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š” Sarasota Real Estate Market Update ā December 2025
Sales Rise, Prices Adjust, and Inventory Defines a More Balanced Market
The Sarasota County real estate market closed out December 2025 with strong year-over-year sales growth, continued price recalibration, and shifting inventory levels that are creating clearer opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
Buyer demand remains steadyāespecially in the single-family segmentāwhile the condo and townhome market continues to offer increased negotiating leverage. Sellers are adjusting expectations, buyers are taking a more strategic approach, and Sarasota is moving further into a healthier, more balanced real estate environment.
According to Florida RealtorsĀ®, Sarasota County recorded:
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1,006 closed sales in December 2025
(711 single-family + 295 condos/townhomes)
While pricing has softened compared to last year, transaction activity remains strong as buyers respond to improved affordability, more inventory, and better overall selection.
š Sarasota Luxury Market: Demand Remains Lifestyle-Driven
Even with broader market normalization, Sarasotaās luxury real estate sector continues to be driven by lifestyle-focused buyers seeking waterfront, golf, and walkable coastal communities.
Key luxury trends remain consistent:
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Cash purchases remain a major role
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Prime coastal properties outperform the broader market
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Buyers prioritize location, condition, and long-term value
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122 homes sold for over $1 million
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100% of the top 10 luxury sales occurred in coastal communities
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Top sale: a waterfront residence in Sandy Hook for $10.5 million
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Other top coastal sales ranged from $5.35M to $10.5M
This continuing trend highlights unwavering demand for Gulf-front, bayfront, and walkable coastal properties.
December Sarasota Real Estate Market Trends ā Single-Family Homes
š Sarasota Single-Family Home Market ā December 2025
Sales Climb as Prices Ease and Inventory Tightens
Single-family homes powered Sarasotaās December performance, posting a major year-over-year increase in closed sales while prices adjusted modestly downward.
š Key December 2025 Single-Family Stats
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Closed Sales: 711 (+17.7% YoY)
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Paid in Cash: 275 (+3.4% YoY)
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Median Sale Price: $485,000 (ā¼ 8.3% YoY)
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Average Sale Price: $697,579 (ā¼ 5.3% YoY)
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Dollar Volume: $496.0 million (+11.5% YoY)
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Median % of Original List Price Received: 93.5%
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Median Time to Contract: 51 days (ā² 18.6%)
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Median Time to Sale: 89 days (ā² 8.5%)
Inventory & Supply
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New Pending Sales: 524 (+1.6% YoY)
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New Listings: 748 (ā¼ 18.7% YoY)
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Active Inventory: 3,211 (ā¼ 5.7% YoY)
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Months Supply of Inventory: 4.7 months (ā¼ 14.5% YoY)
š Market Insight
The single-family market remains competitive, with inventory tightening under five months of supply. While prices have normalized from last yearās highs, buyer demand remains strongāparticularly for well-priced homes in desirable Sarasota neighborhoods.
December Sarasota Real Estate Market Trendsā Condos and Townhomes
š¢ Sarasota Condo & Townhome Market ā December 2025
Buyer Leverage Expands as Inventory Builds
The condo and townhome market continues its recalibration, offering buyers more choice and stronger negotiating power as inventory expands.
š Key December 2025 Condo & Townhome Stats
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Closed Sales: 295 (+15.2% YoY)
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Paid in Cash: 190 (+9.8% YoY)
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Median Sale Price: $345,000 (ā¼ 10.2% YoY)
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Average Sale Price: $570,164 (ā¼ 32.4% YoY)
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Dollar Volume: $168.2 million (ā¼ 22.1% YoY)
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Median % of Original List Price Received: 92.2%
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Median Time to Contract: 59 days (ā¼ 11.9%)
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Median Time to Sale: 99 days (ā¼ 9.2%)
Inventory & Supply
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New Pending Sales: 247 (+19.9% YoY)
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New Listings: 383 (ā¼ 23.9% YoY)
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Pending Inventory: 461 (+6.0% YoY)
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Active Inventory: 2,231 (+12.3% YoY)
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Months Supply of Inventory: 8.1 months (+17.4% YoY)
š Market Insight
Condos and townhomes remain firmly in buyer-favored territory, with more than eight months of supply. Price adjustments have reset expectations, but rising pending sales show buyers are returningāespecially for updated, well-located properties priced realistically.
š Key Trends Driving the December 2025 Sarasota Market
šŗ 1. Sales Momentum Returned Strongly
Both property types posted double-digit sales growth, confirming Sarasota remains in demand.
š» 2. Prices Continue to Normalize
Median prices eased year-over-year, especially in condos, improving affordability.
š¦ 3. Inventory Defines Two Separate Markets
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Single-Family Homes: 4.7 months supply (balanced-to-seller leaning)
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Condos/Townhomes: 8.1 months supply (buyer-friendly)
šµ 4. Cash Buyers Still Anchor Demand
Cash purchases remain a stabilizing force across Sarasotaās lifestyle communities.
ā³ 5. Buyers Are Selective, Not Rushed
Homes are taking longer to go under contract, reflecting a more thoughtful buyer pool.
š What This Means for Buyers and Sellers in Sarasota
For Buyers
This market rewards preparation:
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More negotiating leverage
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Improved pricing opportunities
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Greater inventory selection
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Strong value in the condo segment
For Sellers
Homes are sellingābut strategy matters:
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Pricing correctly is essential
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Presentation and marketing drive results
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Lifestyle-focused neighborhoods still outperform
Sarasota Real Estate Market Reports
View the December Sarasota Real Estate Market Trends:
Sarasota real estate market December 2025 -Single family Homes
Sarasota real estate market December 2025 – Condos
š Market Update FAQs ā Sarasota County, December 2025
Is Sarasota a buyerās or sellerās market right now?
Sarasota is moving toward balance, with condos favoring buyers and single-family homes remaining more competitive.
Are Sarasota home prices going up or down?
Prices are adjusting modestly year-over-year, reflecting normalizationānot weakness.
How long are homes taking to sell?
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Single-family homes: 51 days to contract, 89 days to close
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Condos: 59 days to contract, 99 days to close
Are cash buyers still active?
Yesācash purchases remain significant, especially in condos and luxury communities.
Is now a good time to buy?
For many buyers, yes. More inventory and softer pricing create strong opportunities.
Should I sell now or wait?
Homes are still selling, especially those priced realistically in desirable neighborhoods.
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