Hudson Bayou Homes for Rent

Hudson Bayou in Sarasota is a riverfront neighborhood adjacent to downtown, offering a nautical lifestyle with a variety of architectural styles. Residents enjoy proximity to Selby Gardens, Burns Court, Towles Court, Island Park, and Southside Village, along with numerous restaurants, cultural amenities, shops, and services. The neighborhood is also just 15 minutes from the beaches of Siesta Key and Lido Key. The area is highly walkable, with Breeze Transit bus stops along South Tamiami Trail for convenient city travel. Homes in Hudson Bayou range from waterfront Mediterranean mansions to newly constructed modern estates, Spanish Mission villas, Prairie-style houses, and midcentury ramblers, reflecting Old Florida charm. The Hudson Landings complex offers condos with private boat slips, while Hillsprey Villas provides more affordable housing options. Children attend highly rated schools: Alta Vista Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High School, which offers unique classes in circus performing. Local attractions include the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, featuring over 20,000 living plants and various educational programs, and the Sarasota Art Museum, known for contemporary art. Southside Village, a nearby shopping and dining district, includes Morton's Market and Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie, with Tamiami Trail offering additional retail and dining options. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a desirable location for homebuyers.