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GATOR CREEK ESTATES in SARASOTA

GATOR CREEK ESTATES
Homes for Sale in SARASOTA, FL

Community in SARASOTA · Sarasota County · ZIP 33982
11 homesBuilt 1977–2018Median sale $2.20M
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · GATOR CREEK ESTATES Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$2.20M
Median sold · 12 mo
$458/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $458 in 2026
77.6%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
170days
Median DOM · closed
87 days at the 2024 low
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
100%
Owner-occupied · GATOR CREEK ESTATES
11 of 11 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
0%
Non-owner-occupied · GATOR CREEK ESTATES
incl. 9% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
75%
Cash buyers · GATOR CREEK ESTATES
3 of 4 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
11
Homes in the community
11 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
Est. 1977
Community established
homes built 1977-2018, median 1983 (FL DOR 2025)
1
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 20 in 2008
3,832sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
36.4%/yr
Turnover rate
about 4 of 11 homes trade a year

The 60-Second Overview

GATOR CREEK ESTATES market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $2.20M ($458 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 170 days on market for closed sales.

GATOR CREEK ESTATES is a community of 11 homes in SARASOTA, Sarasota County, built between 1977 and 2018 (median 1983), with a median living area of about 4,845 square feet. 100% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 5 sales each (4 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2004 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Every sale since 2004 · price vs size
$0$1M$2M$3M2k4k6k8k
31 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
02420122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 5 a year; 4 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
010202004200820122016202020242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 20 quit in 2008; 1 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Sarasota County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,437/mo
Sarasota County typical true cost to own
$177/mo
Sarasota County typical home insurance
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Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Sarasota County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Gator Creek Estates Market Scorecard

Thin data

Gator Creek Estates is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply
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Median list
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Median sold
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Per sqft
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Days on mkt
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Active/Pend/Sold

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

Housing distress & ownership in GATOR CREEK ESTATES, SARASOTA

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 34 listings

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Schools

In short
  • Sarasota County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Sarasota 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES address.

The Strategy

The GATOR CREEK ESTATES buying strategy.

If we were buying in GATOR CREEK ESTATES 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES.

The Deep Dive

A closer look at the GATOR CREEK ESTATES market

At a median of $458 per square foot, GATOR CREEK ESTATES prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

The housing stock is 11 homes built between 1977 and 2018, and 100% 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA - confirm current dues
  • 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES.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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES sales matched to your home.

Selling in GATOR CREEK ESTATES

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in GATOR CREEK ESTATES?
The median sale price in GATOR CREEK ESTATES was $2.20M over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (4 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in GATOR CREEK ESTATES take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 170 days on market (4 sales, Stellar MLS).
How many homes are in GATOR CREEK ESTATES?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 11 homes in GATOR CREEK ESTATES (public records).
What share of GATOR CREEK ESTATES is owner-occupied?
100% of GATOR CREEK ESTATES parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in GATOR CREEK ESTATES built?
Homes in GATOR CREEK ESTATES were built between 1977 and 2018, with a median year built of 1983 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in GATOR CREEK ESTATES?
Cash buyers took 75% of GATOR CREEK ESTATES sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (3 of 4 closings, Stellar MLS).
What schools serve GATOR CREEK ESTATES?
GATOR CREEK ESTATES is served by Sarasota County Public Schools, typically Sarasota 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES?
The best agent for GATOR CREEK ESTATES 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 GATOR CREEK ESTATES.
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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: June 30, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 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 (31 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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