Homes zoned forSarasota Middle School
A sought-after Sarasota zone with options for every buyer
419
Homes for sale
$490,000
Median list price
$276
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
The Sarasota Middle School attendance zone covers a stretch of suburban Sarasota where gated neighborhoods, pool homes and waterfront pockets sit within easy reach of the Gulf coast lifestyle. It's a practical choice for families who want room to spread out, with 185 gated listings and 108 pool homes currently on the market across the area. Buyers comparing it against the broader pool of Sarasota homes for sale will find a deep, varied inventory here. Nearby you'll also recognize names like Brookside Middle School and Sarasota High School, which anchor adjacent parts of the county.
For a buyer today, this is a market with choice and negotiating room. There are 418 active listings with a median list price of $499,500, and homes are taking a median 67.5 days to sell — enough time to shop carefully. Sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average, so reasonable offers land, and you can scan everything on the live map to see where the gated, waterfront and new-construction options cluster.
Sarasota Middle School is an attendance zone in North Venice, Florida.
Quick facts
$147,900 – $5.2M price range
1,842 sqft median home
$358/mo median HOA
$2,925/mo median rent
1,415 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Sarasota Middle School zone
The Sarasota Middle School attendance zone sits in suburban Sarasota, a Gulf-coast county known for its beaches, arts scene and year-round outdoor living. Within the zone, the housing leans toward planned and gated communities, giving it a settled, residential feel rather than an urban one. It's the kind of area where buyers trade walkable downtown density for more space, newer construction and the option of a pool or a gated entrance.
This zone appeals to a broad range of buyers. Families gravitate here for the suburban layout and the ability to stay near good schools, while move-up buyers and second-home shoppers are drawn by the waterfront and luxury segments. With 185 gated listings active at any given time, community-style living is the dominant pattern.
At the same time, the price spread — from under $150,000 to over $5 million — means the zone isn't one-dimensional. You'll find entry-level condos and townhomes alongside large single-family and waterfront properties. That variety makes it worth defining your must-haves early, because the right neighborhood within the zone depends heavily on budget and lifestyle.
Schools for homes in the Sarasota Middle School zone
The zone is named for Sarasota Middle School, the assigned middle school at the center of this attendance area. Buyers with school-age children should treat the school as a core part of the home search, since the assigned campus is tied to a home's address.
Nearby parts of Sarasota County include other well-known schools such as Booker Middle School, Brookside Middle School, Booker High School and Sarasota High School. These serve adjacent zones and give a sense of the surrounding school landscape, but they are not necessarily the assigned schools for every address in this zone.
School attendance boundaries change from year to year, and a home a few blocks away can fall into a different zone. Before you commit to a purchase, confirm the exact assigned elementary, middle and high schools for a specific address directly with the Sarasota County school district. That one step avoids the most common and costly surprise for families buying by school.
Homes for sale in the Sarasota Middle School zone: prices and housing
There are currently 418 active listings in the zone, with a median list price of $499,500. Prices run from $147,900 at the low end to $5,225,000 at the top, so the market serves both budget-conscious buyers and the luxury tier. Homes average about $276 per square foot, and the median home size is 1,843 square feet.
The segments tell the story of what's available. Gated communities lead with 185 active listings, followed by 108 pool homes and 97 new-construction listings. Waterfront accounts for 46 listings and there are 43 homes priced above $1 million — a reminder that the high end here is substantial. There are currently no golf-community or 55+ listings in the active data, so buyers seeking those features may need to look to neighboring areas.
On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA is about $358 per month, which reflects the prevalence of managed, gated communities. Median property taxes come in around $3,889 per year. Over the last 12 months, 1,418 homes sold at a median sold price of $479,000, with sellers netting roughly 96% of asking — useful context when you're sizing up an offer.
Getting around from the Sarasota Middle School zone
This is a car-oriented, suburban zone, so plan on driving for most daily errands and commutes. Sarasota's main arterials connect the zone to the rest of the county, the beaches and the regional interstate network along the Gulf coast.
For trips to the larger Tampa metro, downtown Tampa is roughly 74 minutes away by car — manageable for an occasional work trip or airport run, but not a daily commute most buyers would want. Within Sarasota itself, drive times to local shopping, schools and the coast are considerably shorter.
