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Sarasota offers an interesting diversity of neighborhoods for every lifestyle and price range, from downtown highrise condominiums overlooking the Bay to historic neighborhoods sprinkled with cottages and bungalows to sprawling country club estates.
The barrier islands each have their own unique character as well, from opulent Longboat Key with its manicured fairways to laid-back Siesta Key with its tropical island feel.
An eclectic mix of architecture includes Spanish Mediterranean, Old Florida and contemporary designs, as well as examples of the minimalist Sarasota School of Architecture. Most Sarasota neighborhoods are within 15 minutes of the water.
Some of the area's most distinctive properties are located on the barrier islands. In Sarasota County, the three distinct “islands” accessible by bridge are Casey Key, Siesta Key and Longboat Key.
Bird Key
Located just west of downtown Sarasota and the John Ringling Bridge, Bird Key is an exclusive gated enclave comprised of some 500 single family homes on quiet streets, many with wonderful views of the Sarasota skyline and the shimmering waters of Sarasota Bay.
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Lido Shores
Views of the Sarasota skyline, gulf and bay provide a stunning backdrop for dramatic, upscale properties created by some of Sarasota's most talented architects and designers.
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Longboat Key
Impeccably manicured fairways and meticulous landscaping characterize this luxurious residential and resort community. Home of world-class golf and tennis resorts, Longboat Key offers residential options ranging from opulent high-rise condominiums on lining the Gulf of Mexico to sprawling bayside estates.
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Manasota Key
Enchanting Manasota Key is unique in that it has no high-rise buildings and no traffic lights. What it does have is beautiful, pristine beaches and a two-lane, Florida-protected, tree-canopied road with private homes shielded behind lush tropical foliage.
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Siesta Key
With the distinction of having the "World's Whitest Sand Beach," Siesta Key features a tropical island feel with a mix of residential options from waterfront homes and mid-rise condominiums to quaint beach cottages.
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St.
Armands
World-renowned for its shopping and dining, St. Armands is a residential community of some 225 homes of mixed architectural styles. It is also a cultural destination featuring Smooth Jazz on St. Armands every Fourth Friday with Style and the St. Armands Art Festival & Annual Fall Sidewalk Festival.
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Casey Key
Casey Key is a narrow, eight-mile-long strip of land where nearly every house has a view of the Gulf of Mexico. Located south of Siesta Key between the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn Bay, it is one of Florida's most prestigious addresses.
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Many of Sarasota's mainland communities have been revitalized and have emerged as some of the City's most sought-after addresses. Mainland neighborhoods exude the character and charm of Old Florida, and their close proximity to downtown Sarasota's cultural offerings, shopping and restaurants make them convenient as well as delightful places to call home.
Cherokee Park
Cherokee Park transcends the times with its wide, quiet streets, gracious, traditional homes, and tropical mature trees. Many of the homes in this well-established neighborhood have been recently renovated.
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Downtown
From new luxury condominiums facing the bay to renovated apartments and a delightful mix of both new and refurnished single-family homes, downtown Sarasota is a vibrant and exciting place.
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Gulf Gate
This tranquil, older neighborhood features the classic Florida home -- a single-story, ranch-style, concrete homes with barrel tile roofs. Yards and homes are beautifully maintained in Gulf Gate while winding streets and mature trees help to create a comfortable atmosphere.
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Harbor Acres
With its beautifully landscape streets and location along Sarasota Bay, Harbor Acres is an astute property investment as well as a wonderful place to live.
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Oyster Bay
Centered around the Field Club, Oyster Bay is a small area of distinguished homes featuring classic Old Florida style homes along with executive residences, and a few mansions as well.
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The Landings
One of Sarasota's most popular newer communities, The Landings is a gated community just moments away from schools, shopping, Siesta Key Beach, and Sarasota's finest restaurants. A community with tennis, pool, gym, clubhouse, walking and biking trails.
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McClellan Park
McClellan Park is a neighborhood of mostly older homes, set in a tranquil area of narrow, winding streets. There's a sense of history here...a quiet neighborhood holding onto its inherent charms.
