Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Fishermens Bay
Coastal calm minutes from the Sarasota bayfront
1
Homes for sale
$1,468,000
Median list price
$445
Avg price / sqft
402
Median days on market
Fishermens Bay is a small, low-key pocket on Sarasota's coastal edge, the kind of place where a short drive puts you near the beaches of Lido Key, the arts energy of the Rosemary District, and the quiet residential streets around Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores. Homes here run large and comfortable — the median size is 3,300 square feet — and the neighborhood feeds into Brookside Middle and Riverview High. It reads as a settled, single-family enclave rather than a busy destination, which is exactly the appeal for buyers who want space near the water without the crowds.
The market is genuinely tight: there's just one active listing today, priced at $1,468,000, so buyers should expect limited choice and be ready to move when the right property appears. Over the past year only three homes changed hands, at a median sold price of $2,225,000, and sellers averaged 93% of asking — a sign that pricing conversations here are real, not automatic. If nothing in Fishermens Bay fits, it's worth widening the search across Sarasota homes for sale to keep your options open.
Fishermens Bay is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,468,000 – $1.5M price range
3,300 sqft median home
$125/mo median HOA
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Fishermens Bay
Every active listing inside the Fishermens Bay boundary
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Browse Fishermens Bay
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Fishermens Bay market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$2,225,000
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
22 days
Median time to sell
Fishermens Bay vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Fishermens Bay boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Fishermens Bay is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Fishermens Bay home
≈ $8,934/mo
$1,468,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$125/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
237
Median age
77
Median income
$85,339
Median home value
$298,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Fishermens Bay
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Culture
Top 11% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 17% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 17% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% 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.
Beliefs
Top 20% 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.
Straight answers
Fishermens Bay FAQs
Is Fishermens Bay a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quiet, spacious coastal setting close to Sarasota's beaches and cultural core. Homes are large — a 3,300-square-foot median — and the area is assigned to Brookside Middle and Riverview High. Its location near Lido Key gives you Gulf access without living in a tourist zone.
Is Fishermens Bay expensive?+
Yes — this is an upper-tier corner of Sarasota. The single active listing is priced at $1,468,000, and homes that sold over the past year did so at a median of $2,225,000. Every active listing here currently sits in the $1M-plus range.
What do homes cost in Fishermens Bay?+
Current pricing centers around $445 per square foot, and the lone active listing is at $1,468,000 for roughly 3,300 square feet. Recent sales have landed higher, with a median sold price of $2,225,000, so the range reflects both list and closed activity. For more inventory at varying price points, browse the broader Sarasota homes for sale.
How is the market in Fishermens Bay?+
It's a thin, slow-moving market — just one home is active and only three sold in the past twelve months. Days on market can stretch long, with the current listing showing 402 days, and sellers have averaged 93% of asking price. Patience and sharp pricing analysis both matter here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is about $125 per month, which is light for this price range. Property taxes run higher, with a median around $10,372 per year, reflecting the home values in the area. Both figures are worth confirming per property, since assessments and dues vary.
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