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Siesta Key offers walkable beach living with a village and downtown
Occupying a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Sarasota, Siesta Key is home to Siesta Beach, rated the No. 2 beach in the United States by TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards in 2023 and known for its white quartz sand. “Many people find that the sand has a certain energy,” says Dawn Bear, a Realtor with William Raveis Real Estate. While Siesta Beach is destination for travelers, it is also central to the experience of living on the island. “Siesta Key is just a very carefree, wonderful, stress-free community,” says Bear. “It feels like you’re on vacation year-round. And there’s always a friendly person looking to talk to you.”
Siesta Key stretches for 8 miles from its northern tip to its southern tip, but most of the activity on the island and most of its homes are on the north end. Activity centers around the downtown area and the quaint village district. “It’s a strip of local flavor with unique shops and unique restaurants. It has everything from nightclubs to a post office,” says Bear. “Whatever you’re into, you can just walk into the village and find your people.” The centralized location for retail and dining provides convenient access for residents, who can traverse all of Siesta Key with relative ease. “It has great walkability, and the trolley takes you up and down the island,” says Bear.
Siesta Beach in Siesta Key is ranked the top beach in the U.S. for its white quartz sand.
Siesta Key is known for its miles of beachfront with white quartz sand, and beautiful water.
Siesta Key Village is the downtown area featuring restaurants, nightlife, and local businesses.
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A blend of modern and Mediterranean homes and condo complexes
Houses include modern styles, Spanish Mediterraneans, ranch-style homes, cozy cottages and coastal-style homes--sometimes all on the same block. Siesta Key also has several condominium complexes and 55-plus communities that feature amenities including pools, tennis courts and, of course, access to the island’s beaches. One-bedroom condos start at around $420,000, while two-bedroom condos are typically in the $550,000 to $600,000 range. Single-family homes generally range from $1 million to $1.5 million, though there are many larger four-bedroom homes that are priced at well over $2 million.
Siesta Key has a plethora of multi-story coastal style homes, just across from the beach.
Beachfront condos and homes line the coast of Siesta Key, offering scenic living options.
Many homes in Siesta Key have lush landscaping, with large shading trees and greenery.
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Beach vibes define the retail and restaurant scene
The village is the commercial hub of the island and among the featured shops along Ocean Boulevard are Casa Del Sol Boutique, which sells stylish beachwear for men and women; and Beach Bazaar, which sells a collection of items for a more laidback island vibe. There are plenty of dining options in the village as well, but many of the local favorites are roughly 3 miles south along the Midnight Pass corridor. Toasted Mango Café is known for its inventive breakfast menu and casual setting, Miguel’s is an upscale French restaurant run by the same family since its opening in 1983, and Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar is an Old Florida eatery that serves an award-winning clam chowder. “When I have family here, which is a lot, they always have to go to Captain Curt’s,” says Bear, who has lived on Siesta Key since 1988.
Visitors in Siesta Key can rent bikes and boats from local agencies near the beach.
Siesta Key Beach features a sundeck with concessions and shaded picnic seating.
Siesta Beach in Siesta Key offers a busy concession stand serving snacks and cold treats.
Captain Curt’s in Siesta Key is a landmark spot for crab, oysters, and casual dining.
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Fishing and other sports at Siesta Key beaches
In addition to the sand, the sun and the swimming, Siesta Beach also has tennis and volleyball facilities, a playground, a full-service concession stand and beach wheelchairs. The island also includes Crescent Beach, billed as “the most private non-private beach in town,” and Turtle Beach, a smaller beach with darker sand where you can fish in the nearby lagoon.
Siesta Key has several pristine white-sand beaches to choose from, including Crescent Beach.
Siesta Key residents can play tennis and pickleball on the courts at Siesta Beach.
Siesta Key beaches stay lively all day, drawing locals and tourists from dawn to dusk.
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Students can attend schools on the island or mainland
Out-of-Door Academy, a private school serving students in prekindergarten through 12th grade, is the only school on the island. Students are zoned into Sarasota County Schools institutions and can attend Southside Elementary, Brookside Middle and Riverview High schools on the mainland. All are top-rated, with A scores on Niche, and Riverview High features its own performing arts center.
