Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores
Bayfront living between downtown and the Gulf
48
Homes for sale
$806,735
Median list price
$686
Avg price / sqft
90
Median days on market
Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores sits along Sarasota Bay north of downtown, a quiet residential pocket close to the water and the city's cultural corridor. It's the kind of established neighborhood where you can be at Lido Key beaches or the galleries and restaurants of the Rosemary District in minutes. The scale is intimate and walkable, with easy reach to Five Points at the heart of downtown Sarasota.
For buyers, this is a move-up market: there are 56 active listings with a median list price of $744,000, so expect a mix that leans toward the upper end of Sarasota pricing. Inventory gives you real choice, and comparing options across greater Sarasota homes for sale helps frame value. Work with an agent who knows how these bayside blocks trade, because street-by-street differences matter here.
Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,000 – $22M price range
1,920 sqft median home
$493/mo median HOA
$2,800/mo median rent
70 sold in 12 months
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Homes for sale in Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores
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$675,000
4950 REMINGTON DRIVE UNIT 412, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 sqft
$628,800
4950 REMINGTON DRIVE UNIT 203, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 sqft
$600,000
5201 STEVENS DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,016 sqft
$599,000
4950 REMINGTON DRIVE UNIT 105, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 sqft
$437,000
4950 REMINGTON DRIVE UNIT 401, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 851 sqft
$863,570
4950 REMINGTON DRIVE UNIT 302, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft
$549,000$575,000
831 40TH STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,286 sqft
$520,000
1709 N TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 505, SARASOTA
1 bd · 2 ba · 855 sqft
$444,000
1703 N TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 306, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 810 sqft
$2,995,000
320 RINGLING POINT DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,106 sqft
$559,000$589,000
831 HIGHLAND STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,519 sqft
$1,195,000
1041 INDIAN BEACH DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,800 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores market
70
Sold, last 12 months
$617,500
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 days
Median time to sell
Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
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Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
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Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
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What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores home
≈ $5,552/mo
$806,735 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$493/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,193
Median age
51
Median income
$82,133
Median home value
$455,294
Beyond the listings
Living in Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Culture
Top 5% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 9% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Beliefs
Top 17% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Lifestyles
Top 21% in the U.S.LGBTQ Culture
This population is characterized by the expression of gay pride, gender identity, and accepting alternative lifestyles.
Beliefs
Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Straight answers
Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores FAQs
Is Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want an established bayside neighborhood with quick access to downtown and the beach. You're close to Lido Key for the Gulf and to Five Points for city life, all within a compact, residential setting. It suits buyers who value location and character over new construction.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It sits on the higher end of the Sarasota market, with a median list price of $744,000 across 56 active listings. Compared to the broader Sarasota homes for sale market, this is a move-up neighborhood, so budget accordingly and lean on comps for individual streets.
What do homes cost in Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores?+
Current active listings carry a median list price of $744,000, with 56 homes on the market to choose from. Detailed price-per-square-foot and size figures aren't available right now, so a walkthrough of active inventory is the best way to gauge value.
How is the market right now?+
There are 56 active listings, which gives buyers meaningful selection in a neighborhood this size. Days-on-market and recent sold data aren't currently reported, so treat pricing as list-driven and verify trends with a local agent before making an offer.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and property tax figures aren't available in the current data for Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, which is common for an established neighborhood with varied ownership. Confirm any HOA obligations and the exact tax bill on a specific property during due diligence, since they vary parcel by parcel.
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