Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Sara Sands
Waterfront living minutes from downtown Sarasota
3
Homes for sale
$3,475,000
Median list price
$1,068
Avg price / sqft
186
Median days on market
Sara Sands sits in the pocket of Sarasota where water access and proximity to the coast define daily life, with a handful of pool and waterfront properties tucked among the established streets. It's an easy reach to the beaches of Lido Key, the arts corridor around Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, and the walkable energy of the Rosemary District. This is a neighborhood for buyers who want space and water without giving up quick access to everything that makes Sarasota worth living in.
The market here is small and premium — just three active listings, all priced above $1M, with a median list price of $3,475,000. Homes tend to sit before selling, with a median 186 days on market and sellers landing around 94% of asking, so there's real room to negotiate. Over the last year, 11 homes traded at a median sold price of $1,600,000, a reminder that closed prices run well below today's aspirational list numbers.
Sara Sands is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$2,400,000 – $4.7M price range
3,034 sqft median home
11 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sara Sands
$2,400,000
5073 HIGEL AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,965 sqft
$3,475,000$3,539,000
5103 WINDWARD AVENUE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,034 sqft
$4,650,000
5174 SANDY COVE AVENUE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,723 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sara Sands boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Sara Sands market
11
Sold, last 12 months
$1,600,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
28 days
Median time to sell
Sara Sands vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 22.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sara Sands boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sara Sands is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sara Sands home
≈ $19,388/mo
$3,475,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
390
Median age
60
Median income
$128,111
Median home value
$1,088,700
Beyond the listings
Living in Sara Sands
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Food & Drink
Top 8% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Food & Drink
Top 8% in the U.S.Asian Food & Culture
Asian culture has a lot to offer, but the Asian cuisine tends to be the most frequently referenced. This population is talking about Asian dishes, holidays, and drinks.
Entertainment
Top 8% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Entertainment
Top 8% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Food & Drink
Top 11% in the U.S.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.
On the calendar
Near Sara Sands
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Seventeenth-Century Dutch Paintings from The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
This long-term installation showcases five exceptional examples of 17th-century Dutch painting, featuring a dramatic seascape, an expansive landscape, and captivating por…
Jul
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FX Toy Shows
Collectors and enthusiasts can bring all their cherished playtime possessions to life, getting them appraised by expert doll and toy buyers on-site. Moreover, visitors ca…
Jul
11
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Venice Doll Club and FX Toy Shows
The FX Toy Show, once hailed as the Super Bowl of collectible toy shows, was the largest of its kind in the Southeastern United States from 1990 to 2006. Now, it's making…
Jul
11
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As Earth Is To Sky
This exhibition showcases the second installment of a transformative collection of abstract and minimalist art, featuring works in wood, steel, copper, and bronze by reno…
Jul
11
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Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses
10:00am
This exhibition celebrates childhood and the imagination of youth through the words and images of A Child's Garden of Verses, a beloved children's poetry book by the reno…
Jul
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ReptiDay
The event strictly adheres to the recent Florida law changes, disallowing the display of pet Iguanas and Tegus, regardless of permit status. Attendees are encouraged to v…
Straight answers
Sara Sands FAQs
Is Sara Sands a good place to live?+
It's a compact, water-oriented Sarasota neighborhood with pool and waterfront homes and quick access to the beaches of Lido Key. You get established streets with proximity to downtown and the coast, plus assigned schools including Phillippi Shores Elementary and Sarasota High. It suits buyers who want space and water access without a long commute to Sarasota's core.
Is Sara Sands expensive?+
Yes — it's a premium pocket where every active listing is priced above $1M and the median list price is $3,475,000. That said, closed sales tell a more grounded story: the median sold price over the last 12 months was $1,600,000. The gap between list and sold prices means asking numbers run high relative to what homes actually trade for.
What do homes cost in Sara Sands?+
Active listings currently range from $2,400,000 to $4,650,000, with a median list price of $3,475,000 and an average of $1,068 per square foot on a median home size of about 3,034 sqft. Over the past year, 11 homes sold at a median price of $1,600,000. For context on the broader market, it helps to compare against other Sarasota homes for sale.
How is the market in Sara Sands?+
It's a slow, small market — only three homes are active and the median days on market is 186. Sellers are averaging 94% of their asking price, which signals genuine negotiating room for buyers. With just 11 sales in the last year, expect limited inventory and time to make a considered decision.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported HOA figure for Sara Sands, so ongoing dues aren't a factor buyers should assume. The median annual property tax runs about $10,432, in line with the neighborhood's higher price points. Always confirm the exact tax and any community obligations for a specific property before you make an offer.
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