Stonebridge, Palmer Ranch, Sarasota, Florida Stonebridge is a small community of single family homes, centrally located on Sarasota's Palmer Ranch. Stonebridge offers realistically priced 3 and 4 bedroom homes, and is zoned for top schools in Sarasota - Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle School, and Riverview High School, making it a popular place for families to call home. The homes are diverse is style and color, and have varied and colorful landscaping. Stonebridge's amenities are limited to a large community pool, but as such the HOA fees are exceptionally low, another reason for its popularity. The subdivision has sidewalks throughout, quiet streets and cul de sacs, and is located close to the Palmer Ranch Parkway entrance to the Legacy Trail, as well as the mall, movie theater and... 04/05/2010

Strathmore Villas & Strathmore Riverside - 55+ Community Strathmore Villas is located on Bee Ridge Road near McIntosh, making it exceptionally well located for shopping, dining, the bus line, and Doctors Hospital. This community features a clubhouse and community pool, recreation center and park. Villas have carports. Small pets are allowed. Strathmore Riverside is located nearby the Phillippi Creek near Bee Ridge, and offers an active clubhouse, exercise rooms, billiards and library. There is a heated pool overlooking the boat harbor which provides access to Intracoastal Waters, and the Gulf of Mexico. Rentals are allowed. Small pets are allowed . Located only minutes from the Siesta Key beaches and other amenities. Sarasota Real Estate 04/05/2010

Prestancia in Sarasota's Palmer Ranch TPC Prestancia represents one of the most prestigious addresses in Sarasota. Located in Palmer Ranch, the country club community offers two challenging TPC golf courses (36 holes) amongst 565 acres of green landscaped beauty. TPC Prestancia is recognized as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for its commitment to the environment by meeting standards for protecting the environment, conserving natural resources, and providing wildlife habitats. This golfing community provides a lifestyle for any golf enthusiast including single family estate homes on large lots, two and three bedroom villas, low rise condominiums and maintenance-free homes for sale. The golf club is owned by the PGA Tour and offers 6 different levels of golf memberships ranging in price... 04/03/2010

Marbella on Palmer Ranch Marbella is a quaint yet upscale subdivision on Palmer Ranch With its intimate community of only 139 Mediterranean style Sarasota homes, Marbella has created a true neighborhood atmosphere. The community offers homes ranging from a cozy 1600 square feet to a luxurious 3300 square feet, ensuring the perfect environment regardless of desired lifestyle. Like all communities on Palmer Ranch, the hallmark of Marbella is lushly landscaped and meticulously kept grounds. Marbella has a restriction not commonly seen in most Florida communities - the residences do not allow rentals. For residents who choose this community, they can be assured of knowing their neighbors, and being surrounded by owners and not tourists. Marbella is located at the most northwest corner of Pa... 04/03/2010

The Isles, Palmer Ranch, Sarasota, Florida The Isles, located in Palmer Ranch, is built right next door and by the same builder as Village Walk, offers a similar lifestyle but with a few differences. At the moment, the community is not gated; also there is more diversity in type of homes available, from condos to townhomes to single family homes - all, however, are maintenance free. The Isles offers tennis, swimming, fitness and an active social calendar with a social director on staff. Sarasota Real Estate 04/01/2010

Village Walk, Palmer Ranch Village Walk is a private, gated community located on the very southern end of Palmer Ranch. Behind the manned guard gate are 1,177 residences sprawling through 516 acres of landscaped property. Village Walk is designed as a small self-sufficient "resort village" and as such has a lakefront Town Center, providing convenient amenities including multi-purpose meeting rooms, a complete state-of-the-art fitness center, six lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, heated lap pool and tropical lagoon pool. There is also a gas station, deli and cafe, hair salon, bank, gift shop and post office exclusively for Village Walk residents. There is an in-house staff providing real estate services, rental services, and over 30 different social activities. Although on Palmer Ranch, Vil... 04/01/2010

The Hamptons in Palmer Ranch Located within the borders of popular Palmer Ranch, the Hamptons offers elegant homes without the fees that often accompany newer home subdivisions. The Hamptons actually is comprised of three areas - Northampton, which offers traditional single family homes ranging to about 2500 square feet; Southampton, which offers maintenance free single family homes; and Westhampton, which provides a gated community with estate sized homes to 3,300 square feet. The community is great for families; it is zoned for Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle School, and Riverview High School and the bus picks up the kids at the community pool, central to all homes. The Hamptons has a community pool for residents, and sidewalks throughout. This is a great neighborhood for walking, ... 04/01/2010

