Hudson Bayou
Getting around is a Breeze
Much of the community is walkable, with many amenities, eateries and services accessible on foot. Otherwise, Breeze Transit bus stops are scattered along South Tamiami Trail, making it easy to get around the city. South Tamiami Trail is also a major road, providing simple commutes by car.Waterfront living
Beautiful foliage and mature trees abound in the area, and neighborhood homes show a great deal of character and individuality. Waterfront Mediterranean mansions, newly constructed modern estates, Spanish Mission villas, Prairie-style houses and midcentury ramblers can be found in the neighborhood at different price points. Mansions sitting right in front of the bayou can sell for up to $28.5 million, though most homes in the area range from $850,000 to $6 million. Home prices represent its desirable location since the entire community is within walking distance from Sarasota Bay. Spanish Mission estates date back to the 1920s, Prairie-style homes date back to the 1930s and midcentury ramblers date back to the 1940s, all representing an Old Florida charm. Multilevel contemporary homes are popping up as part of a "tear down" trend of smaller homes being razed to make way for larger, modern residences. Additionally, the Hudson Landings complex offers two and three-bedroom condominiums with private boat slips on the bayou. The lowest-cost housing in the area would be a 743-square-foot, two-bedroom condo unit in the Hillsprey Villas subdivision, which costs around $350,000.Cirque de Sarasota
Children in the area attend Alta Vista Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of B-plus. Next, they attend Brookside Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the eighth-best public middle school in Sarasota County. Teenagers attend Sarasota High School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the fourth-best public high school in Sarasota County. Sarasota High School offers classes in circus performing, which is fitting given that the Sailor Circus began at the school as a halftime tumbling routine in 1949. Today, the Sailor Circus is a well-known performance group for fourth through 12th-grade area students.Explore botanical gardens and art exhibits
Hudson Bayou counts the fascinating Marie Selby Botanical Gardens among its attractions. Located on the banks of Sarasota Bay, the internationally recognized research and education facility is a bayfront oasis boasting a collection of more than 20,000 living plants, including more than 4,000 orchids. The facility also features regular exhibitions and classes along with youth summer camps. For regular outdoor recreation, Seminole Linear Park is a pretty, tree-lined paved path perfect for neighborhood strolls and walks with man's best friend. Another highlight is the nearby Sarasota Art Museum, a world-renowned destination for contemporary art.Taste a Krabby Patty
Adjacent to the neighborhood is Southside Village, a compact shopping and dining district. "You can walk or ride your bike to it," says Lynch. "That kind of convenience makes Hudson Bayou unique compared to other communities." The village's most well-known tenant is Morton's Market, a family-owned grocer that's been a part of the community since 1969. Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie is an eclectic restaurant whose popular dishes include Grandma Guli's meatballs, the Krabby Patty sandwich and the kale Caesar salad. Boutiques include Beautiful You, an upscale consignment store. For everything else, there's Tamiami Trail, Sarasota's primary retail and dining corridor, which also provides Hudson Bayou residents easy access to greater Sarasota.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joe Murphy
Joe Murphy
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 413-2825
268 Total Sales
1 in Hudson Bayou
$7,648,000 Price
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Christopher Bush
Christopher Bush
Responds QuicklyPREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
(941) 960-7470
41 Total Sales
1 in Hudson Bayou
$365,000 Price
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Albert Wooster
Albert Wooster
Responds QuicklyALBERT WOOSTER & COMPANY
(941) 270-8553
76 Total Sales
1 in Hudson Bayou
$607,000 Price
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Roberta Tengerdy, PA
Roberta Tengerdy, PA
Responds QuicklyPREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
(941) 263-0698
211 Total Sales
3 in Hudson Bayou
$860K - $2M Price Range
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Joe Cleary
Joe Cleary
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 260-2738
229 Total Sales
1 in Hudson Bayou
$570,000 Price
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Dana Cook Westmark
Dana Cook Westmark
Responds QuicklyMICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
(941) 231-5126
75 Total Sales
1 in Hudson Bayou
$2,975,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Arlington Park Sarasota
Bayfront Park Sarasota
Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex
Island Park
Laurel Park
Arlington Park Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hudson Bayou | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hudson Bayou Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hudson Bayou, Sarasota sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hudson Bayou, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $739,900, up 51% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$638,472
Median Sale Price
$739,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$638,472
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
353
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,173
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,103
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
844
Median Age
59
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,634
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,220
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
59.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.9%
% Population in Labor Force
45.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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