Toward the end of 2015, Headlight Data—a national aggregator of demographic and workforce data—cited the Sarasota-Bradenton-North Port metro area for having the highest percentage of baby boomers of any comparable mid-sized market in America.
That was music to our ears, since baby boomers rarely settle for second best when it comes to their lifestyle choices. Nowhere have their choices been felt more intensely than in the region’s housing market, where their massive purchasing influence—now feeding off years of accumulated home equity and successful investing—has reduced housing inventories to well below normal; and kept them there for eighteen months and counting.
It was also music to our ears because boomers have seldom been known to shrink from a challenge. Faced with an acute shortage of existing homes, they either remain steadfast in their search until they find just the right property; or embrace the concept of building new and putting their own personal stamp on a property.
Frankly speaking, our market’s low inventories have been both a blessing and a bane. Certainly they have posed a dilemma for buyers who want to begin their new Florida lifestyle immediately. On the flip side, however, historically low inventories have provided the impetus for some of the most exciting new communities to enter the region’s construction pipeline in many years. Some—like VUE Sarasota Bay—are destined to become iconic symbols of Sarasota’s storied architectural history.
Whether your plans include upsizing or downsizing, the New Homes & Condominium division of Michael Saunders & Company offers you the best choices in new residential construction from the area’s most accomplished builders and developers.
Beginning quite literally at the top of downtown Sarasota, here are the latest opportunities in new housing from Manatee to Charlotte County:
VUE Sarasota Bay—Now under construction, a limited number of penthouses and other prime residences are still available. Enjoy fabulous neighbors, breathtaking water views and world-class amenities from your spectacular aerie atop downtown Sarasota. VUESarasotaBay.com
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Granada Park—Private, gated enclave of low-maintenance, “green certified” homes nestled in this “West of Trail” neighborhood of Sarasota. Custom-tailored three- and four-bedroom homes with gourmet kitchens, high ceilings, community pool; and outstanding spaces for outdoor entertainment. LiveGrandaPark.com
Edgewater at Hidden Bay—Gated 14-acre community on Little Sarasota Bay features open-concept, three-bedroom luxury condominiums with superb bay views. Exceptional amenities include recently-updated clubhouse and tiki bar, heated pool and spa, fitness center, tennis and pickle ball courts, kayak launch and private fishing pier. EdgewaterHB.com
Ashton Oaks—New Sarasota enclave featuring only 20 single-family homes. Enjoy convenient, in-town living amid a country-like ambiance complete with walking trails, old oaks and sparkling lake. Offering three- and four-bedroom floor plans rendered in a distinctive coastal or Mediterranean style. AshtonOaksSarasota.com
Grand Oaks Venice— With 85% of the community’s 55 homes already sold, time is running out to buy within the best new neighborhood in Venice. Two- and three-bedroom homes with up to 2,048 square feet offer many floor plan options and customizable design choices. Residents’ club features classically-designed pool, outdoor grill, dining area; and fire pit with seating. GrandOaksVenice.com
Mirabella at Village Green—In West Bradenton, a rare gem offering affordable maintenance-free living and lovely on-site amenities; with world-class golf, beaches, shopping and cultural arts all situated nearby. Mirabella’s platinum green-certified, two-bedroom, paired villas enjoy healthy indoor air quality and use 40% less energy than comparably-sized homes built to current codes. MirabellaFlorida.com
Coral Caye—Just minutes from the legendary island village of Boca Grande, yours will be a lifestyle filled with boating, fishing, golfing and pure coastal serenity. Two- and three-bedroom homes offer up to 2,211 square feet with flexible floor plans and spacious lanais. On-site amenities include club house, community pool, fitness facility and pick ball courts. CoralCaye.net
The sales galleries for these new communities are staffed seven days a week with dedicated agents from Michael Saunders & Company. In addition, irrespective of whether you have your heart set on a new or vintage property, each of our more than 650 residential sales agents—from Bradenton to Boca Grande—possess the knowledge and expertise necessary to help make your New Year’s search for a Sarasota home for sale a rewarding experience.