By Pamela Williams, REALTOR® · September 19, 2026
Short answer: Sarasota County homes are selling faster than they have in a while, inventory is the tightest in our region, and prices are holding steady rather than climbing. Here are the August 2026 numbers and what I think they mean for you.
Is Sarasota County a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market Right Now?
For single-family homes, it leans toward sellers. Supply fell 28.8% to 3.7 months — the tightest of the three counties I cover (Manatee is at 3.9, Charlotte at 4.7). A common rule of thumb: under about 4 months favors sellers, 4 to 6 is balanced, and over 6 favors buyers.
Condos sit in the middle at 5.2 months, down 25.7%. That’s balanced territory, so condo buyers still have real choices.
How Fast Are Homes Selling in Sarasota County?
The median single-family home went under contract in 47 days, down 31.9% from last August — roughly three weeks faster. Condos took 83 days, 4.6% faster than a year ago.
These are county-wide numbers covering Sarasota, Osprey, Nokomis, Venice and North Port, and they say well-priced homes aren’t lingering.
Sarasota County at a glance, August 2026.
Are Sarasota Home Prices Going Up or Down?
Holding steady. The single-family median was $470,000, down 1.1%, on closed sales that were essentially flat (+0.8%). Condos did better: the median rose 3.3% to $310,000 and sales jumped 13.8%.
Faster sales with flat prices tells me buyers are active but disciplined. They’ll move quickly on a home that’s priced right — and skip one that isn’t.
What Would I Do in Your Shoes?
If you’re selling a single-family home, this is a strong setup: short supply and quick contracts. Just price it right from day one, because prices aren’t rising enough to bail out an ambitious list price.
If you’re buying, the 1.1% price dip gives you some room to negotiate on houses, and the condo market still offers plenty of choice. Get pre-approved first — the good ones are going in about six and a half weeks.
What Else Are People Asking About the Sarasota Market?
Is it a good time to sell a house in Sarasota County?
For single-family homes, conditions favor sellers: 3.7 months of supply and a 47-day median to contract in August 2026. Pricing correctly matters, since the median price dipped 1.1%.
What is the median home price in Sarasota County?
$470,000 for a single-family home in August 2026, down 1.1% from a year earlier. The median condo price was $310,000, up 3.3%.
How long does it take to sell a house in Sarasota?
The median single-family home went under contract in 47 days in August 2026, down 31.9% year-over-year. Closing typically adds another month or so.
Are Sarasota condo prices dropping?
Not in August 2026. The median condo price rose 3.3% to $310,000, and condo sales were up 13.8% from a year earlier.
Want to know what these numbers mean for your home in Sarasota, Osprey, Nokomis, Venice and North Port? Reach out or call me at 941.718.3669 — no pressure, just real information.
Pamela Williams, REALTOR®
Fine Properties — Lakewood Ranch, FL
Serving Palmetto, Parrish, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Osprey, Nokomis, Venice, North Port, Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda
Pamela has been helping buyers and sellers across SW Florida for over 10 years, with deep expertise in new construction, luxury mobile homes, investment properties, and Airbnb strategies.
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