1501 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236 · Sarasota County
Pines of Sarasota, a legacy of compassionate care providing rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, assisted living and memory care for seniors in our community.
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Typically 100% full (189 of 171 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Pines of Sarasota is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Sarasota, FL, with 171 certified beds and an average of about 189 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
None noted in the public data.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,730–$12,600/mo (median $10,850) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local North Port prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
1501 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL
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Talk to an advisor about this communityPines of Sarasota does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sarasota, FL area typically runs $9,730–$12,600 per month (median $10,850, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Pines of Sarasota 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Pines of Sarasota has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-05-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 100% full (189 of 171 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Pines of Sarasota in Sarasota, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 171 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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