Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Siesta Beach
Powder-white sand and a barrier-island pace
20
Homes for sale
$1,265,000
Median list price
$571
Avg price / sqft
90
Median days on market
Siesta Beach anchors one of the most recognizable stretches of coastline on Florida's Gulf Coast, where quartz-white sand and a laid-back island rhythm shape daily life. This is a neighborhood built for people who want the water close — 18 of the 30 active listings are waterfront and 20 come with a pool — and who value being minutes from the shops and dining of greater Sarasota. Nearby enclaves like Lido Key and the arts-leaning Rosemary District round out the barrier-island lifestyle without a long drive.
For buyers today, this is firmly a luxury coastal market: the median list price sits at $1,300,000, with 19 of 30 active homes priced above $1M and $/sqft averaging $662. Homes are moving at a steady clip — a median of 30 days on market — but there's room to negotiate, with sellers taking home about 93% of asking over the past year. If a walkable, waterfront-adjacent alternative appeals, Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores and Arlington Park are worth a look.
Siesta Beach is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$45,000 – $5.0M price range
2,243 sqft median home
$1,459/mo median HOA
$10,000/mo median rent
48 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Siesta Beach
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$2,270,000$2,275,000
4879 COMMONWEALTH DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,450 sqft
$1,349,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 310, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,900 sqft
$1,150,000
5157 SANDY BEACH AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,288 sqft
$45,000
915 SEASIDE DR UNIT 405, WEEKS 22-23, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,460 sqft
$1,399,000$1,499,000
670 VENICE LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,114 sqft
$2,795,000$2,995,000
5178 OAKMONT PLACE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,755 sqft
$1,280,000$1,295,000
5125 SANDY BEACH AVENUE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,216 sqft
$1,745,000$1,795,000
5143 SANDY BEACH AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,244 sqft
$999,900
783 BIRDSONG LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,905 sqft
$1,300,000
801 EDGEMERE LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,542 sqft
$1,250,000$1,300,000
5128 OXFORD DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,908 sqft
$80,000$100,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 402, Weeks 10-13, SARASOTA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,750 sqft
Every active listing inside the Siesta Beach boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Siesta Beach market
48
Sold, last 12 months
$1,350,000
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
80 days
Median time to sell
Siesta Beach vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 8.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Siesta Beach boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Siesta Beach is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Siesta Beach home
≈ $9,052/mo
$1,265,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,459/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$10,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
651
Median age
64
Median income
$172,745
Median home value
$930,563
Beyond the listings
Living in Siesta Beach
Food & Drink
Top 11% 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.
Entertainment
Top 11% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 12% 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.
Entertainment
Top 12% 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 12% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% 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.
Straight answers
Siesta Beach FAQs
Is Siesta Beach a good place to live?+
It's one of the Gulf Coast's most beloved beach neighborhoods, prized for its white sand and easygoing island pace. Assigned schools include Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High, and you're minutes from the dining and culture of greater Sarasota. It suits buyers who want water close by — 18 of 30 active homes are waterfront.
Is Siesta Beach expensive?+
Yes — it's a luxury coastal market, with a median list price of $1,300,000 and average $/sqft of $662. Nineteen of the 30 active listings are priced above $1M, and the range runs from $5,000 up to $5,392,000. If you're comparing options, nearby Lido Key offers a similar barrier-island feel.
What do homes cost in Siesta Beach?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $1,300,000, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $1,075,000. With a median home size around 2,169 sqft and $/sqft averaging $662, the gap between list and sold prices reflects real negotiating room.
How is the Siesta Beach market right now?+
There are 30 active listings and 51 homes have sold in the past 12 months, so inventory turns steadily. Median days on market is 30, and sellers are netting about 93% of their asking price on average — a market with movement but also room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $1,102 a month, which is typical for waterfront and pool-heavy coastal communities with shared amenities. Median property tax lands around $7,079 a year, so factor both into your monthly budget alongside the purchase price.
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