NEIGHBORHOODS

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Sarasota offers an interesting diversity of neighborhoods for every lifestyle and price range, from downtown high-rise 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. 

THE KEYS

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. 

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. 

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 lining the Gulf of Mexico, to sprawling bayside estates. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

MAINLAND

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. 

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.

Gulf Gate.  This tranquil, older neighborhood features the classic Florida home -- a single-story, ranch-style, concrete homes with barrel tile roof. Yards and homes are beautifully maintained in Gulf Gate while winding streets and mature trees help to create a comfortable atmosphere. 

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. 

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.

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.

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 charm.

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. 

South Gate.  One of Sarasota's signature neighborhoods, South Gate is a community of more than 2,000 single-family homes renowned for its unpretentious ranch-style houses, easily identifiable by their concrete and stucco exteriors, barrel tile roofs and well-tended lawns.

COUNTRY CLUBS

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.

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.

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.

Lakewood Ranch.  Lakewood Ranch is a massive, master-planned community laid out in five separate villages of single-family homes.  Residents have nearby shopping, dining, medical facilities, schools, hotels and a corporate park for a new real estate community. 

Laurel Oak Estates & Country Club.  An upscale country lifestyle is the theme of Laurel Oaks where the homes are situated by two 18-hole golf courses designed by Gary Player. No more than 430 homes will be built on its 813 acres.

The Oaks. With two championship courses and three housing developments (golf course homes, waterfront estates, and the “Preserves” condominiums), The Oaks offers diversified living. The lavish clubhouse is the scene of many culinary events. 

Palm-Aire Country Club.  One of the area's most distinguished country club communities, Palm-Aire consists of 1,300 acres of land with residences ranging from condominiums to estate-sized homes and wooded villa communities. Palm-Aire offers two championship golf courses, 14 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, an Olympic-sized pool and clubhouse.

Palmer Ranch.  Palmer Ranch is Sarasota's largest master-planned community consisting of 1,000 acres of superbly developed single-ownership land. A wide range of lifestyle choices are provided from maintenance-free villas and condominiums to sprawling estates and beautiful single-family homes. 

Prestancia.  Home to senior PGA tournaments and two championship courses, Prestancia is a golfing community with many elegant homes. 

The Meadows.  One of Sarasota's most popular communities, The Meadows offers a large assortment of single-family homes, villas and condominiums. Golf, tennis, racquetball, bicycling and jogging trails and dozens of stocked lakes are available.

University Park Country Club.  Recognized as one of Sarasota's premier lifestyle communities, University Park offers a variety of home style choices, including maintenance-free, single-family homes, patio homes and custom-designed estates. 

BOATING COMMUNITIES

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 are some of the things that first strike you when you enter The Inlets. Other neighborhoods include Harbour Walk at the Inlets and Hawk Island. 

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.  

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.  

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. 

Stillwater on the Bay.  Spectacular bay views, private docks with lifts, opulent architecture details, exquisite amenities. 

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. Search for Properties in this Area

TENNIS COMMUNITIES

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. 

Laurel Oak Country Club.  A truly private country club situated in a prestigious gated community. You and your family can enjoy a host of activities specifically designed for those who want luxury, privacy the most out of life. Golf, tennis, swimming, casual and fine dining and socializing are presented in an atmosphere that is exclusive yet comfortable and inviting. Tennis: 12 clay courts using the “Hydro” irrigation system (six courts are lighted for night play). 

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. 

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 as part of an active and growing community nestled on Sarasota Bay just one mile from the prestigious “Bollettieri” IMG Academies. Tennis: Private, member-owned club. 

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. 

Serendipity at the Country Club of Sarasota. Set in a private community in the heart of Sarasota and minutes from the Gulf’s finest beaches, Serendipity Racquet Club stands out as one of the premier tennis, athletic and dining facilities on Florida’s West coast.  Tennis: 19 Har Tru tennis courts, 13 lighted courts for evening play, 5 USPTA certified tennis professionals. 

University Park Golf & Country Club.  Enter University Park and step into the area's most beautiful residential environment. Quality is defined throughout University Park's many individual neighborhoods, each with its own distinguishable entrance and award-winning homes offered by the area's most sought after builders. Tennis: 11 Lighted Har-Tru Courts and a Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop.