Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
The Trails
A quiet East Sarasota pocket with room to breathe
1
Homes for sale
$497,000
Median list price
$232
Avg price / sqft
54
Median days on market
The Trails is the kind of established Sarasota neighborhood built for people who want space and calm without giving up easy access to the coast. Homes here run larger than average — the median footprint is close to 2,200 square feet — and a low-key HOA keeps the community feeling residential rather than resort. If you like the idea of a settled, tree-lined pocket but still want Sarasota close at hand, this is a practical base.
The market here is small and deliberate: just two active listings right now, with a median list price around $546,000 and homes moving at roughly $248 a square foot. Over the past year 10 homes sold at a median of $483,500, with sellers collecting about 98% of asking — a sign of realistic pricing rather than bidding frenzy. With a median of 72.5 days on market, buyers have time to think, which is a different rhythm than the beach markets over on Lido Key or the walkable Rosemary District.
The Trails is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$497,000 – $497K price range
2,142 sqft median home
$55/mo median HOA
8 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in The Trails
Every active listing inside the The Trails boundary
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The numbers that matter
The The Trails market
8
Sold, last 12 months
$479,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
24 days
Median time to sell
The Trails vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 21.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the The Trails boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools The Trails is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median The Trails home
≈ $3,133/mo
$497,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$55/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
723
Median age
45
Median income
$95,302
Median home value
$376,500
Beyond the listings
Living in The Trails
Emotional
Top 1% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Beliefs
Top 1% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Appearance oriented
Top 1% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Attitudes
Top 3% in the U.S.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.
Lifestyles
Top 4% in the U.S.Daily Grind
Whether throwing punches at the boxing club or punching the clock at work, this population likes to talk about their hard work.
Food & Drink
Top 4% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Straight answers
The Trails FAQs
Is The Trails a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quiet, established residential setting with larger homes and a light-touch HOA. The neighborhood sits within reach of Sarasota's coast and culture while keeping an unhurried, settled feel. If you prefer more walkable, urban energy, areas like the Rosemary District may fit better.
Is The Trails expensive?+
It lands in the mid-market for Sarasota, with a median list price of $545,995 and homes averaging $248 per square foot. The 12-month median sold price was lower at $483,500, so realistic negotiating room exists. That's considerably more accessible than coastal enclaves like Lido Key.
What do homes cost in The Trails?+
Current active listings range from $517,000 to $574,990, with a median list of $545,995 for a home around 2,198 square feet. Over the past year, 10 homes sold at a median of $483,500. Inventory is thin, so pricing can shift with just a listing or two.
How is the market in The Trails?+
It's a small, steady market — just two active listings against 10 sales over the last 12 months. Homes take a median of 72.5 days to sell, and sellers average about 98% of asking, pointing to measured, well-priced deals. Buyers here generally have time to make careful decisions.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $55 a month, which is modest for the space you get. Median property taxes come in around $5,124 a year. Together those keep ongoing ownership costs reasonable compared to many amenity-heavy Sarasota communities.
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