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Siesta Key

Famous quartz-sand beach and village life.

Luxury homes from $3M+

Living in Siesta Key

Siesta Key is known for Siesta Beach, whose fine white quartz sand stays cool underfoot and regularly ranks among the best beaches in the country. The island has a lively village at the north end and quieter residential streets, canals and Gulf-front homes to the south.

Two bridges connect Siesta Key to the mainland, so downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay are close. Buyers look for Gulf-front homes, bayfront estates, canal homes with boat access and newer elevated construction near the village.

What people love

  • Siesta Beach and its quartz sand
  • Siesta Key Village shops and dining
  • Crescent Beach and Point of Rocks for snorkeling
  • Turtle Beach at the quieter south end
  • Two bridges to the mainland and about 15 minutes to downtown Sarasota

Siesta Key market snapshot

Area: ZIP 34242 (Siesta Key)

$960,000Median sale price
+3.2%Change in median price, year over year
500Homes sold
80Median days on market
374Homes for sale now

Source: Stellar MLS via MarketStats by ShowingTime. Rolling 12 months through October 2026, all property types. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Figures cover all price points, not just luxury homes.

Before you buy in Siesta Key

I’m a licensed Florida broker, a licensed builder and a licensed insurance agent, so I look at every home the way a builder and an underwriter would before you write an offer. In Siesta Key, these are the things I check first.

My checklist here

  • Flood zone and elevation; many older homes are ground-level.
  • Short-term rental rules in Sarasota County.
  • Canal depth and bridge clearance if you own a larger boat.
  • Wind mitigation and roof age for insurance.

Find your home in Siesta Key

Tell me your price range and must-haves. I’ll send hand-picked homes, including coming soon and pending ones, and set up private showings.

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