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Siesta Beach; the best in America.

Siesta Beach has once again been recognized as the best beach in the world.  The Director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research, Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman has published his annual list of the worlds best beaches and Siesta Beach is his number one choice.  Siesta Key was credited for it’s fine white sands, blue waters and wide range of public amenities. Top... [Read more...]

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Fortune Magazine | The Return of Real Estate

Finally! After years of plummeting home prices, the market is showing signs of a turnaround. You have to see this video. The market has turned! The most attractive asset class in America is housing. With so few new housing starts in the past few years, the article predicts shortages and rising prices. Locally, our market is in recovery. In March homes sales were at 2005 levels. Inventory dropped... [Read more...]

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Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club

I held an open house today in Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club which is located on Palmer Ranch and just about ten to fifteen minutes from Siesta Beach.  The open house was at 9498 Forest Hills Circle, in a beautiful three bedroom golf course villa.  The home has views of the lake and tee box.  I enjoyed the company of a family of Sandhill Cranes on the golf course just outside the homes generous... [Read more...]

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Las Palmas Condominiums

The slowing market has caught many investors by surprise.  Among those most effected by the slowing market were those investors who purchased investment condominiums in new developments and apartment conversions.  These modestly priced or entry level condominiums have seen large price declines.   These same properties may be some of the best values for entry level end users in the Sarasota market. ... [Read more...]

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Riviera Dunes

Riviera Dunes is a luxury gated community on the shores of the Manatee River in Palmetto.  The community features a protected, deep water marina suitable for large boats.  Amenities include tennis, community pool, clubhouse and more.  Many of the homes are located directly on the water and other have use of the marina.  Prices for these luxury homes are a fraction of the cost of similar homes in... [Read more...]

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Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club

In Osprey on Sarasota’s south side, you will find the established waterfront community of Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club. The neighborhood has 360 homes, 5 miles of walking trails, tennis courts, a club house, heated pool and a 172 slip deep water marina suitable for sailboats up to 58 feet.  Southbay  Yacht & Racquet Club is located just south of the Sarasota Square Mall, close to... [Read more...]

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Bank Owned Golf Condo at Heritage Oaks

There is a nice two bedroom two bath golf course view condo in Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club which is priced at only $134,900. This is an excellent value for golfers looking for a winter residence. this second floor condo has excellent views and a one car garage. Heritage Oaks is a gated community with wonderful amenities. Click here for the details. If you have any interest in this property,... [Read more...]

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Royale St. Andrews Downtown Sarasota Bayfront

The other day, I stopped into an open house at the Royal St. Andrews Building on Gulfstream Avenue in downtown Sarasota.  The views for the two bedroom condo, as you can see are extraordinary. There are 58 units in this well designed building. Each of the floors in the building has only four units. The building has been very well maintained. The common elements were updated and in 2005. Unlike many... [Read more...]

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Moorings at Lakewood Ranch

The Mooring at Edgewater are very nice condominiums in Lakewood Ranch located on Lake Uhlien and next door to Main Street.  This is a great place to take advantage of all the activities, shopping and restaurants that are located at the heart of Lakewood Ranch.  The hospital is located just across the street.  The Moorings are a gated community with amenities that include boat docks, fishing pier,... [Read more...]

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A Great Deal at Island Reef on Siesta Key

Today I visited a listing at Island Reef that looks to be an excellent deal.   The two bedroom two bath condo is over 1400 square feet and is priced at $339,000.  It is an end unit which is always desirable in condos because of the additional windows.  This unit has a view of the bay and the pool.  Owners at Island Reef enjoy boat docks, tennis, heated pools and private beach.  Below are some... [Read more...]

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