Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Hudson Bayou
Bayside living minutes from downtown Sarasota
14
Homes for sale
$2,747,500
Median list price
$965
Avg price / sqft
99
Median days on market
Hudson Bayou sits just south of downtown Sarasota, wrapped around the tidal creek that gives the neighborhood its name and its unhurried, tree-shaded character. You're close enough to walk or bike toward Five Points and the Rosemary District, yet the streets here feel residential and quiet. It's the kind of pocket where longtime owners and design-minded buyers overlap, drawn by proximity to the water and the pace of a real neighborhood.
The market reality is straightforward: this is a small, high-value enclave. With 15 active listings and a median list price of $2,500,000, inventory is thin and priced for the premium of living this close to the bay and the city core. Buyers who also shop Lido Key or Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores will recognize the trade-off — you're paying for location and scarcity, not square footage on a spreadsheet.
Hudson Bayou is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$550,000 – $6.5M price range
2,922 sqft median home
$1,439/mo median HOA
$6,150/mo median rent
21 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Hudson Bayou
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$2,500,000
1891 PROSPECT STREET, SARASOTA
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,091 sqft
$874,900$899,900
862 HUDSON AVENUE UNIT 862, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,362 sqft
$1,795,000$1,895,000
1880 LOMA LINDA STREET, SARASOTA
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,904 sqft
$1,495,000$1,550,000
1751 FLOYD STREET, SARASOTA
4 bd · 5 ba · 2,881 sqft
$6,500,000
1640 WALDEMERE STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,270 sqft
$3,095,000$3,295,000
1717 ALTA VISTA STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,267 sqft
$3,750,000$4,199,000
1611 HYDE PARK STREET, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,545 sqft
$1,650,000$1,800,000
1714 WALDEMERE STREET, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,003 sqft
$2,995,000
1671 ARLINGTON STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,564 sqft
$3,575,000$3,750,000
1749 LINCOLN PARK CIRCLE, SARASOTA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,020 sqft
$1,795,000$1,895,000
1695 HYDE PARK STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,939 sqft
$550,000$587,000
800 HUDSON AVENUE UNIT 106, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,562 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Hudson Bayou market
21
Sold, last 12 months
$1,225,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
43 days
Median time to sell
Hudson Bayou vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 30.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Hudson Bayou boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Hudson Bayou is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Hudson Bayou home
≈ $16,985/mo
$2,747,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,439/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$6,150/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
841
Median age
60
Median income
$113,618
Median home value
$871,004
Beyond the listings
Living in Hudson Bayou
Relationships
Top 9% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Attitudes
Top 12% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
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.
Beliefs
Top 16% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Straight answers
Hudson Bayou FAQs
Is Hudson Bayou a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quiet, established neighborhood within walking or biking distance of downtown Sarasota. The setting along the bayou and the short hop to Lido Key and the beaches are the main draws. It's residential and low-key rather than flashy.
Is Hudson Bayou expensive?+
Yes — it's one of Sarasota's premium pockets, with a median list price of $2,500,000 across the 15 active listings. You're paying for location near the bay and the city core rather than sheer size. Buyers comparing it to other Sarasota neighborhoods should budget accordingly.
What do homes cost in Hudson Bayou?+
Current active listings carry a median list price of $2,500,000, reflecting the neighborhood's small footprint and bayside location. With only 15 homes on the market, pricing skews toward the high end of Sarasota. Detailed per-square-foot and size figures aren't reliably available given the limited inventory.
How is the market in Hudson Bayou?+
It's a thin, low-turnover market — there are 15 active listings and no recorded closings in the past 12 months, which tells you how rarely homes here change hands. That scarcity supports values but also means you may wait for the right property. Watching nearby Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores can widen your options.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Hudson Bayou is largely a neighborhood of individual homes rather than a single managed community, and HOA and tax figures aren't broken out in the current data. Because assessments here follow high home values, buyers should confirm the specific tax bill on any property with their agent. Florida's homestead exemption can meaningfully reduce the annual amount for primary residents.
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