Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
Historic homes and bungalows of different sizes and prices
Homes built in the mid-1920s are influenced by Italian, Mediterranean and Moroccan architecture. However, bungalows from the 1950s and 60s are also typical in the neighborhood. “It has a lot of historic charm,” Vigar Says. “Some properties have been taken down, but overall, the neighborhood has done a good job of preserving the historic homes.” On average, lots are just under a quarter of an acre, with palm trees and bushes adorning the front lawns. Most properties have driveways, but not every street in the neighborhood has sidewalks. Houses that are 2,000 square feet and under typically sell for $280,000 to almost $880,000. Homes 2,000 square feet and larger go for between $1 million and $1.4 million. Condos built in 2025 range from around $473,000 to $891,600.Parks, gardens and jungles to explore
Indian Beach Park is an acre of sandy shoreline for launching kayaks and watching the sunset. The Saphire Shores Park walking path curves along the waterfront. In addition to its small playground, the park is notable for its concrete fish sculpture, entitled The One That Got Away, by local artist Charles Meyrick. At the Sarasota Jungle Gardens, visitors can see over 200 animals on 10 acres of tropical grounds. They host a daily jungle bird show and reptile show. “They have probably a hundred flamingos, and you can buy food, and they’ll eat out of your hands,” Vigar says. “If I had little kids, I would definitely get a season pass.” The Ringling has several gardens to explore.Bus stops and little traffic on the Tammiami Trail
The neighborhood is close to U.S. Route 41, which runs from Miami to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Locally known as the Tamiami Trail, the highway has Breeze Transit bus stops. “There is not very much traffic,” Vigar says. “It’s a really well-defined neighborhood with big trees; some are canopied along the roads.” Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is under 5 miles away and can take around 10 minutes in light traffic. The around 55-mile drive to Tampa International Airport takes about an hour without traffic. While there is some walkability to parks and attractions within the neighborhood, it is still considered a car-dependent area that’s fairly bike accessible. Residents may have to evacuate the neighborhood during hurricanes and tropical storm seasons.Universities, magnet schools and private options
Students can attend Emma E. Booker Elementary, which earns a B-minus on Niche. Families can also apply to attend Bay Haven School of Basics Plus, an A-rated K-5 magnet school located in the neighborhood. Booker Middle has a B grade, while Booker High receives an A-minus. BHS has three magnet programs, the Visual & Performing Arts program being the most popular. Sarasota County Schools has controlled open enrollment, but any families choose to send their children to private and charter schools. "Probably only 5% of kids in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores go to districted schools,” Vigar says. Higher education in the area includes Ringling College of Art and Design, New College of Florida and University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Campus.Local restaurants and chain stores nearby
Most of the shopping and dining options in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores are along Tamiami Trail. Shelf Indulgence is a used book cafe serving specialty drinks, tea and sandwiches. Next door, The Mable is a bar and grill that hosts trivia, open mic and jazz nights. Residents can order fresh and authentic dishes from Mirna's Cuban Cuisine or grab a drink at Bahi Hut Tiki Cocktail Lounge. Walmart and Dollar Tree are located on the other side of Tamiami Trail. Busier commercial areas, including downtown and the Rosemary District, are nearby.
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Joyelle Ronan
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Scott Rickards
Scott Rickards
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 265-2647
69 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$720,000 Price
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Christa Spalding
Christa Spalding
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 977-2282
26 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$887,500 Price
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Christopher Bush
Christopher Bush
Responds QuicklyPREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
(941) 960-7470
41 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$645,000 Price
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Paulina Vasiliev
Paulina Vasiliev
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
(941) 229-6318
17 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$250,000 Price
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Tracy Srodes
Tracy Srodes
FINE PROPERTIES
(813) 921-2109
52 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$675,000 Price
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Monica LeSuer
Monica LeSuer
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN
(941) 946-0870
49 Total Sales
1 in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores
$490,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park
Sapphire Shores Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores, Sarasota sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $239,500, down 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$289,900
Median Sale Price
$239,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$230,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-54%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
976
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,909
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,840
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,232
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
851
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 912 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,549 - $1,999 per month
- Raven at Ringling
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 731+ Sq Ft
- 5233 N Tamiami Trail
- Sarasota, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,455
Median Age
51
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,592
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,790
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
62.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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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