Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Southwinds
Small-scale Sarasota living at an approachable price
1
Homes for sale
$139,000
Median list price
$295
Avg price / sqft
103
Median days on market
Southwinds is a compact Sarasota County neighborhood where the appeal is straightforward: efficient, right-sized homes at a price point that's increasingly rare in this corner of Florida. It sits within reach of the culture and coastline that define the area, from the beaches out toward Lido Key to the walkable core around Five Points, with established pockets like Arlington Park and Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores rounding out the neighborhood's context.
For a buyer today, the math is refreshingly clear. Homes here center on a $139,000 list price, and over the last 12 months 10 properties sold at a median of $130,000 — meaning this is one of the more accessible entry points among Sarasota homes for sale. Inventory is thin, so when the right unit lists, moving with intent matters.
Southwinds is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$139,000 – $139K price range
471 sqft median home
$195/mo median HOA
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Southwinds
Every active listing inside the Southwinds boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Southwinds market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$130,000
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
76 days
Median time to sell
Southwinds vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 8.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Southwinds boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Southwinds is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Southwinds home
≈ $1,259/mo
$139,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$195/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
421
Median age
53
Median income
$68,715
Median home value
$380,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Southwinds
Appearance oriented
Top 1% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Appearance oriented
Top 1% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Beliefs
Top 7% 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.
Entertainment
Top 9% 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.
Emotional
Top 11% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Appearance oriented
Top 12% in the U.S.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
Southwinds FAQs
Is Southwinds a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who value location and simplicity over size — you're close to the beaches near Lido Key and downtown Sarasota's core. The homes are compact and low-maintenance, which is exactly the draw for many owners here. Assigned schools include Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Riverview High.
Is Southwinds expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets in the Sarasota area, with a median list price of $139,000 and homes selling at a median of $130,000 over the last year. Combined with a median HOA of $195 a month and property taxes around $1,467 annually, the overall cost of ownership stays low compared to nearby communities like Arlington Park.
What do homes cost in Southwinds?+
The single active listing is priced at $139,000, and average pricing works out to about $295 per square foot on a median home size near 471 square feet. Recent sales landed at a median of $130,000, so buyers can expect values well under the broader Sarasota market.
How is the market in Southwinds?+
It's a small, steady market — 10 homes sold in the past 12 months, with sellers collecting about 92% of their asking price on average. Homes take a median of 103 days to sell, so buyers generally have room to evaluate carefully rather than rush.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is $195 per month, and median property taxes run about $1,467 a year. Those figures keep monthly ownership costs low, which is a big part of what makes Southwinds an approachable option within Sarasota homes for sale.
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