Deer Creek in Sarasota's Palmer Ranch Located within the borders of popular Palmer Ranch, Deer Creek is one of the most established gated communities in the area. With housing options ranging from a small enclave of villas to expansive luxury homes, Deer Creek truly offers something for anyone. There are 485 homes located amongst 17 lakes with ample bird and wildlife watching opportunities. This Sarasota community is great for families; it is zoned for Gulf Gate Elementary, Sarasota Middle School, and Riverview High School. Deer Creek has a community pool for residents, and sidewalks throughout. This is a great neighborhood for walking, biking and dog lovers. The neighborhood has an active social calendar that includes breakfasts, community picnics and even bowling! It is a great place ... 04/01/2010

Botanica in Sarasota's Palmer Ranch Botanica is a private and gated maintenance-free community of 172 luxury condominium residences. It is graced by large natural preserve areas and five lakes. The 4000 square foot world-class clubhouse and community center has a beautifully landscaped pool area and well equipped fitness facility. Botanica showcases tropical landscaping, wetland preserves, lakes and sophisticated French Country inspired architecture. Each maintenance free condominium features a private first-floor entrance, a private 1 or 2 car garage, paver driveway and top-quality construction. The residences here range in size from 1600 to 2300 square feet and come in a variety of a floor plans to meet any lifestyle. Some 2nd floor units come with a private elevator. Botanica also ha... 04/01/2010

Arielle in Sarasota's Palmer Ranch Located within the borders of very popular Palmer Ranch across from the Prestancia Country Club, Arielle is one of our few townhome communities. Arielle offers two story townhouses that are both roomy and comfortable at just over 2000 sq feet for the most popular model. The floor plan allows for garages and storage, often not seen in condominium complexes. Arielle offers a community pool among its amenities and has an automatic security gate. Arielle is in a convenient central location on Palmer Ranch, and now is the near neighbor to the new Imagine School on Palmer Ranch. It is also located adjacent to the Legacy Trail, the new walking/biking trail that runs for 17 miles from Sarasota to Venice. Lakes and ponds in and close to Arielle often provide so... 04/01/2010

University Park Country Club Enter University Park Country Club and step into one of the area's most beautiful residential communities. Acknowledged "Best Community Design in America" by the National Association of Home Builders, and "Best Development in Region" by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, University Park offers individual neighborhoods, each with its own distinguishable entrance, and award-winning homes offered by a variety of the area's most sought after builders. Driving through the front entrance of the Country Club, you enter a completely different world. Although located just off University Parkway, with its myriad of shopping and dining options, UPCC exudes a secluded and peaceful atmosphere. Its green fairways, beautiful lakes and preserve areas dominate the land... 03/30/2010

Laurel Park, Sarasota, Florida Historic Laurel Park is a popular enclave of artists, business people, and residents lucky enough to live here!  It offers hundreds of lifestyle choices, from single family homes, to old charming duplexes and lovely apartment buildings dating back to the early 1920's. The historic fabric of the buildings and the variety of architectural styles make the neighborhood a very special and unique place. Those who live here have an appreciation for the experience of the old and the new blended together in a lovely tree lined community, in the heart of downtown Sarasota! The neighborhood's exceptional urban location makes it a truly walkable community and allows one to live without need for a car! The Sarasota bus system is convenient for easily traveling beyond t... 03/30/2010

Rivo on Ringling Rivo at Ringling, located on Ringling Boulevard, is a fifteen story mid rise in the heart of downtown. Rivo provides 92 two or three bedroom units beginning at 1500 square feet. Its fifteen penthouse units offer a luxurious 3000 square feet of living space. Granite counters, designer kitchens, garden tubs and custom wood cabinetry are just a few of the upscale features of these stylish units. Designed around an interior garden atrium, Rivo is truly unique. Located only steps from everything downtown has to offer, it provides an air of quiet elegance and sophistication, at surprisingly reasonable prices. Rivo boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center, a sundeck and pool, and a five story parking garage. Balconies offer views of Sarasota downtown and Sarasota Bay, Selby Ga... 03/30/2010

One of Sarasota's most coveted waterfront neighborhoods, Harbor Acres hugs Sarasota Bay just south of downtown. A long-established community noted for its convenience, comfort and eclectic blend of older and new homes, Harbor Acres is popular with families, professionals and executives who find its quaint ambiance and waterfront opulence very appealing.     Sandwiched between Sarasota Bay and a bustling retail and restaurant district, Harbor Acres and its approximately 170 homes, is within easy walking distance of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Selby Botanical Gardens and all the other amenities and charms of downtown Sarasota.     The neighborhood offers large home sites on beautifully landscaped streets that wind through this stylish and comfortable neighborhood. Many of Harbor Acres' or... 03/23/2010

