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By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
Veteran’s Home Loans for Longboat Key FloridaIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves yo...
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By Rob Arnold, Metro Orlando Full Service - Investor Friendly & F
(Sand Dollar Realty Group, Inc.)
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By Dan Jasmer, Changing the way you look at real estate
(Fine Properties)
Bayfront Park on Longboat Key Florida If you frequent Longboat Key or live on this beautiful barrier island, chances are you’ve taken advantage of the freshly re-designed Bayfront Park.  If you haven’t, you are missing out on a wonderful resource the Town of Longboat Key has provided to the public.   Bayfront Park on Longboat Key offers a myriad of activities for all age groups.   Take a stroll on sidewalks lined with palm trees and dune grasses and gaze over the bayfront.  Play in the park with your toddler.  Dog needs exercise?  Let them run around the expansive dog park.  Tennis anyone?  Wow, tennis with a bay view?!  Pickle-ball, basketball and shuffle board courts, oh my.  Large open grassy field for a pick up game of football or softball.  Your choice, it’s available to use.  In t...
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
Grand Bay - Longboat Key, Florida Located behind the gates of Bay Isles on Longboat Key, Florida, you'll find the Sarasota Bay community of Grand Bay.The Sarasota-Manatee, Florida MLS reports 9 Grand Bay Condos on Longboat Key for sale in Grand Bay. Prices range from $679,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit to $2,600,000 for an elegant bay front penthouse with wraparound decking. There are 5 residences under contract, and in the last six months 8 condos have sold. With open and bright floor plans, these condos offer exquisite golf course and Sarasota Bay views. Residents of the six buildings at Grand Bay enjoy outstanding amenities.Building Amenities  Two heated Pools Fitness Center Social/Game Room Tennis Courts Golf Course Biking & Walking Trails Pet Friendly Beach Access at Bay Isles Be...
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
Located on Longboat Key’s white sandy beach, Vizcaya condominiums are luxurious. Beautiful Mediterranean architecture is complimented with extraordinary details and lush tropical grounds. Pets are welcome here. There are only 31 exclusive residences, as well as incredible amenities: Club House, heated pool, tennis courts, fitness and BBQ area. For more information visit our website: http://goo.gl/Cg3Aqt 
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
The white sandy shores of the Gulf of Mexico are just steps away from the 58-unit condo complex at Aquarius Club. Conveniently located on the south end of Longboat Key, residents are within minutes of Saint Armands Circle's shops, restaurants and spas. Downtown Sarasota's fabulous cultural attractions are a short drive. Beachlovers, boaters and golfers are all drawn to this area. 
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By Marc Rasmussen, Sarasota Real Estate
(DWELL Real Estate)
Start anew and live an extraordinarily comfortable life in one of the finest barrier islands in Florida — Longboat Key, Sarasota! Longboat Key is a duly fulfilled promise that brings hope to everyone who is tired of monotonous lifestyles and boring routines. It is a gift that opens a brand new horizon to those who desire a seemingly impossible life filled with pleasure, contentment, tranquility, and harmony. It shows an unparalleled capacity to provide what is rare in a world where homes are endlessly taken away, jobs are relentlessly lost, and lives are seemingly doomed to fail. This much sought paradise is located at the southwestern coast of Florida, and is a strategic division of two great bodies of water, the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. Due to its position, Longboat Key boast...
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By Marc Rasmussen, Sarasota Real Estate
(DWELL Real Estate)
Longboat Key, FL is a small barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico. This area abounds in natural beauty with miles of beautiful beaches. Condominiums are a popular living option on the gorgeous 11 mile long barrier island located off the coast of Sarasota, Florida. Below you will find a myriad of condos for sale on Longboat Key, Florida. This list is updated daily so be sure to check back often. The Beauty of Longboat Key, Florida Longboat Key, FL is a small barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico. This area abounds in natural beauty with miles of beautiful beaches. There are also two bay view parks, which are excellent for contemplation while gazing across the bay. It is often easy to spot fish near the mangrove trees, and walking along the boardwalks in the shade is always pleasant. Longb...
