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sarasota homes for sale: Sarasota Real Estate Market Update - 09/23/10 07:49 AM
The chart above shows the inventory, properties pending and sold for the Sarasota real estate market over the last 4 years. It is great to see how the number of properties decreasing. Hopefulle, the "shadow inventory" that everyone is talking about won't change the consistent decline in inventory. The inventory figures can be a bit misleading. Right now it shows inventory levels of over 6,000 properties in Sarasota county. Our county is pretty big and it includes North Port which I hear is in really bad shape. There are tons of homes for sale down there which skews out numbers … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Sarasota, Florida Real Estate Market Update - 06/18/10 06:32 AM
The chart above represents Sarasota, Florida county inventory, sales and pending figures. It is great to see the decrease in the number of homes for sale. The market is absorbing much of the excess inventory which will lead to a balanced market. Compared to three years ago we have 48% fewer properties for sale, 54% more sold properties and 73% higher pending sales. Right now, based on closed transactions Sarasota has 7.6 months of inventory. Ask anyone who has been around the real estate business long enough and they will tell you that 6 to 8 months is a … (3 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Sarasota Real Estate Market Update - 05/07/10 10:06 AM
Below you will find some interesting statistics for the month of April for the Sarasota real estate market.
The numbers above were pulled from the Mid Florida MLS system and are for Sarasota and Manatee counties. It is great to see the activity. In a nutshell more properties were sold, the average and median prices were higher.
The chart above represents the number of properties for sale, sold and pending for the last 3 years. The red line are the pending properties, light green bars represents the number of properties for sale and the dark green bar are … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Bird Key Real Estate Market Update - 11/24/09 05:33 AM
Located just off the coast of Sarasota, Florida with just over 500 single family homes and no condos is the highly sought after community Bird Key. This is a fabulous to live if you enjoy boating, convenience, breathtaking water views and a laid back lifestyle. Boaters especially love this location as the water depth is adequate for sail boats and yachts. Visit all homes for sale on Bird Key to find your next home.
Bird Key Market Update There have been 30 sales on Bird Key since January 1, 2009 Highest sales price - $4,750,000 Lowest sales price - $380,000 … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Gulf Gate in Sarasota, Florida - 11/23/09 05:45 AM
Looking for something more affordable and within a bike ride to the beach? You should take a look at the popular Gulf Gate community in Sarasota, Florida. The homes were built in the 1950's and 1960's. The neighborhood has kept their deed restrictions and it has a strong sense of community. There really aren't any newer homes to speak of. However, you can find a great home that has been remodeled. It would be a long walk to the beach however you could ride a bike. I used to live in the neighborhood and my wife and I would ride … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Harbor Acres - Luxury Waterfront Living Close to Downtown Sarasota, Florida - 11/03/09 10:29 AM
Did you ever dream of enjoying luxury waterfront living with only a five minute commute to your downtown office? Well, Harbor Acres is the neighborhood for you. It's a well established neighborhood that is know for it's mature trees, diversity of houses and proximity to everything. Harbor Acres has homes to fit all tastes - some that have been torn down and built new, fully updated homes and even some that reflect the charm of old florida. Combine that with a quick commute to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Downtown Sarasota, Marina Jacks, Selby Gardens, Southside Elementary, Sarasota High School, and … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Sarasota, Florida home sales leap in September 2009 - 10/15/09 05:23 AM
Sarasota Realtors are happy. They have been hearing some good news lately about the Sarasota real estate market. Last week Barbara Corcoran, one of ABC's sharks on the hit show Shark Tank and real estate expert, gave a list of the top 10 places to buy a home in the U.S. and Sarasota, Florida was #1. Now we have some good news from the Sarasota Association of Realtors. See below:
Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran listed Sarasota as the number one place in the nation to buy a property in her latest "hot market" prognostication. She cited the lower property prices … (2 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Roberts Point on Siesta Key - 10/14/09 05:53 PM
Roberts Point Road is one of the most exclusive streets on Siesta Key. It is quiet, laid back, comfortable and extremely desireable. There are some mega-mansions in Roberts Points on Siesta Key. Located near the north end of Siesta Key it allows residents easy access off the island into Sarasota. Roberts Point residents can be walking along the Siesta Key beach within a few minutes car ride or even a bike ride.
Some of the waterfront homes on Roberts Point are nothing short of breathtaking. There are over the top estates with breathtaking views of the Sarasota bay as well … (1 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Lido Shores Homes For Sale - Sarasota, Florida - 10/14/09 05:41 PM
Are you looking for stunning? Thinking about a purchase in Sarasota, Florida? Take a look at Lido Shores homes on Lido Key. This is one of the most sought after communities in Sarasota, Florida. In 2009, there was a sale for just over $7.4 million. The home was not on the beach however it had a fabulous view of New Pass (the pass between Lido Key and Longboat Key). The water is deep along this section of Lido Shores so boaters will love it.
Lido Shores is just north of the world famous St. Armands Circle and on the north … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: 429 Meadow Lark Drive - Bird Key Home - 10/10/09 08:32 AM
Take a look at this stunning Bird Key home for sale. This 2002 built home has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 6,735 square feet. The water and city views from this home are gorgeous.
429 Meadow Lark Drive, Sarasota, Florida
If you are used to the best, this is your home. The wide curved driveway leads to your dreams. Enter through hand crafted doors of solid wood with charming speakeasies and discover this gorgeous residence flooded with daylight, luxurious amenities and views of Sarasota's incredible bayfront and skyline. Richly designed Saturnia marble flooring, cherry wood flooring, and stone columns adorn … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Sarasota MLS - 10/08/09 11:53 PM
Are you looking for a fabulous place to call home in Sarasota, Florida? Use my Sarasota MLS search to find your next home. This is a great tool for you to search for all homes and condos for sale in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Casey Key, Lido Key, Bird Key, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton. Our property pages contain multiple photos, maps, Birdseye images, Google street views and property descriptions. Make sure you visit our popular Sarasota MLS Map Search tool to help locate your next home.
