Bird Bay II vs The Lakes of Jacaranda
Two Sarasota communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $222K | $582K |
| Price per sq ft | $193 | $257 |
| Avg days on market | 105 days | 191 days |
| Months of supply | 4.1 mo | 1.3 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 29 | 36 |
The verdict
The Lakes of Jacaranda carries the higher median price — about 162% above Bird Bay II. Homes in Bird Bay II sell faster (105 days on market vs 191). The Lakes of Jacaranda is the tighter market on inventory (1.3 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County, FL | Sarasota County, FL |
| City / area | Venice | Venice |
| ZIP | 34285, 34292 | 34293 |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 4 |
| Under contract | 1 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $135K to $275K | $480K to $600K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Bird Bay II homes for sale · The Lakes of Jacaranda homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 219 | 579 |
| Built | 1973–1978 (median 1978) | 1994–2018 (median 2000) |
| Typical living area | 1,193 sq ft | 2,460 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 32% | 83% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Bird Bay II median | The Lakes of Jacaranda median |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $154K (8 sales) | $338K (20 sales) |
| 2016 | $150K (13 sales) | $370K (24 sales) |
| 2017 | $156K (15 sales) | $370K (19 sales) |
| 2019 | $160K (3 sales) | $325K (5 sales) |
| 2022 | $280K (9 sales) | $546K (29 sales) |
| 2023 | $285K (5 sales) | $610K (4 sales) |
| 2024 | $263K (17 sales) | $622K (27 sales) |
| 2025 | $255K (18 sales) | $630K (21 sales) |
| 2026 | $215K (20 sales) | $539K (23 sales) |
Since 2015, Bird Bay II's median sale price is +39% and The Lakes of Jacaranda's is +59% — The Lakes of Jacaranda has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 88.0% | 94.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,092 sq ft | 2,086 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 32 (cold) | 46 (normal) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Bird Bay II | The Lakes of Jacaranda | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Garden Elementary | Taylor Ranch Elementary |
| Middle | Venice Area Middle | Venice Area Middle |
| High school | Venice Senior High | Venice Senior High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Bird Bay II is the lower entry point (median $222K vs $582K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in The Lakes of Jacaranda; Bird Bay II trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Bird Bay II (105 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is The Lakes of Jacaranda more expensive than Bird Bay II?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in The Lakes of Jacaranda is $582,000 versus $222,000 in Bird Bay II, about 162% higher.
Which has newer homes, Bird Bay II or The Lakes of Jacaranda?
The Lakes of Jacaranda: its homes were built 1994–2018 with a median year of 2000, versus a median of 1978 in Bird Bay II (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
The Lakes of Jacaranda. The typical home there is 2,460 sq ft of living area, versus 1,193 sq ft in Bird Bay II.
Which has appreciated more, Bird Bay II or The Lakes of Jacaranda?
From 2015 to 2026 the median sale price rose 39% in Bird Bay II and 59% in The Lakes of Jacaranda (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
The Lakes of Jacaranda — sellers there received 94.4% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 88.0% in Bird Bay II.
What high schools serve Bird Bay II and The Lakes of Jacaranda?
Listings in Bird Bay II most often report Venice Senior High; listings in The Lakes of Jacaranda report Venice Senior High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Bird Bay II homes, photos & schools · The Lakes of Jacaranda homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.