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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 June 22, 2020 for closed May 2020 business.

Housing Market Begins Bounce Back in May, But Still Down from Last Year

SARASOTA, Fla. (June 22, 2020) – Housing data for May 2020 confirms another month of slowed market activity due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to the reports compiled by Florida Realtors® and provided by the Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee, the two counties saw a decline in sales and supply, causing median prices to rise again. Pending sales and new listings decreased from last year but month-over-month improvements point to a positive return to pre-pandemic…

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Baywood Colony Villa for Sale at 5856 Driftwood Place, Sarasota, FL 34231

 

Baywood Colony Villa - Free Standing Immaculate 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodeled Villa. The owners have taken meticulous care in remodeling the kitchen with all new appliances, countertops, recessed lighting and cabinets along with replacing all the windows with high impact hurricane windows, plantation shutters throughout, ceramic tile, crown moldings, new baseboards, closet doors, replaced all ceiling fixtures, washer and dryer, and beautifully painted.  The lanai has been transformed into year-round living space where you can enjoy hours of relaxing-peaceful views while protected from the elements because of the installed hurricane glass, sun/heat blocking window treatments,…

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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 May 21, 2020 for closed April 2020 business.

Local Housing Market Delayed by Stay-at-Home Order in April

SARASOTA, Fla. (April 21, 2020) – When Governor Ron DeSantis signed a stay-at-home order for the month of April 2020, a pause in the housing market was expected. The new reports compiled by Florida Realtors® and provided by the Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee show significant decreases in overall market activity when compared to April 2019. Sarasota and Manatee counties experienced declines in closed sales, pending sales and new listings, while median prices stay on the rise.

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The Hamptons on Palmer Ranch 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Sale at 5170 Highbury Circle, Sarasota, FL 34238

 

The Hamptons on Palmer Ranch - This spacious maintenance-free home features an open floor plan concept with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an office or man cave with a built in electric fireplace, separate dining room for special occasions, a combo great room/ kitchen. Great home to entertain with heated pool and screened lanai. Outside the lanai is a 10 X 10 paver brick patio, perfect for grilling. Large master suite with lanai walk out and custom walk-in closet. Home has been nicely renovated with new cabinetry, marble counter tops, engineered wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, chandeliers, and much more. Grand entrance, arches, high ceilings and…

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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 April 21, 2020 for closed March 2020 business.

Residential Sales Rise While Market Slowdown Begins in March

SARASOTA, Fla. (April 21, 2020) – The March housing market transitioned from a soaring spring season to a slowdown in activity when COVID-19 concerns began to rise mid-month. Most pending sales from the previous month became closed sales in March with an 8.3 percent rise in closed sales for both markets in Sarasota and Manatee. Fewer properties were added to the market in March, which was expected during the coronavirus pandemic.

“March started strong with a lot of activity, as indicated by…

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Coastal Living Magazine Names Venice in Top 10 List

Venice, Florida has been named a top place for living on the Coast by Tracy Minkin of Coastal Living Magazine for 2020. 

GULF STAR
Talk about a place ready for its moment in the sun (all 252 days a year of it).

This resort-forward little city of 23,376—a low-key beauty on the Gulf with Mediterranean architecture and 14 miles of bone-white beaches—has just emerged from a yearlong beautification project in its historic downtown.

New rows of tall palms shade upgraded sidewalks (with ADA-compliant curbs), while median strips lush with hibiscus, jatropha, and jasmine add tropical verve to Venice's lively center for food, drink, shopping, and arts. (It's home to one of the largest community theaters…

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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 March 20, 2020 for closed February 2020 business.

 

2020 Housing Market Starts Strong; Bracing for Change in March

SARASOTA, Fla. (March 20, 2020) – In Sarasota and Manatee counties, the February housing market reports more closed sales and an overall rise in dollar volume. According to monthly reports from Florida Realtors®, median prices increased while inventory declined in both counties.

Closed Sales

Closed sales in Sarasota and Manatee totaled 1,710 in February 2020, a 13.7 percent increase from the same time last year. Condo sales increased by 35.7 percent to 376 sales in Sarasota and by…

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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 February 21, 2020 for closed January 2020 business.

Home Sales Outpace Supply in January 2020

SARASOTA, Fla. (February 21, 2020) – According to monthly reports from Florida Realtors®, the Sarasota and Manatee housing market experienced another robust month of sales in January.  Compared to the same month in 2019 when there was a decrease in sales and an increase in inventory, the opposite can be said for January 2020; an increase in sales and a decrease in inventory.

Closed Sales

Closed sales in Sarasota and Manatee totaled 1,539 in January 2020, a 32.4 percent increase from the same…

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Summer Cove on Siesta Key 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bathroom Condo for Sale at 1660 Summerhouse Lane unit #303

Summer Cove on Siesta Key - Overlooking Sarasota Bay gated Summer Cove is your own private oasis and surrounds itself on 3 1/2 acres of lush foliage, exotic birds and has the feel of Old Florida coastal charm. This spacious Tamarind model is 2400 square feet of living area consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances, open living and dining room areas along with 2 private terraces totaling 580 sq. ft., private elevator to owner's foyer and enclosed garage parking with 2 parking spaces. Exceptional amenities include fully equipped fitness center, clubhouse for festive get-togethers, large gathering room,…

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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 January 22, 2020 for closed December 2019 business.

Year-Over-Year Home Sales Rise Amid Shrinking Inventory

SARASOTA, Fla. (January 22, 2020) – The residential housing market in Sarasota and Manatee counties showed more activity in December of 2019 than the same month in 2018 with a 49.2 percent increase in the total volume of sales.

According to monthly reports from Florida REALTORS®, the number of closed sales increased year-over-year, along with cash sales, median prices and new listings.

How Many Homes and Condos Sold

Sarasota and Manatee county REALTORS® participated in 1,983…

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