HGTV is presenting a tour of the world’s most amazing homes for sale in their 2016 Ultimate House Hunt. You are invited to vote for your favorite properties from a picturesque villa in Sardinia, a French Quarter stunner in New Orleans, or a luxurious getaway in Hawaii. Two spectacular Sarasota homes represented by Michael Saunders & [...]

Summer is upon us and what better way is there to spend a warm day than poolside with friends and family? Fortunately, southwest Florida is home to some pretty spectacular properties, sure to make a splash at any pool party. We are highlighting four homes for sale in the Saunders in 60 with pools and outdoor living areas that have to be [...]

Get to know several key trends in homes for sale that savvy, sophisticated buyers seek when they are in the market for a new home.

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  Click on the images below to learn more about the homes featured here. 521 Ranger Ln, Longboat Key, FL 34228   1700 Baywood Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231   4129 Roberts Point Cir, Sarasota, FL [...]

Mention the Florida Keys and most people will assume you mean the popular chain of islands that starts at the lower tip of Florida then hopscotches its way to Key West. “Key” is from the Spanish word “Cayo,” for island.  By definition, therefore, several other chains of keys line the state’s two coasts.  Indeed, one of the best [...]

APRIL FOOLS' - Michael Saunders & Company is pleased to announce the arrival of a new condominium development for the nautical enthusiast. Neptune, the latest modern skyscraper being offered in downtown Sarasota, is set to debut in the fall of 2017. This sleek and stylish 18-story building takes cues from the Sarasota School of [...]

LONGBOAT KEY, Florida—(February 10, 2016)—A Gulf-front home on Longboat Key sold today for $6.2 million.  It was on the market for just over three months. The property, located at 3331 Gulf of Mexico, was listed by Tom Delaney of the Longboat Key South office of Michael Saunders & Company for $6.395 million.  It was sold by Bruce [...]

  On a recent visit to Sandhamn Place on Longboat Key, I was reminded just how special our slice of Florida paradise is. Set along one of the widest parts of Sarasota Bay amidst tropical canopies, a story-book lagoon, and intimate natural surroundings, a grouping of only nine luxury homes are poised to offer a dreamy [...]

MichaelSaunders.com saw over 12.5 million views in 2015.  We thought it would be interesting to find out which Manatee, Charlotte, and Sarasota homes for sale lead the pack in popularity. Nine out of ten are located on one of our barrier islands, while 50% reside on the same one. Here are the top ten listings in reverse order:

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Longboat Key is making news as a top island in the United States. Conde Nast, the renowned luxury travel and lifestyle publication, recently held their 2015 Readers' Choice Awards and the local barrier island rated very well with readers. Tune in to the Saunders in 60 see where it landed and what readers love about it.   Other top islands on the [...]

The average sale price for a Manhattan apartment hit an all-time high last quarter at $1.87 million*. In a quick search of Manhattan real estate on the site of one of our New York [...]