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    En Pointe Sarasota is an intimate four-residence luxury condominium at 509 Golden Gate Point, immediately beside Downtown Sarasota and the John Ringling Causeway. Each residence occupies a full floor and combines private elevator entry, three bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms, two terraces

    Citywalk Sarasota is a gated, low-rise condominium community at 2121 Wood Street near downtown Sarasota, Payne Park and the Legacy Trail. The approximately 70-residence community offers mostly compact one- and two-bedroom condos, along with amenities that include a heated swimming pool, spa and

    The best activities between Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch include exploring Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, walking or paddling at Nathan Benderson Park, shopping and dining around University Town Center, spending an afternoon at Waterside Place, attending Lakewood Ranch events, and enjoying the ar

    For remote workers relocating to Sarasota, some of the strongest places to begin a home search are Lakewood Ranch, University Park, The Meadows, and Palmer Ranch. These areas offer different combinations of single-family homes, residential space, established or master-planned settings, outdoor r

    Cottage Walk is a small residential community in Sarasota’s historic Laurel Park neighborhood, just south of the Downtown Sarasota core. The community consists of only eight residences and offers a low-density alternative to the high-rise condominium lifestyle found elsewhere downtown. Buyers ca

    Some of the best attractions between Sarasota and Venice are concentrated around Osprey, Nokomis and Casey Key, making the drive between the two cities worth exploring rather than simply passing through. Historic Spanish Point combines gardens, archaeology and waterfront history, Oscar Scherer S

    Enclave at Laurel Park is a boutique gated townhome community in Sarasota's Laurel Park neighborhood, immediately south of the downtown core. The community website identifies 17 townhomes, giving buyers an urban residential option that feels distinctly different from living in one of downtown Sa

    Citrus Square is a mixed-use condominium development along North Orange Avenue in Sarasota’s Rosemary District, immediately north of the traditional downtown core. The development combines residential condominiums with street-level commercial space, giving owners a lower-rise urban alternative t

      Beau Ciel is a boutique luxury condominium at 990 Boulevard of the Arts near Sarasota Bay and downtown Sarasota's northern waterfront. With approximately 44 residences, private elevator entry, 24-hour concierge service, a fitness center, social spaces, pool and spa, Beau Ciel offers a differen

    One of the rewards of living on Florida's Gulf Coast is having remarkable wildlife experiences close to home. Around Sarasota, residents can watch dolphins in coastal waters, look for manatees, photograph wading birds, paddle through mangrove habitat and spend a morning exploring wetlands, prair

    VUE Sarasota Bay and BLVD Sarasota are both modern 18-story luxury condominium buildings in Downtown Sarasota, but they offer noticeably different ownership experiences. VUE, at 1155 N. Gulfstream Avenue, contains substantially more residences and occupies a prominent position near Sarasota Bay

    One Watergate is an established Downtown Sarasota condominium at 1111 N. Gulfstream Avenue, positioned along the bayfront between Sarasota's traditional downtown core and the northern waterfront. The 18-story building contains 104 residences and dates to 1974, but significant building improvemen

    The best restaurants in Sarasota range from MICHELIN-recognized neighborhood spots and chef-driven downtown dining to fresh seafood, Italian cuisine, steaks, and restaurants overlooking Sarasota Bay. For 2026, Sarasota's dining scene received additional national recognition when three local rest

    The Jewel Sarasota is a boutique luxury condominium tower at 1301 Main Street, at the prominent intersection of Main Street and Gulfstream Avenue in Downtown Sarasota. The 18-story mixed-use building combines expansive residences, Sarasota Bay and city views, extensive private amenities, garage

    Plaza at Five Points is an established luxury condominium building at 50 Central Avenue in the heart of Downtown Sarasota. Its defining advantage is location. Residents are positioned at Five Points near Main Street, restaurants, Sarasota Opera, Selby Public Library, Five Points Park and the bro

    Sarasota-area sellers hoping to reach winter buyers should begin preparing before peak snowbird season is fully underway. Visit Sarasota County identifies December through March as the area’s traditional high season, while Hunt Brothers Realty’s Sarasota seller guide notes that winter can be an

    The Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences at 35 Watergate Drive offer an established version of branded luxury condominium living on the downtown Sarasota bayfront. Completed in 2003, The Tower Residences combine privately owned condominiums with Ritz-Carlton-managed services, a waterfront setting near

    1350 Main is a high-rise condominium on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Sarasota, Florida. Its defining advantage is location: residents live directly in the urban core, close to restaurants, shops, cultural venues, the Sarasota Farmers Market and Sarasota Bay. The building combines one- to

    Fall 2026 brings a busy calendar of festivals and community events to Sarasota and Venice, with outdoor art shows, food and wine gatherings, farmers markets, beach events and seasonal celebrations scheduled from September through November. Highlights include the St. Armands Circle Art Festival,

    BLVD Sarasota is a luxury high-rise condominium at 540 N Tamiami Trail near Boulevard of the Arts in downtown Sarasota, Florida. Completed in the late 2010s, the building combines spacious contemporary residences, large terraces, floor-to-ceiling windows, Sarasota Bay and city views, concierge s