Downtown Sarasota Condos Update

Sarasota downtown condos are moving. Last year Barbara Corcoran had a spot on the Today Show about Sarasota being the no. 1 Best Place to Buy a Home. Ms. Corcoran mentioned Sarasota's sophistication as a city offering an urban lifestyle. Just like the story about Siesta Key being the No. 2 Beach last year, this Today Show spot presenting Sarasota to the world brings in new buyers. The downtown area is a great walking neighborhood. Residents live, work and play right in the downtown Sarasota Paradise.

Whole Foods, the new downtown Publix, shops, galleries and restaurants are within walking distance of the downtown area. The beaches of Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key Beach are all a short drive from downtown Sarasota. For additional shopping, world famous St. Armands Circle is within 5 minutes of the city.  Restaurants, cafes and bistros are both downtown and on the Circle offering excellent cuisines of choice.

The opera, ballet and symphony in Sarasota are frequented by residents and visitors of Sarasota condos. The location of the inner city to beaches, water activities and cultural venues is extraordinary. In the last few years, many new condominiums were built featuring top-of-the-line amenities that draw buyers seeking a luxury and convenient lifestyle.

If you are searching for that urban lifestyle that downtown Sarasota condos offer, give John Allen or Annette Smith a call. We regularly show downtown Sarasota condos including One Hundred Central, Plaza at Five Points, the Ritz Carlton Tower Residences, as well as properties on the barrier islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key.  We can show you any Sarasota property.

One Hundred Central - Downtown Sarasota Condos

Sandy Whitehead has a new listing at One Hundred Central, right in the heart of downtown Sarasota.  This is where you want to be if you want to be in the middle of everything.  Marina Jack's and the Bayfront are close, Starbuck's and Whole Foods are just around each corner.  There is also specialty shopping on Main Street.

This 4th floor condo has a den just off the foyered entry.  Add a closet to the den, and you'll have a two bedroom unit.  The open floor plan offers a spacious master bedroom, two full baths, beautiful kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.   There's also a 27x11 covered outdoor terrace with entrances from the living area and the master bedroom.  Priced at $439,000 -- make an offer and enjoy the downtown Sarasota lifestyle!  Bring your toothbrush -- this condo is offered turnkey furnished with a few exceptions.

One Hundred Central provides secured parking building and extra storage is available too along with outstanding amenities:  fitness center, club room, theater, art studio, outdoor kitchen, guest suite, resort-style swimming pool and spa as well as 24 hr security. 

You can bring your pets to 100 Central -- two of them and any size.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 9 condos for sale at One Hundred Central priced from $379,000 to $1,100,000. Two condos at One Hundred Central are under contract and 3 condos have sold in the building in the last six months at selling prices of ranging from $367,500 to $850,000.

If you are searching for a downtown Sarasota condo right in the heart of Sarasota that affords you a luxurious urban lifestyle, this one is very special. Call Sandy Whitehead at 941-928-3435 for information regarding showings. Downtown shopping, restaurants and cultural venues as well as Palm Avenue galleries are all close to One Hundred Central.

West of the Trail is a great area in Sarasota if you want the convenient lifestyle but just a little bit away from the city center.  We show Sarasota homes for sale in this area as well as waterfront properties on all Sarasota's barrier islands.  Give us a call!

Regency House Condo Sold- Downtown Sarasota Condos

Condo Just Sold at Regency House in Downtown Sarasota

Regency House, one of downtown Sarasota's bayfront condos, recently completed a renovation of its public areas that helped us sell our listing. The main lobby area now sparkles with its new look, including a glass tiled wall behind the reception area. There's a great little library for Regency House residents on the main level near the front door, a club room and a fitness room right next to the swimming pool area, also on the main level.  Residents of Regency enjoy many social activates.  The on-site management are efficient and extremely helpful to residents and agents.


Sandy Whitehead and I had this great second floor Regency House listing in under contract in just 62 days. The unit showed beautifully featuring Main Cottage furnishings along with approximately 1700 sq.ft. of living space. The lanai was enclose to make room for  a huge living/dining space.  In addition, the condo offered two bedroom, two baths, washer/dryer in the unit as well as a surprise "office" creatively tucked into a space used by many as their storage closet. Priced at $339,000 -- a great buy for the new owners and a great sale for the sellers!

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 7 condos at Regency House priced from $155,000 to $660,000. One condo is under contract at Regency House an 3 condos have sold in the last six months at prices ranging from $302,500 to $600,000.

If you are searching for a downtown Sarasota condo near downtown Sarasota and right across from the Marina and the Bayfront Park, call Sandy Whitehead at 941-928-3435 or Annette Smith at 941-504-3922 for information regarding showings. Downtown shopping, restaurants and cultural venues as well as Palm Avenue galleries are all within walking distance from the Regency House.

