Saturday, December 26, 2009

Homes for Sales in the Landings - Search Sarasota MLS

If you are searching the Sarasota MLS for a home for sale in the Landings, in Sarasota, Florida, prices are considerably lower than a year ago.  Activity in the last six months has increased with 5 sales in this popular gated community behind the Landings shopping center on the Tamiami Trail or Highway 41.  Close to downtown shopping and Sarasota's beaches, this community has a 24 hour guard at its gates, offers a Clubhouse with swimming pool and tennis courts.  There are single family homes and condos available at the Landings.

Currently the Sarasota MLS reports 11 single family homes for sale in the Landings.  Prices range from $399,000 to $949,000.  All homes currently on the market are over 2000 sq. ft. and have private swimming pools.  There are three homes in the Landings under contract.

Home Sales Activity in the Landings (Single Family Homes)

Highest priced Home:  $949,000
Lowest priced Home: $399,000
Active Listings: 11
Pending Sales: 3
Homes Sold in Last 6 Months: 5

Condos are an active part of the Landings community too.  Buyers can choose from the highrise condos at Eagle's Point, Landings South, and the Landings Treehouses.  Searching the Sarasota MLS, there are 18 condos for sale in these three communities of the Landings in Sarasota.  Prices range from $190,000 to just over $1 million.

If you are interested in searching the Sarasota MLS for homes for sale in the Sarasota real estate market, visit our main website or give us a call if you'd like us to assist in a purchase.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Country Club Shores Homes for Sale on Longboat Key in MLS

Buyers can find some well priced homes in Country Club Shores right now.  Some of these homes for sale on Longboat Key were purchased when prices were much higher.  Many have been remodeled with state of the art appliances and custom architectural detailing.  Now buyers have a terrific advantage in this buyers' market with an inventory of 40 homes for sale on streets like Ranger Lane, Putter Lane and Schooner Lane.  Some Country Club Shores residences offer incredible bay views. Prices range from $449,000 to over $5 million in this popular neighborhood.



Longboat Key residents enjoy boating, swimming, diving, walking, golf, tennis, resturants, shopping and dining and St. Armands Circle's amenities as well.  Of course, the beach is the just a little extra!!

If you are searching for a Longboat Key home for sale in the Sarasota MLS, there are 40 homes available.  Six homes for sale in Longboat Key are under contract.  In the last six months, this active Longboat Key neighborhood has seen 8 sales.  Prices of the sold properties in Country Club Shores in the last six months range from $320,000-$845,000.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Bird Key Homes for Sale

Bird Key Homes, Sarasota, FL


One of the hottest neighborhoods in Sarasota this year has been in barrier island community of Bird Key. Homes for sale in this subdivision, known for its outstanding boating waters and a community Yacht Club, begin at $595,000 according to the Sarasota MLS. There are 39 Bird Key homes for sale.




Bird Key Home Activity Update:
  • Single Family Homes for sale: 39

  • Least Expensive Home: $595,000

  • Most Expensive Home: $9,900,000

  • Homes Under Contract: 9

  • Single Family Homes Sold Last Six Months: 17
Bird Key is a private community located between St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. A tropical gated community where boaters take advantage of the deep water canals and open Sarasota Bay. Many homes in Bird Key were built in the 1950s when the neighborhood was developed by Arvida. Luxury mansions have replaced some of the older homes. Many other homes in Bird Key been updated to current standards sought by luxury homes buyers.
Residents of Bird Key can also take advantage of the on 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 relax and socialize.
For additional news and information on homes for sale on Bird Key or any other Sarasota real estate, contact John Allen at 941-544-6467. If you are searching for a neighborhood walking community that is close to downtown offering local shops and restaurants and boating is not part of your lifestyle, you may be interested in homes for sale West of the Trail. This is one of Sarasota’s premier mainland communities, West of Highway 41 or the Tamiami Trail.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Search Longboat Key Condos for Windward Bay

Longboat Key Condos at Windward Bay
Windward Bay Condos on the North End of Longboat Key

If you are searching the Sarasota MLS for Windward Bay condos on the north end of Longboat Key, you will see that activity has increased. The Sarasota MLS shows 6 condos for sale at Windward Bay. Prices range from $189,900 to $399,000.

Windward Bay offers its residents two community swimming pools, tennis courts, shuffle board, recreational building, fitness area and boat slip rentals. This bayside community is a great place to bring your boat. Windward Bay has beach access too. No pets are allowed here.

Activity Last Six Months

Active Listings 6
Pending Sales 2
Solds 4

After a relaxing day on Sarasota Bay, drive to St. Armands Circle and enjoy shopping at specialty shops, dining in cafes or fine restaurants.

For more information on Windward Bay or other Longboat Key condos, contact Annette Smith at 941-504-3922. Windward Bay condominiums are an affordable entry into Longboat Key real estate.

