Sarasota is not just Location, Location, Location! Everybody has heard all about location, location, location. But having local knowledge, especially when it comes to real estate, is priceless. Sarasota County is unique. So whether purchasing a single family home, condo or even vacant land to build, finding the right real estate agent with extensive local … Read More “Local Knowledge and Purchasing Sarasota Real Estate” »
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While it’s one of the smaller and less-famous barrier islands off Sarasota, Lido Key is thought by many of the locals to be the region’s most beautiful jewel. With three sparkling beaches, two scenic parks, the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, and several examples of the historic “Sarasota School” of architecture, Lido Key is so much … Read More “The Many Delights of Lido Key” »
Calling all snorkelers, waders, kayakers, boaters, and paddle boarders! The Sarasota County Seagrass Survey is taking place on April 25th from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Ken Thompson Park and need SEA Team volunteers to assist in collecting data for the County’s Seagrass Monitoring Program. The Sarasota County Seagrass Survey is a citizen science event that commends Sarasota County’s … Read More “Seagrass Survey Volunteers Needed” »
When you buy real estate in Venice Florida, you’ll discover an abundance of recreational activities right in your own community. Venice Florida Beaches are among the best in Florida. With a historic downtown district as well as piers, parks, and marinas, you’ll find much to explore when you buy a home or condo in Venice … Read More “Top 10 Things to Do in Venice Florida” »
The Florida Studio Theatre is beloved by many residents of the Sarasota area… …Especially those that enjoy escaping to the metropolitan streets of Downtown Sarasota to dine at one of the many gourmet restaurants in the district and then take in some wonderful productions and some of the most exciting acts in the country. The … Read More “Imagine you are “At The Hop” with The Alley Cats” »
When Sarasota residents think about condos located at Golden Gate Point… They instantly think of the breathtaking views of the Ringling Causeway and Sarasota Bay, luxurious, spacious condominiums that feature high-end finishes, and proximity to all of the most exciting attractions in Downtown Sarasota. If you are looking for a plush, modern home, then the … Read More “Brand new luxury condo at posh Golden Gate Point” »
We have all seen those types of homes that we could daydream about for weeks. They are huge, pristine, stylish and seem way too good to be true. Good news, they aren’t too good to be true! Who knew that some of those gorgeous houses were located right in our backyard? Here is a … Read More “Top 5 Extravagant Homes in Downtown Sarasota” »
Apparently, that is exactly what is expected to happen! Florida is adding approximately 19,000 residents each month while New York trails behind adding only 6, 200. The July 1, 2013 census estimated the population of Florida at 19.5 million and New York at 19.6 million. The states were neck-and-neck as of July 1—imagine how close … Read More “Will Florida’s Population Surpass New York’s?” »
The historic American National Bank Building, later known as the Orange Blossom Hotel and known today as Orange Blossom Tower, is located at 1330 Main Street. It’s an architectural masterpiece and an historic Sarasota landmark that has stood since 1926. By Florida standards for that era, the American National Bank was a skyscraper – 9 floors. Built at … Read More “A Proud, Historic Symbol of Sarasota Optimism!” »
One of the most important and remarkable institutions in downtown Sarasota is the Southeastern Guide Dogs Training Center and Dog Boutique at 1618 Main Street. Southeastern Guide Dogs is a 501c.3 non-profit corporation that has received 4 stars (the highest rating) from Charity Navigator, America’s leading independent charity evaluator. More than 82% of the donations to … Read More “Downtown Sarasota is Going to the Dogs” »