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The following report, information and statistics are from the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Board of Realtors as published for the Realtor Members on March 21, 2023 for closed February 2023 business. 

Home Prices and Inventory Rise in Sarasota and Manatee

SARASOTA, Fla. (March 21, 2023) – Home sales in Sarasota and Manatee counties showed a year-over year decline but a month-over-month increase in February. According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), inventory continues to increase significantly from the same time last year while the number of days from listing to contract has also increased by more than 250 percent in the North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton MSA.

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Just Sold Gulf & Bay Club Condo on Siesta Key Beach

This Condo at Gulf and Bay Club at 5780 Midnight Pass Road in Building B unit 609 sold on February 24, 2023 for $1,315,000. 

This is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico and the entire unit was completely renovated in 2021 with raised ceilings and moved walls to allow more usable space in the condo. The lanai was enclosed with impact glass windows with screens making this area much larger as a sunroom with views of the Gulf of Mexico.  The condo also has a laundry room with a stackable washer and dryer. This condo was sold Turn Key Furnished. 

Gulf & Bay Club is located directly on the crystal white sands of Siesta Key Beach with direct views of the Gulf of…

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The following report, information and statistics are from the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Board of Realtors as published for the Realtor Members on February 21, 2023 for closed January 2023 business. 

Home Prices Hold Steady in January, Despite a Downturn in Sales

SARASOTA, Fla. (February 21, 2023) – The Sarasota and Manatee housing market starts off the year with a continued rise in the supply of homes for sale. According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), the month’s supply of inventory for both property types increased year-over-year by more than 400 percent in the North PortSarasota-Bradenton MSA. Home prices continue to increase year-over-year in January,…

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Palmer Ranch Real Estate Agent

Sara Leicht the Owner of  SaraSellsSarasota.com  is a Palmer Ranch Real Estate Agent 

Palmer Ranch Real Estate Agent Sara Leicht  lives in Palmer Ranch and has been a Real Estate Agent since 2003 having moved to Sarasota, Florida in 1999 with her husband and 3 young sons at that time from the Boston, Massachusetts area. Sara grew up in Wellesley, Massachusetts, a popular suburb of Boston and spent all of her summers on Martha’s Vineyard. She enjoyed sailing and playing tennis at the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, working on the Vineyard, spending time with such notable Vineyard residents as the William Styron and John Hersey families, and competitive sailing the waters between Cape Cod, Nantucket and Vineyard Sound.

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Who Invented the Brownie?

Bertha Palmer's Brownie Recipe

Presented by The Historical Society of Sarasota County

Legend has it that this rich yet dainty sweet was invented at the behest of Mrs. Potter Palmer who desired a "Ladies Desert" neater to eat than pie to be used in box lunches at the Women's Building at the 1893 Columbian Exposition.  Bertha headed the Board of Lady Managers for the World's Fair, and the Palmer House was presented to her by her husband, Potter Palmer, as a wedding gift after their marriage in 1870, so the chiefs were delighted to oblige.  These are still served today at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago.

1 Pound Semi-Sweet Chocolate                                      Glaze:
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Castel Del Mare Waterfront Condo

1608 Stickney Point Drive #201, Sarasota, FL 34231

Castel Del Mare Waterfront Condo. STUNNING INTRACOASTAL DIRECT WATER VIEWS! Best Building for the Best Waterfront Views! South East balcony exposure of the most spectacular views of gorgeous boats passing by. It’s like watching a beautiful Boat Parade as you enjoy the fresh Florida sunshine on your balcony while sipping your favorite beverage. This bright 2 bedroom with 2 full bathroom condo is so unique as it has stairs directly to the unit without anyone passing by. Just down the steps to the larger pool and fishing pier. Beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms. Impact windows and slider. Recently painted.  The views are spectacular! Easy bike ride to the…

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Esplanade Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Homes and Condos 

Country Club Living with Full Amenities

Esplanade Lakewood Golf and Country Club is a master planned Taylor Morrison Community located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch off of White Eagle Blvd. just north of Route 70.  Esplanade is a meticulously maintained community of lush landscaping and beautiful homes and condos. The owners in Esplanade enjoy an 18 hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, full amenity clubhouse with fitness center, full service spa, resort pool, poolside Bahama Bar, Culinary Center with restaurant and social rooms, bocce courts, two dog parks, and a full time lifestyle director.  This is cruise ship living in your neighborhood. 

The 18 hole…

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The following report, information and statistics are from the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Board of Realtors as published for the Realtor Members on January 20, 2023 for Closed December 2022 Business. 

2022 Housing Market Defined by Record-Breaking Prices and Rising Inventory

SARASOTA, Fla. (January 20, 2023) – The 2022 housing market for Sarasota and Manatee counties reported some of the highest recorded home prices throughout the year. According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), 2022 ended with more inventory on the market and fewer sales when compared to last year’s record-breaking numbers.

“If you had to use one word to describe what happened in the real…

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Gulf and Bay Club Condos on Siesta Key

5780 Midnight Pass Road, #609B, Siesta Key

Gulf and Bay Club Condos - Direct GULF VIEWS on the World Famous Siesta Key Beach! Steps away from putting your toes in the white powdery quartz sand.

This unit was completely renovated 2 years ago with raised ceilings and walls moved to allow more usable space. Spectacular views from every room! It's hard to find a spacious 2 bedroom, office and utility room with stackable washer & dryer like this. The open kitchen is light and bright with high end custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. All countertops and wood cabinetry flow throughout. The flooring is vinyl and looks like real wood. Both bathrooms were beautifully designed…

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The following report, information and statistics are from the  Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee   as published for their Realtor Membership on December 21, 2022 for closed November 2022 business.

Sarasota-Manatee Home Sales Slow Down in November

SARASOTA, Fla. (December 21, 2022) – November home sales in the two-county region are as low or lower than the lag reported from Hurricane Ian just a few months ago. Median sales prices continue to show year-over-year increases, while other factors point toward more typical market conditions for the region. According to data from Florida REALTORS® and compiled by the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee, inventory is increasing but is still low enough to make this a “seller’s market.”

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