209 sqft
$5,750,000
3718 SANDSPUR LANE, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 6.5 ba · 5,632 sqft
$6,850,000
2116 CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 5,590 sqft
$4,795,000
2417 CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,484 sqft
$3,650,000
3780 CUTLASS BAYOU ROAD, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,102 sqft
$9,750,000
1216 N CASEY KEY ROAD, OSPREY
5 bd · 7 ba · 8,050 sqft
$4,695,000
412 S CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,975 sqft
$2,699,000
919 KEY WAY, NOKOMIS
6 bd · 5 ba · 3,497 sqft
$1,595,000$1,795,000
3708 SANDSPUR LANE, NOKOMIS
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,616 sqft
$11,950,000
2542 CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,414 sqft
$4,750,000
621 CASEY KEY ROAD, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,140 sqft
$1,995,000$2,095,000
922 CASEY COVE DRIVE, NOKOMIS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,722 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Casey Key market
21
Sold, last 12 months
$3,000,000
Median sold price
88%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
91 days
Median time to sell
Casey Key vs Nokomis
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 34.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Casey Key boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Casey Key is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Casey Key home
≈ $27,625/mo
$4,795,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$33/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$12,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
728
Median age
61
Median income
$144,814
Median home value
$733,641
Beyond the listings
Living in Casey 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 10% 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.
Beliefs
Top 20% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 22% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Entertainment
Top 24% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
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.
Straight answers
Casey Key FAQs
Is Casey Key a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want privacy, water access and a low-rise, low-density island lifestyle on the Gulf. There are no high-rises and no golf or 55+ communities here — just estate-scale homes, 12 of the 15 active being waterfront. If you value seclusion over walkable amenities, it's a strong fit.
Is Casey Key expensive?+
Yes — it's one of the priciest addresses in Sarasota County. Every active listing is above $1M, the median list price is $4,795,000, and the average price is about $1,731 per square foot. This is a dedicated luxury market, not an entry-level one.
What do homes cost on Casey Key?+
Active listings run from $1,595,000 to $12,650,000 with a median of $4,795,000, and the median home size is roughly 3,497 square feet. Over the last 12 months 20 homes sold at a median price of $3,000,000. The gap between list and sold prices reflects how individual and negotiated these island deals tend to be.
How is the Casey Key market right now?+
It's a patient, high-end market: median days on market is 88 and sellers average 88% of their asking price. With only 15 active listings and 20 sales in the past year, inventory is thin and each home is its own negotiation. Buyers who do their homework and move deliberately have real leverage.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
HOA costs are minimal here — the median is about $33/mo, since the island isn't structured as a fee-heavy gated community. Property taxes, however, reflect the values: the median is roughly $25,410 per year. Budget for the tax line rather than the association dues.
What schools serve Casey Key?+
Public students are generally assigned to Laurel Nokomis School and Venice Senior High School. School zones can change, so confirm the exact assignment for any specific address with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
Is there new construction on Casey Key?+
There are 2 new-construction homes among the current active listings, so new product does appear but it's rare. Most of the island is custom, one-off estate building on existing lots. If you want new, expect limited choices and to act quickly when something comes up.
What's the commute like from Casey Key?+
The island connects to the mainland via bridges and feeds onto the Tamiami Trail (US 41) corridor. Downtown Tampa is about 71 minutes away, so it's a reach for a daily Tampa commute but very workable for Sarasota and Venice destinations. Plan on driving for everyday errands given the island's low-density layout.
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