Homes zoned forRiverview High School
A broad Sarasota zone from bay to suburb
675
Homes for sale
$475,000
Median list price
$325
Avg price / sqft
64
Median days on market
The Riverview High School attendance zone stretches across a big slice of Sarasota, pulling in neighborhoods that run from coastal and waterfront pockets to gated suburban enclaves and newer build-outs further inland. It's a zone with real range: you'll find modest mid-century blocks, pool homes, and luxury waterfront all sitting under the same school assignment. Among the broader Sarasota homes for sale, this corner appeals to families who want options without leaving a single, well-known attendance area.
The market here is active and priced for a wide audience. With 662 active listings and a median list price of $477,000 — against a vast $65,000 to $26.4 million range — a buyer can shop entry-level condos or eight-figure estates in the same search. Homes are taking a median 64.5 days to sell and sellers are netting about 96% of asking, so there's room to negotiate without a fire sale. Browse the live map to see how the segments cluster across the zone.
Riverview High School is an attendance zone in North Venice, Florida.
Quick facts
$65,000 – $26M price range
1,724 sqft median home
$442/mo median HOA
$2,800/mo median rent
1,804 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Riverview High School zone
The Riverview High School attendance zone covers a wide swath of Sarasota, and that breadth is its defining trait. Within one school assignment you'll move from coastal and waterfront neighborhoods to gated suburban communities and newer inland build-outs. It's less a single tidy enclave and more a cross-section of how Sarasota actually lives — which is exactly why it draws such a mixed pool of buyers.
The segment counts tell the story. There are 95 waterfront listings and 165 pool homes active, signaling how much of the area leans into Florida's outdoor, water-adjacent lifestyle. At the same time, 230 gated listings point to a strong appetite for amenity-rich, controlled-access communities among buyers who want privacy and shared upkeep.
This zone suits a buyer who values options over a single prescribed vibe. A first-time buyer eyeing an entry-level condo and a luxury shopper hunting a waterfront estate can both shop here honestly. If you want to see how the different pockets sit relative to one another, the live map is the fastest way to get oriented.
Schools for homes in the Riverview High School zone
The zone is named for and anchored by its high school assignment, and the surrounding Sarasota County schools shape where families choose to settle. Nearby options in the broader area include Sarasota High School and Booker High School at the secondary level.
At the middle-school level, families in this part of Sarasota often look at Booker Middle School and Brookside Middle School, with Southside Elementary among the elementary schools serving the area. The right assignment depends entirely on the specific street you're considering.
Because attendance boundaries are redrawn periodically, never assume a home carries a particular assignment based on its neighborhood name or a listing description. Confirm the current zone for any specific address directly with Sarasota County Schools before you make an offer — this is the single most important step for a family buying around school boundaries.
Homes for sale in the Riverview High School zone: prices and housing
There are 662 active listings in the zone, with a median list price of $477,000 and a median home size of about 1,724 square feet — roughly $327 per square foot on average. The price range is the widest you'll see almost anywhere in Sarasota, running from $65,000 at the entry level to $26.4 million at the top. Over the last 12 months, 1,807 homes sold at a median price of $455,000.
The segments break out clearly. Beyond the 95 waterfront and 165 pool listings, there are 230 gated homes and 100 listings priced above $1 million, so the luxury tier here is substantial. For buyers who want something newer, 113 active listings are new construction — a real alternative to competing over older resale inventory.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $442 a month, which reflects how many gated and amenity communities populate the zone. Median property tax runs around $3,921 a year, though your actual bill depends on assessed value and whether you qualify for a homestead exemption. Renters in the area see a median around $2,800 a month, useful context if you're weighing an investment purchase.
Getting around from the Riverview High School zone
Daily life in this zone is Sarasota-centric, so most errands, work trips, and beach runs stay within the local road network rather than demanding long highway drives. The area's coastal and central position keeps commutes short for anyone working in and around the city.
For regional travel, I-75 is the spine that connects Sarasota to the rest of the Gulf Coast and beyond. Downtown Tampa sits about 74 minutes away, which makes an occasional trip north for work, flights, or events entirely doable without turning it into a daily slog.
Because the zone is broad, your specific commute will vary by neighborhood — a waterfront pocket and an inland gated community can feel quite different on the clock. Drive the route at the hour you'd actually travel before you commit to a particular street.
