Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Wildwood Acres
Quiet East Sarasota living with top schools nearby
3
Homes for sale
$499,000
Median list price
$282
Avg price / sqft
76
Median days on market
Wildwood Acres sits on the east side of Sarasota, a low-key residential pocket where the pace is slower than the bustle of downtown and the coast. It draws buyers who want a settled, family-scaled neighborhood with quick access to good schools and the wider Sarasota lifestyle — from the beaches at Lido Key to the walkable Rosemary District. Two of the active listings sit in gated sections, which appeals to buyers who value a little extra privacy and security.
For buyers today, this is a thin, patient market: just three homes are active right now, with a median list price of $499,000. Homes here are taking their time — a median of 76 days on market — and over the last year only seven sales closed, with sellers landing about 96% of asking. That combination means there's room to negotiate, but you'll want to move decisively when the right home in a neighborhood like Arlington Park or here comes up.
Wildwood Acres is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$475,000 – $690K price range
1,910 sqft median home
$521/mo median HOA
$3,348/mo median rent
7 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Wildwood Acres
$499,000
8621 RAIN SONG ROAD, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,677 sqft
$475,000$479,000
8788 RAIN SONG ROAD UNIT 384, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,910 sqft
$690,000
5416 HOPE SOUND CIRCLE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,298 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Wildwood Acres market
7
Sold, last 12 months
$470,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
159 days
Median time to sell
Wildwood Acres vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 22.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Wildwood Acres boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Wildwood Acres is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Wildwood Acres home
≈ $3,626/mo
$499,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$521/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,348/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,023
Median age
60
Median income
$86,779
Median home value
$522,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Wildwood Acres
Appearance oriented
Top 7% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Culture
Top 8% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Beliefs
Top 8% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% 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.
Entertainment
Top 12% 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 15% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Straight answers
Wildwood Acres FAQs
Is Wildwood Acres a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, residential neighborhood in east Sarasota assigned to Riverview High School, Sarasota Middle School, and Ashton Elementary — a strong school trio that anchors family demand. You're a short drive from the beaches at Lido Key and the dining downtown, while the neighborhood itself stays calm and low-traffic.
Is Wildwood Acres expensive?+
It sits in the mid-range for Sarasota, with a median list price of $499,000 and an average of $282 per square foot. That's well below the million-dollar waterfront listings you'll find in coastal pockets like Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, though still a real investment.
What do homes cost in Wildwood Acres?+
Active listings currently range from $475,000 to $690,000, with a median list of $499,000 on a typical home of about 1,910 square feet. Over the past 12 months, seven homes sold at a median price of $470,000, so buyers are generally paying a bit under the highest asking prices.
How is the market in Wildwood Acres right now?+
It's a slow, low-inventory market with just three active listings and a median 76 days on market. Sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average, which gives patient buyers real negotiating room when a home fits.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $521 per month, which is on the higher side and worth confirming what it covers before you commit. Median property taxes come in around $3,196 per year, and if you're weighing renting versus buying, the median rent here is roughly $3,348 per month.
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