Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Glen Oaks
Central Sarasota living without the coastal price tag
16
Homes for sale
$210,500
Median list price
$177
Avg price / sqft
85
Median days on market
Glen Oaks sits close to the middle of everything Sarasota does well — a short hop from the beaches at Lido Key, the arts-and-dining energy of the Rosemary District, and the tree-lined bayfront streets of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores. It's the kind of neighborhood where you trade a little waterfront glamour for a genuinely central address and an easier day-to-day.
For buyers, the appeal right now is value. There are 16 active listings with a median list price of $211,500 — well below what you'd pay for comparable proximity in the pricier corners of Sarasota. If you want to be near the coast and the culture without stretching for a seven-figure number, this is a corner of the map worth watching.
Glen Oaks is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$100,000 – $500K price range
1,372 sqft median home
$685/mo median HOA
$2,185/mo median rent
46 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Glen Oaks
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$350,000
3825 GLEN OAKS MANOR DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,630 sqft
$169,000
1310 GLEN OAKS DRIVE E UNIT 391E, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 903 sqft
$100,000
1310 GLEN OAKS DRIVE E UNIT 385E, SARASOTA
1 bd · 1 ba · 648 sqft
$223,900
3828 BLUE STONE WAY UNIT 77, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,332 sqft
$199,000
3935 PANOLA LANE UNIT 183, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,372 sqft
$245,000
1520 LAKESIDE WAY UNIT 147, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,372 sqft
$224,900$229,900
3960 LAKESIDE ROAD UNIT 156, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,540 sqft
$499,900$519,900
3720 ALLENWOOD STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,683 sqft
$164,900$169,900
1505 LAKESIDE WAY UNIT 153, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,372 sqft
$339,000$354,000
3820 GLEN OAKS MANOR DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,630 sqft
$159,000$163,000
1330 GLEN OAKS DRIVE E UNIT 174D, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 932 sqft
$210,000$220,000
1141 MERLE WAY UNIT 14, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,500 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Glen Oaks market
46
Sold, last 12 months
$218,750
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
38 days
Median time to sell
Glen Oaks vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 26.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Glen Oaks boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Glen Oaks is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Glen Oaks home
≈ $2,191/mo
$210,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$685/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,185/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,091
Median age
66
Median income
$54,868
Median home value
$266,900
Beyond the listings
Living in Glen Oaks
Entertainment
Top 11% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Lifestyles
Top 12% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Entertainment
Top 19% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
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.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Straight answers
Glen Oaks FAQs
Is Glen Oaks a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want to be central rather than coastal — you're close to downtown, the Rosemary District, and the beaches without living on the water. Homes are zoned for Tuttle Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High School. It's a practical, well-positioned pocket of Sarasota.
Is Glen Oaks expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable central Sarasota neighborhoods, with a median list price of $211,500. That's a fraction of what waterfront addresses like Lido Key command, which is a big part of the draw.
What do homes cost in Glen Oaks?+
Right now there are 16 active listings with a median list price of $211,500. Detailed price-per-square-foot and size data isn't available for the current inventory, so it's worth touring a few homes to get a feel for the range.
How is the market in Glen Oaks?+
Inventory is limited, with 16 homes currently active. Because there were no recorded sales in the last 12 months, hard trend numbers are thin — I'd lean on live comparisons across nearby Sarasota neighborhoods to gauge value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Specific HOA and property tax figures aren't published for the current Glen Oaks listings. Since these vary by individual home, I can pull the exact numbers for any property you're considering before you make an offer.
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