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    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 re

    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 Si

    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 ameni

    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 S

    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

    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, secure

    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 co

    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 c

    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

    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

    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 o

    The best Downtown Sarasota condos depend on how you want to live. Buyers prioritizing restaurants, shopping, and cultural venues may prefer Main Street and Five Points, while Sarasota Bay views point toward the bayfront, The Quay, and Golden Gate Point. The Rosemary District offers another downt

    Mention Florida's Gulf Coast real estate and it's easy to picture multimillion-dollar waterfront homes, luxury downtown towers and beachfront condominiums. But that's only one part of the market. In 2026, a budget of $400,000 or less can still open the door to a surprisingly broad range of homes

    You may not need a 20% down payment to buy a home. Depending on your finances and eligibility, some mortgage programs allow qualified buyers to purchase with substantially less upfront, including FHA financing with a minimum required investment of 3.5% and VA financing that can require no down p

  Choosing among Downtown Sarasota condos is often easier when you compare locations and lifestyles before comparing individual units. Main Street and Five Points put restaurants, shops and cultural destinations close at hand. Palm Avenue and the bayfront combine downtown access with proximity to Sa

    Yes. Sarasota remains one of America's notable retirement destinations in 2026—and it made Investopedia's list of the 100 Best U.S. Cities for Retirees. But Sarasota's results vary dramatically among national rankings because different studies measure affordability, healthcare, housing, taxes an

    Retirement-friendly communities in Englewood and South Sarasota give buyers several ways to reduce home maintenance while staying connected to Florida's Gulf Coast lifestyle. Options include 55+ communities, single-story villas, condominiums, gated neighborhoods, and communities where an associa

    Florida's Gulf Coast offers much more than beautiful beaches. Families living in or visiting the Sarasota area have access to outdoor adventures that combine fun, exercise, and opportunities to experience nature together. Whether you're introducing young children to the beach for the first time

    Buyers who want a Florida Gulf Coast lifestyle without focusing their search on higher-priced Siesta Key beachfront homes have several areas worth exploring around Venice. Nokomis, South Venice, Englewood, and communities farther inland can provide access to Gulf beaches, boating, parks, shoppin

    A Florida home can look beautiful during a showing and still have expensive issues hiding behind the walls, beneath the floors or overhead. That is why the inspection period can be one of the most important stages of buying a home. In Sarasota, Manatee County and throughout Florida, three items