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Late summer in Sarasota County has its own rhythm. The days are warm, afternoon showers can arrive quickly, and many residents learn to make the most of the morning. One of the best ways to do that is at a local farmers market. From Downtown Sarasota and Siesta Key to Venice, Wellen Park and North P

Burns Court Villas: Downtown Living Near Burns Court and Palm Avenue Burns Court Villas offers a distinctive way to experience Downtown Sarasota real estate. Rather than choosing a residence in a large downtown tower, buyers here can enjoy a smaller-scale residential environment within the Burns Cou

En Provence on Longboat Key offers a distinctive alternative to traditional beachfront high-rise living. With just 21 residences arranged among three Mediterranean-inspired buildings on Gulf-front property, the community combines unusually large condominium residences, direct beach access, private g

Some Siesta Key properties are about luxury amenities. Others are about putting the beach at the center of everyday life. Siesta Beach House belongs firmly in the second category. Located at 5950 Midnight Pass Road, this established condominium community stretches along private Windsong Lane toward

    For buyers who want Sarasota waterfront living without giving up the energy and convenience of downtown, Golden Gate Point occupies a distinctive position in the market. This compact residential peninsula sits beside Sarasota Bay and offers a collection of luxury and boutique condominium buildin

    You are getting ready to sell your Florida home. The kitchen is dated. The bathrooms could use attention. The flooring has seen better days. Maybe the pool deck needs work, the paint colors are no longer current, or you have been thinking about replacing the countertops for years. So, should you

Selling a waterfront home in Sarasota is different from selling a conventional house—even when the two properties have similar square footage, finishes, and architectural quality. The reason is simple: a waterfront buyer is not purchasing only the house. The buyer may also be purchasing a view, boat

    Homeowners along Florida's Gulf Coast have a renovation question that is more complicated than it first appears: Which improvements actually add the most value? A beautiful kitchen can certainly attract attention. So can a resort-style pool, new flooring, an updated primary bathroom, or a redesi

    Villa di Lancia brings European-inspired architecture, spacious residences, and an intimate resort atmosphere to the Gulf shoreline of Longboat Key. Completed in 1996, this private beachfront community contains just 38 residences in two Mediterranean-style buildings. Direct beach access, Gulf vi

    You do not have to live in Florida—or even be in Florida—to successfully buy a home here. Every year, buyers purchase Sarasota and Gulf Coast properties while living hundreds or thousands of miles away. The process is increasingly practical to manage remotely. Listings can be screened online, ho

    Should you buy a brand-new home or an existing property in Southwest Florida? It is one of the most important decisions buyers face when searching in Sarasota, Manatee County, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, North Port, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities. New construction can offer modern design, cu

    Buying a Florida condo can provide a compelling combination of location, amenities, lower-maintenance living, and access to some of the state’s most desirable coastal communities. But when you purchase a condominium, you are buying more than the residence behind the front door. You are also buyi

    You found the Florida home, completed inspections, worked through financing and insurance, and made it to the final stretch. Now comes a surprisingly important part of the purchase: making sure the house is actually ready for you to live in after closing. Moving day involves much more than sched

    Some Sarasota neighborhoods are prized for their waterfront setting. Others stand out because they are close to downtown, the beaches or boating. Bird Key occupies an unusual position because it brings all of those qualities together on one residential island in Sarasota Bay. Located along the J

    When buying a home on Florida’s Gulf Coast, insurance deserves attention much earlier than the week before closing. A home’s location, roof, age, construction, storm-protection features, flood characteristics, claims history, and property type can all affect the insurance picture. For buyers com

    Not every Longboat Key property is about grand towers, formal lobbies and expansive resort complexes. Beach Castle offers something different: a smaller-scale, decidedly relaxed version of island living where the Gulf of Mexico is on one side and Sarasota Bay is on the other. Set at one of the n

    If your vision of Longboat Key living includes a gated residential setting, private Gulf beach access, boating, golf-course views and a choice between single-family homes, villas and luxury condominiums, Bay Isles deserves a place near the top of your search. Located on the bay side of Longboat

    Buying a second home in Sarasota can mean waking up near the Gulf, spending winters in Florida, keeping a condominium close to downtown, owning a waterfront retreat, or creating a gathering place for family and friends. But a second-home purchase should be approached differently from a vacation.

    For buyers who want boating to be part of everyday life, the Sarasota real estate market offers an unusually diverse collection of waterfront communities. You can find luxury homes with private docks on Sarasota Bay, canal-front neighborhoods with convenient boating access, island condominiums w

    If you're searching for a beach home near Sarasota, two islands are likely to rise quickly to the top of your list: Longboat Key and Siesta Key. Both offer beautiful Gulf Coast settings, waterfront real estate and easy access to Sarasota, but the lifestyles can feel remarkably different. Longboa