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        <description>Read the Sarasota real estate blog and news presented by John Allen. View the latest information at our real estate blog for Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key and Casey Key Florida.</description>
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            <title>Siesta Key Real Estate Update - February 2012</title>
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Each year, Siesta Key real estate activity on our websites and blogs increases dramatically each time Dr. Beach publishes his Top 10 Best Beaches report. Siesta Key, now at the no. 1 spot for 2011, has a new billboard that touts its top spot. Interest rates, single family home and condo real estate inventory are still good on the Key, and buyers are here. 


Many buyers of Siesta Key real estate have been coming to this word-famous beach for decades. These visitors have seen prices jump out of their reach, and now they are trying to get a piece of paradise before prices make another jump. Siesta Key’s weather, gorgeous white sand and the Gulf of Mexico are the big draw. The relaxed atmosphere of Siesta Key Village and the friendliness of the people as well as a laid-back resort lifestyle have visitors dreaming of owning their own sandcastle.


Siesta Real Estate Market


Both single family home and condo inventory are down. Buyers have been taking advantage of low prices and low interest rates. Prices start at $119,900 for a bank-owned condo at Ebbtide and go up to $2,499,999 for a 5 bedroom penthouse at Island House.  Pricing of single family homes start around $250,000.


Single Family Homes Sales Activity for Last 6 Months




Current Single family homes for sale: 170


Lowest Priced Home: $250,000


Highest Priced Home: $14,500,000


Pending Single Family Homes:  27


Single family Homes Sold Last 6 Months:  75


Lowest Priced Home Sold: $165,000


Highest Priced Home Sold: $4,100,000


Average Price Home Sold: $785,235


Median Price Home Sold: $530,000




Visit our Siesta Key homes section to view all current home listings for sale.


Siesta Key Condos Sales Activity for Last 6 Months (Condos, Villas &amp; Townhouses)




Current Listing Condos: 320


Lowest Priced Condo: $119,900


Highest Priced Condo: $2,499,999


Pending Condo Sales: 45


Condos Sold in Last 6 Months: 135


Lowest Priced Condo Sold: $100,000


Highest Priced Condo Sold: $1,890,000


Average Price Sold: $401,124


Median Price Sold: $340,000




You can view detailed information and search all active MLS listings at our Siesta Key condos for sale section of this website. Our website is updated daily with new listings!


Activities on Siesta Key include relaxing, beachcombing, shell collecting, boating, fishing, walking, swimming and shopping to name a few. Sarasota’s downtown cultural activities are a short drive from the Siesta Key too!


If you are looking for an experienced Siesta Key Realty company to help you navigate all the options, feel free to contact us today. Don’t miss out a good buy. Ask our team of experts to help you select a single family home or Siesta Key condo for sale that fits your lifestyle and budget.
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Sarasota Real Estate Sale up 8.2 percent in 2011</title>
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The Sarasota Association of Realtors released data yesterday showing Sarasota real estate sales jumped by 8.2 percent to 8,224 in 2011. This is the highest level since 2005. &ldquo;The surge in sales was accompanied by stabilization in the median sale prices, which now stand at $155,925 for single family homes and $156,800 for condos over the full year, and have not fluctuated much for the past 12 months.&rdquo;

Real estate is local and the Sarasota, Florida area is the considered the &ldquo;place to be&rdquo; by many homebuyers. &ldquo;For the overall year of 2011, the resurgence in sales was dramatic, and represents a 44 percent increase over the low point of the downturn in 2008, when only 5,820 properties changed hands.&rdquo;

New SAR President Laura Benson said &quot;This is really incredible news, and demonstrates how far this market has improved in only three short years.&quot; &quot;Now, we also offer very affordable pricing. Combined with the high quality of homes and condos on the market, I think we clearly have the best values in Florida, without question.&quot;

Property transactions in the Sarasota real estate market jumped 7.3 percent in December 2011, compared to the November totals. Combined sales stood at 648, up from last month's figure of 602 and the October 2011 sales of 577. This sales resurgence has paralleled the drop in the available inventory, and put the remaining months of inventory in the range of a seller's market.

