Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Baywood Colony
Compact condo living close to Sarasota's coast
6
Homes for sale
$243,000
Median list price
$248
Avg price / sqft
53
Median days on market
Baywood Colony is a small, condo-oriented pocket of Sarasota where homes run modest in size and the location does the heavy lifting. You're a short hop from the beaches of Lido Key, the galleries and dining of the Rosemary District, and the walkable parks of Arlington Park — the kind of setting that suits a lock-and-leave buyer or someone who wants to spend more time out than in.
The market here is tight and value-priced. With just 6 active listings and a median list price of $243,000, this is one of the more attainable entry points into central Sarasota. Homes are taking a median of 53 days to sell, and the two closings in the past year went for 96% of asking — so there's room to negotiate, but sellers aren't giving it away.
Baywood Colony is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$124,900 – $319K price range
917 sqft median home
$893/mo median HOA
$2,250/mo median rent
2 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Baywood Colony
$124,900
5800 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD UNIT 312, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 679 sqft
$279,000
5865 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 8, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft
$159,000
5800 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD UNIT 112, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 679 sqft
$207,000$217,000
5800 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD UNIT 214, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 679 sqft
$319,000
5940 DRIFTWOOD AVENUE UNIT 15, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft
$284,900$299,900
5915 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 4, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Baywood Colony market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$212,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
70 days
Median time to sell
Baywood Colony vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 27.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Baywood Colony boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Baywood Colony is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Baywood Colony home
≈ $2,558/mo
$243,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$893/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,250/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
484
Median age
68
Median income
$111,731
Median home value
$485,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Baywood Colony
Relationships
Top 4% in the U.S.Happily Ever After
Whether it's the stress of wedding planning or looking back on that special day, this population has their eyes and hearts focused on lifelong commitment.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Lifestyles
Top 16% in the U.S.Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Food & Drink
Top 22% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Straight answers
Baywood Colony FAQs
Is Baywood Colony a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit if you want a low-maintenance condo close to the center of Sarasota. You're within easy reach of Lido Key beaches and downtown, and homes feed into well-regarded schools including Riverview High. The compact 917-square-foot median size suits singles, couples, and part-time residents more than large families.
Is Baywood Colony expensive?+
Not by Sarasota standards — the median list price is $243,000, with active listings ranging from $124,900 to $319,000. That's an attainable entry point compared to pricier coastal neighborhoods like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores. Just factor in the HOA when you budget.
What do homes cost in Baywood Colony?+
Current active listings run from $124,900 to $319,000, with a median of $243,000 and an average of $248 per square foot. Over the past 12 months, the two homes that sold closed at a median of $212,000. Most units are around 917 square feet.
How is the market in Baywood Colony?+
It's a small, slow-moving market with just 6 active listings and 2 sales in the past year. Homes take a median of 53 days to sell and close at about 96% of asking, so buyers have modest negotiating room without expecting deep discounts. Low inventory here in central Sarasota means the right unit can move quickly.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $893 per month, which is typical for a condo community that covers shared building and grounds costs. Property taxes come in around $2,094 per year at the median. If you're renting instead, the median rent is about $2,250 per month.
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