Sarasota Real Estate - Homes on the Water at Bird Key

Sarasota real estate buyers searching for waterfront properties, usually pick Bird Key homes for sale when they are avid boaters. Many Bird Key properties are on deep water canals.  Bird Key's Yacht Club is an outstanding added amenity to this beautiful waterfront community offering "an active social scene, restaurant, fitness, tennis and heated pool".  Of course, there is dockage for your boat as well as fuel.

According to the Sarasota MLS IDX database, there are currently 36 homes for sale on Bird Key. The MLS data reports the lowest priced home on Bird Key is $524,000 for three bedrooms, three baths. The home is considered a "garden" home and not on the water.  The lowest waterfront home on Bird Key is priced at $1,295,000.

Prices of Bird Key homes for sale range from $524,000 to $9,490,000 in this popular waterfront neighborhood.  There are 11 pending sales.  Bird Key real estate continues to actively participate in this buyers market as home sales in the last six months total 17 with selling prices ranging from $475,000 to $2,450,000.

Bird Key homes are located south of the first traffic light just over the Ringling Bridge from Sarasota, FL.  Lido Key Beach and St. Armands Circle is a very short drive from Bird Key for a day at the beach, shopping and dining.

We specialize in all Sarasota real estate. Give us a call if you are thinking of buying or selling a home in Sarasota. Make an appointment with Annette Smith or John Allen for a specialized marketing plan if you wish local/global exposure for your Bird Key home.  We have the Internet and social networking covered from A-Z!

Sarasota Waterfront Real Estate

The Sarasota Association of Realtors reported its MLS data for December 2009 last week, and Sarasota is doing quite well.  There's been a significant trend upward in its real estate market.  Sarasota MLS listings are being shown multiple times, mutiples offers on properties prices correctly happen every day,  Buyers are still looking for good deals on Sarasota waterfront homes and condos for sale and finding them.  The holiday season in this coastal resort was outstanding with international buyers seeking Sarasota relaxed lifestyle.  St. Armands Circle's business was brisk as visitors browsed for clothing, accessories, gifts and enjoyed the holiday decorations.

The real estate stats for the month of December 2009 reported for Sarasota real estate continues to show that Sarasota's waterfront real estates market is on a comeback!  Are you searching the Sarasota MLS for waterfront homes and condos for sale?  We can assist you with your purchase!

Waterfront Condo Communities to Consider in Sarasota

Lido Key

Lido Beach Club
L Elegance
St. Armands Towers
Orchid Beach Club
The Beach Residences

Siesta Key

Crescent
Harbour Towne
The Terrace
Crystal Sands
Sarasota Surf & Racquet
Casarina

Longboat Key Club
Sanctuary
Privateer
Pierre
Beaches

Longboat Key

Water Club
Islander Club
Beachplace
Seaplace
Promenade
Tangerine Bay
Grand Bay

Waterfront Neighborhoods to Consider

The Barrier Islands:  Bird Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key-St. Armands, Longboat Key

Mainland Sarasota:

Harbour Acres
Oyster Bay Estates

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Continue searching the Sarasota MLS for Sarasota real estate or let us iniate a search for you.  Call Annette Smith (941-504-3922) or John Allen (941-544-6467) or send us an email with your parameters and price range so we can put you in our system for Sarasota properties.

Casey Key Real Estate - December 2009 Update

Casey Key real estate, along with the high end market, has lagged behind the lower priced home market in Sarasota.  Lower priced homes have been purchase quickly on the Western coast of Florida.  Recently, we have several requests for high-end information and especially information about Casey Key.  Located south of Sarasota and north of Venice, this tropical island is charming. Casey Key is one of Sarasota's barrier islands which also include Siesta Key, Bird Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key.

Stephen King owns a home on Casey Key and many other celebrities have purchased on the Key from time to time.  Visitors, vacationers and buyers of luxury properties come to Casey Key each year to wander its pristine beaches, collect seashells and sharks teeth and "get away from it all." Many of these buyers have mad a trip to Casey Key an annual event just waiting for an opportunity to purchase a property in Paradise.


The Sarasota MLS currently reports an excellent selection of homes for sale on Casey Key including Gulf to Bay estates offering potential buyers boat docks, cabanas, tennis courts and swimming pools. Property selection is excellent for the luxury real estate buyer.

Casey Key Real Estate Activity

Active Listings: 46

Single Family Homes for Sale: Priced from $900,000 to $14,999,000

Pending Listings: 3

Sales Last Six Months Closed Transactions: 7

Selling Prices Closed in Last Six Months: From $958,000-9,900,000

Casey Key real estate still favors the buyer. It's a good tim to may an offer as many of these homes for sale on Casey Key have been on the market for several years. Paradise is a phone call away!