Inventory of properties for sale in Sarasota was at 4,567 in December. November 2011 inventory of available properties was 4,672. Inventory of available properties in Sarasota slid to a 10-year low totaling 4,408 in August 2011. As the inventory diminished, &ldquo;the months of inventory has dropped and now stands at 6.3 months for single family homes and 9.2 months for condos. A figure of 6 months is considered equilibrium between a buyer's and a seller's market.&rdquo;

For the complete press release and statistical charts, contact the John Allen Team at BuySarasota.com.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:20:20 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Sarasota Real Estate Market Data Continues to Improve</title>
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The Sarasota Florida&nbsp;real estate market continues to improve and is &ldquo;trending toward normalcy&rdquo; according to a press release issued by the Sarasota Association of Realtors for August 2011 sales figures.


Inventory of Sarasota MLS listings for sale has steadily dropped.  The sales demand has stabilized which points to a more &ldquo;normal&rdquo; Sarasota real estate market.  


For the past nine months inventories have been dropping and, in August 2011, &ldquo;hit a decade-low figure of 4,408.&rdquo;  During the last 10 months, Sarasota property sales have exceeded 500 every month.  The Boards release state that sales hit 700 four times.  The median sale price for single family homes and condos in August was $165,000.  This was a 23 percent better than the lows of February 2011 when the median price of single family homes and condos was $137,500.


SAR President Mike Bruno said &quot;We're starting to see a definite trend line developing, and it's very positive.&quot; &quot;No one has a crystal ball, and it wouldn't be wise for anyone to make a solid prediction on the future of our market. But we can clearly see the normal market forces of supply and demand as Sarasota is becoming a seller's market, in which price appreciation would be expected.&quot;


&ldquo;The Sarasota Association of Realtors reported 601 property sales in August 2011, which was almost 6 percent higher than the August 2010 total of 567 sales. The breakdown was 445 single family home closings (the same as in July 2011) and 156 condo closings (two more than in July). The median sales prices (noted above) were about 6.5 percent higher than last year at this time.


In August, the total inventory of available properties dropped again to the lowest level in more than a decade. There were 2,817 single family homes and 1,591 condos on the market. The current figure represents an astonishing drop from the high of 17,102 properties on the market in March 2007. With only a quarter of the properties on the market compared to four years ago, competition for properties has been dramatically increased, and agents are now fielding multiple bids on many properties.&rdquo;


Pending sales in August 2011 were about the same as in July 2011.  There were 618 single family homes and 195 Sarasota condos under contract for a total of 813. In August 2010, there were 816 pending sales were reported by SAR.


&quot;We are coming out of the usually slower summer sales months with a much improved, healthier real estate market,&quot; said SAR President Mike Bruno. &quot;The fall should prove to be steady and strong. The only thing continuing to hold back our market from even bigger numbers is the percentage of distressed sales, which is still higher than we'd like to see.&quot;


Short Sales and Distressed Properties


&ldquo;The overall percentage of distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales) rose slightly in August 2011 to 41.2 percent from the 38 percent figure in July 2011. That compares to 47 percent as recently as February 2011 and a high of 51 percent in November 2010.&rdquo;


&quot;The non-distressed properties are still selling for two or three times more than the short sales and foreclosures,&quot; explained Bruno. &quot;This is a huge difference, and naturally pulls down the overall median sale price. But everyone remains hopeful that the distressed inventory, which now represents less than 20 percent of the total available properties, will start to drop rapidly in the coming months.&quot;


Sarasota Florida is a destination city with beautiful beaches, extraordinary cultural and entertainment venues as well as excellent schools and a vibrant downtown area.  Our city continues to draw international attention.  Sarasota is a wonderful place to live and work.
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            <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 18:53:22 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Siesta Isles Neighborhood Profile &amp; Market Update</title>
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Are you looking to enjoy the laid back Siesta Key lifestyle? Do you have a boat, but still want to enjoy the beach? You can have it all in Siesta Isles. This deed restricted neighborhood has nearly four miles of canals and is located only a short walk from world-renowned Siesta Key Beach, voted the Best Beach in the United States for 2011. In addition, downtown Sarasotas dining, nightlife and cultural events are only about a 15 to 20 minute drive away. 

Comprised of two islands that can be accessed by Contento Drive and Azure Way, the majority of Siesta Isles homes are directly on canals that offer quick access to the Intercostal waterway. Most of the homes in Siesta Isles are Florida ranch style homes built in the 1960s and 1970s. However, some of the original homes have been torn down to make way for newer homes. 

Contact us for more information or to make arrangements for a private tour of homes for sale in Siesta Isles.

Location Map



View Larger Map

Siesta Isles Quick Facts


Homes in Neighborhood: 295

Year Built: 1959 to 2010

Size Range (A/C): 1161 square feet to 4,756 square feet


September 2011 MLS Data for Siesta Isles


Current Listings: 4

Highest Priced Home: $1,299,000

Lowest Priced Home: $449,000

Median Listing Price: $789,450

Average Listing Price: $831,725


2011 Real Estate Sales in Siesta Isles


Total Sales: 7

Highest Sale: $850,000

Lowest Sale: $305,000

Median Sale Price: $775,000

Average Sale Price: $664,128

Average Sale Price PSF: $298.69




Interested in other areas? Visit out comprehensive Siesta Key homes section to explorer other communities on the island. Our experienced agents will be happy to discuss which neighborhoods best fit your lifestyle and budget.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 22:16:52 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>2011 Market Update - Sarasota Real Estate</title>
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Real estate in Sarasota, Florida has continued to sell at a brisk pace in 2011. The Sarasota Association of Realtors recently issued its August a press release reporting 599 properties sold in July 2011, a 14.3 percent increase from the previous year. In the&nbsp;July 2010 Sarasota real estate market, there were 525 property sales.

Single family home closings totaled 445 and 154 condos sold in July of this year. Four months in 2011, sales have hit the 700 level or above. July marked the fourth month in the previous 12 with sales exceeding 700 units. June sales reached 728 and May sales were the highest at 796 during Sarasotas busiest selling season. Sales in July, of course, cooled as summer arrived. The Federal homebuyer tax credit which was a selling factor also expired during this time.

Good News for Sarasota Real Estate Sellers in July 2011 

Excerpt from the SAR Press Release:

The total inventory of available properties dropped again to the lowest level in more than a decade. There were 2,829 single family homes and 1,656 condos on the market, for a total of 4,485 available properties. This is more than a 7 percent drop from the June 2011 total of 4,830, and a 25 percent drop from the July 2010 figure of 6,054. The decreased inventory could spur stronger competition for homes and condos, and subsequent price appreciation.

The median price of a single family home in July was $169,900, just slightly lower than the June figure of $175,000. The July 2010 figure stood at $155,000, so the median price was up almost 10 percent from last year at this time. The condo median price slipped to $145,000 from $185,000 in June, but was 14 percent higher than last July's median of $127,000.

The months of inventory rose to 6.4 months for single family homes, from last month's figure of 5.9 months. For condos, the months of inventory also rose to 10.7 months from June's figure of 8.2 months. Both figures remain far below the highs of 25.3 months for single family (in early 2009) and 41.7 months for condos (in late 2008). This statistic represents the time it would take to sell the existing inventory at the current month's rate of sales. The 6 month level is traditionally a point which represents equilibrium in the market between buyers and sellers.

Pending sales in July 2011 increased from 754 in June to 799. Pending sales in July 2010 were headed downward in the summer which indicated lower total sales in the fall period.

