Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lake Sarasota
Space, water and easy access east of the city
24
Homes for sale
$450,000
Median list price
$277
Avg price / sqft
78
Median days on market
Lake Sarasota sits inland from the coast, a quieter pocket of Sarasota where lots run larger and life feels less packed-in than the beachside neighborhoods. You get a mix of pool homes and waterfront parcels, an easy drive to the bay, and the kind of everyday practicality that families and first-time buyers appreciate. It's the sort of place where you trade a bit of walkability for room to breathe.
The market here reads as approachable relative to Sarasota's coastal enclaves. With 25 active listings and a median list price of $450,000, you have real choices across price points, and homes are taking their time — a median 77 days on market means buyers can negotiate rather than scramble. If you're weighing this against the beach lifestyle of Lido Key or the arts-district energy of the Rosemary District, Lake Sarasota is the value-conscious inland alternative — much like nearby Sky Ranch.
Lake Sarasota is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,900 – $1.3M price range
1,715 sqft median home
$169/mo median HOA
$2,575/mo median rent
75 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Sarasota
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$450,000
6535 JARVIS ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,422 sqft
$890,000
4627 TRAILS DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,407 sqft
$445,000
6553 SAMOA DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft
$430,000
4063 PALAU DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,440 sqft
$199,900
7214 CLOISTER DRIVE UNIT 7214, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 sqft
$360,000
4057 VANA DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,208 sqft
$333,000$339,000
4153 LANCASTER DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,481 sqft
$480,000
4212 PARRY DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,791 sqft
$352,500$360,000
7000 BRENTFORD ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,240 sqft
$969,000
4575 SATINLEAF LANE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,962 sqft
$385,000
6515 MAUNA LOA BOULEVARD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,773 sqft
$209,000$225,000
7234 CLOISTER DRIVE UNIT 7234, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lake Sarasota boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lake Sarasota market
75
Sold, last 12 months
$399,900
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
36 days
Median time to sell
Lake Sarasota vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 7.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Sarasota boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lake Sarasota is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Sarasota home
≈ $3,114/mo
$450,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$169/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,575/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
4,863
Median age
38
Median income
$101,399
Median home value
$368,249
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Sarasota
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% 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 10% in the U.S.Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Beliefs
Top 11% 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.
Relationships
Top 12% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 12% 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.
Straight answers
Lake Sarasota FAQs
Is Lake Sarasota a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for buyers who want more space and a quieter setting while staying close to the coast. Homes here feed into Sarasota High School, Sarasota Middle School, and Lakeview Elementary, and you're a short drive from the bay and downtown. Compared to walkable coastal spots like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, the trade is quiet inland living for beachside proximity.
Is Lake Sarasota expensive?+
It's one of the more attainable Sarasota-area options, with a median list price of $450,000 and a median sold price of $399,900 over the past year. Listings span from $199,900 to $1,349,000, so there's genuine range — only two active homes sit above $1M. That's a notable discount to the Gulf-front neighborhoods.
What do homes cost in Lake Sarasota?+
Expect to pay around $278 per square foot, with the typical home near 1,656 sqft landing at a $450,000 list price. Entry-level listings start close to $199,900, while the ceiling for larger or waterfront properties reaches into the seven figures. Ten pool homes and five waterfront listings are currently on the market.
How is the market right now?+
It favors patient buyers. There are 25 active listings, homes take a median 77 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 97% of asking — so there's room to negotiate. With 75 homes sold in the past year, it's a steady, liquid market rather than a frenzied one.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs are reasonable, with a median HOA around $169/month and median property taxes near $4,288/year. Only four of the current active listings are in gated communities, so many homes carry lower or no HOA obligations. For renters, the median rent runs about $2,575/month.
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