Median Age
62 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 21% of Residents
Under 20
12%
Over 65
45%
Osprey, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,823
Population
6,934
Renter Mix
10% Rent
Delight in a tranquil vibe between Sarasota and Venice
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Osprey is a small, unincorporated community in Sarasota County, positioned between the city of Sarasota to the north and Venice to the south along Florida's Gulf Coast. Its character is shaped more by natural surroundings than by urban activity, with Little Sarasota Bay running along its western edge and Oscar Scherer State Park anchoring much of its eastern side. The pace here is noticeably quieter than in neighboring Sarasota, making it a draw for those who want proximity to a larger metro without the density that comes with it.
The local economy leans on healthcare, retail, and service industries based in the broader Sarasota County corridor, and residents have easy access to Sarasota's employment centers. The Pine Ranch and Sorrento areas represent some of the residential variety found here, ranging from gated communities and single-family homes to smaller apartment communities and townhome-style rentals. High-rise living is not part of Osprey's footprint. Instead, low-density apartment communities set among mature landscaping are more typical of what renters will find.
Osprey is home to Pine View School, a nationally recognized public school for gifted students that draws attention from across the region. That educational anchor contributes to the community's reputation as a place where learning and quality of life carry real weight.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$93,648
Average: $127,101
Education
3,840
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,762
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Osprey has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
10%
Non-Renters
90%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
51%
Other Education
49%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Osprey, FL is $1,823 for one bedroom, $2,072 for two bedrooms, and $2,726 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Osprey has decreased by -3.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,823/month
788 Sq Ft
House
$6,278/month
2,561 Sq Ft
Condo
$4,849/month
1,450 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Osprey, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
1,830 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,830 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,830 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Oscar Scherer State Park
- Laurel Park
- Pocono Trail Preserve
- Curry Creek Preserve
- Twin Lakes Park
Military Bases
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.