Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Amberlea
Roomy homes and quick sales in east Sarasota
1
Homes for sale
$750,000
Median list price
$260
Avg price / sqft
2
Median days on market
Amberlea is the kind of established Sarasota County pocket where homes run large — the median footprint here is close to 2,882 square feet — and buyers with families gravitate toward the assigned schools of Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle, and Riverview High. It sits within easy reach of the wider Sarasota homes for sale market, so weekends can just as easily mean the Gulf beaches at Lido Key or the arts-and-dining energy of the Rosemary District.
The market reality is straightforward: this is a low-inventory neighborhood that moves fast. With just one active listing at $750,000 and a median of only two days on market, homes here don't linger — the four sales over the past year closed at a median of $777,500, with sellers pulling in about 96% of asking. If you like the character of nearby communities such as Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores or Sky Ranch, be ready to act quickly when an Amberlea home comes up.
Amberlea is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$750,000 – $750K price range
2,882 sqft median home
$125/mo median HOA
$5,250/mo median rent
4 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Amberlea
Every active listing inside the Amberlea boundary
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By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Amberlea market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$777,500
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
84 days
Median time to sell
Amberlea vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 10.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Amberlea boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Amberlea is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Amberlea home
≈ $4,636/mo
$750,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$125/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$5,250/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
506
Median age
47
Median income
$66,048
Median home value
$538,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Amberlea
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Top 14% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Active
Top 18% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Relationships
Top 19% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Beliefs
Top 20% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Emotional
Top 24% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
On the calendar
Near Amberlea
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Seventeenth-Century Dutch Paintings from The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
This long-term installation showcases five exceptional examples of 17th-century Dutch painting, featuring a dramatic seascape, an expansive landscape, and captivating por…
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FX Toy Shows
Collectors and enthusiasts can bring all their cherished playtime possessions to life, getting them appraised by expert doll and toy buyers on-site. Moreover, visitors ca…
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Robert Louis Stevenson: A Child’s Garden of Verses
10:00am
This exhibition celebrates childhood and the imagination of youth through the words and images of A Child's Garden of Verses, a beloved children's poetry book by the reno…
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As Earth Is To Sky
This exhibition showcases the second installment of a transformative collection of abstract and minimalist art, featuring works in wood, steel, copper, and bronze by reno…
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Venice Doll Club and FX Toy Shows
The FX Toy Show, once hailed as the Super Bowl of collectible toy shows, was the largest of its kind in the Southeastern United States from 1990 to 2006. Now, it's making…
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ReptiDay
The event strictly adheres to the recent Florida law changes, disallowing the display of pet Iguanas and Tegus, regardless of permit status. Attendees are encouraged to v…
Straight answers
Amberlea FAQs
Is Amberlea a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want larger homes and a family-friendly setting close to both the beach and downtown. Homes are assigned to Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle, and Riverview High School, and the Gulf beaches at Lido Key are a short drive away. The low HOA and quick-selling market signal a stable, in-demand neighborhood.
Is Amberlea expensive?+
It's a mid-to-upper Sarasota market rather than a luxury enclave. The single active listing is priced at $750,000, and homes sold over the past year at a median of $777,500. At roughly $260 per square foot, you're paying for size — the median home is close to 2,882 square feet.
What do homes cost in Amberlea?+
Right now the one available home is listed at $750,000, and the median sold price over the last 12 months was $777,500. Pricing works out to about $260 per square foot for homes that typically run near 2,882 square feet. It's a good value story if you compare per-foot pricing against tighter markets closer to downtown.
How is the market in Amberlea?+
It's fast and competitive on very thin inventory — just one home is active today. Sales move at a median of two days on market, and sellers are capturing about 96% of their asking price. With only four homes sold in the past year, you'll want to move decisively when something lists, much as you would in Sky Ranch or other tight Sarasota pockets.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is about $125 per month, which is modest for this size of home. Property taxes run around $4,188 per year at current levels. If you're weighing a rental instead, the median rent in the area is about $5,250 per month.
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