Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Siesta Beach
Quartz-white sand and a barrier-island pace
31
Homes for sale
$1,224,000
Median list price
$675
Avg price / sqft
63
Median days on market
Siesta Beach sits on one of Florida's best-known barrier islands, where the sand is famously soft and white and the days revolve around the water. This is a place where waterfront living isn't a luxury add-on — 19 of the 31 active listings sit on the water, and 17 come with a pool, so morning swims and boat access are part of the routine rather than the exception. If you want a broader look at the region, the Sarasota homes for sale market surrounds you, from Lido Key to the north to the historic pockets of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores.
For a buyer today, this is a premium coastal market and the numbers reflect it: the median list price is $1,224,000, with 18 of the active listings priced above $1 million. Homes take a median of 63 days to sell and sellers are getting about 92% of asking, so there's room to negotiate if you come prepared. With only 31 active listings and 46 sales over the past year, inventory is thin — worth watching adjacent options like Sky Ranch or the walkable Rosemary District if you want more choice.
Siesta Beach is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$5,000 – $5.4M price range
1,908 sqft median home
$1,205/mo median HOA
$5,663/mo median rent
47 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Siesta Beach
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$2,950,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 611, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,625 sqft
$1,295,000
734 BIRDSONG LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,890 sqft
$115,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 410, Weeks 4-7, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,900 sqft
$100,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 402, Weeks 10-13, SARASOTA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,750 sqft
$75,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 504, Weeks 6-7, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,780 sqft
$60,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 511, Weeks 16-17, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,625 sqft
$1,450,000
622 TROPICAL CIRCLE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,916 sqft
$5,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 613, Weeks 32-33, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,460 sqft
$999,900
783 BIRDSONG LANE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,905 sqft
$1,895,000
565 COMMONWEALTH PLACE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,849 sqft
$1,600,000
810 PLYMOUTH STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,165 sqft
$48,000
915 SEASIDE DRIVE UNIT 312, Weeks 16-17, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 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
47
Sold, last 12 months
$1,075,000
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
100 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
▲ 36.8% 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
≈ $8,451/mo
$1,224,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,205/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$5,663/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?+
If you want a barrier-island lifestyle centered on the water, it's hard to beat — 19 of the 31 current listings are waterfront and 17 have pools. The pace is relaxed and coastal, with the wider Sarasota homes for sale market and its dining and culture just across the bridge. Families draw from Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High.
Is Siesta Beach expensive?+
Yes — this is a premium market with a median list price of $1,224,000 and 18 of 31 active listings priced above $1 million. Median rent runs about $5,663 a month, so both buying and renting sit at the higher end of Sarasota. If you want more entry points, nearby areas like Sky Ranch can offer alternatives.
What do homes cost in Siesta Beach?+
Active listings range widely, from around $5,000 up to $5,392,000, with a median list of $1,224,000 and an average of $675 per square foot on a median home size of 1,908 square feet. Over the past year, 46 homes sold at a median price of $1,137,500.
How is the Siesta Beach market right now?+
It's a measured, thin-inventory market: 31 homes are active and 46 sold over the past 12 months, with a median of 63 days on market. Sellers are averaging 92% of asking, so well-prepared buyers have room to negotiate rather than face bidding wars.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here runs about $1,205 a month, reflecting the waterfront and condo-heavy mix, while median property taxes come in around $7,039 a year. Both vary by property type, so factor them into your monthly budget alongside the purchase price.
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