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My Siesta Key water front home just went under contract. The Sarasota real estate market has been active as of late. This is our busy season as a lot of "snowbirds" or northerners come down to escape the harsh winter weather and enjoy our great weather and sun. Our pending sales have hit a 3 year high.

This Siesta Key home is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 3.397 square foot on a canal with no bridges to bay. The list price is $1,099,000. We were priced aggressively (which is what it takes in this market). Our nearest competitor in the neighborhood was $450,000 more.

If I can help you buy or sell a Siesta Key home please call me at 941.812.6272.

Take a spin with me through the Three Oaks subdivision in Sarasota, Florida. This is a popular neighborhood for those looking for newer, more affordable homes west of Interstate 75. Residents love the easy access to Siesta Key beach. Head south to Clark road and then west to Siesta Key. You can be there in 10-15 minutes from your home in Three Oaks. Like to shop? You can access Home Depot, Wal Mart, Target, Gulf Gate mall, Sarasota Square Mall and Southgate mall within minutes of this lovely  family community.

Visit my Three Oaks Homes for sale page to see homes for sale.

Three Oaks Video

Looking to buy or sell in Three Oaks? Give me a call at 941.812.6272 and I would be happy to help you.

Take a stroll with me through the Southfield neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida. This video will drive you through this wonderful neighborhood. Looking for a convenient, clean, safe, desireable neighborhood in Sarasota? Make sure you check out the Southfield subdivision. Residents love the ability to be swimming in the Gulf of Mexico, walking on Lido Key beach, shopping in downtown Sarasota, having drinks in the Siesta Key village or playing golf with friends within minutes of this great subdvision.

Visit my Southfield homes for sale page to see all of the homes for sale in the neighborhood.

Southfield Homes Video

Looking for a great home in Sarasota, Florida? Watch this video to take a spin through the Oakleaf subdivision in Sarasota, Florida. What a great place to call home. This community of 79 homes is convenient to beaches, golf, shopping, downtown, I-75 restaurants and great schools. This is a fabulous place to raise a family.

Visit my Oakleaf Homes for sale page to see a multitude of wonderful homes for sale. Do you want to buy or sell a home in the Oakleaf subdivision? Give me a call at 941-812-6272.

Oakleaf Video

Looking for a great community in Sarasota, Florida to buy a home? View this video of the Country Manor subdivision. This 82 home community is a great place to call home. It is conveniently located within minutes of the Sarasota beaches, downtown, numerous restaurants, great shopping, several gyms and golf courses. The homes were built in the 1990's and one drive through the neighborhood and will feel the owners pride of ownership.

View my Country Manor home for sale page to get a glimpse of this great neighborhood. Call me at 941.812.6272 if I can help you buy or sell a home in Country Manor.

Country Manor Video 

Luxurious. Gorgeous. Pristine. These are just a few words to describe the 11 mile long island off the coast of Sarasota, Florida. People from all over the world come to vacation on this island paradise. Many describe Longboat Key as one of the prettiest islands in Florida.

Longboat Key Real Estate

The Sarasota MLS reports the following:

• 192 single family homes for sale
• Highest asking price - $12,000,000
• Lowest asking price - $75,000 (mobile home)
• Average asking price - $1,855,990
• 507 condos, villas and townhouses for sale
• Highest asking price - $5,000,000
• Lowest asking price - $59,000 (condo rack for boat)
• Average asking price - $833,296
• Median asking price - $599,000

Call me at 941.812.6272 if I can help…

Looking to vacation on one of the prettiest beaches in the United States? Take a trip to Sarasota, Florida and visit the barrier island of Siesta Key. This an 8 mile long island paradise that offers a gorgeous beach, great boating, snorkeling, the laid back Florida lifestyle and a fun destination in the Siesta Key village. The beach sand is the powdery white sand that feels cool on the feet even on a hot day.

Siesta Key Real Estate

Real estate on the island is made up of condos, single family homes, multifamily, commercial and beach hotels. Here you can find anything from a luxurious waterfront mansion, a condo on the beach with spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico and Siesta Key beach, a small…

Located off the coast of downtown Sarasota, Florida is the small barrier island of Lido Key. Here is where you will find the always popular shopping and fun destination of St. Armands Circle. It is a great spot to meet friends for drinks, grab an ice cream with your children or grandchildren, shop for a new outfit or have a delicious meal at one of many restaurants.

Lido Key Real Estate

Just like the rest of the real estate market prices on Lido Key have dropped as well. Now there are some amazing deals on the island. I searched the Sarasota MLS and found the following.

• 51 single family homes for sale
• Highest asking price - $11,300,000
• Lowest asking price - $325,000
• Average…