Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Vista Hermosa
Small-scale Sarasota living close to the coast
3
Homes for sale
$569,000
Median list price
$504
Avg price / sqft
41
Median days on market
Vista Hermosa is a compact Sarasota neighborhood that keeps you close to the water and the city's cultural core, with Lido Key beaches, the arts and dining of the Rosemary District, and the walkable streets of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores all within easy reach. Homes here run modest in footprint, which makes it a practical base for buyers who want location over square footage. Downtown Tampa sits about 70 minutes north when you need the bigger-city pull.
The market is genuinely small, so timing matters. There are just 3 active listings right now, with a median list price of $569,000 and a range from $399,000 to $575,000, and homes are taking a median of 41 days to sell. Over the past year only 3 homes changed hands at a $380,000 median, but sellers averaged 104% of asking — a sign that the right listing moves fast when buyers are watching. If Vista Hermosa is tight, it's worth broadening the search across Sarasota homes for sale and nearby Arlington Park.
Vista Hermosa is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,000 – $575K price range
1,036 sqft median home
$1,100/mo median HOA
$7,350/mo median rent
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Vista Hermosa
$399,000$429,000
159 VISTA HERMOSA CIRCLE UNIT 27B, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,036 sqft
$569,000
161 VISTA HERMOSA CIRCLE UNIT 26A, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,165 sqft
$575,000
116 VISTA HERMOSA CIRCLE UNIT 204C, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 900 sqft
Every active listing inside the Vista Hermosa boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Vista Hermosa market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$380,000
Median sold price
104%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
76 days
Median time to sell
Vista Hermosa vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 26.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Vista Hermosa boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Vista Hermosa is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Vista Hermosa home
≈ $4,662/mo
$569,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,100/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$7,350/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
230
Median age
68
Median income
$106,038
Median home value
$990,500
Beyond the listings
Living in Vista Hermosa
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Culture
Top 3% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 10% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Food & Drink
Top 16% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Entertainment
Top 16% 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.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Straight answers
Vista Hermosa FAQs
Is Vista Hermosa a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you value being close to the coast and downtown Sarasota over having a large home. You're near Lido Key beaches and the cultural pull of the Rosemary District, with assigned schools including Phillippi Shores Elementary, Brookside Middle, and Sarasota High School.
Is Vista Hermosa expensive?+
It's mid-range for the Sarasota area, with a median list price of $569,000 and asking prices spanning $399,000 to $575,000. Homes here trade at a higher price per square foot — around $504 — because footprints are compact, so you're paying for location and finish rather than size.
What do homes cost in Vista Hermosa?+
Active listings currently carry a $569,000 median, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months came in at a $380,000 median. With only 3 homes on the market at a time, it helps to keep an eye on the wider Sarasota homes for sale too.
How is the market in Vista Hermosa?+
It's small but active — 3 homes are listed now and 3 sold over the past year, moving in a median of 41 days. Sellers have averaged 104% of asking price, so well-priced homes tend to draw competitive offers.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Expect a median HOA of about $1,100 per month and a median property tax bill near $4,243 per year. Factor both into your budget alongside the purchase price, since the monthly HOA is a meaningful line item here.
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