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Just Sold - Bird Key home

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 at 10:28am. 99 Views, 0 Comments.

This home located at 115 South Warbler on Bird Key closed yesterday. It was listed for $1,499,000. This waterfront home offered 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and 3,184 square feet. The original list price was $1,795,000 and was on the market for 402 days.

Bird Key Home

Great value in this canal front home where everything has been done for you. Only the concrete block remains from the original house. The split plan design and open living areas make this a very comfortable home. Whether you have guests or a large family there is plenty of space in this five bedroom home for everyone. The open kitchen includes: granite counters, Dacor five-burner gas cook-top,  SubZero refrigerator, Paykel & Fisher dishwasher drawers, ice maker, and breakfast…

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Just Sold - Condo on the Bay (888)

Thursday, March 4th, 2010 at 7:17am. 353 Views, 1 Comments.

Unit 1010 at 888 Blvd. of the Arts recently closed for $367,000. The list price was $389,000 and was originally listed for $460,000. This lovely unit was located on the 10th floor overlooking the gorgeous waters of Sarasota bay, Bird Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key. This condo has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,555 square feet.

888 Blvd. of the Arts Unit 1010

Fabulous bay view and direct bayfront location. This Renior model boasts an expansive bayfront backdrop with a beautiful new kitchen and baths, including granite countertops and stainless appliances, abundant closet and storage space,  beautiful new tile floors, neutral decor and screened-in balcony.  Complex amenities include on-duty concierge, 24 hr. guard gate, resort style pool, fitness center,…

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Florida Spring Break Destinations

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 at 3:19pm. 153 Views, 0 Comments.

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When people think of a premier spring break location their mind often ventures to the beaches of Florida, and with good reason. The climate provides a perfect break from colder conditions experienced throughout the United States. The getaway provides a much-needed break from college studies or a family work schedule.

Daytona Beach

This destination is not just for NASCAR fans. Twenty-three miles of beach provide the neutral zone between the ocean and the city. This zone is perfect for guests to meet others while enjoying hotel pricing designed to accommodate the college student’s budget.

Dancing, swimming, sun bathing and nightlife draw the crowds and develop the memories at Daytona Beach.

Orlando

Premier attractions await guests in Orlando. From Universal…

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Siesta Key Homes For Sale - Market Update

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 at 6:07am. 468 Views, 0 Comments.

Thinking about buying a home on Siesta Key?  There are many wonderful places to own a piece of your very own slice of paradise. You can find a small started cottage near the village within walking distance to the beach all the way to luxurious beach front homes in the Sanderling Club.

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Thinking about living on the water? There are several great waterfront communities on the island. If you enjoy boating take a look at these fabulous neighborhoods - Roberts Point, Point Crisp, Siesta Isles, Siesta Bayside. Here you will find some wonderful waterfront homes ranging from smaller and more affordable canal front houses to magnificent bay front estates.

Siesta Key Homes For Sale

* 205 single family homes for sale

* Highest list price - $15,000,000

*…

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5 Vacation Spots in Florida

Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 9:43am. 221 Views, 1 Comments.

Florida has always been considered a premier destination for a memorable vacation. Fishing is tremendous on both sides of the state with the Gulf of Mexico to the west and the Atlantic to the east and multiple lakes and streams inland. Some come for the amusement parks or stick around for the premier sports events that canvas the near tropical state. Others simply want a time to decompress from the pace of the everyday.

Whatever your interests you might just find what your looking for – in Florida.

Orlando


Known for its expansive amusement parks this city is a haven for more than fifty million tourists each year. Parks such as Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World often overshadow other well-respected attractions such as Islands of Adventures,…

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Just Sold - Downtown Sarasota Condo Marquee En Ville

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 at 7:12pm. 293 Views, 0 Comments.

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A client of mine closed on this great downtown Sarasota townhouse condo. Are looking to be within walking distance of everything in downtown Sarasota yet need some space? You should check out Marquee en Ville condos. Unfortunately, there is nothing for sale in there right now. My client bought a this 2,525 square foot townhouse that was constructed in 2006. The closing price was $360,000. The previous owner paid $812,000!

Marquee En Ville - 235 Cocoanut Avenue

Come and join the heartbeat of downtown Sarasota at its best in this brand new 4 story unit overlooking the private pool area and exercise facilities. Just a few steps to main street for shopping, fine dining and the theaters. Only 1/2 block to the library, art galleries, waterfront and…

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CNBC names Sarasota, Florida one of the top places to retire

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 at 6:56pm. 421 Views, 0 Comments.

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Check out this list of top places to retire by CNBC. Sarasota, Florida was named as one of the best places. I quoted them below:

Sarasota, Florida

Sarasota is perhaps one of the most popular retirement destinations in the most popular US state for retirees. Located on the Gulf Coast, Sarasota has 35 miles of beaches and offers residents opportunities from golfing to boating and gourmet dining. The town also offers a range of activities, including an opera, symphony, film society and a range of art galleries.

One caveat about this destination is that because of its climate and natural surroundings, it attracts plenty of vacationers in the winter months. The area also finds median home values at $185,200, which…

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Sarasota Foreclosure Facts and Misconceptions

Friday, February 5th, 2010 at 3:11pm. 403 Views, 0 Comments.

Misconception 1 - "I hear" only foreclosures and short sales are selling

* 3,161 properties sold in Sarasota and Manatee counties within the last 90 days.    * Of that 3,161 properties 1,244 of them were foreclosures and short sales. They make up 39.5% of the market. The percentage of distressed property sales are declining. 60.5% of all sales ARE NOT distressed sales.   Misconception 2 - "I hear" I can take 20%-30% off the list price of a foreclosure or short sale   * The average sales price/list price of foreclosures and short sales is 96%.   * The average sales price/list price of all properties is 93%.
Misconception 3 - "I hear" that there are tons of distressed sales on or near the beach
  * There are very few foreclosures and…

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Which downtown Sarasota condo would you like to live in?

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 at 8:54am. 349 Views, 0 Comments.

Which downtown Sarasota condo would you rather live in?

 

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1350 Main - Great downtown location. Built in 2007 with some nice water views.

 

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100 Central - Great location and easy to walk to all downtown amenities. Built in 2005.

 

 

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Renaissance - Built in 2001. Not as convenient to Main street as 100 Central or 1350 Main. If you get high enough in the building there are some great water views.

 

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888 and 988 -  Built in 1982. Not an quick walk to Main street. Breathtaking water views.

 

 

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Alinari - Built in 2007 with fabulous water views. Not very convenient to walk to Main street.

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CNN Money - Sarasota, Florida is 28% Undervalued

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 at 6:41pm. 1590 Views, 4 Comments.

CNNMoney.com had an interesting article today about the most over valued and under valued real estate markets in the United States.  You can read the article here or check to see the most over valued and under valued cities list.

Sarasota, Florida was the 18th most undervalued city in the U.S. They figure that we are 28% undervalued. In 2006 CNNMoney.com had a similar article stating that Sarasota was 56% overvalued.

10 most under valued cities

1) Las Vegas, Nev.

2) Vero Beach, Fla.

3) Merced, Calif.

4) Cape Coral, Fla.

5) Houma, La.

6) Port St. Lucie, Fla.

7) Warren, Mich.

8) Vallejo, Calif.

9) Stockton, Calif.

10) Modesto, Calif.

18) Sarasota, Fla.

 

10 most over valued cities

1) Atlantic City, N.J.

2) Wenatchee, Wash.…

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