Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Brookside
Small-scale Sarasota living, close to everything
4
Homes for sale
$182,500
Median list price
$235
Avg price / sqft
68
Median days on market
Brookside is a compact Sarasota neighborhood that trades sprawl for proximity — you're within reach of downtown culture, the arts district, and the water without paying a barrier-island premium to get there. It sits in good company near Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, the walkable Rosemary District, and the beaches of Lido Key, so weekends can mean gallery strolls one day and sand the next.
For buyers, this is a thin, fast-moving market — only 4 active listings right now, with a median list price of $182,500 spanning a wide $158,000 to $355,900. Homes here tend to be modestly sized (median 1,067 sqft at about $235 per square foot), and the low inventory means the right listing rarely lingers long. If you're weighing Brookside against the broader menu of Sarasota homes for sale, come ready to move when something fits.
Brookside is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$158,000 – $356K price range
1,067 sqft median home
$676/mo median HOA
$1,350/mo median rent
10 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Brookside
$158,000$165,000
323 BOBBY JONES ROAD UNIT 323, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 504 sqft
$176,000
321 BOBBY JONES ROAD UNIT 321, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 828 sqft
$355,900$375,000
4003 BOOTH PLACE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,306 sqft
$189,000$199,000
383 BOBBY JONES ROAD UNIT 383, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,334 sqft
Every active listing inside the Brookside boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Brookside market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$453,450
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
40 days
Median time to sell
Brookside vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Brookside boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Brookside is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Brookside home
≈ $2,076/mo
$182,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$676/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,350/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
391
Median age
53
Median income
$71,127
Median home value
$330,700
Beyond the listings
Living in Brookside
Active
Top 7% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Entertainment
Top 10% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Active
Top 10% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Active
Top 11% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Active
Top 14% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Beliefs
Top 16% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
On the calendar
Near Brookside
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Seventeenth-Century Dutch Paintings from The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
This long-term installation showcases five exceptional examples of 17th-century Dutch painting, featuring a dramatic seascape, an expansive landscape, and captivating por…
Jul
12
Sun
Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses
10:00am
This exhibition celebrates childhood and the imagination of youth through the words and images of A Child's Garden of Verses, a beloved children's poetry book by the reno…
Jul
12
Sun
As Earth Is To Sky
This exhibition showcases the second installment of a transformative collection of abstract and minimalist art, featuring works in wood, steel, copper, and bronze by reno…
Jul
12
Sun
Venice Doll Club and FX Toy Shows
The FX Toy Show, once hailed as the Super Bowl of collectible toy shows, was the largest of its kind in the Southeastern United States from 1990 to 2006. Now, it's making…
Jul
12
Sun
Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market
10:00am
The acclaimed Farmers' Market - dubbed Florida's best - attracts many with its bounty of farm-to-table produce, delicious ready-to-eat food, and other unique products. Wi…
Jul
12
Sun
ReptiDay
The event strictly adheres to the recent Florida law changes, disallowing the display of pet Iguanas and Tegus, regardless of permit status. Attendees are encouraged to v…
Straight answers
Brookside FAQs
Is Brookside a good place to live?+
It's a practical Sarasota neighborhood for buyers who value location over square footage — you're close to downtown, the Rosemary District, and the beaches of Lido Key. Assigned schools include Gocio Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High. The compact homes and central position make it a comfortable fit for people who want to be near the action.
Is Brookside expensive?+
Relative to Sarasota's waterfront and island neighborhoods, no — the median list price is $182,500, with active listings ranging from $158,000 up to $355,900. At roughly $235 per square foot, it's an attainable way into the Sarasota market. Note that sold prices over the past year have run higher, so pricing varies with the specific property.
What do homes cost in Brookside?+
Current active listings carry a median list price of $182,500, while the median home size is about 1,067 sqft. Over the last 12 months, 11 homes sold at a median of $447,000 — a reminder that sold values can exceed today's list prices depending on size and condition. Expect roughly $235 per square foot as a working benchmark.
How is the Brookside market right now?+
It's a low-inventory market with just 4 active listings, and homes take a median of 68 days to sell. Sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price on average, which points to realistic pricing and steady demand. With so few homes available, being prepared to act quickly helps.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $676 per month, so factor that into your monthly budget alongside the mortgage. Median property taxes come in around $2,733 per year, and typical rents in the area sit near $1,350 per month. Always confirm the exact HOA and tax figures for any specific property before you commit.
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