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April 2014 Sarasota Real Estate Sales

Real Estate Sales in Sarasota Hit Second Highest Sales in History

April 2014 Real Estate Sales Report

Downtown Sarasota WaterfrontIn a press release issued earlier this week, the Sarasota Association of REALTORS® reported sales data for April 2014. The Board reported 1,195 closed transactions in Sarasota County. This is the second highest number of sales in county history. In April 2004, the highest sales figure was recorded which totaled 1,223 property sales. There are multiple new construction projects planned for the area as Sarasota continues to thrive.

Sarasota's charming downtown area along with its excellent climate, beaches, natural beauty and cultural attractions continues to draw new residents to our area. Check back later for an update on new condominiums planned for downtown...

Longboat Key Real Estate Sales - May 2014

Six Months Stats for Longboat Key Real Estate

Grand Bay - Bay Isles CommunityIn the last 180 days, Longboat Key real estate sales totaled approximately 282. This figure is for all property styles in this 11 mile barrier island. Longboat Key’s beach is beautiful and lined with luxury condominiums from its busy south end to its quieter northern end. Visitors and second home owners have been arriving here during season for decades seeking an opulent lifestyle. Located conveniently close to St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota, residents enjoy, not only outdoor activities, but the cultural venues and shopping of a thriving city.

Six Months Real Estate Recap

  • Current Listings for Sale Active Single Family Homes for Sale: 134
  • Lowest Priced Single Family Home: $379,000
  • Highest Priced...

Crystal Sands Sales Activity May 2014

Siesta Key Beach Living at Crystal Sands

Crystal Sands is located at 6300 Midnight Pass Road on Siesta Key. This island complex offers private beach access to the 2011 No. 1 Beach. Residents enjoy an ocean-side pool in addition to the sand, as well as shopping in Siesta Key Village. Built in 1969, these Siesta Key condos are centrally located on the Key. It’s all right here: wonderful restaurants, the local drugstore, the bank or the grocer.

Sales Activity

According to the Sarasota MLS, there are currently 6 condos for sale in Crystal Sands. Priced from $531,000 for a two bedroom, two bath unit with 1261 sq.ft. to $1,000,000 for a two bedroom, two bath condo providing stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico.

  • Current Condos Listed: 6
  • Highest Priced Condo: $1,000,000
  • Lowest Priced Condo: $531,000
  • Pending Sales:...