SAR President Michael Bruno point out that &ldquo;while we did see the market seasonally moderate in July from the hot selling pace weve experienced in the first half of 2011, these numbers still reflect strength in the market. There hasnt been an alarming drop in sales, and the higher number of pending sales signals a healthy fall market. The inventory of available properties remains at a low for the past decade, and this historically means we should experience upward pressure on prices. The percentage of distressed property sales has remained stable, which is another positive factor.&rdquo;

Short sales and foreclosure sales remained at &ldquo;38 percent of the July 2011 sales figures. In February 2011 distressed sales totaled 47 percent of total sales and in November 2010, distressed sales totaled 51 percent of total sales.

SAR President Bruno also stated that &ldquo;the impact of recent events in the financial market may cause some uncertainly in terms of national home sales, but we all know that real estate is local, and Sarasota is traditionally a market that emerges from tough times with strength and leads the new wave of prosperity.&rdquo;

Sarasota Real Estate Market Recap for July 2011


Total Properties Sold: 599

Single Family Homes Sold: 445

Condos Sold: 154

Median Price Single Family Homes: $169,900

Median Price Condos: $145,000


The Sarasota real estate market continues to tempt international buyers who have marked Sarasota as a &ldquo;hot&rdquo; destination for decades. Price adjustments have afforded many real estate buyers the opportunity of a lifetime to purchase a home or condo in one of the worlds most beautiful cities where culture and the arts intertwine with Sarasota's crown jewels, the barrier islands of Siesta Key, Casey Key, Bird Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 09:41:51 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>The Museum Area - Sapphire Shores and Indian Beach Real Estate</title>
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The Sapphire Shores and Indian Beach neighborhoods (also referred to as &ldquo;The Museum Area&rdquo;) stretch west of Tamiami Trail from Whitaker Bayou to New College. The area contains an eclectic mix of homes with architectural styles ranging from 1920s Mediterranean Revival to 50s ranch homes and also includes shining examples of Sarasota's own brand of modern architecture. All of the homes in this area are on or within walking distance to the natural beauty of Sarasota Bay. The neighborhood is a quick five minute drive to downtown Sarasota and a fifteen minute jaunt to the beaches of Lido Key. Cultural highlights of the Indian Beach and Sapphire Shores area include: The John and Mable Ringling Museum, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, USF, New College and the Ringling College of Art and Design. 

Search Current Real Estate listings

Indian Beach Sarasota Homes for Sale | Sapphire Shore Sarasota Homes for Sale

Indian Beach and Sapphire Shores were originally developed in the early 20th century by wealthy northerners who chose the area to build their winter estates. Their style is prevalent throughout the neighborhood and a shining example is John and Mable Ringlings Ca DZan mansion, which is now an historic museum. Residents of the area include an eclectic mix of artists, professionals, retirees and students. Currently available homes in the neighborhood range from around $100,000 ranch style homes to the millions for palatial bay side estates. 

2011 Indian Beach Real Estate Activity



Current Active Listings: 14



Highest Priced Home: $9,900,000



Lowest Priced Home: $99,000



Median listing Price: $2,131,626



Average Listing Price: $482,500



Homes Under Contract: 3



Homes Sold YTD in 2011: 7



Highest Sale Price: $2,920,000



Lowest Sale Price: $130,000



2011 Sapphire Shores Real Estate Activity



Current Active Listings: 8



Highest Priced Home: $1,199,000



Lowest Priced Home: $645,000



Median listing Price: $949,000



Average Listing Price: $932,125



Homes Under Contract: 2



Homes Sold YTD in 2011: 4



Highest Sale Price: $405,000



Lowest Sale Price: $240,100



We recently sold this seven bedroom, six bath Spanish Mediterranean home on Virginia Dr in the&nbsp;Museum Area (West of the Trail):

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This property has many unique features including six rental units, majestic oak trees and lush landscaping with an old Florida feel.

