Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Holiday Harbor
Small-scale coastal living near Sarasota's bay
1
Homes for sale
$950,000
Median list price
$433
Avg price / sqft
59
Median days on market
Holiday Harbor is a compact Sarasota neighborhood where the pace stays quiet and the water is never far. You're within reach of the beaches at Lido Key, the arts-and-dining energy of the Rosemary District, and the historic bayfront character around Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores. For buyers who want to be close to everything Sarasota offers without living in the middle of it, this pocket delivers.
The market here is thin and high-value, which shapes how you shop. There's currently just one active listing at $950,000, while the two homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $2,212,500 — a sign that when quality inventory hits, it commands real money. Serious buyers should be ready to move, and lean on the broader Sarasota homes for sale market when the neighborhood itself goes quiet.
Holiday Harbor is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$950,000 – $950K price range
2,196 sqft median home
$4,500/mo median rent
2 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Holiday Harbor
Every active listing inside the Holiday Harbor boundary
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By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Holiday Harbor market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$2,212,500
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
3 days
Median time to sell
Holiday Harbor vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 216.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Holiday Harbor boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Holiday Harbor is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Holiday Harbor home
≈ $5,818/mo
$950,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$4,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
186
Median age
44
Median income
$145,556
Median home value
$655,700
Beyond the listings
Living in Holiday Harbor
Food & Drink
Top 5% in the U.S.Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Beliefs
Top 15% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Attitudes
Top 18% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 20% 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.
Culture
Top 21% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Straight answers
Holiday Harbor FAQs
Is Holiday Harbor a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, small Sarasota neighborhood positioned close to beaches, downtown, and the bayfront. You get proximity to Lido Key and the city's dining scene without living in the busiest part of town. It suits buyers who value location and calm over a large selection of homes.
Is Holiday Harbor expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the higher end of the Sarasota market. The single active listing is priced at $950,000, and the two homes that sold in the past year closed at a median of $2,212,500. This is a low-volume, high-value pocket rather than an entry-level one.
What do homes cost in Holiday Harbor?+
The current active listing is $950,000 for about 2,196 square feet, working out to roughly $433 per square foot. Recent sales have run considerably higher, with a median sold price of $2,212,500 over the past 12 months, so pricing depends heavily on the specific property and its water access.
How is the market in Holiday Harbor?+
It's a thin market — one active listing today and only two closings in the past year. Homes take a median of 59 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 94% of asking on average. Because inventory is so limited, it pays to also watch the wider Sarasota homes for sale market.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported HOA fee for the neighborhood, which keeps monthly carrying costs simpler. The median property tax runs about $7,241 per year, in line with the area's higher home values. Always confirm the exact figures for any specific property before you buy.
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