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Museum Area
The museum area comfortably mixes the modern and the traditional. Those homes facing Sarasota Bay include some of our city's most imposing residences and there are also smaller, more affordable homes along the quiet streets.
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South Gate
One of Sarasota's signature neighborhoods, South Gate is a community of more than 2,000 single-family homes. and renowned for its unpretentious ranch-style houses, easily identifiable by their concrete and stucco exteriors, barrel tile roofs and well-tended lawns.
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When you buy a house in one of Sarasota's country club communities, it's not just property you're buying, it's a lifestyle. With an abundance of amenities, luxurious, manicured grounds and fine dining, residents have almost everything they need within the security gates.
Bent Tree
Bent Tree is a master-planned community offering a wide range of architectural styles with its golf course views, wide, beautifully landscaped streets and well-stocked lakes.
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Calusa Lakes
With a sparkling backdrop of 28 lakes, Calusa Lakes is situated on a 460 heavily wooded acres offering a choice selection of single-family homes and challenging golf course.
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The Concession Golf Club & Residences
Pristine woodlands and waterways provide the backdrop for the
private club and gated community, the Gulf Coast’s only Jack
Nicklaus Signature Golf Course designed in association with Tony
Jacklin. The Lindrick neighborhood features 1 to 1½-acre homesites
overlooking oaks preserves and lakes, priced from the $1 millions.
The Nicklaus Manor neighborhood is an enclave of 33 homes, each
set on a half-acre site. Purchase of the residence includes a
Signature Membership to the club. Home packages are priced from
the mid $2 millions. Amenities include a 23-acre practice
facility with 10,000-square-foot putting green, traditional caddie
program, sports clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, fitness center and
croquet courts.
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Country Club of Sarasota
Country Club of Sarasota single-family homes border either a fairway of the world-famous TPC Golf Course in Prestancia or a delightful lakefront setting.
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The Founders Club
This private traditional community offers 262 homes, 200 with
direct golf course vistas of fairways, wetlands and natural
preserves. Home sites start from the $400,000s. Opened in February
2005, the 18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert
Trent Jones Jr. is set against a backdrop of centuries-old oaks,
pines and palms and offers three par 5's and three par 3's on each
nine. Amenities include a driving range, putting green, chipping
green, pro shop, lessons, clubhouse with a main dining room and
private dining rooms, fitness facility, and massage therapy
treatment room. A recreational facility highlights basketball,
sand volleyball, a picnic gazebo and grills, and two Har-Tru
tennis courts.
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Gator Creek
Gator Creek is a quintessential country gentlemen’s community of
66 upscale homes. Fourteen miles east of downtown Sarasota, this
quiet community features abundant wildlife, including bald eagles,
bobcats, foxes, hawks, deer and, of course, alligators. A bridle
trail rims the community. Homes tend to be snapped up as soon as
they hit the market. This exclusive men’s club features an 18-hole
course built in 1972 and designed by Joe Lee. Features include
generous landing areas in the fairways and well-maintained greens
that are large, undulating and fast. The course's signature hole
is the scenic #15 hole, a 380-yard, par 4 which features water
flowing down the right side of the fairway. Guests must be
accompanied by a member.
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Lakewood Ranch
A city onto itself, Lakewood Ranch is an award-winning,
master-planned community laid out in five distinct villages
offering single-family homes, condominiums and townhomes.
Lakewood Ranch has two golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer:
The Legacy, an 18-hole daily-fee course, and a 36-hole,
members-only private course. The Legacy has received a 4 ½-star
rating from Golf Digest magazine. The Club’s
42,000-square-foot Italian villa-style clubhouse offers rooms for
casual and fine dining and a large ballroom. Amenities include 16
Har-Tru and two red-clay lighted courts, 100 miles of trails and
sidewalks, 400 acres of lakes, a restored 41-acre wetland
preserve, a protected 2,000-acre conservation easement and
numerous parks.
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Laurel Oak Country Club
Laurel Oak features more than 400 homes on 800-plus acres
surrounded by two 18-hole, par-72, championship golf courses
designed by Gary Player: The West course, the first Gary Player
Signature Course built on Florida's west coast in 1990, and the
longer East course, opened in 1994. Another 18 holes by Rees
Jones are scheduled to be completed in December 2005. The club
also features 12 clay tennis courts using the “Hydro” irrigation
system, with six courts lighted for night play. Other amenities
include a swimming pool, complete golf instruction programs, two
driving ranges, putting green and clubhouse with dining and
banquet facilities.