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Citrus Square, Downtown Sarasota Condos Reduced

Newest Downtown Sarasota Condos Recently Reduced

Realtors in Sarasota received an email notice today that the developer units at Citrus Square, downtown Sarasota condos have been greatly reduced. A quaint residential and retail community consists of 20 residences. Downtown Sarasota’s Main Street is three blocks from Citrus Square. The latest Sarasota MLS prices mentioned in the email are now available at their lower prices:

201: Sarasota MLS no. A3911044 was $264,000, NOW $185,000
305: Sarasota MLS no. A3911048 was $494,000, NOW $365,000

For more information on Citrus Square or other downtown Sarasota condos which have been reduced recently, contact Annette Smith at 941-504-3922. Citrus Square is centrally located within easy access to Sarasota’s barrier island beaches of Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key, cultural amenities, shopping and restaurants.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Search the Sarasota MLS for Homes in the Lakes Estates

Are you searching the Sarasota MLS for an affordable home on Sarasota’s mainland? The Lakes Estates, located off McIntosh at Beneva, is a lovely neighborhood for families who want to live in a central Sarasota location. Pride of ownership is shown in this community. Fences are not allowed unless they are grandfathered so doggies have to be on a leash.

Many of the homes in the Lakes Estates have resort style swimming pools, beautifully landscaped yards and captivating exteriors. Architectural styles are varied here and blend in well with Florida resort living.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 4 homes for sale in the Lakes Estates. Prices currently range from $309,000 to $409,900.

Looking for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with a swimming pool? Contact Annette Smith at 941-544-6467 for help locating your dream home in the Lakes Estates in Sarasota, FL. Annette and Sandy Whitehead recently sold a condo with a lakefront view in the Lakes and regularly show this Sarasota neighborhood. Contact us for help searching the entire Sarasota Florida MLS.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Downtown Sarasota MLS Condo Listings

Dolphin Fountain,Downtown Sarasota Bayfront Park
Sarasota Florida MLS Bayfront Condos Listings

Searching the Sarasota MLS for a downtown Sarasota condo?

Passing the Sarasota bayfront on Hwy 41, the Tamiami Trail gives Snuffy Smith, Sarasota' famous pooch, and me a rush. The boats swaying ever so slightly on the water never seem to change positions. We visit this oasis often.

Downtown Sarasota Condominiums
Residents of Sarasota's downtown bayfront condos enjoy the view daily. Walking to the marina and visiting the dolphin fountain are routine. Condos such as Regency House, Essex House, Sarabande and Tessera have sensational views of the marina and residents of these Sarasota condos experience incredible sunsets each evening.

Several Internet customers recently requested information about downtown Sarasota condos particularly the condominium buildings facing the marina. The Sarasota MLS, now the Mid-Florida Regional MLS, reports over 40 condos currently on the bayfront across from the Marina on Gulfstream Avenue.

Downtown Sarasota Condos MLS Update

Choose from these buildings on Gulfstream Avenue and Palm Avenue, all buildings have units with various views of Sarasota Bay or the City. All buildings below have available condos for sale listed in the Sarasota MLS.

Gulfstream Towers
One Watergate
Dolphin Tower
Essex House
Versailles
Embassy House
Royal St Andrew
Bay Plaza
Regency House
Marina Tower
Tessera
Sarabande

Prices on condos on Gulfstream Avenue and Palm Avenue, across from the marina and the Bayfront Park range from $158,500 to $4,995,000.

For more Sarasota MLS listings, you can search Sarasota downtown condominiums, view homes in Cherokee Park, West of the Trail or condos on any of the barrier island. Scroll through virtual tours and area information on Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and Sarasota Florida real estate on our main website.
Enjoy searching for Sarasota FL real estate from our Sarasota FL MLS searches.

Photos Copyrighted by Annette Ashley Smith

Monday, February 2, 2009

Search Sarasota MLS for St Armands Circle Homes for Sale

Search for St. Armands Circle Homes on the Sarasota MLS

Shopping on St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, FloridaAre you searching the Sarasota MLS for a home for sale on St. Armands Circle? We get emails every day from customers surfing the Internet who know all about St. Armands Circle. Residents can walk to the Circle from most homes in the Lido Beach, Lido Key, Lido Shores and St. Armands Division areas. You can read about activities, shopping and dining from our blog articles or our main websites.

Search the new Mid-FL Regional MLS, formerly Sarasota MLS, by selecting single family homes from the IDX database, the St. Armands zip code to search is 34236. Go to the Subdivision section and add St. Armands neighborhood if that interests you, price, bedroom and any additional parameters from the "Advanced Search" menu and click the "search button. The more you tell us the easier it is for us to help you in our Sarasota MLS search.

Take a peek at this St Armands Circle home sold in November posted on the Sarasota Real Estate news blog. The home is just off Polk and walking distance to St. Armands. If you aren't familiar with Sarasota, we are available to do the legwork for you.
Call Annette Smith at 941-504-3922. If you are from out of town, please let us know your arrival dates as soon as possible. During our winter season our appointments are back-to-back. We need to get you on our schedule if you are planning to purchase a St Armands Circle home.