Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Lido Key
Beachfront living minutes from downtown Sarasota
56
Homes for sale
$1,050,000
Median list price
$1,005
Avg price / sqft
136
Median days on market
Lido Key is the barrier island just across the bridge from downtown Sarasota, where wide Gulf beaches, St. Armands shopping, and low-slung condos and single-family homes share a compact stretch of sand. It's the kind of place where you can walk to the water in the morning and be at a Five Points restaurant or the galleries of the Rosemary District by evening. Compared with mainland neighborhoods like Arlington Park and Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, the trade-off here is smaller footprints for direct beach and bay access.
For buyers, this is a genuine luxury island market. There are 56 active listings with a median list price of $1,050,000, and prices run from $325,000 all the way up to $14,150,000 depending on whether you want a condo or a waterfront estate. Homes sit an average of 135 days before selling, and with sellers getting about 91% of asking, there's real room to negotiate if you come prepared. If Lido doesn't fit, the broader Sarasota homes for sale market offers more range on size and price.
Lido Key is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$325,000 – $14M price range
1,458 sqft median home
$1,341/mo median HOA
$6,450/mo median rent
73 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
73
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
≈ $7,821/mo
$1,050,000 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's a strong fit if you want beach and bay access with downtown Sarasota just across the bridge. The island is compact and walkable, with St. Armands Circle nearby, and homes here are assigned to Southside Elementary, Booker Middle and Booker High. Just know that footprints tend to be smaller, with a median home size of 1,458 square feet.
Is Lido Key expensive?+
Yes, it's one of Sarasota's premium markets. The median list price is $1,050,000 and the average price is about $1,005 per square foot, with 28 of 56 active listings priced above $1 million. Entry points do exist, though, with the lowest active listing at $325,000.
What do homes cost on Lido Key?+
Active listings range from $325,000 to $14,150,000, with a median list price of $1,050,000. Over the last 12 months, 73 homes sold at a median price of $1,300,000. Waterfront and estate properties push the top of that range, while condos anchor the lower end.
How is the Lido Key market right now?+
It's a patient, buyer-friendly market at the moment. Homes take a median of 135 days to sell, and sellers are averaging about 91% of their asking price. With 56 active listings against 73 sales in the past year, there's inventory to choose from and room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Because much of the island is condos and managed communities, the median HOA runs about $1,341 a month, which typically covers building and grounds costs. Median property tax is around $8,856 a year. Both figures vary widely by property type, so budget carefully when comparing a condo against a single-family waterfront home.
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