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The Oaks
The Oaks offers three distinct low-density communities with
golf-course homes, waterfront estates and condominiums. Its
private equity country club features two popular courses bordered
by Little Sarasota Bay: The Eagle, a Ted McAnlis design that runs
fairly straight and narrow along the perimeter of the 1,000-acre
property, and the more intensely challenging interior Heron Course
designed by William Byrd. Amenities include The Oaks’
30,000-square-foot Georgian clubhouse, 14 Har-Tru tennis courts, a
Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool and dining facilities.
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Palm-Aire Country Club
Palm-Aire comprises 1,300 acres with condominiums, estate-sized
homes and wooded villas. It features two 18-hole, par-72
championship golf courses: the original, the Champions,
designed by Dick Wilson to challenge the such legends as Gary
Player, Sam Snead and Ken Venturi; and the Joe Lee‑designed
course, The Lakes, ranked as one of the best courses in Florida by Florida
Golfweek magazine. Both courses have tee box locations at
each hole to accommodate players of every skill level. Amenities
include 14 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, an Olympic-sized pool, a
clubhouse, and a beautiful Spanish-style clubhouse overlooking the
lake at the Champions’ 18th green which features a formal dining
room, casual grille, lanai and lounge.
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Palmer Ranch
Palmer Ranch is a master-planned community consisting of 1,000
acres. A wide variety of residential options ranges from
maintenance-free villas and condominiums to single-family homes
and sprawling estates. Palmer Ranch is home to the Tournament
Players Club (TPC) at Prestancia, which took over the Country Club
of Sarasota in 1984. Added to the Country Club’s existing 18-hole
course was a second 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed
by Mike Souchak and Ron Garl.
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Tournament Players Club
at Prestancia
Part of the Palmer Ranch master-planned community, the TPC at
Prestancia was created when the PGA Tour took over the Country
Club of Sarasota in 1984. Added to the Country Club’s existing
18-hole course was a second 18-hole, par-72 championship course
designed by Mike Souchak and Ron Garl. Beautifully landscaped
communities offer golf, nature and lake views. Amenities include
a clubhouse, dining, banquet room, swimming, tennis, golf practice
facility, men’s and women’s locker rooms and golf shop.
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The Meadows
The Meadows features single-family homes, condominiums, villas and
the Meadows Country Club, offering 54 holes of championship golf
on three distinctive 18-hole courses: The Groves, a par-65 Arthur
Hills Walking course, The Meadows, a par-72 course remodeled by
Ron Garl, and the par-72 Highlands. Amenities include 16 Har-Tru
lighted tennis courts, three restaurants, swimming, racquetball,
cycling and jogging trails, and stocked lakes.
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University Park Country Club
A gated, master-planned community, University Park offers
maintenance-free single-family homes, patio homes and
custom-designed estates, many overlooking lakes, preserve areas or
the golf course. The 27-hole golf course designed by Ron Garl has
received 4 stars from Golf Digest magazine and has been
called one of America's best by Golf Week and Florida
Golf News. It is one of the best fairways for women according
to Golf For Women magazine. University Park’s tennis and
fitness center includes 11 lighted Har-Tru courts and tennis pro
shop. Other amenities include croquet, golf pro shop, golf
instruction and a large golf practice area. University Park also
features the Braden River Nature Trail and Fitness Park.
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Grand Mariner on Longboat Key
Grand Mariner in Longboat Key is undeniably the new crown jewel of Florida's Gulf Coast. With indulgent amenities, lush tropical landscaping, exclusive condo community living, a private deep-water yacht harbor and distinctive architecture, it is simply a place without equal. Nestled amid secluded, billowing palms in prestigious Longboat Key, it's a dream come true for just fourteen exclusive condominium residents.
