Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Sylvan Lea
A quiet enclave with easy Sarasota reach
2
Homes for sale
$564,900
Median list price
$265
Avg price / sqft
43
Median days on market
Sylvan Lea is a small residential pocket in Sarasota County, the kind of newer neighborhood where homes run in the low-to-mid $500Ks and the pace feels calmer than the coast. You're still within reach of Sarasota's cultural core — the galleries and dining of the Rosemary District, the beaches at Lido Key, and the leafy walkability of Arlington Park — without paying the barrier-island premium.
The market here is genuinely thin, which shapes how you should approach it. There are just 2 active listings today, with a median list price of $570,950 and homes moving in about 19.5 days. With only one sale in the past 12 months (at $700,000), buyers should treat pricing as a moving target and lean on comparables from nearby Sarasota communities and the growing inventory around Sky Ranch.
Sylvan Lea is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$549,900 – $580K price range
2,135 sqft median home
$83/mo median HOA
1 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sylvan Lea
$579,900
2166 SYLVAN LEA DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,140 sqft
$549,900$562,000
2073 MISTY SUNRISE TRAIL, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,129 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sylvan Lea boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Sylvan Lea market
1
Sold, last 12 months
$700,000
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
25 days
Median time to sell
Sylvan Lea vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 37.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sylvan Lea boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sylvan Lea is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sylvan Lea home
≈ $3,716/mo
$564,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$83/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
458
Median age
37
Median income
$94,318
Median home value
$576,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Sylvan Lea
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% in the U.S.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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 5% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Active
Top 8% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Active
Top 8% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Entertainment
Top 10% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Straight answers
Sylvan Lea FAQs
Is Sylvan Lea a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quieter, newer residential setting with straightforward access to central Sarasota. You're assigned to Sarasota High School, McIntosh Middle School, and Tatum Ridge Elementary School, and you're within easy reach of beaches and downtown culture. The neighborhood's small scale means it stays low-key year-round.
Is Sylvan Lea expensive?+
It sits in the mid-market for the Sarasota area, with a median list price of $570,950 and homes running about $267 per square foot. That's meaningfully below what you'd pay for Lido Key waterfront property while keeping you close to the same amenities. The modest $83/month median HOA helps keep monthly carrying costs reasonable.
What do homes cost in Sylvan Lea?+
Current active listings range from $562,000 to $579,900, with a median of $570,950 on homes around 2,135 square feet. The single sale in the past year closed at $700,000, so there's a spread worth understanding before you make an offer. Working from broader Sarasota comparables is smart given how few local sales there are.
How is the market in Sylvan Lea?+
It's a thin, fast-moving market — just 2 active listings and a median of 19.5 days on market. With only one home sold in the last 12 months and sellers averaging about 93% of asking, pricing has room for negotiation but limited data to anchor it. Expect to move quickly when the right home appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is about $83/month, which is on the lighter side for the area. Property taxes run around $5,366 per year at current values. Together they keep the ongoing cost of ownership predictable relative to many Sarasota communities.
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