Update on Kanaya Condos in Downtown Sarasota

Urban Living at Kanaya, Sarasota FL

Healthy living is promoted by the condos at Kanaya. Offering a well balanced lifestyle, Kanaya was designed for the unique lifestyle of Feng Shui. Extraordinary views and wonderful amenities in the Burns Court area of downtown Sarasota are featured at Kanaya, and only three units per floor in this building.

Amenities offered at Kanaya: Rooftop terrace with web bars and spa, social room, outdoor kitchen, lap pool, fitness facility, and gallery.

The Sarasota MLS currently shows 12 condos available for sale. Prices range from $699,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath unit to a $2,100,000 for a penthouse unit.  There is one condo priced at over a million that is under contract.  There have been no sales in the last six months.

Annette Smith offers the highest of Internet exposure for selling your downtown Sarasota condo with multiple websites and a creative marketing strategy for the Sarasota Florida real estate market. Email Annette with your questions about Sarasota homes for sale or to ask for a buying or listing appointment.

Other condos to consider in the downtown area:  Plaza at Five Points, One Hundred Central and 1350 Main

The place to be is living in downtown Sarasota, Florida!

The Plaza at Five Points in Downtown Sarasota

Located in the heart of Downtown Sarasota’s, the Plaza at Five Points is luxury redefined. Upon approach, the 10,000 square foot Grand Motor Court with covered Porte-cochere with valet parking makes an impressive immediate statement. The Plaza offers nine floors of retail, office and parking, 10th floor amenities level, followed by seven floors offering the 52 condominium residences.

Residences include elegant hardwood door entry, grand entry foyers with coffered ceilings, gourmet kitchens with premium cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, granite or solid surface counters, and opulent master suites with terrace access, and elegantly appointed baths with a luxurious tub surrounded in marble with a 12” backsplash.

Amenities in the Plaza included a private clubroom overlooking Sarasota Bay, a fireplace, catering kitchen, wet bar and entertainment center. A resort style pool and spa with a fully furnished sun deck with grilling area and gazebo, combined with an elegant library/boardroom or the garden terrace offers plenty of opportunities for true relaxation. For wellness and health, utilize the state-of-the-art fitness center and aerobics center! Perhaps most unique and convenient are the beautifully furnished guest suites available for your visiting family and friends.

Located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, the Plaza’s location puts it in walking distance of some of Sarasota’s finest restaurants, theaters, shops and galleries. If you are interested in exploring downtown Sarasota condos, give Annette a call at 941-504-3922.

Regency House - Downtown Sarasota Condos

Regency House, one of downtown Saraosta's bayfront condos, recently completed a renovation of its public areas. The main lobby area was totally redone and now sparkles. There's a great little library for owners on the main level, a club room and a fitness room right next to the swimming pool area.




Sandy Whitehead and I just listed a great second floor condo in the building. The unit offers beautiful Main Cottage furnishings along with approximately 1700 sq.ft. of living space. There is a huge living/dining space, two bedroom, two baths, washer/dryer in the unit as well as a surprise "office" creatively tucked into a space used by many as their storage closet. A great condo and a great buy at $339,000 -- lowest priced condo for sale at Regency House.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 5 condos at Regency House priced from $339,000 to $544,000. One condo has sold at Regency House in the last six months at a selling price of $600,000.

If you are searching for a downtown Sarasota condo right across from the Marina and the Bayfront Park, this one is very special. Call Sandy Whitehead at 941-928-3435 for information regarding showings. Downtown shopping, restaurants and cultural venues as well as Palm Avenue galleries are all within walking distance from the Regency House.

Downtown Sarasota Real Estate Update

Once again, downtown Sarasota real estate is on the move. Barbara Corcoran mentioned on the Today Show this week about Sarasota being the no. 1 Best Place to Buy a Home. Ms. Corcoran pointed out that Sarasota is a sophisticated city offering an urban lifestyle. We keep mentioning in our blog posts, how popular the downtown area is as a walking neighborhood. Residents in the downtown area think it’s a great place to live, work and play.

Walk from home to work, shop at Whole Foods or the new downtown Publix. Shops, galleries and restaurants are within walking distance too. Siesta Key beach, Lido Beach and Longboat Key Beach are all a short drive from the downtown area. For additional specialty shops and dining, St. Armands Circle is within 5 minutes of the city.

Cultural venues such as the opera, ballet and symphony are frequented by many downtown Sarasota real estate residents. The location of the inner city to beaches, activities and culture is extraordinary. Many new condominiums were built within the last few years with providing home owners amenities that draw buyers seeking a convenient lifestyle.
If you are searching for that convenient urban lifestyle that downtown Sarasota real estate offers, give us a call. We regularly show downtown Sarasota real estate as well as the barrier islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key regularly and can show you any Sarasota homes for sale.