Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Bay View Acres
A quiet Sarasota pocket near downtown and the bay
3
Homes for sale
$1,149,000
Median list price
$541
Avg price / sqft
79
Median days on market
Bay View Acres sits in the heart of Sarasota County, close enough to the city's core that you can reach the shops and galleries of the Rosemary District or the parks around Arlington Park in minutes, yet set back enough to keep a residential calm. It's the kind of established neighborhood where pool homes and mature lots sit near the water, and the beaches of Lido Key are an easy drive. Buyers who want Sarasota access without the density of a downtown high-rise tend to gravitate here.
The market right now is thin and leans upscale: just 3 active listings, with a median list price of $1,149,000 and two homes priced above $1M. That's a notable gap from the $485,000 median sold price over the past year across 17 closings, which tells you the current inventory skews toward larger, pricier homes. With sellers averaging 92% of asking and a median 33 days on market, there's room to negotiate — but serious buyers should move decisively when something fits. Compare it against the broader Sarasota homes for sale to see where it lands.
Bay View Acres is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$871,500 – $1.9M price range
2,565 sqft median home
$3,000/mo median rent
17 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Bay View Acres
$871,500
6741 AVENUE D, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,651 sqft
$1,149,000
1804 BAYWOOD DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,335 sqft
$1,925,000
1827 BAYWOOD DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,565 sqft
Every active listing inside the Bay View Acres boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Bay View Acres market
17
Sold, last 12 months
$485,000
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
91 days
Median time to sell
Bay View Acres vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 15.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Bay View Acres boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Bay View Acres is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Bay View Acres home
≈ $6,863/mo
$1,149,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$3,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
385
Median age
60
Median income
$133,709
Median home value
$382,267
Beyond the listings
Living in Bay View Acres
Relationships
Top 10% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
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.
Culture
Top 13% 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.
Relationships
Top 14% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Entertainment
Top 17% 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
Top 17% 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.
Straight answers
Bay View Acres FAQs
Is Bay View Acres a good place to live?+
It's a solid pick if you want an established Sarasota neighborhood with quick access to downtown, the parks of Arlington Park, and the Gulf beaches of Lido Key. The vibe is residential and low-key, and every current listing comes with a pool, which suits the outdoor Florida lifestyle.
Is Bay View Acres expensive?+
It skews upper-bracket right now, with a median list price of $1,149,000 and two of three active homes priced above $1M. That said, the median sold price over the past 12 months was $485,000, so pricing depends heavily on the specific home and its size or waterfront position.
What do homes cost in Bay View Acres?+
Active listings range from $871,500 to $1,925,000, with an average of $541 per square foot on a median home size of 2,565 sqft. Over the last year, 17 homes sold at a median of $485,000, reflecting a wider mix than the current premium inventory.
How is the market right now?+
Inventory is tight at just 3 active listings, and homes are moving at a median of 33 days on market. Sellers are averaging 92% of asking price, which gives prepared buyers some negotiating room without a long wait.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported median HOA fee for the neighborhood, which keeps carrying costs simpler than in many gated Sarasota communities. The median annual property tax runs about $7,185, so factor that into your monthly budget alongside your mortgage.
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