Whats is the MLS?
The MLS stands for multiple listing service. It is … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Wahooo!! Sarasota, Florida rated #1 Best Market to Buy in the U.S. - 10/06/09 01:08 PM
The top 10 cities in the country to buy a home. Wahooooooooooooo! On the Today show Al Roker interiews Barbara Corcoran who the top 10 real estate markets to buy a home. Sarasota, Florida was named the #1 place in the U.S. to buy a home. Another Florida city, St. Petersburg, was named #6 in the nation as the best place to buy a home.
1. Sarasota, Florida
2. San Francisco, California
3. Lansing, Michigan
4. Marietta, Georgia
5. Grand Rapids, Michigan
6. St. Petersburg, Florida
7. Naperville, Illinois
8. Trenton, New Jersey
9. St. Louis, Missouri
10. Saginaw, Michigan
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sarasota homes for sale: Most Expensive Sarasota Real Estate Listing - 10/06/09 05:53 AM
What is the most expensive listing in your market? The Siesta Key waterfront home above is the most expensive Sarasota real estate listing. This home at 3410 Flamingo Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is listed for $15,000,000. It has 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom and 6,456 square feet under air conditioning. It is located on the north end of Siesta Key providing easy access to all of the amenities of Sarasota, Florida as well as the world famous Siesta Key beach. The views from this home are breathtaking. The home overlooks the Sarasota Bay, Bird Key and downtown … (3 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Bay Island on Siesta Key - 10/05/09 06:36 AM
Looking for a great waterfront home in Sarasota, Florida. Take a look at Bay Island on Siesta Key. It is located on the north end of Siesta Key so access to all of the amenities of Sarasota are within a few minutes drive. The world famous Siesta Key beach is also within 5 minutes of Bay Island.
Some of the finest homes on Siesta Key are located on Bay Island. The waterfront homes along Norsota Way and Flamingo Avenue offer some of the best water views. They are simply breathtaking. Those fortunate enough to live there have spectacular views of … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Ballentine Manor Homes in Sarasota, Florida - 10/05/09 06:05 AM
Just north of the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport on U.S. 41 is a hidden gem. Many people don't know about Ballentine Manor Estates in Sarasota, Florida. This is a charming neighborhood west of the trail. There are many luxurious waterfront homes overlooking the Sarasota bay. Some of the nicest views in Sarasota are found in Ballentine Manor. There are also many charming non waterfront homes. You won't find rows of tract housing here on small lots. These are older, remodeled homes are larger lots with lush landscaping. It it a great neighborhood for those who like to tinker in the … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Avondale Homes in Sarasota, Florida - 10/03/09 12:30 PM
Avondale is a highly sought after neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida. It is located in the coveted "West of the Trail" area where so many people want to live. You will find a good mix of homes for sale in Avondale. This is old Sarasota so many of the structures were built in the 1950's and 1960's and either have been remodeled or in need of a remodel. Some of the older structures have been torn down to make way for newer homes. Residents in Avondale have the luxury of convenience. They can ride their bikes to the farmers market in … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Ashley Homes in Sarasota, Florida - 10/03/09 11:59 AM
Ashley is a fabulous community east of the Interstate 75 in Sarasota, Florida. Are you looking for larger lots with mature landscaping? Put Ashley on your list of neighborhoods to explore. Many of the homes were built in the 1990's and early 2000's so you can have the luxuries of new construction without having to live on a postage stamp lot. Watch the video above to take a drive through the community.
Give me a call at 941.812.6272 if I can help you buy or sell in Sarasota, Florida. View my Sarasota homes for sale page to view other fabulous … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Aqualane Estates in Sarasota, Florida - 10/03/09 11:45 AM
Looking for the waterfront lifestyle in Sarasota, Florida. Take a look at the Aqualane Estates community West of the Trail. It is waterfront community with homes on canal and bay. The bayfront homes have magnificent views of Sarasot bay and Siesta Key. There are no bridges to bay so it can accomodate serious boaters. Many of the homes in the community have been torn down to make way for larger, newer structures. There are some fantastic homes in this community. Like the beach? You can be walking on Siesta Key beach within a few minutes of Aqualane Estates. Visit my … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: Amberlea Homes For Sale in Sarasota, Florida - 10/03/09 07:04 AM
Looking for a great family neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida. Take a look at the Amberlea subdivision along Proctor road in central Sarasota. It is a gated community, in a great school district and convenient to many of the fabulous amenities in Sarasota, Florida.
Nice, clean, safe community - check
Sought after school district - check
Gated neighborhood - check
15 minutes to Siesta Key beach - check
10 minutes to I-75 - check
Multiple golf courses within 10 minutes - check
15 minutes to downtown Sarasota - check
20 minutes to St. Armands Circle - check
Within minutes to Sarasota … (0 comments)
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sarasota homes for sale: You can't please everyone - angry (but funny) internet lead - 09/30/09 06:24 AM
I got a funny internet lead the other day. Well, I would not call it a lead but a visitor on my website left the following information. I had to PG it up a little bit.
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I can't believe it
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You discriminating pieces of sh*t. Listings that start at $100,000????? what if I want $99,000? F*ck you.
I emailed the visitor back thanking her for the feedback and the good laugh. ;-)
She was referring to the Quick Search on my Sarasota real estate website. You can see that someone can't search for properties below $100,000. On … (99 comments)
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