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Owning a waterfront home in Sarasota can mean stepping outside to water views, keeping a boat behind the house and enjoying a coastal lifestyle that is difficult to duplicate inland. But waterfront ownership also introduces maintenance responsibilities that buyers should understand before closing. A

  For some Sarasota buyers, waterfront living means opening the door and walking directly onto a Gulf beach. For others, it means keeping a boat behind the house and reaching Sarasota Bay within minutes. Still others want a high-rise condominium overlooking the bay, a quiet barrier-island retreat or

Selling a home can look straightforward from the outside: choose a price, put the property online, schedule showings and wait for an offer. In practice, the decisions made before and during a Sarasota home sale can have a significant effect on how buyers respond to the property. Pricing too aggressi

There is Gulf-front living, and then there is waking up with the Gulf of Mexico filling the view outside your windows. The Castillian is a beachfront condominium community on Longboat Key where the relationship with the water is immediate. The community consists of two buildings with just 30 residen

One of the first decisions many Sarasota-area buyers face is whether to purchase an established home or start fresh with new construction. The choice can look simple. New construction offers modern finishes, current building standards and fewer years of wear. Older homes may offer established neighb

Longboat Key is famous for Gulf-front condominium living, but some of the island's most compelling luxury communities face the other direction. Tangerine Bay Club is a prime example. Located along Sarasota Bay at 340–380 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Tangerine Bay Club is a gated community of 90 residences

Living near Florida's Gulf Coast can mean morning walks near the water, boating weekends, warm winters and easy access to some of Sarasota's best-known beaches. But buying a coastal home also requires a different kind of due diligence. Flood exposure, wind protection, insurance, roof condition, drai

Not every beachfront condominium on Longboat Key is a high-rise tower. The Diplomat offers something very different: a classic, low-rise Gulf-front setting where the beach is remarkably close to every residence. Located at 3155 Gulf of Mexico Drive, The Diplomat Beach Resort is an established condom

Moving from the Midwest to Sarasota can feel like trading one version of everyday life for another. Snow shovels become hurricane supplies. Basements become rare. Screened lanais become common. Weekend trips to the lake may turn into mornings at the beach, and winter weather becomes something you wa

Longboat Key offers everything from low-rise beach communities to newer luxury developments, but there is something distinctive about classic Gulf-front high-rise living. Privateer is one of the communities that defines that experience. Located behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club on the southe

Choosing a Sarasota neighborhood for a vacation home and choosing one for full-time living can be two very different decisions. When Sarasota becomes home year-round, everyday considerations start to matter more. How convenient is grocery shopping? How easy is it to reach work, healthcare and restau

Some Siesta Key condominium communities are about being near the beach. House of the Sun offers something different: a location directly on Crescent Beach, where the Gulf of Mexico becomes part of everyday life. Located at 6518 Midnight Pass Road, House of the Sun is an established Gulf-front condom

Longboat Key buyers often find themselves comparing two versions of waterfront living. The Gulf side offers beaches and sunsets, while the bay side appeals to boaters, kayakers and buyers who enjoy the calmer waters of Sarasota Bay. Buttonwood Cove offers an attractive combination of both. Located a

Not every Sarasota buyer is looking for a new gated community, a downtown condominium or a home directly on the barrier islands. For buyers who want an established neighborhood, convenient access to everyday shopping and dining, and proximity to Siesta Key, Gulf Gate offers another compelling option

Some condominium communities succeed because of a spectacular view. Others attract buyers because of amenities, location or a strong sense of place. Beachplace on Longboat Key brings all of those elements together in one established Gulf-front community. Spread across approximately 31 acres near the

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

The Founders Club in Sarasota offers a distinctive combination of private golf, luxury single-family homes and a low-density residential setting east of Interstate 75. The gated community encompasses approximately 700 acres of lakes, fairways and nature preserves but is limited to just 262 homes. At

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

Sand Cay captures a relaxed side of Longboat Key living: low-rise condominiums, tropical grounds, a private Gulf beach, and resort amenities without the scale or formality of a luxury high-rise. Located at 4725 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Sand Cay Beach Resort combines privately owned furnished condominiu