Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Cottages At Blu Vista
A small-scale pocket close to Sarasota's best
2
Homes for sale
$687,000
Median list price
$331
Avg price / sqft
10
Median days on market
Cottages At Blu Vista is a compact neighborhood that trades the noise of bigger subdivisions for something more low-key, with a light HOA and a location that keeps you within reach of Sarasota's coastal and downtown draws. You're a reasonable drive from the Gulf beaches of Lido Key, the walkable energy of the Rosemary District, and the leafy, established feel of Arlington Park. It's the kind of spot that appeals to buyers who want a tidy single-family home without giving up access to everything that makes this stretch of the Gulf Coast worth the move.
The market here is thin and moves fast — there are just 2 active listings right now, with a median list price of $687,000 and homes typically going under contract in about 9.5 days. Over the past year 5 homes sold at a median of $430,000, and sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price, so there's room to negotiate but not much room to wait. If you're shopping the broader Sarasota homes for sale market, treat this as a neighborhood to act on quickly when something comes up.
Cottages At Blu Vista is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$479,000 – $895K price range
2,058 sqft median home
$61/mo median HOA
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Cottages At Blu Vista
$479,000
3415 72ND DRIVE E, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,488 sqft
$895,000
7124 34TH STREET E, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,627 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Cottages At Blu Vista market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$430,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
26 days
Median time to sell
Cottages At Blu Vista vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 12.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Cottages At Blu Vista boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Cottages At Blu Vista is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Cottages At Blu Vista home
≈ $4,386/mo
$687,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$61/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
329
Median age
52
Median income
$78,967
Median home value
$376,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Cottages At Blu Vista
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Attitudes
Top 4% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% in the U.S.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.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 9% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Straight answers
Cottages At Blu Vista FAQs
Is Cottages At Blu Vista a good place to live?+
It's a small, quiet single-family neighborhood that suits buyers wanting a tidy home with a light HOA and strong access to Sarasota's coast and downtown. You're within reach of Lido Key's beaches and the Rosemary District, with assigned schools including Kinnan Elementary and Braden River Middle. The low inventory keeps the feel residential rather than busy.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for the area, with a median list price of $687,000 and active listings spanning $479,000 to $895,000. At about $331 per square foot, pricing reflects the single-family stock rather than condos or attached homes. Compared to many Sarasota homes for sale, it's a solid middle-market play.
What do homes cost in Cottages At Blu Vista?+
Current listings have a median list price of $687,000, while the 5 homes that sold over the past year closed at a median of $430,000. That gap reflects a small sample and the specific mix of homes on the market now. Expect roughly $331 per square foot for a home around 2,058 square feet.
How is the market right now?+
It's fast but tight — only 2 homes are active, and listings go under contract in a median of 9.5 days. Sellers are averaging 97% of asking, so pricing is realistic and buyers who hesitate often miss out. Being pre-approved and ready to tour quickly makes a real difference here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The HOA is modest at a median of about $61 per month, which is light for a single-family community. Property taxes run around $5,935 a year at current values. Together they keep monthly carrying costs reasonable relative to the home prices in the neighborhood.
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