Area Guide
Siesta Key
World-famous white sand beaches
About Siesta Key
Siesta Key is an eight-mile barrier island off Sarasota, reached by two bridges and built around a beach that is repeatedly ranked among the best in the country. The sand is the reason: it is almost pure quartz, ground fine over millions of years, and it stays cool underfoot in August when nothing else in Florida does. Three public beaches divide the island. Siesta Beach anchors the north end with the pavilion, the courts and the crowds; Crescent Beach runs south of it in a quieter arc; and Turtle Beach, at the far south end, trades white sand for a coarser shell mix, deeper water close in, and the island's only campground. Point of Rocks, the limestone outcrop at the south end of Crescent, is where the snorkeling is. Residentially the island reads in three layers. The Gulf front is condominium territory, much of it built between the 1960s and the 1980s and held tightly by owners who have been here for decades. Behind it sit the canal-front single-family homes, most with a dock and Intracoastal access. Siesta Key Village on the north end keeps the whole thing walkable, low-rise and deliberately unpolished, which is a large part of why people who buy here stop looking anywhere else.
Sold + Pending Activity
Siesta Key Closed Market Snapshot
Averages across 608 sold and 50 pending listings in the Siesta Key submarket. Pre-list and withdrawn activity excluded. Price range: $240,000 – $29,995,000.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Price | $1,489,516 |
| Average Price / Sq Ft | $690 |
| Average Year Built | 1978 |
| Average Living Area | 1,919 sq ft |
| Average Days on Market | 110 days |
Data sourced from Stellar MLS via the Adamson Group data pipeline. Last updated September 10, 2026.
Active Market Snapshot
Siesta Key Active Inventory & Recent Sales
A live snapshot of the Siesta Key luxury real estate market, built directly from the Sarasota MLS feed and refreshed regularly. Data through September 10, 2026.
Active Inventory
- Active Listings
- 273
- Median List Price
- $1,150,000
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- $764
- Waterfront Share
- 54%
Of 273 active listings, 148 are waterfront (54%) and 47 are new construction built in 2020 or later (17%).
Active Inventory by Price Band
| Price Band | Active Listings |
|---|---|
| Under $900k | 115 |
| $900k – $1.5M | 52 |
| $1.5M – $3M | 44 |
| $3M and above | 62 |
Recent Sold Activity (Last 90 Days)
- Sold Listings
- 111
- Median Sold Price
- $1,000,000
- Median Days on Market
- 106
- Sale-to-List Ratio
- 88.4%
Most Recent Sold Comparables (Last 90 Days)
| Address | Sold | Date | Bd / Ba | Sq Ft | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 742 EDGEMERESIESTA ISLES | $1,525,000 | 2026-09-09 | 3 / 2 | 1,454 | 1964 |
| 70 AVENIDA VENECCIA #201(waterfront)SUNSET BEACH | $6,400,000 | 2026-09-08 | 4 / 4 | 3,348 | 2026 |
| 6934 BELGRAVE DR(waterfront)PRINCES GATE | $2,800,000 | 2026-09-08 | 4 / 6.5 | 4,652 | 1975 |
| 5920 MIDNIGHT PASS RD #501(waterfront)SARASOTA SURF & RACQUET | $1,800,000 | 2026-09-08 | 2 / 2 | 1,624 | 1971 |
| 1400 COVE II PL #631MIDNIGHT COVE II | $535,000 | 2026-09-08 | 2 / 1.5 | 860 | 1979 |
Active inventory and recent sold data sourced directly from the Sarasota Stellar MLS feed via the Adamson Group data pipeline. Geographic boundaries enforced via PostGIS: listings are assigned to Siesta Key based on actual coordinates, not just postal code. Data through September 10, 2026. All figures approximate and subject to change.
Condo Market by Era
Siesta Key Active Condos by Construction Era
Active condominium, villa, townhouse inventory in Siesta Key: 172 listings split across four construction eras. Newer towers carry a meaningful price premium; vintage mid-century buildings still dominate volume.
| Build Era | Active | Avg Price | Avg $/Sq Ft | Avg Living | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-1990Built before 1990 | 152 | $832,103 | $690 | 1,198sq ft | 132days |
| 1990 – 2005Built 1990 through 2005 | 4 | $1,438,475 | $723 | 1,999sq ft | 178days |
| 2006 – 2019Built 2006 through 2019 | 5 | $2,525,780 | $1,178 | 1,959sq ft | 248days |
| 2020 & NewerBuilt 2020 or newer | 11 | $4,692,636 | $1,490 | 3,298sq ft | 213days |
Scope: active condominium, villa, townhouse listings only. Single-family residences are excluded so the era-over-era price-per-square-foot comparison stays apples-to-apples. Data sourced from Stellar MLS via the Adamson Group data pipeline. Last updated September 10, 2026.
Typical Condo Dues
Monthly condo fees for active and recently sold Siesta Key condominiums, villas and townhouses, from the lowest-fee associations to full-service luxury buildings.
Median Monthly Dues
$1,261/ mo
Minimum
$208/ mo
Maximum
$8,995/ mo
Source: Stellar MLS via the Adamson Group data pipeline. Monthly condo dues only; entries under $100/mo are treated as data-entry errors and omitted. Figures approximate and vary by building, square footage and amenities.
Siesta Key Market Questions & FAQ
How much more does beachfront cost than bayfront on Siesta Key?
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Gulf-front / beachfront homes sell at a median $740 per sq ft versus $586 for bay- or canal-front — about a 26% waterfront premium (Stellar MLS, recent closed sales).
Is Siesta Key a buyer's or seller's market right now?
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With 273 active listings and roughly 40 closed sales a month (trailing 12 months), Siesta Key has about 6.8 months of supply — a balanced market (under 5 favors sellers, over 7 favors buyers).
What does a single-family home cost versus a condo on Siesta Key?
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Single-family homes sell around $1,525,000 ($643/sq ft), while condos, villas and townhouses sell around $680,000 ($587/sq ft).
What's the price range on Siesta Key?
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Active listings run from $240,000 to $29,995,000, with a median asking price of $1,150,000.
How quickly do homes sell on Siesta Key?
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Recently sold homes took a median 106 days on market and closed at 88.4% of original list price (trailing 90 days).
Can I keep a boat — how many Siesta Key homes have a dock?
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Of 148 active waterfront listings, 65 include a private dock; bay- and canal-front homes with a dock and lift command a clear premium over those without.
What are typical HOA and condo fees on Siesta Key?
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The median monthly condo fee is $1,261 and the median monthly association fee is $1,133.
What is the average home price on Siesta Key?
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As of September 10, 2026, the median list price across 273 active Siesta Key listings is $1,150,000, with a median sold price of $1,000,000 across the most recent closed sales. The market ranges widely — from village-adjacent condos to Gulf-front estates exceeding $5 million on the north end of the island. Data sourced from Stellar MLS via PostGIS-verified geographic boundaries.
Why is Siesta Key beach so famous?
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Siesta Key Beach is famous for its 99% pure quartz crystal sand, which stays cool even on the hottest days. It has been ranked the #1 beach in America multiple times by Dr. Beach and TripAdvisor. The wide, flat beach and calm Gulf waters make it ideal for families and visitors year-round.
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