Siesta Key is an 8-mile barrier island west of Sarasota, famous for Siesta Beach's powdery quartz sand. The island has about 5,500 residents (2020 census) split between the lively Siesta Key Village in the north and quieter residential stretches like Turtle Beach in the south. Housing is mostly beachfront condos, cottages, and vacation rentals, with a strong tourism economy.
The median listing price in Siesta Key is $1,099,000.
Top places in Siesta Key
Siesta Beach
Siesta Key Village
Turtle Beach
Crescent Beach
Point of Rocks
Siesta Key Drum Circle
Midnight Pass Road beach accesses.
Commuting from Siesta Key
Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; Siesta Drive or Stickney Point Road east — beach traffic adds time in season).
Schools in Siesta Key
Public schools: Sarasota County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Siesta Key FAQs
What is the housing market like in Siesta Key, FL? The median listing price in Siesta Key is $1,099,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026
How is the commute from Siesta Key, FL? Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; Siesta Drive or Stickney Point Road east — beach traffic adds time in season).
Which school district serves Siesta Key, FL? Siesta Key is served by Sarasota County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
