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Forest Oaks in Sarasota

Forest Oaks
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Community in Sarasota · Sarasota County · ZIP 33545
28 homesBuilt 1994–1998
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Forest Oaks in Sarasota, FL has 1 home for sale. As of September 2026, the MLS records 45 closed sales in Forest Oaks in Sarasota, FL since 2004, the most recent in April 2026. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $455,000 to $660,500 (median $555,000), on homes of 1,630 to 2,029 sq ft. Across Sarasota as a whole, 6 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $503,500, 57 median days on market, with 28 homes for sale today. At that median and Sarasota County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.48 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,480 ($6,950 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Forest Oaks Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
6.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Sarasota: 25% (1,589 of 6,445)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
68%
Owner-occupied · Forest Oaks
19 of 28 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
32%
Non-owner-occupied · Forest Oaks
incl. 7% trust or LLC-held · 14% out-of-state
33%
Cash buyers · Forest Oaks
2 of 6 sales, 12 mo ending June 2024
28
Homes in the community
28 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
Est. 1994
Community established
homes built 1994-1998, median 1996 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 19 in 2011
7.1%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 28 homes trade a year
Forest Oaks Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

Forest Oaks right now

🟡 Balanced market. 6.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of August 2, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 2 closed sales in 12 months).

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By , Co-Founder, Momentum Realty · Updated September 16, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The Area Market

The market around Forest Oaks

Forest Oaks is a small community — 73 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33545, 386 homes are on the market and 23% are under contract — a steady corner of Sarasota.

Across Sarasota County, 4,856 homes are active and 1,589 pending (25% under contract).

The housing mix here is 99% single family residence, 1% ?.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Forest Oaks specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Community & Amenities

Life at Forest Oaks

Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Sarasota County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Hernando County Public Schools (verify by address) · Public
  • Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high · By address
  • Magnet and choice options may apply · Choice

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Forest Oaks listings and can change; always confirm with Sarasota County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Forest Oaks address.

The Strategy

The Forest Oaks buying strategy.

If we were buying in Forest Oaks today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Forest Oaks.

The Deep Dive

A closer look at the Forest Oaks market

Inventory runs at 6.0 months of supply, a balanced market.

The housing stock is 28 homes built between 1994 and 1998, and 68% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Forest Oaks. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Forest Oaks buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxSarasota County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Forest Oaks.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.
The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Forest Oaks sales matched to your home.

Selling in Forest Oaks

Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.

If you are thinking about selling in Forest Oaks, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.

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Recently off market in FOREST OAKS

Homes in FOREST OAKS that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 3 on record.

Forest Oaks Market Scorecard

Buyer's market

Forest Oaks is currently a buyer's market. About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $577,000, and homes go under contract in about 64 days.

6.0
Months supply
$577,000
Median list
$545,000
Median sold
$353
Per sqft
64
Days on mkt
1/0/2
Active/Pend/Sold

Go deeper: county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forest Oaks a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, Forest Oaks is roughly balanced: 6.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Forest Oaks?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 28 homes in Forest Oaks (public records).
What share of Forest Oaks is owner-occupied?
68% of Forest Oaks parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Forest Oaks built?
Homes in Forest Oaks were built between 1994 and 1998, with a median year built of 1996 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Forest Oaks?
Cash buyers took 33% of Forest Oaks sales in the 12 months ending June 2024 (2 of 6 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve Forest Oaks?
Forest Oaks is served by Sarasota County Public Schools, typically Hernando County Public Schools (verify by address) and Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high. Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for Forest Oaks?
The best agent for Forest Oaks is one who actively works Sarasota and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Forest Oaks.
How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows Forest Oaks?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Forest Oaks and the wider Sarasota area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Forest Oaks?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Forest Oaks purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 15, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (45 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in FOREST OAKS? 2 recorded closings (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Sarasota County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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