Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Bird Key
Island living minutes from downtown Sarasota
19
Homes for sale
$4,350,000
Median list price
$1,386
Avg price / sqft
94
Median days on market
Bird Key is a single, gated island community sitting in the water between downtown Sarasota and St. Armands, and life here is built around the bay. Most homes come with a pool, and nearly half sit directly on the water — a short drive gets you to the beaches of Lido Key or the restaurants and galleries of Sarasota proper. It's a quiet, established address with the arts scene of the Rosemary District and the older-Sarasota charm of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores all within easy reach.
This is one of Sarasota's top-tier markets, so plan accordingly. With 19 active listings and a median list price of $4,350,000, buyers are shopping a small, high-end inventory where prices run from $1,325,000 to nearly $12 million. Homes take time to trade — a median of 94 days on market — and 30 sales closed over the past year, so there's room to negotiate for the well-prepared buyer.
Bird Key is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,325,000 – $12M price range
2,987 sqft median home
$110/mo median HOA
$8,500/mo median rent
31 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Bird Key
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$11,900,000
600 MOURNING DOVE DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6 ba · 5,767 sqft
$2,200,000
606 OWL WAY, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,475 sqft
$4,350,000
509 SPOONBILL WAY, SARASOTA
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,987 sqft
$4,300,000
332 BOB WHITE WAY, SARASOTA
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,987 sqft
$4,850,000
465 E ROYAL FLAMINGO DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,846 sqft
$2,995,000$3,095,000
627 OWL WAY, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,923 sqft
$1,800,000
425 PARTRIDGE CIRCLE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 3 ba · 2,308 sqft
$11,900,000
487 MEADOW LARK DR, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,527 sqft
$2,150,000
430 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,498 sqft
$2,275,000$2,375,000
443 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,676 sqft
$4,199,000$4,495,000
476 MEADOW LARK DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,336 sqft
$7,800,000
570 S SPOONBILL DRIVE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,579 sqft
Every active listing inside the Bird Key boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Bird Key market
31
Sold, last 12 months
$3,850,000
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
48 days
Median time to sell
Bird Key vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 61.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Bird Key boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Bird Key is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Bird Key home
≈ $25,226/mo
$4,350,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$110/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$8,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
843
Median age
64
Median home value
$2,000,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Bird Key
Culture
Top 1% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 8% 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.
Entertainment
Top 18% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 21% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Beliefs
Top 25% 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.
Appearance oriented
Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Straight answers
Bird Key FAQs
Is Bird Key a good place to live?+
It's one of Sarasota's most sought-after addresses — a gated island community where 18 of 19 active listings have a pool and nine sit directly on the water. You're minutes from downtown and the beaches of Lido Key, which makes it a strong fit for buyers who want both bay-front quiet and city access.
Is Bird Key expensive?+
Yes — this is a premium market with a median list price of $4,350,000 and an average of $1,386 per square foot. Listings currently range from $1,325,000 to $11,900,000, so there's a spread, but every active home is priced above $1 million.
What do homes cost on Bird Key?+
The median list price is $4,350,000 for a typical home around 2,987 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 30 homes sold at a median price of $3,822,500, so closed prices tend to land below the current asking numbers.
How is the Bird Key market right now?+
It's a slower, high-end market with 19 active listings and a median of 94 days on market. Sellers are getting about 92% of asking on average, which tells you there's genuine room to negotiate if you come prepared.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is a modest $110 per month, low for a gated island community. Property taxes are the bigger line item, with a median of $23,842 per year in step with the area's home values.
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