Active Listings
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14 homes · $1.3M – $11.9M
Sarasota Bay
Explore Bird Key
Tucked between Lido Key and the Ringling Bridge, Bird Key is one of Sarasota's most coveted private-island communities. Deep-water canals, estate-caliber homes, and an unbeatable location make it the definitive address for waterfront connoisseurs who value privacy, convenience, and timeless Gulf Coast living.
Why Bird Key
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Deep-Water Canal Living
Nearly every home on Bird Key sits on a deep-water canal with direct access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Private docks accommodate sailboats, sport fishers, and yachts.
02
St. Armands & Downtown Access
A short walk or bike ride across the Ringling Bridge puts you in the heart of St. Armands Circle's boutiques and restaurants, or a quick drive into downtown Sarasota's arts district.
03
Bird Key Yacht Club
An exclusive waterfront club offering dining, social events, tennis, a heated pool, and a full-service marina — the social hub of the island.
04
Estate-Style Privacy
No high-rises, no condos, no commercial development. Bird Key is exclusively single-family homes on generous lots, many with lush tropical landscaping and gated entries.
05
Resilient Construction
Many Bird Key homes have been recently rebuilt or renovated to modern hurricane standards, offering peace of mind alongside luxury finishes and smart-home technology.
Bird Key Market Snapshot
Bird Key Sarasota — Updated September 2, 2026 | Source: Stellar MLS
Average List Price
$5.8M
Median list price $5.1M
Avg Price Per SqFt
$1,411
Median $1,448/sqft
Avg Sale Price
$4.6M
18 sold · 94.4% sale-to-list
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Q1 2026 Waterfront Market Highlights
- 01Inventory remains tight with 25 active homes ranging from $1.3M to $11.9M, reflecting Bird Key's position as Sarasota's premier private-island address.
- 02Average list price sits at $5.2M with a median of $4.5M — a stratified market where new construction and renovated estates pull averages well above entry points.
- 03Price per square foot averages $1,298 (median $1,186), among the highest on the Sarasota barrier islands and a clear indicator of sustained waterfront demand.
- 0417 closed sales averaged $3.9M at 91.8% sale-to-list, confirming that correctly priced Bird Key homes continue to transact at near-asking through Q1 2026.
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