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Siesta Key, FL

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A trendy island getaway fit for every type of renter

Upscale Beach Coastal Tourism Family-Friendly Nightlife

The island neighbor to Sarasota, the city of Siesta Key is a lively suburb and tourist destination filled with seafood joints, bars, cafes, and upscale rentals with oceanfront views. Though the cost of living is a little higher in Siesta Key, it’s easy to see why. This coastal oasis blends a family-friendly atmosphere with a happening nightlife scene, offering something for every type of renter. From Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar to the Siesta Key Oyster Bar, seafood restaurants are this city’s specialty.

Locals enjoy visiting the Daiquiri Decks in both Siesta Key Village and South Siesta Key. Though the city’s restaurants and bars keep tourists and residents happy, Siesta Key Beach is the main event. The white sand, clear waters, and welcoming community make Siesta Key the family-friendly tourist destination that it is. But this city is more than just a summer vacation getaway. Residents love living here all year round! Local businesses, small town charm, and waterfront views are just a few of the reasons renters recommend living in Florida’s Siesta Key.

Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

60

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Phillippi Estate Park
  • Red Bug Slough Preserve
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
  • Urfer Family Park
  • Mote Marine Aquarium

Airports

  • Sarasota/Bradenton International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.