Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lido Key
Beachfront living minutes from downtown Sarasota
53
Homes for sale
$899,999
Median list price
$1,000
Avg price / sqft
137
Median days on market
Lido Key is a barrier island off Sarasota's west coast, where the Gulf beaches sit a short drive from the shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle and the mainland. This is a walkable, water-first place — condos and single-family homes tucked between the beach and the bay, with quick access to Sarasota's downtown scene at Five Points and the Rosemary District. If you want beach mornings and mainland culture within the same hour, the island delivers both.
The market here rewards patience. With 55 active listings and a median list price of $899,999, buyers see a wide spread — from $325,000 condos to multi-million-dollar Gulf-front estates topping $14 million. Homes take a median 137 days to sell and sellers are getting about 91% of asking, so there's room to negotiate if you're prepared to move deliberately. Buyers comparing island life to mainland neighborhoods like Arlington Park or Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores will find Lido trades interior square footage for proximity to the water.
Lido Key is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$325,000 – $14M price range
1,421 sqft median home
$1,341/mo median HOA
$6,450/mo median rent
74 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lido Key
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$13,950,000
160 WHITTIER DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6 ba · 4,751 sqft
$9,800,000
1300 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1205 & 1206, SARASOTA
4 bd · 6 ba · 6,332 sqft
$4,600,000
161 TYLER DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6 ba · 4,265 sqft
$4,380,000
514 S BLVD OF THE PRESIDENTS, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,700 sqft
$1,300,000
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B308, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,700 sqft
$839,000
2110 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 104, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft
$715,000
800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 304, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$699,000
2100 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 205, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,172 sqft
$425,000
129 TYLER DRIVE UNIT 101, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 766 sqft
$325,000
170 ROOSEVELT DRIVE UNIT 8, SARASOTA
0 bd · 1 ba · 294 sqft
$685,000
1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 206, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,367 sqft
$369,900
845 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 402, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 756 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lido Key boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lido Key market
74
Sold, last 12 months
$1,300,000
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
77 days
Median time to sell
Lido Key vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lido Key boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lido Key is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lido Key home
≈ $7,025/mo
$899,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,341/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$6,450/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,257
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Lido Key
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Culture
Top 4% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Lifestyles
Top 12% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Straight answers
Lido Key FAQs
Is Lido Key a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want Gulf beaches and bay access with downtown Sarasota close by — the island connects to Five Points and St. Armands Circle within minutes. It's a water-oriented community rather than a big-lot suburb, so expect compact homes and condos near the sand. Assigned schools include Southside Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High.
Is Lido Key expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the higher end of the Sarasota market, with a median list price of $899,999 and an average of $989 per square foot. Twenty-seven of the 55 active listings are priced above $1 million, though entry points start around $325,000 for smaller condos. Compared with mainland options like Arlington Park, you're paying a premium for beach proximity.
What do homes cost on Lido Key?+
Active listings range from $325,000 to $14,150,000, with a median list price of $899,999. Over the past 12 months, 74 homes sold at a median price of $1,300,000. The median home size is about 1,421 square feet at roughly $989 per square foot.
How is the market on Lido Key right now?+
It's a deliberate market — homes take a median 137 days to sell, and sellers are netting about 91% of their asking price. With 55 active listings and 74 sales in the past year, buyers have inventory to compare and negotiating room if they're patient.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $1,341 per month, reflecting the condo-heavy, amenity-rich nature of the island. Median property taxes are around $8,786 per year. If you're weighing a rental instead, the median rent here is roughly $6,450 per month.
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