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Information on Sarasota homes for sale including current listings, market data and recent sales.

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Jul 15 2010

Siesta Isles - Homes for Sale on Siesta Key

By John Allen 870 Views, 0 Comments.

Siesta IslesOne of Siesta Key’s most popular neighborhoods is Siesta Isles. It is comprised of 185 acres and includes two islands accessed by Contento St and Azure Way. Boaters love Siesta Isles as nearly four miles of waterways branch off the Grand Canal in this neighborhood.

The Siesta Key lifestyle is appealing to residents of Siesta Isles as the public beach and Village are both within walking distance. In addition, the Siesta Isle Association is an active group or residents who publish a neighborhood directory and sponsor events such as potluck block parties.

Siesta Isles Homes

Homes in Siesta Isles were built mostly from 1959 to 1961, although there are some newer homes. Like many older homes on Siesta Key, you’ll find many of Siesta Isles homes completely…

May 12 2010

Misty Creek Homes in Sarasota Offer Serenity and Space

By John Allen 1246 Views, 0 Comments.

Misty Creek Country Club was the obvious choice for my clients from Ohio who were looking for a home that would offer them a sense of serenity and space. A home with a water view, large lot and privacy was what they were searching for and that is just what we found at Misty Creek in Sarasota Florida. My clients had a few other key criteria for their future dream home – a bright open floor plan with a generous sized kitchen for her, and a large 3-car garage for him. The moment they stepped into the home on Misty Creek Drive, they were taken in by the view from the great room out to the pool, lavish lawn and lake beyond. The home was listed for $495,000 and my clients purchased it for $450,000 and are thrilled with their decision to make Misty Creek their…

Feb 21 2010

Longboat Key Homes for Sale

By John Allen 1694 Views, 0 Comments.

Home for Sale on Longboat KeyAre you interested in exploring Longboat Key Homes for sale? Longboat Key homes are found on winding canals or open bayfront as well as the island’s interior. Many of the homes boat docks with water depth sufficient for large boats and sailboats. Boaters love the Longboat Key canals and bayfront because there are no bridges to maneuver to the open waters of Sarasota Bay. It’s tricky to maneuver some Florida bridges and a home for sale advertising “no bridges” to the Bay is an excellent selling feature of a Longboat Key home.

Popular neighborhoods on Longboat Key include Bay Isles and Country Club Shores. Both of these neighborhoods have homes advertised with “no bridges to the bay. The Sarasota MLS currently reports 166 homes for sale on Longboat Key.…

Jan 12 2010

Casey Key Real Estate Update - 2010

By John Allen 805 Views, 0 Comments.

Casey Key homesLuxury homes have lagged in the comeback of Florida real estate, but as we noted in July and October 2009 market reports, Casey Key home sales are on the move. There’s a very nice selection of waterfront Casey Key homes available for sale. Buyers continue to surf and shop for homes that are well priced for the market. Sellers are working with offers and deals are being made. We’ve been showing small beach houses as well as much larger ranch style houses and luxurious waterfront estates. Activity is once again on the rise on this private tropical paradise.

The beauty and privacy of Casey Key are what draw the affluent, entertainers, movie stars and authors to this tropical island. Residents walk the beaches, explore the jetties, and are awed by the vistas…

Jan 07 2010

Bird Key Market Report for 2010

By John Allen 834 Views, 0 Comments.

Bird Key is a private boating community located between St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. Boaters love the deep water canals winding through the Key to the open water of Sarasota Bay and on to the Gulf of Mexico. Developed by Arvida in the 1950s, many homes have been replaced with luxurious mansions and other homes have been updated to include new features, architectural details and the modern standards demanded by buyers today.

Bird Key, Sarasota FL

Bird Key residents have privy to their own private yacht club. The Bird Key Yacht Club is a member of the Florida Council of Yacht Club’s and is a great place for residents to socialize.

Bird Key real estate offers buyers privacy behind its gates. The inventory of Bird Key homes for sale stands at 36 currently in the…