Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Newtown Farms
Small-scale Sarasota living close to everything
2
Homes for sale
$343,450
Median list price
$232
Avg price / sqft
24
Median days on market
Newtown Farms is a compact, unassuming pocket of Sarasota, the kind of place where you get city access without city prices. It sits within reach of the culture and shoreline that put the area on the map — from the beaches of Lido Key to the tree-lined streets around Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores and the walkable core near Five Points. It's a neighborhood for buyers who want a foothold in Sarasota rather than a resort-style estate.
The market here is tiny and moves quickly. There are just 2 active listings with a median list price of $343,450, spanning $189,900 to $497,000, and homes are averaging $232 per square foot on a median size around 1,487 square feet. With a median of 23 days on market and only 2 sales in the past year (median sold price $419,123), inventory is thin enough that when the right home appears, you'll want to be ready to move.
Newtown Farms is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$189,900 – $497K price range
1,487 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Newtown Farms
$497,000
4161 BUTLER AVENUE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,158 sqft
$189,900$199,900
2121 33RD STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 1 ba · 816 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Newtown Farms market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$419,123
Median sold price
81%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
71 days
Median time to sell
Newtown Farms vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Newtown Farms boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Newtown Farms is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Newtown Farms home
≈ $2,221/mo
$343,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
755
Median age
56
Median income
$50,342
Median home value
$159,628
Beyond the listings
Living in Newtown Farms
Entertainment
Top 15% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Food & Drink
Top 16% in the U.S.Whiskey Business
Characterized by their appreciation for all things whiskey, this population enjoys the classy atmosphere of whiskey drinking and learning about different brands.
Relationships
Top 17% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 23% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Straight answers
Newtown Farms FAQs
Is Newtown Farms a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want an affordable base in Sarasota with quick access to the beaches, downtown, and neighborhoods like Arlington Park. It's a small, low-key area rather than an amenity-heavy resort community, so it suits practical buyers over those chasing gated or golf living.
Is Newtown Farms expensive?+
Not by Sarasota standards — the median list price is $343,450, and listings currently range from $189,900 up to $497,000. Compared with waterfront enclaves like Lido Key, it's a genuinely attainable corner of the city.
What do homes cost in Newtown Farms?+
Expect a median list price of $343,450 and an average of $232 per square foot, with a typical home around 1,487 square feet. Sold prices have run higher, with a median of $419,123 over the past year, so pricing depends heavily on the specific home.
How is the market in Newtown Farms?+
It's small and fast-moving, with just 2 active listings and 2 sales in the past 12 months. Homes go under contract in a median of 23 days, and sellers have been getting about 81% of their asking price on average, so there's room to negotiate on the right listing.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no meaningful HOA data reported for the area, which points to few or no mandatory dues on most homes here. The median property tax bill is about $2,411 a year, keeping carrying costs reasonable for a Sarasota address.
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