Home & Real Estate

Environment

Neighborhood Earns LEED Platinum Certification

Mirabella, a community of paired villas in Bradenton, and Synergy Building Corp. recently earned the LEED for Homes Platinum certification.

08/09/2016 Research by staff

Data

Positive Outlook for 55-Plus Housing Market

The National Association of Home Builders' single-family 55-plus Housing Market Index increased one point to 57 in the second quarter of this year.

08/08/2016 Research by staff

Deals

Mental Health Counseling Service Purchases Office for $192,000

Affordable Mental Health Counseling Services of Sarasota, P.L. recently purchased 100 Wallace Ave., #130, Sarasota, for $192,000.

08/08/2016 Research by staff

Deals

Interior Design Firm Leases New Space

Pamela Hughes of Hughes Design Associates recently leased office space from Franklin Square, Inc.

08/05/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Several New Leases Inked

Sarasota's Ian Black Real Estate recently announced a flurry of new leases. Here's a roundup.

08/04/2016 Research by staff

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: Midcentury Modern (and Fabulous!) in Bradenton

This week: Bob Plunket takes us inside a midcentury estate on Bradenton's Riverview Boulevard.

08/03/2016 By Bob Plunket

Platinum 100

Sarasota Luxury Rentals are a Booming Business

Some Sarasota vacation homes rent for $25,000 a month.

08/02/2016 By Ilene Denton

Platinum 100

Lifestyles of Sarasota's Super Rich

From a $34,000 bottle of wine to a dog's $2 million inheritance, we've got the insider details on some of Sarasota's most spectacular splurges.

08/02/2016

What I'm Crushing On

Five Great Looks for the Home from Designer Keffie Lancaster

A decadent forest chandelier, a curvy coffee table and more.

08/01/2016 With Keffie Lancaster

Platinum 100

The Platinum 100 2016: Home

From lighting to rugs to furniture, here's everything you need to make your home your personal masterpiece.

08/01/2016

Platinum 100

The Platinum 100 2016: Antiques

Where to find the best trinkets and treasures around town.

07/29/2016

Platinum 100

The Platinum 100 2016: Home Renovation

Ready to redo your home? We've got you covered.

07/29/2016

On the Homefront

News From the Local Real Estate Industry

Luxury condos announced for Siesta Key and Golden Gate Point; new models in Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota National.

07/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

Top Sale

Big Sale on the Island of Venice

At $1.65 million, it’s the island’s top residential sale of 2016 to date.

07/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

Sweet Dreams

HGTV Features Bedrooms by Sarasota Architect

They’re included in “40+ Master Bedrooms for Sweet Dreams.”

07/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

Great Interiors

Tour a Colorful Harbor Acres Home Designed by Pamela Hughes of Hughes Design Associates

The interior designer chose bright, bold colors and custom finishes for this bayfront redo.

07/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

Smart Home

A Harbor Acres House Showcases the Latest in Smart-Home Technology

An ultra-modern local home is packed with cutting-edge tech.

07/29/2016 By Ilene Denton

Deals

Vacant Osprey Land Sells for $159,000

1.5 acres of vacant commercial property was purchased last month for $159,000.

07/28/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

Real Estate Firm Recognized for $160 Million-Plus in Earnings

Re/Max Platinum Realty, a luxury real estate brokerage with offices in Manatee and Sarasota counties, recently received the Re/Max 'Total Volume Achievement Award' for 2015.

07/28/2016 Research by staff

Real estate

New Siesta Key Condo Development Coming

Crossgate Partners, LLC, announced plans on Wednesday for a new condo development on Siesta Key: Océane.

07/27/2016 Research by staff