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Sarasota Real Estate Market Update – January 2026
Sales Hold Steady, Inventory Tightens, and Pricing Rebalances Across Sarasota County
The January 2026 Sarasota County real estate market reflects a more strategic and data-driven environment as we enter peak season. Sales activity remains steady, inventory has shifted meaningfully in the single-family segment, and condo pricing continues to recalibrate.
According to Florida Realtors® January 2026 data, Sarasota recorded:
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787 total closed sales
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523 single-family homes
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264 condos & townhomes
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Buyer demand remains present — but pricing, presentation, and property type are defining performance.
💎 Sarasota Luxury Market: Demand Remains Lifestyle-Driven
While median pricing adjusted, Sarasota’s luxury and coastal markets remain lifestyle-driven. Waterfront homes, golf course properties, and walkable downtown residences continue to attract discretionary buyers seeking long-term value and quality of life.
Furthermore, high-end buyers remain focused on: location, condition, updated interiors, hurricane resilience and amenity access. Highlights include:
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110 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 Gulf front residence on Longboat Key for $7.65 million
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Other top coastal sales ranged from $4.175M to $7.65M
This continuing trend highlights unwavering demand for Gulf-front, bayfront, and walkable coastal properties.
Sarasota remains one of Florida’s most desirable destinations for a second home or vacation property thanks to its blend of Gulf-front beaches, vibrant arts and culture, championship golf, and year-round outdoor living. Buyers appreciate the walkable downtown, waterfront dining, boating access, and diverse housing options ranging from luxury beachfront condos to gated golf community residences. Combined with Florida’s tax advantages and strong long-term demand, Sarasota offers both lifestyle appeal and investment stability for seasonal homeowners.
January Sarasota Real Estate Market Trends – Single-Family Homes
🏠 Sarasota Single-Family Housing Market – January 2026
The single-family segment is tightening, with declining inventory and steady sales.
📊 Key January 2026 Single-Family Stats
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Closed Sales: 523 (+0.6% YoY)
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Cash Sales: 238 (–7.4% YoY)
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Median Sale Price: $490,000 (–7.5% YoY)
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Average Sale Price: $724,234 (–4.0% YoY)
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Dollar Volume: $378.8 million (–3.5% YoY)
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Median % of Original List Price Received: 93.7%
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Median Time to Contract: 48 days (+6.7% YoY)
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Median Time to Sale: 96 days (+12.9% YoY)
📦 Inventory & Supply
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New Pending Sales: 803 (+16.4% YoY)
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New Listings: 1,166 (–19.7% YoY)
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Active Inventory: 3,444 (–13.7% YoY)
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Months Supply of Inventory: 5.0 months (down from 6.4)
📝 Notable Trends – Single-Family
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Inventory dropped sharply (–13.7%).
This is one of the most important shifts month-over-month and year-over-year. -
Pending sales jumped 16.4%.
A strong leading indicator heading into spring. -
Prices adjusted but remain elevated historically.
The median price eased 7.5% year-over-year, reflecting normalization rather than distress. -
Supply now sits at 5.0 months.
Sarasota’s single-family market is approaching balanced conditions.
Well-priced homes in coastal, golf, and lifestyle communities continue to outperform broader averages.
January Sarasota Real Estate Market Trends– Condos and Townhomes
🏢 Sarasota Condo & Townhome Market – January 2026
The condo segment remains more buyer-favorable, though sales activity improved.
📊 Key January 2026 Condo & Townhome Stats
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Closed Sales: 264 (+9.1% YoY)
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Cash Sales: 182 (+11.0% YoY)
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Median Sale Price: $314,175 (–9.5% YoY)
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Average Sale Price: $496,265 (–32.2% YoY)
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Dollar Volume: $131.0 million (–26.1% YoY)
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Median % of Original List Price Received: 92.2%
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Median Time to Contract: 66 days (+24.5% YoY)
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Median Time to Sale: 110 days (+27.9% YoY)
📦 Inventory & Supply
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New Pending Sales: 391 (+41.2% YoY)
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New Listings: 753 (–11.3% YoY)
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Active Inventory: 2,449 (–0.6% YoY)
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Months Supply of Inventory: 8.9 months (up from 8.5)
📝 Notable Trends – Condos
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Pending contracts surged 41.2%.
Buyers are re-engaging at adjusted price points. -
Median prices declined 9.5%.
Affordability has improved compared to 2025. -
Market time increased.
Buyers are deliberate and selective. -
Months supply remains elevated at 8.9 months.
This continues to favor buyers in negotiation.
🔎 Key January 2026 Sarasota Market Trends
1️⃣ The Market Has Split Into Two Distinct Speeds
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Single-family: Inventory tightening, approaching balance.
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Condos: Elevated supply, stronger buyer leverage.
2️⃣ New Listings Are Declining
Both segments saw double-digit declines in new listings — a critical trend that could influence pricing stability later in 2026.
3️⃣ Pending Sales Signal a Strong Spring
Pending activity rose significantly in both property types, suggesting forward momentum.
4️⃣ Buyers Are Strategic
Homes are taking longer to go under contract, reinforcing the importance of competitive pricing.
5️⃣ Cash Still Matters
Cash purchases remain meaningful, especially in the condo segment and lifestyle communities.
📌 What This Means for Buyers
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Condo buyers have negotiation leverage.
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Single-family buyers should act decisively on well-priced properties.
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Improved inventory positioning creates opportunity.
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Spring demand may compress supply further.
📌 What This Means for Sellers
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Pricing realistically is essential.
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Overpricing results in extended market time.
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Lifestyle communities continue to outperform.
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Presentation and marketing strategy matter more than ever.
Sarasota Real Estate Market Reports
View the January Sarasota Real Estate Market Trends:
Sarasota real estate market January 2026 – Single Family Homes
Sarasota Real Estate Market January 2026 – Condos
Sarasota Real Estate Market FAQs – January 2026
Is Sarasota a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Single-family homes are approaching balance (5.0 months supply). Condos remain buyer-favored (8.9 months supply).
Are home prices dropping in Sarasota?
Prices have adjusted year-over-year, reflecting normalization. There are no signs of distress-driven selling.
Is inventory rising or falling?
Single-family inventory declined 13.7%. Condo inventory is relatively flat year-over-year.
Are buyers still active?
Yes. Pending sales increased sharply in both segments.
Is now a good time to buy in Sarasota?
For many buyers, yes — especially in the condo segment where pricing has recalibrated.
Bottom Line – January 2026 Sarasota Housing Market
Sarasota’s housing market is not slowing — it is stabilizing.
✔️ Sales remain steady
✔️ Inventory is tightening in single-family
✔️ Condo pricing is resetting
✔️ Pending activity signals continued demand
This is a strategic market that rewards informed buyers and disciplined sellers.
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