Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Park East
Central Sarasota living at an approachable price point
20
Homes for sale
$154,950
Median list price
$216
Avg price / sqft
76
Median days on market
Park East sits close to the heart of Sarasota, within easy reach of the arts and dining energy of the Rosemary District and the leafy streets of Arlington Park. It's a compact, walkable pocket where condos and smaller homes trade at prices well below the barrier-island neighborhoods like Lido Key, which makes it one of the more attainable ways into the city core. The median home here runs about 912 square feet, so this is a place for people who want location over square footage.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell a clear story: 19 active listings with a median list price of $145,000, and homes moving in a median of 20 days. Over the past year 44 homes sold at a median of $135,000, with sellers collecting about 91% of asking on average — meaning there's room to negotiate but not to lowball. Prices span a wide $82,900 to $490,000, so what you buy depends heavily on which building or block you land in.
Park East is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$82,900 – $699K price range
912 sqft median home
$560/mo median HOA
$1,650/mo median rent
40 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Park East
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$135,000
2744 HIDDEN LAKE BOULEVARD UNIT C, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft
$239,000
727 N JEFFERSON AVENUE UNIT 727, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 936 sqft
$699,000
2533 10TH STREET, SARASOTA
6 bd · 5 ba · 2,142 sqft
$199,900
642 N JEFFERSON AVENUE UNIT 13, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 924 sqft
$124,900$133,900
2752 HIDDEN LAKE BOULEVARD UNIT C, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 967 sqft
$285,000$295,000
630 N JEFFERSON AVENUE UNIT 19, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 924 sqft
$349,900
2048 5TH STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft
$154,900$179,900
638 N JEFFERSON AVENUE UNIT 15, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 924 sqft
$490,000
2031 4TH STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,397 sqft
$125,000$135,000
500 N JEFFERSON AVENUE UNIT B-5, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 847 sqft
$155,000
972 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 8, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 800 sqft
$97,000
2632 HIDDEN LAKE DR N UNIT B, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 601 sqft
Every active listing inside the Park East boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Park East market
40
Sold, last 12 months
$152,375
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
39 days
Median time to sell
Park East vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 21.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Park East boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Park East is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Park East home
≈ $1,748/mo
$154,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$560/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,650/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,980
Median age
34
Median income
$56,324
Median home value
$221,585
Beyond the listings
Living in Park East
Relationships
Top 24% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
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.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Hobbies & Interests
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.
Attitudes
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
Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Straight answers
Park East FAQs
Is Park East a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want to be near downtown Sarasota, the Rosemary District, and nearby neighborhoods like Arlington Park without paying island prices. The homes are compact — a median of about 912 square feet — so it leans toward buyers who value walkable location over big lots. Assigned schools include Tuttle Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High School.
Is Park East expensive?+
Compared with much of Sarasota, no. The median list price is $145,000 and the median sold price over the last year was $135,000, which is well below the barrier-island neighborhoods such as Lido Key. Prices do range widely, from $82,900 up to $490,000, depending on size and building.
What do homes cost in Park East?+
Active listings currently range from $82,900 to $490,000, with a median list price of $145,000 and an average of about $194 per square foot. With a median home size near 912 square feet, most properties here are condos or smaller homes rather than large single-family houses.
How is the Park East market right now?+
It's active and reasonably quick — 19 homes are on the market and the median time to sell is 20 days. Over the past year 44 homes closed, with sellers getting about 91% of their asking price on average, so buyers have some negotiating room without expecting deep discounts.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Because much of Park East is condos and attached homes, HOA dues matter here — the median is about $560 per month, which typically covers building and common-area upkeep. Property taxes are modest, with a median of roughly $1,921 per year, and median rent in the area runs about $1,638 per month.
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