Is the Riverview High School zone a good fit?
This zone rewards buyers who want choice. Few Sarasota attendance areas let you shop a $65,000 condo and a multi-million-dollar waterfront estate under the same school assignment, and the 662 active listings back that variety up. If you value flexibility — in price, in lifestyle, in resale vs. new — it's a strong place to search.
The market itself is balanced rather than frantic. A median 64.5 days on market and sellers getting about 96% of asking means well-priced homes move but buyers still have negotiating room. With 1,807 sales in the past year, you're buying into a liquid market, not a thin one.
The trade-off is that "the Riverview zone" doesn't describe one single character — you'll need to zero in on a specific neighborhood to know what you're really getting, from HOA costs to commute to the exact school assignment. Do that homework, confirm the boundary for your address, and the breadth that makes this zone hard to summarize becomes its greatest advantage.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
View all 675 →
$2,999,000
6102 GOLDFINCH STREET, SARASOTA
7 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,582 sqft
$1,990,000
1921 MONTE CARLO DRIVE UNIT 701, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,649 sqft
$1,411,000
1741 PEREGRINE POINT DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,824 sqft
$850,000
7213 GREAT EGRET BOULEVARD, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,793 sqft
$535,000
1064 N TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 1131, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,551 sqft
$499,900
6835 ROXBURY DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,760 sqft
$489,000
3143 LOCKWOOD TERRACE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,048 sqft
$479,000
6566 PALMER PARK CIRCLE UNIT 4, SARASOTA
1,296 sqft
$425,000
5639 BLOUNT AVENUE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,695 sqft
$399,990
6087 DRY TORTUGAS DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,781 sqft
$349,000
7872 LIMESTONE LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,714 sqft
$299,000
1608 BAYHOUSE POINT DRIVE UNIT 403, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,112 sqft
Every active listing inside the Riverview High School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Riverview High School market
1,804
Sold, last 12 months
$455,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
49 days
Median time to sell
Riverview High School vs North Venice
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 13.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Riverview High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Riverview High School home
≈ $3,480/mo
$475,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$442/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
76,814
Median age
55
Median income
$83,138
Median home value
$421,838
Beyond the listings
Living in Riverview High School
Beliefs
Top 24% in the U.S.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.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Straight answers
Riverview High School FAQs
Is the Riverview High School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want Sarasota's range under one school assignment — coastal pockets, gated communities, and newer neighborhoods all fall inside it. With 1,807 homes sold in the last year, it's a proven, liquid market rather than a niche enclave. The variety means you can match the lifestyle to your budget.
Is the Riverview High School zone expensive?+
It's middle-of-the-road for Sarasota, with a median list price of $477,000 and a median sold price of $455,000. That said, the range is enormous — from $65,000 at the low end to $26.4 million at the top — so the zone holds both affordable and ultra-luxury stock. Average price per square foot runs about $327.
What do homes cost in the Riverview High School zone?+
The median list price is $477,000 and the median home is about 1,724 square feet, working out to roughly $327 per square foot. You'll find 100 active listings above $1 million alongside entry-level options, so the number you land on depends heavily on segment and location.
How is the market right now?+
Balanced and active. Homes are taking a median 64.5 days to sell, and sellers are collecting about 96% of their asking price on average across 662 active listings. That gives buyers some negotiating room while keeping well-priced homes moving.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $442 a month, which reflects how many gated and amenity communities sit in this zone — 230 gated listings are active now. Median property tax is around $3,921 a year, though your figure depends on assessed value and any homestead exemption.
What are the schools in this zone?+
The zone is anchored by Sarasota High School, with other nearby Sarasota County schools including Booker High School, Booker Middle School, and Brookside Middle School. Boundaries change, so always confirm the current assignment for a specific address with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
What's the commute like?+
This is primarily a Sarasota-centered zone, so most daily trips stay close to home and the coast. Downtown Tampa is about 74 minutes away via I-75, which makes the occasional metro trip manageable without a daily grind.
Is there new construction in the zone?+
Yes — 113 active listings are new construction, a meaningful share of the 662 homes on the market. That gives buyers a path to a newer home without competing solely for aging resale inventory.
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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