Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Laurel Park
Historic cottages a walk from downtown Sarasota
9
Homes for sale
$799,000
Median list price
$584
Avg price / sqft
41
Median days on market
Laurel Park is one of Sarasota's oldest neighborhoods, a tight grid of early-20th-century bungalows and craftsman cottages just east of downtown. The appeal here is walkability and character — brick streets, mature oaks, and a short stroll to the restaurants and galleries of the Rosemary District and the broader Sarasota homes for sale market. If you want urban proximity without high-rise living, this pocket between downtown and Arlington Park delivers it.
Inventory is genuinely thin — just 7 active listings right now, which keeps competition real for the homes that do come up. Prices start around $725,000 and climb to nearly $2.8 million, with new construction mixing into the historic fabric. Buyers should come prepared to move on the right house, because turnover is low and well-located cottages don't linger long.
Laurel Park is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$599,000 – $2.7M price range
1,912 sqft median home
$600/mo median HOA
$2,250/mo median rent
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Laurel Park
$950,000
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 4, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,912 sqft
$599,000$625,000
1720 MORRILL STREET UNIT 11, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,152 sqft
$749,000
1868 LAUREL STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 960 sqft
$725,000
516 LAUREL PARK DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,451 sqft
$1,000,000
1841 LAUREL STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,552 sqft
$799,000
501 LAFAYETTE COURT, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,434 sqft
$799,000$825,000
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,667 sqft
$2,649,000$2,749,000
1680 CHERRY LANE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,128 sqft
$2,699,000$2,799,000
1681 OAK STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5 ba · 3,128 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Laurel Park market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$954,265
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
Laurel Park vs Sarasota
Median list price
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Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 0.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Laurel Park boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Laurel Park is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Laurel Park home
≈ $5,774/mo
$799,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$600/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,250/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
685
Median age
53
Median income
$74,167
Median home value
$780,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Laurel Park
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Relationships
Top 4% 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.
Beliefs
Top 6% 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
Top 6% 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.
Entertainment
Top 6% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Straight answers
Laurel Park FAQs
Is Laurel Park a good place to live?+
It's one of Sarasota's most walkable historic neighborhoods, with brick streets, mature oaks, and downtown a few minutes away. The small scale and tight-knit feel suit buyers who want urban access without a condo tower, and the nearby Rosemary District keeps dining and culture close.
Is Laurel Park expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the higher end of Sarasota. The median list price is $799,000 with homes ranging from $725,000 up to $2.8 million, and the average price works out to about $615 per square foot.
What do homes cost in Laurel Park?+
Active listings run from $725,000 to $2,799,000 with a median of $799,000, and the typical home is around 2,434 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 10 homes sold at a median of $954,265, reflecting strong demand for the better properties.
How is the market in Laurel Park?+
It's a low-inventory market with just 7 active listings and 10 sales in the past year. Homes take a median of 44 days to sell and sellers are getting about 94% of their asking price, so there's room to negotiate but well-priced homes move.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $522 per month and median property taxes are roughly $9,058 per year. Costs vary widely given the mix of historic cottages and new construction, so confirm the specifics on any home you're considering.
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