Palm Avenue Villas & The Frances Carlton Tucked away on beautiful Palm Avenue is a small enclave of villas behind a Mediterranean gate. Although few in number, these villas are special by virtue of their downtown location but quiet atmosphere. It is actually rare that one of these villas comes available due to how desirable the property is. The townhouse style villas have paver driveways, private courtyards and attached garages. Just down Palm Avenue are the residences at the Frances Carlton, a community which harkens back to the early years of Sarasota in charm and elegance. Built in 1924, it still boasts many original features in its 21 units. Unlike many condos downtown, the units are exclusively 1 BR, and also allow pets. The grounds are well kept behind wrought iron gates, and a co... 03/19/2010

Condo on the Bay, Sarasota, Florida Condo on the Bay is one of my favorite bayfront communities and offers residents one of the best locations in all of Sarasota. Each unit in this condominium complex showcases a stunning full bay view from nearly every room and the outdoor patio(s); making some of the most stunning sunsets in the world a nightly show right from your living room. Higher units also enjoy views of Bird and Lido Key, as well as Longboat Key and the Gulf of Mexico beyond. Residents of Condo on the Bay also have a front row seat to spectacular fireworks and bayfront activities. Unit range in size from 2 bedroom units at approximately 1280 square feet, all the way up to the largest 4 bedroom's at over 5,000 square feet. A quick trip down the elevator and Condo on the Bay resi... 03/15/2010

Central Park, Sarasota, Florida Central Park and Central Park II, is a conveniently located condominium community located right around the corner from all great Sarasota attractions.You can walk to the dining and shopping of Main Street, art galleries of Palm Avenue and Towles Court, Burns Court, Marie Selby Gardens, Bayfront Park - and all the great Sarasota events - parades, block parties, fireworks. The condos are at the corner of Tamiami Trail and Osprey Avenue and sit on seventeen acres of tropically landscaped grounds. Central Park is 4-story mid rise with 90 units over 10 acres, overlooking the Hudson Bayou. It features concrete construction, large lanais and covered parking. Floor plans range from a 725 square foot 1 bedroom to a 1320 square foot 2 bedroom. A pool and boat dock ... 03/15/2010

OK, you already have (or had) a real job!  That being said, the new Southside Village Barbershop is sure to become a local man spot for years to come!  To look at it, you would think that it has just always been there...it just, well...belongs.  Located in the popular Southside Village of Sarasota,this Barbershop is clean, well-appointed, has a great LCD TV for our viewing pleasure, and is a classic, "old school" barbershop.  Debbie can set you up to get a real hot towel, straight razor shave, or cut your hair like she were Edward Scissorhands.  Tom is happy to accommodate you as well, and their talent in the art of the cut is unparalelled.  It's funny actually...a quick story here...I went to a friends house that I hadn't seen in some time and one of the first things he noticed was my ... 03/15/2010

Please try to imagine that Robin Williams is screaming that title over the airwaves...it just sounds better than when I try to do it!  It is a great morning here in Sarasota, Florida and Southwest Florida in general.  After a crazy day of rain and wind yesterday, we couldn't ask for a more beautiful, sunny day.  We certainly are fortunate to live in such a paradise!  With our great weather, fantastic homes, superior culture, beaches, and waterways; it is no surprise that Sarasota sales were up 49% in February 2010 from the same month in 2009.  Pending sales were standing at the highest level in four years at a whopping 967!  Nearly half of all of these sales were distressed properties, which is a strong indicator that investors and first-time homebuyers are very active right now picking... 03/15/2010

Broadway Promenade, Sarasota, Florida There are many reasons to want to live in downtown Sarasota. The theater, the arts, the bay views and the access to all the Sarasota events make downtown a thriving and desirable destination. A recent addition to the downtown community is Broadway Promenade condominiums. Most recognize this building as the one with the Publix shopping center being located conveniently right downstairs. The units range from 1 BRs at approximately 850 sq ft to 3 BRs affording you over 2,000 square feet of living space. These units are also more affordably priced than many of their downtown counterparts. Unlike many bayfront buildings that have bay views from every unit, views in Broadway range from the bay, to an interior courtyard, a park, or the city. As you would e... 03/14/2010