Homes for sale in
Siesta Key, Florida
Barrier-island living on the Gulf coast
4
Homes for sale
$1,720,250
Median list price
$886
Avg price / sqft
163
Median days on market
Siesta Key is the barrier island off Sarasota known for its quartz-sand beaches and a slower, salt-air rhythm that never quite loses its vacation feel. Life here bends toward the water — days measured in tide charts and sunsets rather than commutes — and most of what buyers chase are the waterfront homes and homes with water views that define the island. It sits within Sarasota County, with downtown Tampa roughly 73 minutes north when you need the city.
The market here is small and skews high: just 4 active listings right now, with a median list price around $1.72M and 3 of the 4 sitting above the million-dollar mark. Inventory moves slowly — a median 162 days on market — and over the past year 14 homes sold at a median of $1.24M, with sellers netting about 94% of asking. If the top of the market is beyond you, it's worth watching the luxury homes ($1m+) alongside the occasional townhomes & condos that broaden the entry points.
Siesta Key is in Sarasota County, Florida.
Quick facts
$520,000 – $4.9M price range
2,168 sqft median home
$8,500/mo median rent
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The numbers that matter
The Siesta Key market
Seller’s market
2.7 months of inventory
Homes sell fast and inventory is thin — buyers should come prepared.
14
Sold, last 12 months
$1,242,500
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 days
Median time to sell
Siesta Key vs Sarasota County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 235.0% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 14.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Siesta Key, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
Siesta Key neighborhoods
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Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
High school
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Siesta Key
Small, high-end inventory
With only 4 active listings and three of them above $1M, the island rewards buyers who are ready to move when the right home appears.
Water is the draw
Three of the four current listings are waterfront, and water views are the reason most buyers look here in the first place.
Homes take their time
The median listing sits 162 days on market, so patient buyers often have room to negotiate rather than rush.
A range of housing types
Active inventory spans single-family homes, a condominium, and a villa, giving buyers a few different ways onto the island.
Sarasota schools nearby
Assigned schools include Phillippi Shores and Southside Elementary, Brookside and Sarasota Middle, and Sarasota High.
Population
5,690
Median age
66
Median income
$119,427
Median home value
$954,300
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 13% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Culture
Top 16% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Entertainment
Top 19% 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.
Entertainment
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Siesta Key home
≈ $12,141/mo
$1,720,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
100%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$8,500/mo
Median rent
1 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Siesta Key real estate FAQs
Is Siesta Key a good place to live?+
It's a barrier-island community built around beach and water life, with an easygoing pace and Sarasota's amenities just across the bridge. Families are zoned to well-known mainland schools like Phillippi Shores Elementary and Sarasota High, and downtown Tampa is about 73 minutes away for bigger-city needs.
Is Siesta Key expensive?+
Yes — it's one of the pricier pockets of Sarasota County, with a median list price near $1.72M and current listings running from $520,000 up to $4.9M. Average price per square foot sits around $886, so you're paying a premium for island location and water access.
What do homes cost on Siesta Key?+
Over the last 12 months, 14 homes sold at a median price of $1.24M, while active listings carry a higher median of about $1.72M. If you're working below that, keep an eye on townhomes & condos, where entry points can start closer to the $520,000 low end of the market.
How is the Siesta Key market right now?+
It's a small, slow-moving market — just 4 active listings and a median 162 days on market — which gives serious buyers negotiating leverage. Sellers have been getting about 94% of asking over the past year, so realistic offers below list price are landing. Watching the just reduced listings is a good way to spot flexibility.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Expect meaningful carrying costs: the median HOA runs about $1,546 a month and the median annual property tax is around $15,854. Those numbers vary a lot by property type, so factor them into your budget alongside the purchase price on any single-family homes you consider.
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