sarasota real estate: West of the Trail Spec Homes on the Sarasota Real Estate Scene - 01/04/12 10:10 AM
Nationally, spec homes are making a comeback as the real estate market sparks back to life. Sarasota real estate is no exception, and one of the most popular areas West of the Trail is bustling with builder activity. If you live in Sarasota, FL, I'm sure you've noticed the new construction going up in this area within walking distance to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Southside Village. West of the Trail Sarasota real estate has been a "hot" for decades because of its outstanding location. Within minutes to Sarasota's bayfront, Selby Gardens, and downtown Sarasota's shopping and cultural life, homes West of the Trail have … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Sarasota Ballet to Perform at Kennedy Center - 03/14/11 08:35 AM
Sarasota is known for its warm weather, sandy white beaches, 80 plus golf courses as well as its spectacular Sarasota real estate. The cultural venues of Sarasota feature a ballet, symphony, performing arts hall, museums and arts galleries that draw effluent residents to this intriguing city by the sea. Sarasota has been featuredin golf, home and travel magazines throughout the yeras and now an outstanding honor has been bestowed to the Sarasota Ballet. Congratulations! Kennedy Center President Michael M. Kaiser announced to the national media on March 11, 2011 that the Sarasota Ballet has been invited to "perform with famed the Suzanne Farrell … (1 comments)
sarasota real estate: Siesta Key Beach Sand Sculpture Contest - 11/22/10 08:30 AM
Some days I actually forget that I live in such a wonderful place. Early Saturday morning, my son Scott and I drove out to Siesta Key Beach to see sand sculptures created by teams of master sand sculptors. World-famous Siesta Key Beach hosted the event, and Mote Marine Laboratory's sea turtle conservation and research program received the proceeds. Scott and I wandered around the barricades as we were too early to get through the gates, but we didn't miss anything! In the center was a sand masterpiece which highlighted the sponsors of the Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sand Sculpting Competition. We … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Southside Village Pub – West of the Trail, Sarasota, Florida - 04/03/09 07:45 AM
Sadie and Cooper are regulars at Southside Village Pub. Sandy and I stopped by for a pizza after a long day working on Sarasota real estate last night. We were working with some wonderful customers who are looking for oceanfront property and were reviewing their appointments for tomorrow while sipping a glass of Pino Grigio. We chatted with Bob, Sadie and Cooper’s owners who was at the next table while Snuffy Smith visited with Sadie and Cooper. Later another neighborhood friend, Tony joined us. Southside Village, West of the Trail, in Sarasota is a great place to meet new people, … (2 comments)
sarasota real estate: Sarasota Real Estate Market Update - 03/23/09 04:39 PM
Originally posted on Sarasota Real Estate News blog: The Mid-FL Regional Board released some good news for the real estate market in Sarasota today. Pending sales for February are the higest in three years. According to the Sarasota MLS 611 single family homes and 171 condos were under contract. As I've mentioned in previous blog posts, our web traffic is up considerably, requests for information are up as well our appointments for showing. Buyers are making the most of this incredible buying opportunity while the selection of homes and condos is still outstanding. We are smiling in sunny Sarasota! For more information on … (1 comments)
sarasota real estate: Crescent Condos on Siesta Key Beach - 12/05/08 06:42 AM
Built in 2006, Crescent is one of the newest condos on Siesta Key Beach. An amazing building with wonderful amenities, residents enjoy easy access on and off the island from the Stickney Point Bridge at southern end of the island. Crescent is a great luxury complex for investors as the on-site management handles a liberal rental policy. Renters and residents enjoy top of the line amenities in this quaint complex of 26 units: Two swimming pools, one Gulf Front, fitness center and social room. Pets are permitted at Crescent. Currently, the Mid-FL Regional MLS, formerly the Sarasota MLS, lists six units for sale … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Harbour Towne Yacht Club - Siesta Key condos - 11/21/08 06:13 AM
Are you looking for a home for your boat? At Harbour Towne Yacht Club, park your boat behind your condo at this smallenclave of condos and enjoy boating, beach and tennis. The condominiums have a Clubhouse right next to a swimming pool with spa. Famous Siesta Key Beach is across the street and Siesta Key Village is a short drive away. Harbour Towne has tennis courts too. A small pet is welcome at Harbour Towne and condos have a rental policy. Your Sarasota real estate agent will be happy to send you a full listing sheet with fees and restrictions. … (0 comments)
A few months ago a customer in Las Vegas called me about Sarasota real estate. As soon as we scheduled our appointments for showing he mentioned "can we go to St. Armands Circle and have a 1905 salad after we look at property?" Last Sunday, we went to Columbia and four out of the four of us ordered the world famous "1905" Salad! Our group sat at an indoor outdoor table on the Mediterranean patio room and enjoyed good conversation and … (6 comments)
sarasota real estate: Selling Sarasota Real Estate Using Social Networking - 06/23/08 09:40 AM
We're connected to Sell Sarasota Real Estate Using Social Networking Posted on Sarasota Real Estate News Blog Are you using social media, web 2 and multiple blogs to Twitter a perfect Space for your customer, friends and business associates to be LinkedIn? Do you have friends who have their mugs on Facebook or do you or a business associate you know? Are you sure you've signed up, setup an account with the best social bookmarking sites and web 2 sites? Selling real estate today is more than just local connections. Think global and with the Internet you can stay connected and … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Sarasota Country Club Homes Priced Under $500,000 - 05/16/08 07:36 AM
Sarasota Country Club Homes Priced Under $500,000 Sarasota Florida Prices are Down Posted in Sarasota Real Estate News Blog If you've been thinking of retiring to Florida now that real estate prices have dropped, you may be amazed to know that there are golf course homes in Sarasota in some of the nicest communities for under $500,000. You can find these homes in the gated communities of University Park, Laurel Oak Estates, Oaks, Prestancia and Venetian Golf & River Club for a start. Each one of these golf course communities are gated and offer their residents top amenities from resort Club … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Sarasota Real Estate Market Monthly Update - 04/24/08 07:30 PM
Sarasota Real Estate Market Update Sales of Sarasota Florida Homes Total 500 The Sarasota Board of Realtors issued a press release on April 22 indicating even more improvement in Sarasota's real estate market Statistics pulled from the MLS system reported overall property sales in the local market for March 2008 topped 500 for the first time in eight months. March property sales totaled 514 and easily beat February 2008 Sarasota property sales of 423. Sarasota single family homes sold totaled 344 in March 2008 and 170 condos were sold. In February, 294 single family homes sold and 129 condominiums. A small … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Selling Sarasota Real Estate at 2008 Juke Joint Festival - 04/22/08 04:05 PM
Selling Sarasota Real Estate in Clarksdale MS at the 2008 Juke Joint Festival Using Realtor Contacts and Networking For information on Sarasota real estate, check our websites for daily updates on listings. For photos, virtual tours and information about Sarasota real estate including real estate on Longboat Key, Casey Key, visit our Sarasota blogs. … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: Downtown Sarasota Real Estate for Urban Living - 03/30/08 08:17 AM
The downtown Sarasota real estate market presents a new urban lifestyle for charming and beautiful Sarasota Florida. Seclections of properties include high-rise condos with Gulf and/or Bay waterfront views or sprawling city views picturing charming quiet tree-lined, side-walked neighborhoods of single family homes. An amazing selection of houses and condos are available in the Sarasota MLS. Condos offering top resort amenities now dot Sarasota's waterfront and city streets conveniently located for residents to enjoy shopping, art galleries, fine dining and Sarasota's cultural assets. Our Downtown Condominium Picks: New Condos in Downtown Sarasota: 100 Central, 1350 Main and Plaza at Five Points … (2 comments)
sarasota real estate: Sarasota Real Estate Market Continues to Improve - 03/25/08 10:32 AM
Indicating improvement in the Sarasota real estate market, the Sarasota Board of Realtors issued a press release yesterday to local media reporting that February property sales rebounded by 28 percent in Sarasota. The release pointed out that pending sales are also very high, which is a good indicator for stronger real estate market ahead. According to the statistics pulled from the Sarasota MLS, our local market saw a big jump in February 2008 in overall property sales. Read our December Report on AR. Helen Sosso, 2008 SAR President said: "we've been receiving strong anecdotal evidence from brokers that traffic has picked … (0 comments)
sarasota real estate: December 2007 Sales Rebound in Sarasota Real Estate Market - 02/11/08 04:50 PM
December Sales Up 22.7 Percent from November Sarasota had a dramatic improvement in total unit sales for December 2007 over November. The buyer's market is gaining strength as our seasonal visitors arrive in Sarasota. Showings are up and so are sales. Comparing November 2007 with December 2007, there was a 22.7percent improvement. From the Sarasota MLS statistics, there were 426 closed transaction in December 2007, 280 single family homes and 146 condos. In December 2006, there were 440 sales. Overall 2007 unit sales were down just 5.8 percent from 2006 totals. State sales dropped off more than 30 percent so Sarasota fared well. Total … (0 comments)
3 bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Single Family Home Year Built 1964 Square Footage 2060 $ 459,000.00 Spanish Mediterranean home totally renovated in 2003 featuring wood floors, Mexican tile, marble entry with double beveled doors, crown moldings, 2-sided wood burning fireplace, plantation shutters, french doors, console vanities with custom sinks, courtyards with tropical setting, barrel tile roof, sprawling lanai area great for entertaining around 38 ft. swimming pool. Fruit trees: grapefruit, tangelo, orange, lemon and mango! Downtown Sarasota cultural district, fine restaurants, shopping and happenings are a short drive away. Click HERE for MLS more details … (0 comments)
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Nationally, spec homes are making a comeback as the real estate market sparks back to life. Sarasota real estate is no exception, and one of the most popular areas West of the Trail is bustling with builder activity. If you live in Sarasota, FL, I'm sure you've noticed the new construction going up in this area within walking distance to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Southside Village.
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