Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
East Lake
Quiet East Sarasota Living With Room to Breathe
2
Homes for sale
$657,000
Median list price
$254
Avg price / sqft
24
Median days on market
East Lake sits in the eastern reaches of Sarasota, a residential pocket where lots run generous and the pace stays calm. Homes here trend toward the spacious side — the typical house measures around 2,591 square feet — and the neighborhood feeds into well-regarded schools like Riverview High and Sarasota Middle. If your errands pull you toward the coast, the beaches at Lido Key and the walkable energy of the Rosemary District are both within easy Sarasota reach.
The market here is thin and steady rather than frantic. Only 2 homes are active right now, with a median list price of $657,000, and over the past year just 3 homes sold at a median of $680,000. Sellers are getting about 98% of asking and homes are moving in roughly 22 days, so when the right listing appears you'll want to be ready to act — comparable inventory nearby in Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores fills fast too.
East Lake is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$649,000 – $665K price range
2,591 sqft median home
$117/mo median HOA
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in East Lake
$665,000
6228 AVENTURA DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,554 sqft
$649,000$699,000
6263 AVENTURA DRIVE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,627 sqft
Every active listing inside the East Lake boundary
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The numbers that matter
The East Lake market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$680,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
11 days
Median time to sell
East Lake vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the East Lake boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools East Lake is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median East Lake home
≈ $4,117/mo
$657,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$117/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
2,099
Median age
59
Median income
$124,771
Median home value
$489,500
Beyond the listings
Living in East Lake
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% 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 9% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Relationships
Top 23% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Attitudes
Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
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