Casey Key
Suburban Neighborhood in Venice, Florida
Sarasota County 34275
Spanish-influenced estates with water views
In Casey Key, buyers will find a diverse offering of glamorous estate homes as well as some more modest three-bedroom homes dating back to the 1960s. Architectural styles range from Spanish-influenced designs featuring red-tiled roofs to sprawling modern mansions camouflaged by rows of palm trees. Here, the average sale price hovers around $5 million, but price points can easily reach upwards of $12 million. Homeowners on the Gulf side of the Key have access to their own private beaches — which increases these properties’ price tags — while the west side offers ranch-style homes overlooking Blackburn Bay at price points of $3 million. According to Matusiak, about 15 % of properties have bay-to-gulf access, the best of both worlds.
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Spot manatees while exploring Blackburn Park
Nokomis Public Beach, a popular spot for seashell hunting, is the oldest public beach in Sarasota County. There’s plenty of parking in the morning for those who drive to the beach, but locals may find it easiest to make the trip on their bikes. Across the Blackburn Point Swing Bridge is Blackburn Point Park, where birding enthusiasts can keep an eye out for Great White Herons and Brown Pelicans. If lucky, visitors may even spot a manatee or two. The park also offers picnic tables, pavilions and boat launches for public use.An emphasis on the arts in Sarasota County public schools
Casey Key students are incorporated into the Sarasota County School System. Kids kindergarten through Grade 8 attend Laurel Nokomis Elementary/Middle School, which has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. From there, they can head to Venice High School, known for its Arts Academy Apprenticeship Program which gives juniors and seniors the opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals. Both Laurel Nokomis and Venice High were awarded A grades from the educational review site, Niche.
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Yoga and drum circles on Nokomis Public Beach
Residents can enjoy Florida’s warm weather from behind the helms of their very own motorboats or opt to rent a kayak or paddleboard near Blackburn Point. To catch some waves, surfers head to the south side of North Jetty while fishermen try their luck on the north side. Free yoga classes are offered on Nokomis Beach most mornings at 9 am. Or stick around on Wednesdays and Saturdays to catch the rhythmic beats of a drum circle just before sunset. A short drive south brings residents to Venice where they can attend a lecture series or a Jazz concert at the Venice Art Center. Thirty minutes north, and they’ll arrive in Sarasota, known as Florida’s cultural coast. Catch a performance at the Sarasota Opera House or pick up a pair of season tickets at the Florida Studio Theater.The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and a smaller municipal facility
Residents get on and off the island by car via the historic Blackburn Point Swing Bridge or Albee Road. From Blackburn Point, the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is just 30 minutes away on US Highway 41. From there, catch a direct flight to nearly 50 US cities. Alternatively, the local Venice Municipal Airport provides a landing place for privately owned aircrafts.On the island of Casey Key itself, take advantage of the resort-like views by biking or riding an electric scooter down the road. Residents love docking their boats in the slips at the Casey Key Fish House, then grabbing a bite with some stellar views.
Seafood with ocean views at Casey Key Fish House
At the Casey Key Fish House, a local favorite, patrons can order everything from fresh sesame-crusted tuna to classic deep-fried seafood items. About 5 miles south across from Nokomis Beach is Pop’s Sunset Grill. Listen to live music, enjoy the bay views and try their spicy tuna wrap. Travel across the bay to The Clever Monkey in Osprey, known for its craft beer menu. Nearby, residents can do their grocery shopping at Publix or check more items off their to-do lists in the Bay Street Town Center, home to boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants like By the Bay Bistro, Bella Vino & Cucina and Midge Johnson Fine Art.
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Hurricanes are a concern in Southwest Florida
According to Lori Summers, a Realtor with Corcoran Dwellings and ½ of the Golden Summers Mortgage Team, the Sarasota area is known for being relatively safe when it comes to hurricanes. "There are stories of an ancient blessing that explain why Sarasota is protected from hurricanes,” she says. Still, Casey Key residents were tasked with repairing large-scale damage to their infrastructure after Hurricane Idalia struck in August 2023.
Written By
Sara Caskey
Photography Contributed By
Kristjan Veski
Video By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Robin Vaccai
Robin Vaccai
Responds QuicklyBEACH BAY REAL ESTATE
(941) 584-9544
75 Total Sales
1 in Casey Key
$1,250,000 Price
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Karie Backman
Karie Backman
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
(941) 877-5820
124 Total Sales
1 in Casey Key
$2,200,000 Price
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Barbara Teyssier
Barbara Teyssier
EXP REALTY LLC
(681) 248-5796
74 Total Sales
1 in Casey Key
$5,200,000 Price
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Brooke O'Malley
Brooke O'Malley
CLUB REALTY
(941) 541-2848
38 Total Sales
1 in Casey Key
$1,000,000 Price
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Lee Brewer
Lee Brewer
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 210-6553
364 Total Sales
4 in Casey Key
$2.5M - $5.7M Price Range
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Briana Cyr
Briana Cyr
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 220-0674
62 Total Sales
1 in Casey Key
$850,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Pocono Trail Preserve
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Shoreland Park
Calusa and Seminole People Monument
Humphris Park
Venice Army Air Base Park
Laurel Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Casey Key | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Casey Key Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Casey Key, Venice sell after 126 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Casey Key, Venice over the last 12 months is $2,505,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$3,850,000
Median Sale Price
$2,505,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,298
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
335
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
24.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,504
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,123
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
841
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
482
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 152 - 4pm
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
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
644
Median Age
63
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
11.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$188,157
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$196,257
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
59.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27%
% Population in Labor Force
44.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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