Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
De Soto
Central Sarasota living within reach of the bay
6
Homes for sale
$579,500
Median list price
$364
Avg price / sqft
61
Median days on market
De Soto sits in the heart of Sarasota, close enough to the water and downtown that daily life leans on both. Its footprint touches distinctive pockets like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores along the bay, the walkable energy of the Rosemary District, and the low-key streets around Sky Ranch. It's the kind of central location that puts the beaches of Lido Key and the Gulf within a short drive.
For a buyer today, this is a small, tightly held market — just six active listings right now, with a median list price of $604,500. With no recorded sales in the past twelve months, inventory here moves quietly and pricing is set listing by listing, so working with someone who knows the block-level differences matters more than usual.
De Soto is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,500 – $1.7M price range
1,812 sqft median home
$17/mo median HOA
33 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in De Soto
$800,000
6253 MURIWOOD COURT, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,737 sqft
$399,500
5000 MINK ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,376 sqft
$1,699,000
6349 RAVENWOOD WAY, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,762 sqft
$699,000$749,000
3927 DESOTO ROAD, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,782 sqft
$434,000$454,000
4018 PRADO DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,842 sqft
$460,000
4821 ELFRIDA AVENUE, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,274 sqft
Every active listing inside the De Soto boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The De Soto market
33
Sold, last 12 months
$387,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
13 days
Median time to sell
De Soto vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 11.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the De Soto boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools De Soto is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median De Soto home
≈ $3,608/mo
$579,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$17/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
2,722
Median age
48
Median income
$64,145
Median home value
$350,453
Beyond the listings
Living in De Soto
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 12% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Food & Drink
Top 15% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Active
Top 21% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 21% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Beliefs
Top 22% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Straight answers
De Soto FAQs
Is De Soto a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want a central Sarasota base with quick access to the bay, downtown, and the Lido Key beaches. The area connects to distinctive neighbors like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores and the Rosemary District, so you get variety within a short radius.
Is De Soto expensive?+
The current median list price is $604,500, which puts it in the mid-to-upper range for the broader Sarasota market. There are no ultra-luxury listings active right now — no homes above $1M on the market — so it reads as a solid, non-extreme price point for a central location.
What do homes cost in De Soto?+
Right now there are six active listings with a median list price of $604,500. Detailed price-per-square-foot and size data isn't currently available, so a walk-through of the specific homes on the market is the best way to gauge value.
How is the De Soto market right now?+
It's a small, quiet market — six homes are listed today and there were no recorded sales in the past twelve months. That means low turnover and pricing set on a home-by-home basis, so timing and local knowledge count for a lot here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and property-tax figures aren't available for the current De Soto listings, which is common in an area with such limited inventory. Since costs can vary widely by property in a mixed Sarasota neighborhood, we'll pull the exact numbers for any home you're serious about.
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