Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Sunset
A quiet Sarasota pocket with real staying power
Sunset sits within easy reach of the coastal Sarasota lifestyle that draws buyers to this part of the Gulf Coast, close to landmarks like Lido Key and the arts-and-dining energy of the Rosemary District and Five Points. It's the kind of established, low-key neighborhood where day-to-day life leans on nearby communities like Arlington Park and Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores for green space and waterfront access.
For a buyer today, Sunset is a tight market — there are currently no active listings, so inventory moves quietly and quickly when it appears. Over the last 12 months just 3 homes changed hands here at a median sold price of $319,000, and sellers averaged 101% of asking, which tells you well-priced homes don't linger. If you want in, the play is patience and readiness rather than browsing a long list of Sarasota homes for sale.
Sunset is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$5,000/mo median rent
4 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sunset
Nothing active right now.
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Every active listing inside the Sunset boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Sunset market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$261,950
Median sold price
101%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
53 days
Median time to sell
Sunset vs Sarasota
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 6.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sunset boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sunset is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
527
Median age
34
Median income
$57,045
Median home value
$328,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Sunset
Lifestyles
Top 1% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Appearance oriented
Top 9% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Emotional
Top 9% in the U.S.Heartfelt Sharing
This population is characterized by vulnerability. Looking to unload emotional burdens, activities include confessions, apologies, and long-form posts.
Entertainment
Top 12% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Emotional
Top 21% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Beliefs
Top 23% in the U.S.Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Straight answers
Sunset FAQs
Is Sunset a good place to live?+
It's an established, quiet Sarasota neighborhood with easy access to downtown, the beaches of Lido Key, and nearby parks. Assigned schools include Wilkinson Elementary, Sarasota Middle, and Riverview High School, and the low turnover — just 3 sales in the past year — points to residents who stay put.
Is Sunset expensive?+
Compared to much of coastal Sarasota, it's relatively attainable, with homes selling at a median of $319,000 over the last 12 months. That said, inventory is scarce, so pricing on any given home depends heavily on timing and condition.
What do homes cost in Sunset?+
The median sold price over the past year was $319,000 across 3 closed sales. There are no active listings right now, so a buyer should expect to move fast and be ready when the next home hits the market rather than counting on a wide selection of Sarasota homes for sale.
How is the market in Sunset?+
It's a low-volume, seller-favorable market — only 3 homes sold in the last 12 months, and those sellers averaged 101% of their asking price. With zero active listings currently, competition tends to concentrate around each new listing.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and property-tax figures aren't available for Sunset in the current data, which is common for smaller, older neighborhoods without a formal association. For a specific home, we'll pull the exact tax bill and any applicable fees before you write an offer; median rent in the area runs around $5,000/mo for comparison.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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