Out-Of-Door Academy is a private school nestled in Siesta Key’s community.
Brookside Middle School near Siesta Key features a private campus with many buildings.
Riverview High School, near Siesta Key, has served local students since its founding in 1958.
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Bridges and highways connect residents to Sarasota amenities
There are two access points to reach the nearby mainland. The Siesta Key North Bridge connects directly to central Sarasota. The Publix-anchored Shops at Siesta Row are a mile away once you cross the bridge. The Stickney Point Bascule Bridge connects directly to south Sarasota. The U.S. 41 dining and retail corridor is less than a mile away after the bridge crossing. And the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is just 10 miles north of the island.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport serves as a gateway for commuters in Siesta Key.
The free trolley in Siesta Key connects neighborhoods via Ocean and Midnight Pass Road.
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The Gulf of Mexico's white sand beaches aren’t the only thing that draws homebuyers to Coral Cove. The community also offers access to retail shopping, a bevy of seafood restaurants and highly rated public schools. “You have the convenience of Siesta Key at your fingertips, all with the urban lifestyle of Sarasota’s downtown all within 15 minutes,” says Realtor Rachel Tritschler, who sells homes in the neighborhood with RE/MAX Alliance Group. “There is a good variety of people in different stages of life, a good mixture of young and old.”
Local children often start their education at Gulf Gate Elementary, which has a 15-to-1 student-teach ratio and an A-minus Niche rating. The A Niche-rated Sarasota Middle School students are 82% proficient in math and 78% in reading. Riverview High School has an A Niche rating and offers Advanced Placement classes.
Residents drive a mile to spend the day on Crescent Beach. On the community’s north end, the 60-acre Phillipi Estate Park offers fishing piers, a kayak launch and miles of trials. The park’s Edson Keith Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Residents go for walks and have picnics at Sarasota Memorial Park. Golfers spend afternoons on the fairways of the 36-hole TPC Prestancia.
The Boatyard Waterfront Bar & Grill serves surf and turf dishes and cocktails. A number of shops and restaurants are located along Tamiami Trail on the neighborhood’s eastern border. Many residents start their days with a cup of joe at Palma Coffee. Pho 101 Noodle House serves authentic Vietnamese dishes, and Dutch Valley is known for its all-day breakfasts. Napul è is known for its classic Italian seafood dishes. There are also chains like Wendy’s, McDonald’s and Dunkin’. Retail options like JCPenney, Burlington, Hobby Lobby and Costco are concentrated in the Sarasota Square shopping mall, directly to Coral Cove’s southeast. Residents buy most of their groceries at the Publix on Mall Drive.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is 10 ½ miles north of Coral Cove. There are public bus stops along Tamiami Trail. Residents can navigate the neighboring island of Siesta Key using the Breeze Trolley along State Route 758. The free trolley takes riders from the far north to the far south end of the island. Tampa is 66 miles north via Interstate 75, and Fort Myers is 71 miles south via Interstate 75. “Residents have to deal with a lot of traffic sometimes when they are getting on and off the island of Siesta Key. The bridges get locked up,” Tritschler says.
Inland ranch-style houses with stucco exteriors and clay tile roofs typically sell for between $450,000 and $1 million. Most of the ranch-style homes were built in the 1960s and 70s. Early 2000s Mediterranean-style houses overlooking the cove are generally valued between $2.5 million and $6 million. These homes often have boat piers. Many of the houses in the canals still have boat piers but run for between $1.2 million and $3 million.
Residents take out their aggression against some pins at Bowlero Gulf Gate on Tamiami Trail. Folks catch new film releases at Sarasota Square’s AMC theater. Folks travel 6 miles north to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens to walk among 15 acres of tropical plant life. Ed Smith Stadium, 7 ½ miles north of Coral Cove, is the spring training home of the Baltimore Orioles.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$6,539
Median Condo Rent
$6,540
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$7,579
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Fairly bikeable
Bikeability®
50/ 100
Somewhat walkable
Walkability®
20/ 100
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