$1,095,116Average Value$607Average Price per Sq Ft57Homes For Sale
Beachfront community with rich arts and culture scene
A beachfront cultural hub, South Sarasota is a neighborhood within the city of Sarasota, a coveted Gulf Coast community occupied primarily by retirees. Bordered to the west by Roberts Bay and to the east by Phillippi Creek, waterfront access defines the lifestyle here. Many residents enjoy luxuries like boating to nearby islands for dinner at waterfront restaurants on award-winning beaches. Sarasota itself is renowned for its rich arts and culture scene, serving as the original home of such household names as the Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus, the Sarasota County Fair and the Asolo Repertory Theatre. The circus is now home to an esteemed art museum, the fair draws crowds from across southern Florida and the repertory theatre is the largest of its kind in the southeastern US. “Between the weather, the cultural opportunities, cleanliness, the safety and the coastal proximity, you just can’t beat it,” says lifelong resident and Realtor, Carolyn Allen of Sunset Realty. “It’s a great place to live.”
Local parks and proximity to Siesta Key
For some time outdoors, locals stop by Red Rock Park, which has soccer fields, playgrounds and picnic tables, which sit beneath pavilions or sprawling oak trees. Also popular is the nearby Phillippi Estate Park, which spans 60 acres and features a historic mansion, trails, fishing piers and a kayak launch. On the south end of South Sarasota, the Phillippi Harbor Club allows residents with boats to explore Phillippi Creek and Roberts Bay—and a membership also includes fuel, access to fish-cleaning stations, lockers, work racks, grills and picnic tables. The Siesta Key, a barrier island with public access beaches, is known nationally for its 99% pure quartz sand, which is especially soft and always cool to the touch. Locals enjoy lounging beneath the clear Siesta Key skies, admiring the bright blue waters and enjoying beachfront dining options. which range from casual hotdog stands to upscale oyster bars.
South Sarasota residents can watch beautiful sunsets at the nearby Gulf beaches.
South Sarasota is just minutes from the popular Siesta Beach.
Philippi Estate Park is a popular location to walk dogs and exercise near South Sarasota.
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Modern bungalows, ranch-style homes and traditional-style estates
Home to cozy modern bungalows, Spanish- and Tudor-inspired ranch-style homes and multi-story traditional-style and Mediterranean-influenced estates, South Sarasota has a little bit of everything when it comes to real estate. Houses throughout South Sarasota on well-manicured green lawns accented by palm trees, while those in the west end contour the coast of Roberts Bay. The average sales price in South Sarasota is about $1.7 million, but price points can range from $450,000 to upwards of $10 million depending on size and location. Coastal proximity determines price here, with houses on the west end consistently listing in the millions and lower prices being available for homes in South Sarasota’s interior. For example, minimalist four-bedroom bungalows east of Highway 41 can start around $450,000 while a six-bedroom luxury waterfront estate, complete with a pool, spas and private dock can go for upwards of 10 million dollars. “Demand in South Sarasota is consistently high,” says Allen, “and that’s due to the weather, coastal proximity and cultural opportunities. People come here to visit and they just keep coming back.”
South Sarasota features quiet residential streets with attractive single-family homes.
South Sarasota has many large custom homes on sizeable properties.
South Sarasota borders Roberts Bay, allowing for many waterfront properties with boating access.
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Arts and culture in Sarasota
“There’s something to do every weekend October through April here,” says Allen, noting the city’s many cultural institutions, like the Sarasota Orchestra, the Asolo Repertory Theatre and the Ringling Museum of Art and Circus Museum. The Sarasota Orchestra is the oldest in Florida, and is also home to the world-renowned Sarasota Music Festival, which attracts musicians from around the world for this three-week event each year. The Asolo Repertory Theater puts on plays and musicals from November to June, while also serving as an acting conservatory for student-actors in training. For a touch of magic, head over to The Ringling Museum of Art, a nearly 100-year-old cultural institution featuring both permanent collections and special exhibitions, which pay tribute to the history of the circus and circus arts. Just north of South Sarasota, the Sarasota Fairgrounds hosts year-round cultural events, including public performances by the 'Showfolks of Sarasota,' a members-only social organization for circus performers. Each fall, the fairgrounds also hosts the SunCoast Renaissance Festival, complete with live music, dancing, jousting, food and artisan merchants too. Around the December holiday-season, the fairgrounds play host to the Atomic Holiday Bazaar, an annual craft fair and Sarasota shopping tradition. In March, it's time for the good old Sarasota County Fair, complete with livestock competitions, beauty pageants, food, games and carnival rides too.
Seafood restaurants and shopping at Crossings at Siesta Key
When it’s time to grab a bite to eat, locals like Walt’s Fish Market, a casual spot that’s been serving fresh fish for over 100 years; Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar, a waterfront restaurant with seafood and Southern fare; and Demetrio’s Restaurant & Pizza, a laid-back Italian joint with pizza and subs among their many lunch specials. To get their shopping done, they head to the nearby mall Crossings at Siesta Key, which has several shops including a Macy’s in addition to various restaurants, a movie theater and an LA Fitness, and for groceries, they shop at Trader Joe’s, Publix or ALDI. Residents with and without boats enjoy the shopping and dining villages of nearby islands like Siesta Key, St. Armands and Lito Key. “There’s plenty of places to take your boat,” says Allen. “You can get to downtown Tampa or St. Petersburg in under an hour.”
Philippi Creek Oyster Bar is a popular restaurant in South Sarasota.
Walt's Fish Market in South Sarasota has an outdoor bar and dining patio.
Some South Sarasota residents shop for groceries at Trader Joe's.
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Highly rated schools in South Sarasota
Students in South Sarasota attend well-reviewed public schools, like Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle and Riverview High School, all of which scored A’s or A-minuses from educational review site, Niche. All three schools also offer International Baccalaureate Programs, and Riverview High School is particularly esteemed, having been named one of America’s Best Schools in 2015 and the 2016 Reader’s Choice Best Local High School in Sarasota by Newsweek.
Philippi Shores Elementary is located in South Sarasota.
Brookside Middle School is a public school in South Sarasota.
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Parks in this Area
Bee Ridge Park
Phillippi Estate Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Arlington Park pond & nature walk
Phillippi Mansion
Red Rock Park
Bonita Park
Transit
Airport
Sarasota/Bradenton International
18 min drive
Bus
S Tamiami Trl & Phillippi St
Bus
S Tamiami Trl & Hansen St
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S Tamiami Trl & Worrington St
Bus
S Tamiami Trl & Field Rd
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S Tamiami Trl & Proctor Rd
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S Tamiami Trl & N Lake Shore Dr
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S Tamiami Trl & Carmilfra Way
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Sarasota
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Sarasota, Sarasota sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Sarasota, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $1,427,524, down 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
3,887
Median Age
48
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,083
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,314
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
45.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21%
% Population in Labor Force
55%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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