Contact us today for more information on Sapphire Shores, Indian Beach or any other Sarasota real estate. Our team of local experts covers the entire Sarasota Florida area!
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            <title>Market Update - Lakewood Ranch Homes for Sale</title>
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Lakewood Ranch Florida is an award-winning master planned community that offers a resort lifestyle fused with a real sense of community. With 8500 acres, Lakewood Ranch is the largest green certified community in the United States. The neighborhoods meander through the nature preserves, golf courses, parks, lakes, and over 150 miles of sidewalks and nature trails.

It is no wonder why Lakewood Ranch is so popular because it&nbsp;offers nearly every amenity you can think of nearby including a state of the art medical facilities, top rated schools, an abundance of cultural events, challenging golf courses, funky boutiques and specialty shops, family events, world class polo, athletic club, tennis, superb restaurants and the list goes on. Plus the development of a new sports complex is now underway. The Premier Sports Complex is a 70 acre facility that includes soccer, lacrosse, and baseball fields. Tournaments are already being booked at the complex with inquiries from not only Florida but across the United States and even internationally. These inquiries include professional teams looking for a new training center. Plus, Tim Howard, American national team goalkeeper will be starting the Howard Academy on premises opening in 2012. Lakewood Ranch is on the cutting edge of development and technology intertwined with its intimate connection to the surrounding nature. Living here is truly another day in paradise.

Lakewood Ranch offers housing options to suit almost everyone's lifestyle preferences and price range. Many of the neighborhoods are gated, some of them are maintenance-free but all of them are built to flow with the natural beauty of the area.



Lakewood Ranch Homes for Sale

There are currently 199 single family Lakewood Ranch homes for sale in a variety of&nbsp;price ranges. Price start at $127,500 for a simple 3 bedroom home with 1,275 square feet and go all the way up to $3,390,000 for a captivating custom estate with over 8,600 square feet of luxury in the Lakewood Ranch County Club. 

Current Listing Inventory: Single Family Homes for Sale in Lakewood Ranch


Active Home Listings 199

Highest Priced Home Listing $3,390,000

Lowest Priced Home Listing $127,500

Average Home Listing Price $ 329,214

Median Home Listing Price $ 395,000


Get More Information

For more information on Lakewood Ranch real estate for sale&nbsp;or to make arrangements for a tour of homes, contact the John Allen team at 941-544-6467. We have Realtors that not only show Lakewood Ranch, they live there as well.
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            <pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 08:43:11 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Water Club - Longboat Key Florida</title>
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Located along prestigious Gulf of Mexico Drive, the two buildings of Water Club Longboat Key sit directly on a gorgeous stretch of the Gulf front beaches. The Water Club provides incredible amenities including a Gulf front resort style swimming pool and spa. In addition, there is&nbsp;a 24 hour guard gated entrance as well as outstanding concierge services to its owners and part-time residents. With one of Longboat Key real estate's most beautiful and efficient Club Houses, residents and guests experience the ultimate in luxury including an elegant entry for entertaining, library, game room, fitness center and ballroom for larger functions. In addition to a resort pool, there are lighted Har-Tru tennis courts on the grounds.

Longboat Key offers residents walking and biking trails, numerous outdoor activities and shopping and dining are a quick drive to St. Armands Circle. Of course, there Longboat Key Beach too!



Currently there are 12 Water Club condos for sale priced from $1,095,000 for a three bedroom, three bath residences with almost 3000 sq.ft. to $2,500,000 for a condominium residence offering full Gulf views. Seven condos have sold at Water Club in 2010 with sale prices ranging from $705,000 to $2,062,500.

