Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Chaparral
Quiet East Sarasota living with room to breathe
3
Homes for sale
$498,000
Median list price
$246
Avg price / sqft
89
Median days on market
Chaparral sits in the eastern reaches of Sarasota County, where the pace slows and the lots feel a little more generous than what you'll find closer to the coast. It's a practical, residential pocket assigned to the Braden River schools, with quick access to the amenities of greater Sarasota when you want them and a calmer everyday rhythm when you don't. Buyers weighing this area often compare it against livelier spots like the Rosemary District or the waterfront draw of Lido Key, and Chaparral makes the case on space and value.
The market here is small and moves quickly. There are just 5 active listings right now, with a median list price of $515,000 and homes sitting a median of only 15 days before going under contract. Over the past year only 4 homes sold, at a median of $485,000, and sellers collected about 94% of asking — a sign this is a tight, deliberate market rather than a bidding frenzy. If you like the neighborhood feel of Arlington Park but want more square footage for the money, it's worth a look.
Chaparral is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$379,000 – $600K price range
2,045 sqft median home
$118/mo median HOA
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Chaparral
$600,000$625,000
6011 CHAPARRAL AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,063 sqft
$498,000$515,000
6828 WINSLOW STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,045 sqft
$379,000$399,900
6813 WINSLOW STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,872 sqft
Every active listing inside the Chaparral boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Chaparral market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$470,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
Chaparral vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 14.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Chaparral boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Chaparral is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Chaparral home
≈ $3,466/mo
$498,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$118/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
459
Median age
64
Median income
$66,532
Median home value
$453,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Chaparral
Food & Drink
Top 3% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% in the U.S.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.
Active
Top 10% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 15% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Beliefs
Top 16% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Straight answers
Chaparral FAQs
Is Chaparral a good place to live?+
It's a steady, residential East Sarasota neighborhood suited to buyers who want more space and a quieter setting than the coast. Homes are assigned to the Braden River schools, and downtown Sarasota's dining and beaches are still within reach. If you're weighing waterfront alternatives, the Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores area offers a very different, water-adjacent feel.
Is Chaparral expensive?+
It sits in the mid-range for Sarasota County, with a median list price of $515,000 and active listings running from $399,900 up to $650,000. There are no $1M+ listings currently on the market here, so it stays approachable relative to Sarasota's coastal enclaves.
What do homes cost in Chaparral?+
Active listings carry a median price of $515,000 and average about $265 per square foot, with a typical home around 2,045 square feet. Over the past year, homes actually sold at a median of $485,000, so buyers can expect real prices to land a bit below asking.
How is the market in Chaparral?+
It's tight and fast-moving on very low inventory — just 5 active listings and 4 sales in the past 12 months. Homes go under contract in a median of 15 days, and sellers are getting about 94% of their asking price, which signals a market where well-priced homes move but there's still modest room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is about $118 per month, on the lighter side for a managed community. Property taxes run a median of roughly $6,007 per year, so factor both into your monthly carrying cost when comparing to other Sarasota neighborhoods.
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