Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Central Park
Walkable, central, and close to everything Sarasota
6
Homes for sale
$396,250
Median list price
$355
Avg price / sqft
131
Median days on market
Central Park sits right in the middle of the Sarasota action, close enough to the culture and coastline that define the city without the price tag of the barrier islands. You're a short hop from the beaches at Lido Key, the arts-and-dining energy of the Rosemary District, and the historic character of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores — this is a place for people who want to be in the thick of it.
The market here is small and moves at its own pace: just 6 active listings right now with a median list price of $396,250, and homes are averaging 130 days on market. Over the past year 22 homes sold at a median of $295,500, with sellers netting about 95% of asking — so there's real room to negotiate. For a buyer who wants a central Sarasota address without island prices, this is worth a close look alongside broader Sarasota homes for sale.
Central Park is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$249,900 – $1.8M price range
1,242 sqft median home
$794/mo median HOA
$2,350/mo median rent
22 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Central Park
$249,900
850 S TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 224, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,224 sqft
$315,000$325,000
850 S TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 801, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 980 sqft
$475,000$495,000
825 S OSPREY AVENUE UNIT 108, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$499,000$525,000
825 S OSPREY AVENUE UNIT 101, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$317,500$329,000
850 S TAMIAMI TRAIL UNIT 630, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,224 sqft
$1,795,000$1,850,000
417 N OSPREY AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,154 sqft
Every active listing inside the Central Park boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Central Park market
22
Sold, last 12 months
$295,500
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
128 days
Median time to sell
Central Park vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Central Park boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Central Park is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Central Park home
≈ $3,458/mo
$396,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$794/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,350/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
308
Median age
53
Median income
$78,257
Median home value
$461,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Central Park
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.
Lifestyles
Top 15% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 16% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Attitudes
Top 17% in the U.S.Past Reflections
This population enjoys thinking about past historical events, including family genealogy, landmarks, and political affairs.
Beliefs
Top 18% 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.
Active
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.
Straight answers
Central Park FAQs
Is Central Park a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want to be central to Sarasota — close to downtown, the Rosemary District, and Lido Key's beaches. Assigned schools include Southside Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High. It's a walkable, connected pocket rather than a sprawling suburban tract.
Is Central Park expensive?+
It's moderate for Sarasota. The median list price is $396,250 and the median sold price over the past year was $295,500 — well below what the barrier islands like Lido Key command. That said, listings range all the way up to $1,795,000, so there's a luxury tier too.
What do homes cost in Central Park?+
Active listings span $249,900 to $1,795,000, with a median list price of $396,250 and an average of $355 per square foot. The typical home here is about 1,242 sqft, which keeps entry-level pricing accessible.
How is the market right now?+
It's a patient, buyer-friendly market. There are 6 active listings, homes are sitting a median of 130 days, and sellers are accepting about 95% of asking on average — 22 homes closed over the past 12 months. That combination gives buyers real negotiating room.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $794 per month, which typically reflects condo or maintained-community living, and the median annual property tax is roughly $4,395. Factor both into your monthly budget, since the HOA here is a meaningful line item.
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