tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53712414551038477972012-02-02T23:10:24.630-08:00View the latest news, statistics and information on the Longboat Key Florida real estate and condo market.John Allenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14160090761770300695noreply@blogger.comBlogger191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5371241455103847797.post-17558503987333652792010-10-29T08:16:00.000-07:002010-10-29T08:16:45.789-07:00

For those who are looking for a home with a great view in Longboat Key, the options are virtually endless. After all, no matter where you go on Longboat Key, you are likely to be greeted by amazing views. Those who are searching for a nice beach front condo with sweeping views running all the way from Longboat Key to Lido Key, however, Sunset Beach in Longboat Key might be the right choice.

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Bay s Isles is a gated community on beautiful Longboat Key, Florida. The neighborhood is made up of single-family homes, courtyard homes, villas and townhouses. Waterfront homes include both canal-front and magnificent bayfront properties. Bay Isles Residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24 hour security and two guard gated entrances. Walkers love the sidewalks with street lights and

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Positano is one of the most exclusive and luxurious condominiums on Longboat Key. This low-density complex has only 29 residences in its five, low-rise buildings. It is also one of the newest condos on Longboat Key having been recently built in 2007 to the highest hurricane codes. Each residence has over 3,000 square feet, 9 foot sliding windows and large terraces that range from 775 to 1500

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The Sarasota real estate market is definitely trending towards recovery even with oil slick worries in Louisiana and hurricane season approaching. Sellers are negotiating and lowering their prices and working to make deals happen as indicated by the last several months of real estate activity. Buyers who know Longboat Key are finally stepping into this market to scoop up some buys that only

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If you are searching for a Longboat Key condo that provides its owners a total resort lifestyle, this is it! Water Club of Longboat Key is one of Sarasota Florida’s most prestigious condominiums. An impressive site each time we take our visitors for showings. Sarasota is bursting into Spring and the sidewalks of Gulf of Mexico Drive in front of Water Club are filled with joggers, rollerbladers

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The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk with activity. Below are current stats for active listings as of March 16, 2010. All information on active listings is pulled from the MLS system. Longboat Key Single Family Homes for Sale Active Listings: 171 Highest Priced Home for Sale: $13 Million Median Home Price: $1,225,000 Average Home Price: $1,749,598 Longboat Key Condos for Sale

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The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk with activity as savvy buyers take advantage of drastically reduced prices and a very nice selection of homes and condos. There have been 82 properties sold on Longboat Key in the past 90 days. In addition there are 72 MLS listings under contract. Longboat Key Sold Properties - Past 90 Days Total Sales - 82 Highest Sale - $2,500,000 Lowest Sale

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Majestically towering to 15 stories, Islands West on Longboat Key are home to 87 units. Built in 1972, these Longboat Key condos’ amenities include: swimming pool, club house, exercise room and, of course, its main amenity Longboat Key Beach. The Sarasota MLS currently reports 4 condos for sale at Islands West on Longboat Key. There are no sales pending and one condo has sold in the last six

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Exclusive Longboat Key Florida is an 11 mile long barrier island like no other. We are constantly asked by buyers about Longboat Key's population, real estate and demographics. So here you go... Longboat Key Demographics Snapshot Population: 8,000 year round, grows to 20,000 or so in season Median Age of Residents: 68 years old. 58% of residents were 65 or older Density of Residents: 1,546.44

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Longboat Key Florida is more than just a destination. It is a lifestyle. This 11 mile long island offers an array of waterfront activities, dining, spas, golf, tennis and so much more. Longboat Key provides a private atmosphere to its lucky residents, yet it is only minutes from the endless amenities of St Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota.The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk

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Longboat Key Restaurants: Moore’s Serving Stonecrabs Since 1967Every year when it’s stonecrab season, residents and visitors arrive at Moore’s Stonecrab Restaurant on Longboat Key to sample the season’s catch. Moore’s is the oldest seafood restaurant “under the same ownership” in Manatee County.Papa Jack Moore walking the flats of the bays getting stonecrab as far back as 1927 beginning a long

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Longboat Key real estate ranges from tiny beach cottages, ranch style homes to luxurious newer highrise condominiums on both the Gulf of Mexico and the shores of Sarasota Bay. Many Longboat Key homes in neighborhoods such as Country Club Shores and Bay Isles are located on canals that wind to the Bay providing direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the properties on Longboat Key have full

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Activity on all our websites and blogs is up! Dr. Beach published his America’s 10 Best Beaches 2009 report, in May and Longboat Key condos are of high interest once again. Siesta Key moved from the no. 3 spot to the no. 2 spot on Dr. Beach's list, and Longboat Key inquiries rose along with Siesta Key. With low interest rates and nice inventory on the barrier island, savvy buyers are picking up

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If you are out on Longboat Key looking for a spot to enjoy a perfect sunset, pull into the Colony and head to the Monkey Room. The Monkey Room and the Money Room Patio Bar are now offering special prices from 5:00 pm – to 7:00 pm on select cocktails, wine and refreshments. Prices are from $5 to $7. Sunsets are free.Take Gulf of Mexico Drive to 1620 and wind around to the beachfront. For dinner

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Behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club, you will find the prestigious Longboat Key condos at Sanctuary. Entering the gates, a guard will direct your visitors to your new home. The grounds of the Longboat Key Club are meticulously maintained and residents view wildlife from the golf course to the Gulf. Longboat Key FL is located approximately 90 minutes from Tampa International Airport.

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Below is a brief summary of real estate data for the home and condos market on Longboat Key Florida. Information is current as of November 13, 2008.October 2008 Data*CondosCurrent Active Listings - 364Highest priced Listing: $5,000,000Currently Under Contract - 15October Sales - 13Single Family HomesCurrent Active Listings - 176Highest priced Listing: $12,000,000Currently Under Contract -

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If you are considering a real estate purchase, now may be the perfect time to get off the fence. There is a very good selection of inventory available and prices are back to levels we have not seen since 2004 or so. The market is far from dead. Quality properties that are priced at reasonable levels are selling.Current Market Activity Since January 1, 2008CondominiumsCurrently Under Contract -

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Longboat Key Florida offers a myriad of lifestyle options. For those who want to indulge in a luxurious, carefree, resort-style beachfront home, then welcome to La Firenza. The developmnent features two gorgeous buildings with five units each. Each unit has its own two to three car garage. Garges occupy the first floor and are available for residents along with ample guest parking around the

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Gorgeous Mediterranean style Condominium, private grandeur terraces, and romantic gulf front vistas are just a few reasons to consider Positano on the Gulf. Indulge in the ultimate maintenance-free living while embracing this oasis of sheer splendor. Residences blend indoor and outdoor living. As a perfectly situated Longboat Key condo, Positano is just a bridge away from Sarasota's eclectic

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