The Inlets at Riverdale
The Inlets, one of Florida's last unspoiled waterfront properties, is every homeowner's dream, a home with a dock in your own backyard. A gorgeous setting, framed by hundred year old oaks and pines. Gracious homes, designed by a world-class architectural firm. Deep water dockage, home to schools of jumping fish and stately herons. Those are the things that first strike you when you enter The Inlets. Other neighborhoods: Harbour Walk at the Inlets and Hawk Island.
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Portofino on the Bay
Portofino On The Bay is a gated and maintenance free community with boat slips and water access for home buyers. Located on Little Sarasota Bay, you can choose from 6 model home designs that provide plenty of living space with many extras.
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River Wilderness Golf & County Club
Privacy, Gated Security, Championship Golf and Classic Southern Living... on the River - Nestled along the north shore of the historic Manatee River in the heart of the Sarasota/Tampa Bay area, the 1,400 acre, private golf and country club community of River Wilderness offers a surprising array of custom home choices and amenities, including direct boating access to the Gulf of Mexico - attracting discerning buyers from throughout the United States and abroad.
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Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club
Southbay owns and operates one of the largest and finest community-owned deep water marinas on the west coast of Florida. It has 172 boat slips that can accommodate boats up to 55 feet in length. For property owners' use only, its monthly slip rentals are some of the most affordable in Florida.
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Waterlefe Golf and River Club
Discover a world of exquisite amenities and breathtaking beauty at Waterlefe Golf & River Club.
If you are a boating enthusiast, you'll definitely want to check out the marina and private boat docks. Fifty-nine slips line the Manatee River and lead to the Gulf of Mexico. Plus, many private docks are available for those residents who wish to keep their craft at their home.
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Lakewood Ranch
One visit to Lakewood Ranch and you'll know why this is one of the most award-winning master-planned communities in the nation. The combination of residential Villages, recreational amenities, convenient shopping and services, great schools, medical facilities, and office and commercial opportunities leaves nothing to be desired. All the components of life are here in one great plan. Tennis: 16 Har-Tru and 2 red-clay lighted court.
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Laurel Oak Country Club
Laurel Oak features more than 400 homes on 800-plus acres
surrounded by two 18-hole, par-72, championship golf courses
designed by Gary Player: The West course, the first Gary Player
Signature Course built on Florida's west coast in 1990, and the
longer East course, opened in 1994. Another 18 holes by Rees
Jones are scheduled to be completed in December 2005. The club
also features 12 clay tennis courts using the “Hydro” irrigation
system, with six courts lighted for night play. Other amenities
include a swimming pool, complete golf instruction programs, two
driving ranges, putting green and clubhouse with dining and
banquet facilities.
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Meridian at The Oaks Preserve
This gated community features luxury high-rise condominiums with panoramic views of Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico beyond. Each superbly crafted residence includes a private elevator foyer. Tennis: Residents will enjoy the world-class amenities at the exclusive Oaks Country Club including 36-holes of championship golf, regulation croquet, and tennis and swim clubs.
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The Racquet Club of El Conquistador
A private, member-owned tennis club in Bradenton, Florida. The club has been in operation for over 20 years. We are part of an active and growing community nestled on Sarasota Bay just one mile from the prestigious IMG Academies, “Bollettieri.” Tennis: Private, member-owned club.
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Rosedale Golf & Country Club
Whether maintenance-free patio homes or larger single-family homes, Rosedale residences are a blend of high-tech materials and architectural aesthetics. 'Finely tuned detailing and appealing extras are found in these luxurious homes bordering the golf course, lakes or nature preserves. Tennis: 5 Har-Tru lighted tennis courts.
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University Park Country Club
A gated, master-planned community, University Park offers
maintenance-free single-family homes, patio homes and
custom-designed estates, many overlooking lakes, preserve areas or
the golf course. The 27-hole golf course designed by Ron Garl has
received 4 stars from Golf Digest magazine and has been
called one of America's best by Golf Week and Florida
Golf News. It is one of the best fairways for women according
to Golf For Women magazine. University Park’s tennis and
fitness center includes 11 lighted Har-Tru courts and tennis pro
shop. Other amenities include croquet, golf pro shop, golf
instruction and a large golf practice area. University Park also
features the Braden River Nature Trail and Fitness Park.
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