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Longboat Key Real Estate at Sanctuary

Longboat Key real estate at Sanctuary includes condominiums built from 1989-1991 which are behind the famed gates of the Longboat Key Club. Residents at Sanctuary can walk right out to the beach and enjoy walking, shelling, fishing as well as just relaxing by the sea. Waterfront views from the condos at Sanctuary on Longboat Key, like those at Beaches, Privateer and Pierre are panoramic. There is a 24-hour guarded gate to Sanctuary’s entrance. The five buildings are well maintained and have outstanding amenities including a sundeck with a gazebo.


Currently the Sarasota MLS reports 11 condominiums for sale at Sanctuary. A 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath unit is listed and is the lowest priced condo at $849,000. The unit has 1823 sq.ft. Amenities at Sanctuary also include: heated pool, tennis courts, walking paths, and a fitness room. Looking for more space, the MLS also reports a 3 bedroom, 3 ½ bath unit, Gulf-front with over 3000 sq.ft that is listed at $2,995,000.

Sanctuary Real Estate Update

Lowest Priced Condo: $849,000
Highest Priced Condo: $2,995,000
Pending Sales: 2
Condos Sold Last 6 Months: One unit at $1,300,000

St. Armands Circle is a quick drive from your Longboat Key condo for shopping, dining and downtown Sarasota’s cultural activities are close too.  Dry Dock on Longboat Key, the Chart House and Moore's are popular for dining too.

For more information Longboat Key real estate or to search the Sarasota MLS for a condo at Sanctuary, visit our main site. If you need help with your search or would like to book a showing, give us a call.

Golden Bay Waterfront Condo in Sarasota

With all of the features of upscale island living in a city setting, is regarded as one of Sarasota’s newest crown jewel. Situated on Golden Gate Point, this Mediterranean inspired bayfront condominium offers only 10 sought after units with breathtaking views of the azure waters of Sarasota Bay accented by the twinkling lights of downtown. Eight of the units include three bedrooms and a den, three baths, a living room, dining room and master suite, totaling approximately 2100 square feet each.

Ensuring privacy with only two units per floor, each of these units also includes a 28-foot porch and a private 2 car garage. Two penthouses with 4200 square foot living space include 360-degree views of the bay front and marina, the ultimate gourmet kitchen, a lavish master suite, two additional suites, library/office, gym, home theater, private roof top deck, a pull up dock, and an oversized two-car garage.

Ideally located between St. Armand’s, Lido and Longboat beaches, and downtown, Golden Bay is within minutes from Sarasota’s finest shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment districts. Current prices start at  $900K with prices going up north of $1.5M for the luxurious penthouse.

Give Annette Smith a call at 941-504-3922 if you have an interest in Golden Bay or any other downtown Sarasota condos. Annette and her partner Sandy Whitehead are downtown Sarasota experts.

Downtown Sarasota Waterfront Real Estate - Bayfront Park

Snuffy Smith and I spent a beautiful morning visiting with friends and doggies at Sarasota's gorgeous Bayfront Park.  From the Dolphin Fountain to the new sculptures on the waterfront, the Bayfront was bustling with activity.  Children, even tots, their parents and doggies were everywhere.  Boats were preparing to pull out and LeBarge, Sarasota's party boat was preparing for a cruise.





Snuffy and I saw lots of doggies that convene every Saturday morning, a tiny tot with her Daddy, walkers, runners, and bikers, all along the park's waterfront path.  We also saw pelicans diving for their morning catch.  This is one of our favorite spots and one of the beauties of our home city!

The children's fountain area was quiet as the Sarasota weather was a little chilly.  I didn't see the fountain spraying until 10:00 am which I believe is opening time.

The Tiki Bar at O'Leary's was very quiet but by sunset, it will be humming until the wee hours.

If you are searching for downtown Sarasota real estate, contact Annette Smith at 941-504-3922.  Maintenance free condo living is available right across the street from the Sarasota bayfront with highrise condos such as Essex House, Tessera and Regency House.  For grand living, search the Sarasota MLS on our main site and make an appointment to see a condominium in Sarabande.  We regularly show in all these downtown Sarasota condo buildings.

Sarasota Real Estate Inventory Update

Sarasota Florida’s real estate inventory is slowly diminishing as Sarasota’s real estate market recovers. With hundreds of homes for sale in Sarasota, buyers still have an excellent selection of homes. Pick a lifestyle: golf course, equestrian, country club, waterfront. You’ll find a home for each here in Sarasota.

Sarasota is the no. 1 Best City to Buy a Home according to Barbara Corcoran of the Today Show. Ms. Corcoran was interviewed this week by Al Roker and pointed out that not only does Sarasota have excellent beaches, Sarasota is a sophisticated urban city. Cultural venues in this city feature the opera, ballet, symphony and theater. There are numerous art galleries including the Ringling Museum of Art as well as several artist colonies.

Take note that home prices are edging up after a 33% drop last year.

If you are interested in purchasing a Sarasota home for sale while the inventory offers a great selection, contact one of our Sarasota real estate agents to assist you in your search.