Think No One’s Buying Homes in Sarasota? Think Again.

Think No One’s Buying Homes in Sarasota? Think Again.

If you’ve been watching the headlines about the national housing market, it’s easy to assume that home sales have slowed to a crawl. But in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and throughout Manatee and Charlotte Counties, buyers are still making moves — and homes are still selling.

Sure, the pace isn’t quite the same as it was during the peak pandemic boom, but this shift isn’t a crash — it’s a healthy market normalization. That means while we’re no longer in bidding-war chaos, serious buyers are still actively searching, especially in our beautiful corner of Florida.

Life Changes Mean People Are Still Buying

From Sarasota’s sun-soaked beaches to the family-friendly neighborhoods of Lakewood Ranch, people still need to move — regardless of mortgage rates.

Whether it’s:

• A growing family needing more space in North Port or Venice

• A couple relocating for work to downtown Sarasota

• Retirees seeking a peaceful lifestyle in Punta Gorda or Port Charlotte

...real life doesn’t pause for perfect market conditions. In fact, many buyers are looking for homes just like yours right now.

The Numbers Don’t Lie

According to the National Association of Realtors, about 4.03 million existing homes are projected to sell this year across the country. That’s:

• 11,041 homes sold per day

• 460 homes sold per hour

• 8 homes sold every single minute

Yes — every minute. While you're reading this blog, another 8 homes were just sold.

That includes homes in Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and beyond. So if you’ve been thinking no one is buying, the data says otherwise.

What Makes the Difference in Today’s Market?

Selling your home in today’s balanced market takes expert strategy and local knowledge. It’s no longer about just listing and waiting — it’s about:

• Pricing correctly for your Sarasota or Manatee County neighborhood

• High-impact marketing that attracts serious buyers

• Knowing what buyers want in specific communities like Palmer Ranch, Parrish, or West Villages

• Staging, professional photography, and online visibility

That’s where a local real estate professional comes in.

Your Sarasota Real Estate Partner

Working with a trusted agent who knows the Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Charlotte County markets inside and out is key. The right agent will help you:

• Showcase your home’s best features

• Navigate inspections and negotiations

• Reach active buyers ready to make a move

At Beyond Realty, we know this market — because we live here, too. We’re helping families just like yours list, sell, and move forward with confidence.

Bottom Line

Homes are still selling — and yours could be next.

If you’re thinking of selling in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Manatee, or Charlotte County, now is the time to act. Buyers are out there. Life is moving forward. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.