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Big Deal

Sarasota County's Purchase of Albritton Fruit Farms Is Final

The property will provide soil for covering waste at the county landfill located just south of the farm and "will not be used as a landfill," according to a county spokesperson.

10/29/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Market Report

New Real Estate Data Shows More Inventory, Longer Time to Sale

It’s still too early to see the effects Hurricanes Helene and Milton had on our real estate market—but no matter what, there's a trend toward a cooldown from the past few frenzied years.

10/25/2024 By Kim Doleatto

The Latest

The Local Real Estate Market Is Seeing a Summer Slowdown

It's common to see declines in the summer as snowbirds leave and local tourism slows, but there are bigger forces at work, too.

09/20/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Wellen up

A New Community Is Headed to Wellen Park in South Sarasota County

Esplanade at Wellen Park is set to bring 877 new units to the market starting in early 2026.

09/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

On One Condition

The Owners of Mira Mar Plaza Want to Rehabilitate the Property While Adding Two 18-Story Towers Next Door

Whether the developer can navigate the necessary zoning changes and community concerns will determine the proposal's fate. An upcoming workshop will offer a chance for public feedback.

09/12/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Second Gen School

A Thoughtfully Updated Oyster Bay Home Built in the Spirit of the Sarasota School Hits the Market

The Quail Drive home has a unique blend of history and modernity. It's on the market for $2,295,000.

09/09/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Green Light

Investors Have Purchased the Lime Arts Building. Good News: Nothing Is Changing.

A respectful restoration by developer Howard Davis made this iconic teal-colored building a beloved destination for creatives. Its new owners agree.

08/28/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Market Report

The Local Real Estate Market Is Seeing Pre-Pandemic Inventory Supply and Softening Prices

The latest data shows the area’s highest inventory levels since 2019.

08/23/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Hello, Neighbor

The Former Circus City Architectural Salvage Building Is Now a New Event Space

The almost 6,000-square-foot space on the corner of Central Avenue and 10th Street is now open and invites you to visit and take a tour.

08/21/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Dream Homes

The 10 Most Expensive Homes in Sarasota

What all 10 share are prime waterfront locations and lots of square footage.

08/20/2024 By Susan Burns, Cooper Levey-Baker, and Kim Doleatto

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Net Win

The New Bath + Racquet Is Partnering With Tennis Pro Tommy Haas

Haas is a former world No. 2 player and the owner of 15 ATP titles. He's bringing his expertise to the new Bath + Racquet Residences & Club, set to be completed in 2026.

08/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

posh pods

This Polynesian-Inspired Compound Is an Old Florida Escape

Accessible only by water, these sprawling pods showcase throwback island vibes. They can all be yours for $8.95 million.

07/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Bayfront for Rent

Another Quay Sarasota Project Is Wrapping Up—This One With Rental Units

Cordelia, a 12-story mixed-use project, will bring 240 long-term rental units to downtown Sarasota, plus a restaurant and retail space.

07/17/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Affordable Housing

In the Wake of Florida's Arts Funding Cuts, Florida Studio Theatre Receives Workforce Housing Grant for Its New Arts Plaza

Ron DeSantis cut $32 million in funding from Florida's arts budget—but a $1 million grant for affordable housing made it through for Florida Studio Theatre. That means the organization is on track to break ground on a new $57 million project next year.

07/10/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Good Build

New Housing For Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Is On The Horizon

The Haven, a local nonprofit, is poised to build new supported independent housing on a parcel it recently acquired near its campus on DeSoto Road. It will be life-changing for its residents.

07/03/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Market Report

The Luxury Real Estate Market Is on Fire, but the Condo and Townhome Sector Is Soggy

Following record-breaking cash sales, the median single-family home sale price rose by 3.9 percent, to $530,000, in Sarasota County, but the condo market in both counties experienced declines.

06/24/2024 By Kim Doleatto

The Lovely Bones

This Sarasota School of Architecture Home Is More Than Just Another Siesta Key Getaway

Designed by Ralph Twitchell, one of the movement’s pioneers, this home exemplifies the timelessness of the style.

06/21/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Done Deal

A Former Hasbro Exec and His Wife Recently Sold Their Lido Shores Home for $12.8 Million Cash

Let's take a tour.

06/20/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Condo Crown

This Sky-High Downtown Sarasota Condo Sold for a Record-Breaking $11.35 Million Cash

Sure, it's a buyer's market when it comes to condos—but not when they look like this.

06/17/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Bayfront Up

One Park West Will Bring 69 New Condos to the Sarasota Bayfront

Part of the long-awaited One Park project, One Park West condos will be among the most affordable in the Quay and range from roughly $1 million to $3 million.

06/11/2024 By Kim Doleatto

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