SARASOTA, Fla. (March 20, 2025) – The REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM)
has released its February 2025 real estate market report, providing an in-depth analysis of key trends
across both counties. Based on data from Florida REALTORS®, the housing market in Sarasota and
Manatee counties showed a shift toward a more balanced, or even buyer-friendly, environment in
February 2025. Across all property types, sales activity slowed compared to the previous year, while
inventory levels grew, creating more options for buyers. Home prices showed signs of softening, with
declines in median and average sale prices across most segments. Cash sales remained a significant
portion of transactions but trended downward, reflecting changing market dynamics. Additionally, homes
are staying on the market longer, signaling a shift in buyer demand and seller expectations.
RASM MARKET STATISTICS: February 2025 Real Estate Market Report: Trends in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
