Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Matoaka Heights
A quiet Sarasota pocket close to the coast
1
Homes for sale
$549,900
Median list price
$246
Avg price / sqft
145
Median days on market
Matoaka Heights is a small, low-key residential pocket in Sarasota County, the kind of place where the streets stay quiet and the beaches and city energy are a short drive away. It sits within easy reach of Sarasota's better-known corners — the barrier-island calm of Lido Key, the artsy shoreline of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, and the walkable dining and nightlife of the Rosemary District. If you want a modest, well-connected neighborhood rather than a splashy master-planned community, this is that.
The market here is genuinely small, so a buyer needs patience and good timing. There's currently a single active listing at $599,000, and only three homes have sold in the past year at a median of $435,000. That thin inventory means when the right house appears you'll want to move decisively — but it also means less competition on any given day than in busier Sarasota neighborhoods like Arlington Park.
Matoaka Heights is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$549,900 – $550K price range
2,239 sqft median home
$21/mo median HOA
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Matoaka Heights
Every active listing inside the Matoaka Heights boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Matoaka Heights market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$435,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
10 days
Median time to sell
Matoaka Heights vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Matoaka Heights boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Matoaka Heights is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Matoaka Heights home
≈ $3,579/mo
$549,900 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
Population
223
Median age
45
Median income
$95,302
Median home value
$376,500
Beyond the listings
Living in Matoaka Heights
Emotional
Top 1% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Beliefs
Top 1% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 1% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Attitudes
Top 3% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 4% in the U.S.Daily Grind
Whether throwing punches at the boxing club or punching the clock at work, this population likes to talk about their hard work.
Food & Drink
Top 4% 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.
Straight answers
Matoaka Heights FAQs
Is Matoaka Heights a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, residential Sarasota County pocket that trades big-community amenities for location and calm. You're a manageable drive from the coast and downtown, with quick access to neighborhoods like Lido Key when you want the beach. It suits buyers who value a low-key setting over a marquee address.
Is Matoaka Heights expensive?+
It's mid-market for the Sarasota area, not a luxury zone. The one active listing is priced at $599,000, while homes actually sold over the past year at a median of $435,000. There are no active $1M-plus listings here, so it reads as attainable relative to the county's pricier waterfront pockets.
What do homes cost in Matoaka Heights?+
Current pricing sits around $268 per square foot, with a median home size of about 2,239 sqft and the lone active listing at $599,000. Recent closed sales tell a more grounded story, with a median sold price of $435,000. Expect a gap between asking and sold values here given how few homes trade.
How is the market in Matoaka Heights?+
It's a thin, slow-moving market — only three homes sold in the last 12 months and the current active listing has a median of 69 days on market. Sellers have been getting about 96% of asking on average, so there's modest room to negotiate. Compared with high-demand spots like Arlington Park, you'll have more time to think but fewer options to choose from.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA dues are light, with a median of roughly $21 per month, so ongoing community costs stay minimal. Property taxes run higher, with a median around $5,406 per year. Budget accordingly, but the low HOA keeps the monthly carrying cost reasonable.
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