Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lido Shores
Architectural waterfront living on Sarasota's Gulf barrier island
7
Homes for sale
$11,900,000
Median list price
$1,895
Avg price / sqft
96
Median days on market
Lido Shores sits at the quiet northern edge of Lido Key, a stretch of Sarasota's barrier island known for mid-century modern architecture and direct Gulf and bay access. This is a low-density enclave of custom waterfront estates where nearly every home has a pool and most sit on the water — a place for buyers who want privacy, boat access, and serious design pedigree within minutes of St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. Nearby, neighborhoods like Rosemary District and Arlington Park round out the broader Sarasota lifestyle.
The market here is rarefied and thin by design: just 7 active listings with a median list price of $11,900,000, ranging from roughly $4.9M to $16.75M. Over the past year 7 homes sold at a median of $5,100,000, with sellers collecting about 90% of asking — a sign that pricing and negotiation both matter at this level. With homes moving in a median 39 days, well-positioned properties don't linger.
Lido Shores is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$4,925,000 – $17M price range
5,759 sqft median home
$21/mo median HOA
$12,000/mo median rent
7 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lido Shores
$16,750,000
1083 WESTWAY DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,703 sqft
$13,900,000
1209 WESTWAY DRIVE, SARASOTA
6 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,862 sqft
$7,995,000
1475 JOHN RINGLING PARKWAY, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,936 sqft
$14,900,000
1157 WESTWAY DRIVE, SARASOTA
6 bd · 5 ba · 9,162 sqft
$6,995,000
246 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,617 sqft
$11,900,000
1435 WESTWAY DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 7 ba · 5,759 sqft
$4,925,000$5,495,000
340 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,280 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lido Shores market
7
Sold, last 12 months
$5,100,000
Median sold price
90%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
169 days
Median time to sell
Lido Shores vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 58.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lido Shores boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lido Shores is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lido Shores home
≈ $68,828/mo
$11,900,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$21/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$12,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
213
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Lido Shores
Culture
Top 3% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Beliefs
Top 14% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Lifestyles
Top 15% 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.
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
Lido Shores FAQs
Is Lido Shores a good place to live?+
It's one of Sarasota's most sought-after waterfront enclaves, prized for its mid-century architecture and barrier-island privacy on Lido Key. With pools on all current listings and direct Gulf and bay access on most, it suits buyers who want a serious coastal lifestyle. Assigned schools include Southside Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High.
Is Lido Shores expensive?+
Yes — it's among the priciest addresses in the region, with a median list price of $11,900,000 and active listings running from about $4,925,000 to $16,750,000. The average price per square foot is around $1,895, reflecting the custom-estate, waterfront nature of the neighborhood.
What do homes cost in Lido Shores?+
Active listings currently range from roughly $4.9M to $16.75M, with a median list price of $11,900,000. Over the last 12 months, 7 homes sold at a median price of $5,100,000, so actual sold figures have come in well below current asking levels.
How is the market in Lido Shores?+
Inventory is intentionally thin, with just 7 active listings and 7 sales over the past year. Homes take a median of 39 days to sell and sellers are netting about 90% of asking, meaning there's genuine room to negotiate at these price points.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA costs are minimal here, with a median of about $21 per month. Property taxes, however, reflect the high values — the median annual tax bill runs around $70,775, so buyers should budget accordingly.
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