Glistening in the sun, Lido Key is a barrier island nestled just west of downtown Sarasota, like a singular jewel in a perfect setting. Hugging the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay and New Pass, its picturesque locale provides the perfect backdrop for a multitude of home types from modest mid-century ranch houses to dramatic, upscale residences and condominiums. ... more.Home to illustrious St. Armands Circle, exceptional restaurants, upscale boutiques, casual shops, and a mix of annual festivals create the ideal setting for delighting in the everyday. Residents savor the pristine, white sand beaches and recreation like deep sea fishing, bicycling, kayaking, spotting dolphins, and sailing. From the sands of Lido Key, no two sunsets are ever the same as they continuously paint a picture over the Gulf of Mexico that reminds you to savor each and every moment.
Many of the homes fronting the Gulf are being remodeled or replaced and include private deep-water dockage. Bayside homes feature shimmering views across Sarasota Bay and spectacular after-dark vistas of Sarasota's twinkling skyline.