Sarasota Houses For Sale Blog 
Wednesday, January 6th, 2010 at 9:17am.
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Check out this new listing at 7349 Stanhope Court in The Hampton neighborhood on Palmer Ranch. This is a 3 bedroom plus den or a 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2,206 square foot home built in 2001. The asking price is $334,900
Stunning maintenance free home in The Hamptons on Palmer Ranch. This is
a great home to enjoy the Florida lifestyle without the hassles of yard
maintenance.This home has been extensively remodeled with new kitchen
cabinets, granite countertops, new flooring and trim work. This home is
easy to maintain yet still offers 3 bedrooms and a den/office or 4
bedrooms in over 2,200 sq. ft. of living space. Spaciousenough to
easily handle a family or to serve as a great winter getaway.
You can view more photos and a virtual tour at 7349…
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Wednesday, December 30th, 2009 at 2:09pm.
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First of all... Happy New Year to you! May 2010 be the best yet!
For those who are curious about the current mortgage interest rates, here they are:
a} Conforming rates:
* 30 Yr Fixed Rate - 5.25% and 0 points
* 15 Yr - 4.75% and 0 points
* 5/1 ARM - 4.25% and 0 points
b} Jumbo rates:
* 30 Yr Fixed Rate - 5.75% and 0 points
* 5/1 ARM - 5.00% and 0 points
"Oh, By the Way... if you or someone you know is considering a purchase or selling property, I would love the opportunity and am never too busy for any of your Referrals."
SHAYLA TWIT, Michael Saunders & Company, c 941.544.7690, w 941.951.6660, ShaylaTwit@MichaelSaunders.com
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Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 8:25am.
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This home in Bent Tree recently sold for $1,125,000. This lakefront home is located in the Woodlands section of Bent Tree. This lovely 1999 built home had 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms and 4,762 square feet.The list price was $1,199,000 and it was on the market for 551 days.
7702 Cherry Laurel Court, Sarasota
Woodland Lakes at Bent Tree is a special enclave of only 18 homes that enjoy
privacy and its own bit of nature's beauty with the large trees and lakes. This
all-brick home is poised prominently on a beautifully landscaped 3/4 acre corner
lakefront lot. Quite simply put, it is truly stunning. Perfect for a large
family or for the executive who desires classic elegance in architecture and has
an appreciation for…
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 at 7:51am.
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Happy Holidays from Michael Saunders & Company and Shayla Twit, Realtor.
ShaylaTwit@MichaelSaunders.com, 941.544.7690
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Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 4:12pm.
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Thinking about buying on Bird Key. Here is the least expensive home for sale on Bird Key.
430 Pheasant Way
This is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,004 square foot home for sale on Bird Key. The asking price is $539,900 which is the lowest priced house on Bird Key for sale.
Property Description:
Lovely 3 BR home on private lot on Bird Key. Eat-in kitchen with solid surface counters, breakfast bar and breakfast nook, vaulted ceiling and fireplace in great room, screened lanai overlooking large lot. Full bath off of the garage for the handyman. Oversized garage with extra storage space. Circular drive with plenty of parking. More photos of 430 Pheasant Way.
Give Marc Rasmussen a call at 941.812.6272 if he can help you buy or sell a Bird Key…
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Saturday, December 19th, 2009 at 7:13am.
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Last week the most expensive sale occured at 6300 Hollywood Blvd. in the Pineshore Estates neighborhood just north of Stickney Point Road.
This was a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,735 square foot bank owned waterfront home. It closed for $1,600,000 and had been on the market 669 days. The asking price was $1,849,000. This home was listed by Michael Saunders and Company.
6300 Hollywood Blvd.
Mini Estate on the Bay: Custom built Tuscan Villa. Superbly appointed from the pavered motor court to the dock with 2 power hoists. Stone floors. 24' ceilings with fireplace in living room. Separate dining area. Luxe kitchen (Wolfe, Subzero, Thermador, Granite) overlooks large Family Room opening to pool terrace with spa. Upper level Family Room has…
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Thursday, December 17th, 2009 at 6:04pm.
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Take a look at this fabulous new listing we just took in Bent Tree Woodlands - 7627 Weeping Willow Circle. This is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home on alarge heavily wooded lot with 2,899 square feet. The asking price is $649,000.
Behind the gates of Woodlands at Bent Tree sits this traditional home. Features marble floored foyer, vaulted ceilings, built-in lit display cases in step-down living room & French doors leading the patio. The French-country-inspired custom kitchen boasts thick granite surfaces, solid copper sink, Wolf ovens & Sub Zero refr igerator & warm cherry hardwood floors. The cabinets are all built-in and even have ball and claw feet. The adjacent family room opens on two sides of the pool area with its covered eating area and granite…
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Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 at 7:20pm.
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Are you thinking about buying or selling a house in Lakewood Ranch? Here is a market update:
Houses Currently For Sale in Lakewood Ranch
- 283 single family homes
- Highest asking price - $8,400,000
- Lowest asking price - $135,000
- Average asking price - $761,500
- Median asking price - $499,000
- 153 Homes currently under contract - WOW!!
Sold in November 2009
- 34 single family homes sold
- Highest asking price - $2,800,000
- Lowest asking price - $155,000
- Average asking price - $530,950
- Median asking price - $372,000
Sold in the Last 90 Days
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111 single family homes sold
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Highest asking price - $2,800,000
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Lowest asking price - $125,000
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Average asking price - $428,965
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Median asking price - $310,500
As you can see the market is pretty…
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Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 at 9:48am.
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Here are the highlights:
* SALES IN NOV WERE 86% HIGHER than Nov 2008!!
* Total sales came in at 578, versus only 311 sales in Nov 2008
* It consisted of 417 single family homes and 161 condos sold
* Number of Pending units is very strong, which is a great indicator for a solid start to 2010
* With the extension of the tax credit, in addition to the still low interest rates, it is a great time to BUY
* Median sales price for a single family home is now at $161,500, up from Oct's figure of $151,000
* On the flip side, median condo sales prices have been inconsistent. In my opinion probably in large part due to financing
* In any case, median condo sales prices for Nov were $178,750... down from $220,000 just the month prior
* Bank-owned…
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Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 3:14pm.
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From your first thoughts of relocation to getting to the closing table, I can assist you with your Sarasota real estate needs. My goal is to show you the best properties that meet your criteria, negotiate the best price and terms possible and close; be it your full time residence, a second home or an investment property.
Sarasota is currently the #1 small city in the nation to purchase property. Siesta Key is the #2 beach in the country. We are located on the gulf side between Tampa and Naples.
My partner, Marc, and I can coordinate all the services you need to make the transition appear effortless and less work for you as the client. We have exceptional mortgage brokers, inspectors, attorneys and title offices at our disposal in order to…
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