Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Laurel Park
Historic charm steps from downtown Sarasota
9
Homes for sale
$1,749,990
Median list price
$720
Avg price / sqft
20
Median days on market
Laurel Park is one of Sarasota's oldest and most walkable neighborhoods, a compact grid of bungalows and craftsman-era cottages just east of the bayfront core. You're within strolling distance of downtown restaurants, galleries, and the energy of the Rosemary District, yet the streets themselves stay quiet and tree-shaded. It's the kind of place where you can leave the car parked and walk to dinner, and where the architecture actually has a story behind it.
For buyers, this is a small, tightly held market — only 9 homes are active right now, and six of them carry $1M-plus price tags. With a median list price near $1.75M against a median sold price of $863,750, there's a real gap between what sellers ask and what actually trades, so pricing and negotiation matter. If Laurel Park's inventory feels thin, it's worth widening your search to broader Sarasota homes for sale or nearby options like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores and Lido Key.
Laurel Park is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$725,000 – $2.8M price range
2,451 sqft median home
$850/mo median HOA
$2,250/mo median rent
9 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Laurel Park
$825,000
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,667 sqft
$1,749,990
543 COLUMBIA COURT, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,335 sqft
$2,749,000
1680 CHERRY LANE, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,128 sqft
$815,000
642 OHIO PLACE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 850 sqft
$2,799,000
1681 OAK STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5 ba · 3,128 sqft
$1,090,000
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 4, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,912 sqft
$2,250,000$2,400,000
1724 CHERRY LANE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,919 sqft
$725,000$749,999
516 LAUREL PARK DRIVE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,451 sqft
$2,395,000$2,495,000
1659 DEVONSHIRE LANE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,754 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Laurel Park market
9
Sold, last 12 months
$842,500
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
36 days
Median time to sell
Laurel Park vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 41.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Laurel Park boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Laurel Park is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Laurel Park home
≈ $11,073/mo
$1,749,990 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$850/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,250/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
685
Median age
53
Median income
$74,167
Median home value
$780,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Laurel Park
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Relationships
Top 4% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Beliefs
Top 6% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 6% 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 6% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
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
Laurel Park FAQs
Is Laurel Park a good place to live?+
It's one of Sarasota's most walkable historic neighborhoods, with downtown dining and the Rosemary District within reach on foot. Assigned schools include Southside Elementary, Booker Middle, and Sarasota High. The trade-off is size: it's a small enclave, so inventory is limited and homes move quickly.
Is Laurel Park expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the upper end of the Sarasota market, with a median list price of about $1.75M and six of nine active homes priced above $1M. Prices run to roughly $720 per square foot. That said, actual sold prices tell a more moderate story, with a median sale around $863,750 over the past year.
What do homes cost in Laurel Park?+
Active listings range from $725,000 to $2,799,000, with a median list price near $1,749,990 on a typical home of about 2,451 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 8 homes sold at a median of $863,750. If that range is tight, comparable options exist in Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores.
How is the Laurel Park housing market right now?+
It's a small, fast-moving market with just 9 active listings and a median of 20 days on market. Sellers are getting about 94% of asking on average, so there's room to negotiate but well-priced homes don't sit long. With only 8 sales in the past year, low inventory keeps competition steady.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $850 per month, though that varies by property since much of the neighborhood is single-family historic housing. Median property taxes are around $9,513 per year, in line with the area's higher price points. Always confirm the specific figures for any home before you make an offer.
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