The housing market in Manatee and Sarasota counties shows rising sales, tightening inventory, and stable prices. Manatee single-family home sales rose 21.9% with a slight price dip, while condos dropped 11.3% in price. Sarasota single-family sales increased 8.9% with a 3.3% price rise; condos and townhomes saw a 40.4% sales jump and a 3.8% price increase. Buyers are adopting a more strategic, value-focused approach.