Summertime - Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, Florida

Rich and Stephanie Jackson were at the Ritz Carlton in Sarasota this week with their children, Richie, Cole and Reese. The Jacksons are my friend and former partner at RE/MAX and now at 41 West Realty, Sandy Whitehead's family. Stephanie and Rich invited me to join them on two occasions while they visited the beautiful downtown Ritz.

Thursday evening we sat on the terraces of the Ca d'Zan Lounge sipping Pinot Grigio and feasting on sliders, caesar salads and burgers. Quite a combination, I know, but with three little ones on tow, you tend to reach and grab a bite when you can. The two boys enjoyed the pool while baby Reese took a nap.

Friday evening Craig and Jennifer Whitehead of Clearwater arrived to join the group with their two little Whiteheads: Katie and Carson. Carson and Reese were born in March a few days apart. Stephanie and Craig continue the rich tradition of family gatherings and the Ritz-Carlton was the perfect place for a mini-reunion.


Condos in downtown Sarasota are available for purchase at the Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences if you desire the elegant services and amenities of one of the world's finest resorts. The Sarasota MLS lists 14 condos in the tower for sale currently. Five condos have sold at the Ritz Tower Residences in the last six months.

Alinari - Downtown Sarasota Condos for Sale

An Array of Condos for Sale at Alinari in Downtown Sarasota Area

Located next to the Renaissance on Hwy 41, the Tamiami Trail, Alinari, one of downtown Sarasota newest condo buildings which was completed in 2007. The Sarasota MLS currently reports 32 condos available for purchase. Selections include a one bedroom, one bath condo with garden views priced at $334,500 and also furnished to a penthouse unit with over 2400 sq.ft. priced at $1,199,000.

Alinari's amenities include: BBQ Area, Club Room, Theater Room, Fitness Center, Kitchen, Pool, Spa, Sauna

Alinari's location is perfect for lovers of the arts. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Florida West Coast Symphony and the Players Theater are in your neighborhood at Alinari as well as shopping and dining of the downtown area.

If you're one of those people who thinks the new urban lifestyle is perfect for you, timing couldn't be better. There are hundreds of condos for sale in the downtown Sarasota area. Some owners are very motivated and prices are reflecting the new Sarasota real estate market.

Downtown Sarasota Condos Market Update

Downtown Sarasota Condos Across from Marina Jack's

Urban Living with Fabulous Water Views

If you purchase a condo on Gulfstream in one of many buildings: Essex House, Embassy House, Regency House, Sarabande or Tessera, you're likely to have an incredible view of the "famous" Sarasota sailboats and incredible sunsets!

Walk to your hair salon, Whole Foods, downtown shops. Take in a movie in your neighborhood or stop by Starbuck's for a cup of java. It's all in downtown Sarasota. This new way of life arrives just in time as gas prices skyrocket!

Currently the Sarasota MLS reports hundreds of condos listed for sale in the downtown area. 100 Central has 8 units available affordable priced from $429,900 to over a million dollars. At 1350 Main, you will find 23 units listed. 1350 Main is one of Sarasota's newest condos buildings with wonderful amenities, walking distance to everything downtown offers. Units are priced from $369,000 for a one bedroom to $1,175,000 for two bedroom, two and one-half baths and over 2,000 sq.ft.

Call Annette at 941-504-3922 with your price range or check out some of the downtown Sarasota condos on your own.

For all Sarasota real estate information, contact Annette Smith or John Allen.