John Allen's Blog: Condos

Sarasota condos are starting to move again. Buyers are taking advantage of low prices, great selection of inventory as well as low interest rates. Sarasota Florida offers its residents relaxed lifestyles from its beaches, mainland to its golf course communities.

To buyers of downtown Sarasota condos, urban living is the new rage. The convenience of living and working in the same neighborhoods draws buyers from larger cities who want a big city feel in a smaller city. Sarasota’s main shopping area along Main Street and Palm Avenue provide residents with specialty shopping, art galleries and fine dining. This lifestyle is becoming one of the most requested from our customers.

Buyers looking for maintenance free golf course living in Sarasota are searching…

Located behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club and Resort, L'Ambiance is a paragon of luxurious beachfront living. There are two, 10 story buildings and a total of 136 residences. Many of the condos here have stunning views of the beach and Gulf of Mexico. Residents on the top floors also enjoy vistas of the downtown Sarasota skyline and Bay.

Amenities of this guarded gate condominium include: Lighted Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Clubroom, Elevators, Fitness Center, 175,000 gallon Community Heated Pool, 1000 feet of Private Beach, Guest Suites and Concierge. Pets are permitted as well.  The beautifully maintained grounds at L'Ambiance spans 20 acres. Many residents take advantage of the close proximity to the Longboat Key Club and Resort. The Resort includes…

Sarasota Florida’s luxury real estate market of high-end properties has suffered just as other parts of the country, however we've found 11 sales in the $3,000,000+ range so far for 2009. From a high-rise condo on Longboat Key, an Indian Beach estate, to a gated mansion on the waterfront of New Pass, the high-end real estate market in Sarasota continues to post some impressive sales.

On the pristinely manicured island of Longboat Key, Florida, an elegant penthouse at the Water Club Longboat Key sold for $3,000,000. The list price was $3,495,000. We often tout the Water Club as the amenities are fabulous. The Clubhouse is approximately 17,000 square feet offering a social room overlooking the pool and beach. Residents can reserve this space for private…

The Longboat Key condo market stats in the Sarasota MLS system are continuing to show improvement. 417 condos on Longboat Key are currently listed as active, 48 condos, townhouses and villas are under contract and the sales for the last six months total 132. Longboat Key condo sales for the last six months outnumbered famous Siesta Key even after Dr. Beach named Siesta Key Beach No. 2 on his 10 Best Beaches in America list in May. Siesta Key sales stats for condos sold in the last six months numbered 114.

Longboat Key condos range from small condominiums, duplexes to newer luxury condos that sit majestically on the beach of this tropical oasis. Older condominiums on this island Paradise have remodeled their lobbies, amenity room and added extra luxury…

Once again the Sarasota FL MLS has released the July 2009 stats showing positive signs for the Sarasota real estate market. Sales are up 29% from July 2008 indicating a recovery could possibly be in the works for this popular coastal destination.

You can read the entire pdf file and statistics here. Inventory levels are continuing downward and best selections of property on the barrier islands: Siesta Key, Casey Key, Bird Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key will dwindle as the real estate/condo market becomes more balanced between a buyers market and a sellers market.

Sarasota offers beautiful beaches, cultural amenities and a warm climate – a great place to live, work and play! Sarasota has been in the forefront of the “destination” news lately showing up on…

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The designers of Orchid Beach Club didn’t spare anything on amenities when they designed this building. This Lido Key condominium is the epitome of luxury. Completely in 2005, Orchid Beach Club is directly on Lido Key Beach. Add these condos to your search list if you are searching beach properties over $1,000,000.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 11 condos for sale at Orchid Beach Club Sarasota. Prices range from $1,475,000 to $7,250,000. Two penthouses are available with direct Gulf views. One condo is priced at $3,600,000 and the larger penthouse is priced at $7,250,000 for almost  6,000 square feet of living space.

Orchid Beach Club is one of Sarasota’s newest and nicest condos. These beachfront condos have world-class amenities including:  heated…

"Beaches" Longboat Key was built in 1984 and was designed with swap-around balconies for maximizing the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico views. Many condominiums at Beaches also offer golf course views as well as city views of Sarasota. Behind the gates of the prestigious Longboat Key Club, owners enjoy ample amenities at these Longboat Key condos including: 24-hour concierge service, 2 tennis courts, heated pool, spa, and an on-site manager. The building has recently undergone an extensive renovation.

Residents of Beaches Longboat Key enjoy the warm Gulf waters and the white sandy beaches of Longboat Key as well as dining and shopping on St. Armands Circle. Downtown Sarasota’s cultural activities are a short drive from Beaches. Condo in the Sarasota MLS currently…