Darren Dowling
The Sarasota and Manatee County real estate markets remained steady during July 2–9, 2026, with continued buyer activity, balanced inventory, and ongoing pricing adjustments. Compared to previous weeks, Sarasota saw another decline in price reductions while Manatee continued to offer buyers opportunities through competitive pricing.
Metric | Number |
|---|---|
🏡 New Listings | 246 |
✅ Homes Sold | 229 |
📝 Pending Sales | 239 |
🔄 Back on Market | 73 |
💰 Price Increases | 34 |
📉 Price Decreases | 331 |
Insight: Sarasota County recorded 331 price decreases, down from 345 the previous week, marking another improvement in pricing stability. Pending sales (239) exceeded closed sales (229), suggesting buyers remain active and additional closings are likely in the coming weeks. Although new listings declined slightly, inventory continues to support buyer choice.
Metric | Number |
|---|---|
🏡 New Listings | 232 |
✅ Homes Sold | 161 |
📝 Pending Sales | 183 |
🔄 Back on Market | 51 |
💰 Price Increases | 26 |
📉 Price Decreases | 466 |
Insight: Manatee County posted 466 price decreases, reflecting continued seller competition. Pending sales exceeded closed sales by 22 transactions, indicating buyer activity remains healthy despite a slower closing pace than the previous week.
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