Water Club - Current Listings



Active Listings: 12



Highest Priced Listing: $2,500,000



Lowest Priced Listing: $1,095,000



Median Listing Price: $1,942,500



Average Liting Price: $1,921,667



Listing Price PSF Range: $369 to $841



For more information on the water Club or any other Longboat Key real estate for sale, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467. Our agents show Water Club on Longboat Key regularly.
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            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:48:39 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Sarasota Real Estate Market Sales Update</title>
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August 2010 Sarasota Real Estate Sales Rebound

Sales data just released from the Sarasota Board of Realtors show more positive signs than last months numbers. After a disappointing July, the Sarasota real estate market rebounded in August 2010. Sales were up nicely  8% over July 2010 In addition, sales were&nbsp;up 14.3% compared to&nbsp;August 2009. 

Total property sales this August totaled 567. &ldquo;This compared to 525 sales in July 2010 and 496 sales in August 2009.&rdquo; In August, 408 single family home sold. The median price reported was $154,500. Last month the median price was $155,000. In August 2009, the price was also $155,000. 

Condos sales totaled 159 in August. The median price rose by 22 percent to $155,000 from Julys figure of $127,000. &ldquo;For the last 12 months combined, the median sale price for condos was $169,900. Distressed condo sales have dragged the overall median price down substantially, with normal arm's length sales garnering three-times as much as bank-owned properties, and twice as much as short sales on average.&rdquo;

Pending sales rose in August to too. There were 816 pending sales, a 25 percent increase over July. Fall is looking good for an increase in sales too.

Eric Shumway, pointed out that &quot;it was very encouraging to see that the market recovered nicely after a drop in sales from June to July. After experiencing a five-year high in sales for the second quarter, everyone knew the loss of the homebuyer tax credit would have a negative impact. But we saw a big jump in sales for August, and prices held steady, so this market still has legs and the recovery appears to be a healthy one.&quot;

Contact the John Allen Team if you are interested in exploring current Sarasota real estate listings. Our agents specialize in luxury homes and condos on Sarasotas barrier islands of Siesta Key, Casey Key, Longboat Key, Bird Key and Lido Key.

Click HERE for the complete PDF version of the press release, along with two pages of statistical charts.
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            <pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:18:41 -0400</pubDate>
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            <title>Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Market Update - June 2010</title>
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There has been brisk&nbsp;activity in the Lakewood Ranch real estate market over the past six months as buyers take advantage of significantly reduced prices. Many buyers,&nbsp;who&nbsp;seek an active resort lifestyle in Florida, are&nbsp;inquiring about this award winning master-planned community, making offers and negotiating deals. With outdoor activities including golf, tennis, swimming, cricket and polo, Lakewood Ranch has it all. The Main Street area of the &ldquo;Ranch&rdquo; features specialty shopping, dining in excellent restaurants, and professional services. There are outstanding A-rated schools as well as a medical center and hospital in this well thought out development.

According to the Sarasota MLS, there are 253 Lakewood Ranch homes for sale, including the exclusive Lake Club and Lakewood Ranch Country Club.&nbsp;Single family home&nbsp;prices range from $135,000 to $6 million. 156 homes in Lakewood Ranch have sold in the last six months. Selling prices at Lakewood Ranch in the last six months range from $126,000 to $3,150,000.

Current Lakewood Ranch Real Estate Activity - Single Family Homes



Highest Priced&nbsp;Home: $5,999,000&nbsp;



Lowest Priced&nbsp;Home: $135,000 



Average Price&nbsp;Home: $631,792



Median Price&nbsp;Home: $425,000



Lakewood Ranch consists of seven villages. Buyers have a choice of condos, townhouses, villas or custom designed homes built by an array of Sarasota builders. The amenities of the Lakewood Ranch Country Club are outstanding within the Club House alone: multiple dining areas, grand ball room, meeting and card rooms. There is a full-service Pro Shop too. 

If country club living and gated communities are within your real estate parameters, Lakewood Ranch Country Club is a must see on a trip to Sarasota, FL. Call the John Allen Team&nbsp;at 941-6467 to schedule an appointment to view any homes for sale in Sarasota. We have a team of experts ready to help you.
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