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Broadway Promenade occupies an interesting position in Sarasota's urban real estate market. Located at 1064 N Tamiami Trail, the condominium community sits just north of the traditional downtown core, near the Rosemary District, Sarasota's Cultural Arts District and the waterfront. Its appeal is not

Some Siesta Key communities are defined primarily by the beach. Others appeal to boaters because of their location on the bayside. The Anchorage Yacht & Tennis Club brings elements of both lifestyles together. Located at 6415 Midnight Pass Road, The Anchorage sits on the Intracoastal side of Siesta

Longboat Harbour Towers occupies the kind of location many buyers picture when they begin searching for Longboat Key real estate: a condominium directly on the Gulf of Mexico, with the beach immediately outside and sunset views available from many residences. Located at 4401 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Lo

Aloha Kai offers a version of Siesta Key real estate that feels distinctly different from a high-rise condominium or large resort. Located at 6020 Midnight Pass Road, the gated community consists primarily of low-rise, villa-style residences stretching toward the white quartz sand of Crescent Beach.

Artisan on Main offers a different approach to living near Downtown Sarasota. Instead of a condominium tower with shared hallways and structured parking, the community consists of contemporary multi-level townhomes with private entrances, attached garages and rooftop terraces at the eastern end of M

Lido Ambassador is an established beachfront condominium community at 800 Benjamin Franklin Drive on Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida. Developed in 1978, the seven-story building contains 74 residences and offers direct access to Lido Beach, Gulf views from select units, a heated pool, fitness faciliti

Downtown Sarasota condo living can be a strong fit for buyers who prioritize an urban location, access to restaurants, cultural attractions and Sarasota Bay, plus the convenience of condominium ownership. The choices range from boutique residences and townhome-style condominiums to amenity-rich high

Buying a home near Florida's Gulf Coast can mean easy access to beaches, boating, waterfront recreation and the lifestyle that draws buyers to Sarasota and Southwest Florida. Coastal ownership also introduces questions that may not matter as much farther inland. Flood exposure, elevation, insurance,

Waterside at Lakewood Ranch combines residential villages, large lakes, recreation, trails and a lakefront town center into one of the most distinctive areas of Lakewood Ranch. Buyers can find everything from lower-maintenance homes and townhomes to substantial luxury and custom residences, while Wa

Alta Mer Sarasota is a boutique waterfront condominium at 306 Golden Gate Point, one of the most distinctive residential addresses near Downtown Sarasota. Built in 1996 with only six residences, Alta Mer represents an earlier generation of luxury development on the peninsula: large homes, low reside

Midnight Cove Bayside offers an unusual combination on Siesta Key: a condominium setting directly along the Intracoastal Waterway with boating facilities while still providing access to the white sand of Crescent Beach. Midnight Cove spans approximately 11 tropical acres from the Gulf side of Siesta

The Evolution at 111 Golden Gate Point is a boutique luxury condominium with just 20 residences on one of Sarasota's most distinctive waterfront peninsulas. The building combines contemporary architecture, floor-to-ceiling glass, generous terraces, private garage arrangements, resort-style amenities

Wellen Park, Florida is an approximately 11,000-acre master-planned community in southern Sarasota County, west of I-75 and accessible from U.S. 41/Tamiami Trail and River Road. Depending on the location, properties within Wellen Park fall inside either the City of North Port or unincorporated Saras

688 Golden Gate Point, marketed as SIX88 Sarasota, is a boutique luxury condominium on Sarasota Bay in the Golden Gate Point neighborhood of Sarasota, Florida. The development was approved for just 10 residences, creating a substantially more intimate ownership environment than a large downtown high

Condo on the Bay is a waterfront condominium community at 888 and 988 Boulevard of the Arts in Downtown Sarasota, directly on Sarasota Bay. Built in 1982, the community combines two high-rise towers with bayfront amenities, boating access, pools, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball, secured en

Wellen Park and Lakewood Ranch are two major master-planned communities on Florida's Gulf Coast, but they offer different locations and community experiences. Wellen Park is in southern Sarasota County, with sections in the City of North Port and unincorporated Sarasota County, and is closely connec

Boating culture is part of everyday life on Florida's Gulf Coast because the water is not simply scenery. Around Sarasota, Sarasota Bay, the Intracoastal Waterway, canals, passes, marinas, boat ramps, and the Gulf of Mexico create a network that shapes recreation and waterfront real estate. In commu

BAYSO Sarasota is a luxury high-rise condominium in The Quay waterfront district of Downtown Sarasota, offering contemporary residences, Sarasota Bay views from many units, and a resort-style amenity program near the city's waterfront and downtown core. For buyers, the appeal goes beyond a newer bui

Choosing between a condo, townhome, and single-family home in 2026 comes down to more than purchase price. Condos can offer lower-maintenance living and shared amenities, townhomes can provide a middle ground between condominium convenience and house-like space, and single-family homes generally off

There are plenty of places to get a good meal around Sarasota and Venice. But dinner with boats drifting past the table, pelicans diving into the bay and a Gulf Coast sunset unfolding in the background? That's a different experience entirely. Waterfront dining is one of the pleasures of living on Fl