The median listing price in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area was $457K in September 2026, down 3.7% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 6,905 homes were listed for sale, down 14.5% year over year, with a median of 88 days on market. The metro area covers Sarasota, Manatee counties, with 865,031 residents and a median household income of $78,278 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $457K | #5 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -3.7% | |
| Active listings | 6,905 | #6 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -14.5% | |
| Median days on market | 88 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 18.1% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $264 | #6 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 865,031 | #5 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +10.1% | |
| Median household income | $78,278 | #4 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $368K | |
| Median gross rent | $1,637 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.70× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 2 counties in the metro area.
| Total employment (2025) | 340,506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 8,879 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 1 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (QCEW); U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey; FDIC BankFind Suite.
Florida foreclosure rates
- 1 in 2,397 Florida housing units had a foreclosure filing in August 2026, the #3 highest state rate (4,278 filings).
- For the first half of 2026, Florida had the #1 state rate: 0.27% of housing units.
- Florida metros in the national top 10: Punta Gorda (#1), Lakeland (#2), Cape Coral (#6), Jacksonville (#8), Ocala (#10).
Source: ATTOM, foreclosure rates by state (August 2026, published September 18, 2026) and mid-year 2026 report. Updated monthly.
Counties in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota County · report | 449,011 | $455K | -3.8% | 93 |
| Manatee County · report | 416,020 | $460K | -3.8% | 85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota area?
$457K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -3.7% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area?
Sarasota, Manatee counties, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota area?
The ACS median home value is $368K against a median household income of $78,278, a price-to-income ratio of 4.70×.
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