June 2026 Real Estate Market Report: Trends in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
June's market saw strong sales growth and tightening inventory across Sarasota and Manatee counties, while single-family home prices rose and condo prices declined.
June's market saw strong sales growth and tightening inventory across Sarasota and Manatee counties, while single-family home prices rose and condo prices declined.
The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has released its May 2026 real estate market report, showing continued buyer demand, declining inventory and increasingly distinct pricing trends across Sarasota and Manatee ...
April’s data points to a market that is becoming more active but not overheated. Sales are rising, inventory is tightening, and prices are holding steady across much of the region.
The March 2026 housing market in Sarasota and Manatee Counties shows rising sales alongside declining inventory, keeping demand strong. Prices remain stable as buyers take a more measured and strategic approach, with homes spending more time on the market.
The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee has released its February 2026 market report, highlighting diverging trends across counties and property types. Manatee County’s single-family market continued to grow, while Sarasota saw strong activity in the condo and townhome segment.
January 2026 reflects a housing market that is adjusting rather than slowing down. Overall inventory levels decreased, keeping the single-family market relatively balanced, while condo and townhome inventory remains higher and gives buyers more options. Pending sales increased across most property types, which typically signals stronger closed sales in the months ahead.

New data from Florida Realtors® shows that thousands of new residents continued to relocate to Sarasota and Manatee counties in 2025, reinforcing the region’s appeal to people from across the country and around the world.
The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) has released its year‑end 2025 real‑estate market report, offering a comprehensive look at housing activity in both counties.
November’s data highlights the need to evaluate each segment of the housing market on its own. While Sarasota experienced a notable increase in single-family home sales alongside softer condo activity, Manatee County showed the opposite trend. These contrasting patterns reinforce the value of working with local real estate professionals who understand the nuances of each market and can help buyers and sellers navigate shifting conditions.
While more buyers returned to the market compared to last fall, prices continued to moderate, and homes took longer to sell, reflecting a shift toward a more balanced environment. Inventory levels remain higher than a year ago but have eased slightly in recent months, signaling that supply is stabilizing after a year of buildup.
The August 2025 housing market in Sarasota and Manatee counties reflects a region in transition, with increasing balance between buyers and sellers. Across both counties, inventory levels remain higher than last year, though they have started to soften slightly over the past few months.