If commute time matters to you, pay attention to where within the zone a home sits relative to the major roads. Proximity to the main corridors can meaningfully shorten day-to-day driving, so factor it into your short list alongside price and schools.
Is the Sarasota Middle School zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong fit for buyers who want suburban Sarasota with real variety: gated communities, pool homes, waterfront and a healthy share of new construction all appear in the active inventory. The wide price range — from the $140s to over $5 million — means first-time buyers and luxury shoppers can both find a lane here. If you value a managed, community-style setting, the 185 gated listings make that easy to find.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. HOA fees run a median of about $358 per month, so budget for that on top of your mortgage and the roughly $3,889 median annual tax bill. This is a drive-everywhere area rather than a walkable one, and there are currently no golf or 55+ communities in the active listings if those are priorities.
For today's buyer, the pace is favorable. With 418 active listings, a median 67.5 days on market and sellers getting about 96% of asking, you have time to compare and negotiate rather than rush. Start by confirming the school zone for any address you like, then narrow by segment on the live map to focus your search.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$2,999,000
6102 GOLDFINCH STREET, SARASOTA
7 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,582 sqft
$850,000
7213 GREAT EGRET BOULEVARD, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,793 sqft
$479,000
6566 PALMER PARK CIRCLE UNIT 4, SARASOTA
1,296 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
$279,000
4001 OAKHURST DRIVE UNIT 3119, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,543 sqft
$215,000
6482 APPROACH ROAD UNIT 34, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,275 sqft
$209,900
5110 NORTHRIDGE ROAD UNIT 202, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,116 sqft
$1,076,454
7628 MOONBEAM AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,903 sqft
$922,524
7633 MOONBEAM AVENUE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,306 sqft
$797,429
7736 BLUE MOON RUN, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,843 sqft
$775,000
8553 SNOWFALL STREET, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,940 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sarasota Middle School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota Middle School market
1,415
Sold, last 12 months
$477,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
50 days
Median time to sell
Sarasota Middle School vs North Venice
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 16.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sarasota Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sarasota Middle School home
≈ $3,476/mo
$490,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$358/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,925/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
53,119
Median age
53
Median income
$92,183
Median home value
$470,134
Beyond the listings
Living in Sarasota Middle School
Active
Top 25% in the U.S.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.
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.
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Straight answers
Sarasota Middle School FAQs
Is the Sarasota Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want suburban Sarasota with gated-community options and quick access to the Gulf coast lifestyle. With 185 gated listings, 108 pool homes and 46 waterfront choices, there's a lot of variety in how you live here. It works well for families and anyone who wants a mix of newer and established neighborhoods.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It spans a wide range: the median list price is $499,500, but active listings run from $147,900 all the way to $5,225,000. There are 43 listings above $1 million for luxury shoppers, while the lower end leaves room for more modest budgets. You can filter price points directly on the live map.
What do homes cost in the Sarasota Middle School zone?+
The median list price is $499,500 and homes average about $276 per square foot, with a median home size of 1,843 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 1,418 homes sold at a median sold price of $479,000. That gap between list and sold price reflects the negotiating room in this market.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced market that favors a patient buyer. Homes take a median 67.5 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average across 418 active listings. That pace gives you time to compare options rather than rush an offer.
What should I expect for HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $358 per month, which tracks with the large share of gated communities in the zone. Median property tax is around $3,889 per year. Always confirm the exact HOA and tax figures for a specific home, since they vary by community and assessed value.
What schools serve this area?+
The zone centers on Sarasota Middle School, and nearby parts of the county include recognizable names like Booker Middle School and Sarasota High School. Attendance boundaries change, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific address directly with the Sarasota County school district before you buy.
What's the commute like?+
The zone sits in the Sarasota area with the usual Gulf-coast road network for getting around locally. If you need to reach the Tampa metro, downtown Tampa is roughly 74 minutes away by car. Day-to-day commutes within Sarasota itself are far shorter.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — 97 of the 418 active listings are new construction, so buyers who want a fresh build have real choices here. New homes are spread across gated and non-gated communities. Browse the current new-construction options on the live map.
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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