Sarasota newspaper news events:
November’s data highlights the need to evaluate each segment of the housing market on its own. While
Sarasota experienced a notable increase in single-family home sales alongside softer condo activity,
Manatee County showed the opposite trend. These contrasting patterns reinforce the value of working
with local real estate professionals who understand the nuances of each market and can help buyers and
sellers navigate shifting conditions.
Key Trends in Sarasota/Manatee November 2025:
• Sales Activity: Sarasota County posted a 28.5 percent year‑over‑year increase in single‑family
home sales, while its townhouse/condo segment slipped 3.4 percent. Manatee County saw the
opposite pattern: single‑family sales fell 13.7 percent, but condo/townhouse sales grew 16.0
percent.
• Median Sales Price: Sarasota’s median sale prices declined for both property types. In Manatee
County, the median price for single‑family homes jumped 13.3 percent, while condo prices
remained almost consistent year-over-year.
• Inventory: Active listings rose in most segments. Sarasota condos reached an 8.1‑month supply
of inventory, while Manatee condos stood at 6.5 months. Sarasota single‑family homes had the
leanest inventory at 4.8 months.
• Speed of Sales: Homes generally took longer to sell compared with last year. Manatee condos
saw the biggest increase in time to contract and time to sale. Sarasota single‑family metrics were
relatively stable.
Single-Family Homes
In November 2025, Sarasota County reported 564 closed sales for single-family homes, a 28.5 percent
increase year-over-year. The median sale price declined 6.6 percent to $457,495, continuing a gradual
normalization from last year. Cash buyers made up 42.7 percent of all closed sales, while sellers received
a median of 93.3 percent of their original list price.
Inventory in Sarasota edged up 0.8 percent year-over-year to 3,245 active listings, while the months
supply of inventory decreased to 4.8 months, signaling modest tightening compared to October. Homes
took a median of 54 days to go under contract and 94 days to close.
In Manatee County, there were 548 single-family sales, representing a 13.7 percent decline year-overyear, reflecting a slower pace than October. The median sale price increased 13.3 percent to $487,233,
driven in part by a shift in the mix of homes sold. Cash sales accounted for 27.0 percent of transactions,
and sellers received 94.5 percent of their original list price.
Active listings in Manatee rose 8.4 percent year-over-year to 2,647 homes, with the months supply
holding firm at 4.2 months. Homes spent a median of 59 days to go under contract and 102 days to close.
“Sarasota and Manatee may share a border, but their single-family markets are behaving very
differently,” said Debi Reynolds, 2025 RASM President and Managing Broker at SaraBay Real Estate.
“That’s why working with a professional who understands local nuances is critical when making major
real-estate decisions.”
Townhomes and Condos
In November 2025, Sarasota County recorded 228 closed sales for condos and townhomes, a 3.4 percent
year-over-year decrease. The median sale price declined 11.8 percent to $329,500. Cash buyers accounted
for 62.3 percent of all condo transactions, and sellers received 92.0 percent of their original list price.
Active condo inventory in Sarasota rose to 2,203 units, while the months supply settled at 8.1 months.
The median time to contract was 61 days, and the median time to sale was 103 days, indicating slightly
faster movement than a year ago
Manatee County posted 189 closed sales in the condo and townhome segment, a 16.0 percent year-overyear increase. The median sale price dipped slightly 0.6 percent to $308,000, while cash sales made up
49.2 percent of all transactions. Sellers received 92.3 percent of their original list price.
Manatee’s condo inventory increased 3.4 percent year-over-year to 1,447 active listings, with the months
supply slightly increasing to 6.5 months. Homes took a median of 74 days to go under contract and 115
days to close, underscoring the slower pace and heightened competition among sellers.
“The condo and townhome market is clearly more supply-driven, especially in Sarasota County,” added
Reynolds. “Higher inventory levels mean buyers have more leverage, while sellers must be more strategic
to remain competitive.”
Summary
November’s figures underscore that there is no single narrative for the Sarasota–Manatee housing market.
Conditions vary significantly by county, property type, and even neighborhood, making it essential for
buyers and sellers to understand their specific market. REALTORS® play a key role in interpreting these
localized trends, helping consumers cut through broad headlines and make confident decisions tailored to
their unique goals and circumstances.
