The cost of living in Sarasota is very affordable, especially compared to large cities like Chicago. Sarasota offers an affordability advantage in sundries, like groceries and gas, but the biggest difference is in taxes, long-term financial advantages, and, of course, how much house you can buy. When you compare what you can get in terms …
One of my favorite things about Sarasota – especially with my ballet past – is our rich arts culture. The visual and performing arts that are clustered in SRQ add dynamic and cosmopolitan appeal to the city. Since 1949, the 80-member Sarasota Orchestra has been located Downtown, presenting vibrant musical performances in a beautiful location …
If you want maximum beach culture and a fabulous luxury home that delivers a lot for your money, world-famous Siesta Key is for you. Enjoy this detailed private tour of an ultra-luxurious condo at Océane on Siesta Key. This home is so close to the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico that you feel …
Promoting green space throughout Sarasota is a high priority for me, so I’ve been thrilled to advocate for The Bay Park. I had the honor of lending my voice to citizen commentary in a video encouraging the City Commission to approve the Phase 1 site plan… and they did! The Bay is a multi-phase initiative …
Amenity-rich Longboat Key offers abundant beauty and a variety of home styles, with price points that reflect the high desirability of the community. Championship golf courses, convenient shopping, and concierge service buildings in addition to single family homes invite luxurious lifestyles on and off the water. Another barrier island running along the mainland coast, Longboat …
Longboat Key’s luxury sales trends are getting even stronger with the addition of premium new construction like Sage LBK. More than half of these to-be-built luxury units are already spoken for even though the project just broke ground. It’s a similar story with the nearby St. Regis development. The demand for ultra-luxury is particularly high, …
I’ve written about how hot sales throughout Sarasota are right now and one of my recent listings illustrates the trend perfectly. A great townhome in the Valencia stretch of Rosemary Park, a specific development in the Rosemary District, flew off the market as soon as it was made live. The address on Boulevard of the …
After a bit of back and forth, the city and Selby Gardens have reached a deal that approves the expansion of Sarasota’s beloved downtown botanical garden. When the expansion was first proposed, some residents registered concerns about the scale of the project, fearing that new buildings and traffic would be too much for their adjacent …
There’s a lot to love about Sarasota at all times of year, but tomorrow is The Day to celebrate romance! My perfect Valentine’s Day combines the pleasures of being outside, the idyllic beauty of our area, and the swank of downtown living. Weather permitting, I’m first heading to an outdoor yoga session at Pineapple Yoga. …
Lido Key is the closest key to Downtown Sarasota and encompasses St. Armands Circle, a well-known hub of shops and restaurants, as well as Lido Shores, where the Sarasota School of Architecture took root. Lido Key offers a variety of home styles with varying price points, all with excellent walkability and access to spectacular white …