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By Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor
(Charles Rutenberg Realty)
Thank you Marnie Matarese for getting my referred clients closed and into their condo on Longboat Key in Sarasota! This is one of the things that I love about ActiveRain! I have referred so many clients to Realtors here in ActiveRain and also received my share of referrals from other ActiveRainers. Marnie was right on top of this one from beginning to end and she got the job completed not only quickly but efficiently! So thank you, Marnie Matarese of Longboat Key in Sarasota Florida, for taking care of my clients that decided to purchase further than I travel to show property. I appreciate all of your work, as do our mutual clients.
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By Marnie Matarese, Showing you the best of Sarasota!
(DWELL REAL ESTATE)
Just read this great blog by Alan Kirkpatrick from Austin and it reinforced a practice that I use when showing property.  The most accurate gauge of the ambiance of a condo on Longboat Key, Florida is usually the attitude of the people sitting around the pool.    Whether your buyer is looking for a home of their own home or a rental property, these are the people to float some ideas out to and see how they respond.  If your buyers want a grandkid friendly place with the pool being happily shared, ask about the number of them that are usually in residence or visiting.  If the buyers are looking for a Condo Commando atmosphere because they want rules and regulations strictly adhered to, ask how tightly the board is wrapped and if the law is the law!    Once you tap into a group you can ge...
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
Are you looking for a private quiet complext on Longboat Key where you can dock your boat?  Windward Bay is right across from the Hilton Hotel on the north end of Longboat Key.  This gem of a complex is tucked away and not visible from Gulf of Mexico Drive, but it is definitely worth checking out. Windward Bay offers its residents resort style living in this affordable boating community on Saraota Bay.  Boat docks are available to owners at reasonable rental rates and these Longboat Key condominiums feature outstanding views of the Bay. Amenities of Windward Bay Elevator Two Swimming Pools Fitness Room Tennis Courts Parking There are currently four condos on the market at Windward Bay.  There is deeded beach access across the street and also extra storage for owners.  Prices in the Sara...
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
Spanish Main Yacht Club is a charming boating community built on Longboat Key, Florida in 1967.  Owners enjoy free-standing villas with carports.  Located at the northern end of Longboat Key in Manatee County, these Longboat Key condos are perfect for sailboat owners as the water is very deep in this marina.  Watch the manatee and dolphin every day, go fishing or walk across Gulf of Mexico Drive to your deeded beach access and spend the day at the beach. The Sarasota MLS currently shows 17 villas for sale at Spanish Main Yacht Club.  Prices now start in the $200,000s.  Amenities will keep you busy playing shuffleboard, boating or swimming in the heated pool.  The Clubhouse has been recently renovated too.  Four condos have sold at Spanish Main in the last six months.  Selling prices we...
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By Daniel Hilts, Daniel Hilts
(RE/MAX Alliance Group)
Longboat Key Island Real Estate and Beach Condos for SaleLooking for a great oceanfront beach condo or home for sale on thebeautiful Gulf Coast of Florida in Sarasota? Take a look at currentproperties for sale listed on the MLS for Longboat Key Island click here.Longboat Key Island Listings Search by Number of Listings for SaleLongboat Key Island New Listings (16)Longboat Key Island Foreclosure Listings (5)Longboat Key Island Short Sale Listings (8)Longboat Key Island Single Family Homes for Sale (135)Longboat Key Island Condos & Townhomes for Sale (315)Start your Longboat Key Island Real Estate Search on the link belowhttp://www.sarasotarealestate.info/community/area/Longboat+Key+Island/Longboat Key Real Estate Market Statistics January 2013The average price per square foot for Longboa...
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By The Keith Kropp and Wayne Rogers Team, Nowhere But Here
(Michael Saunders & Company)
Florida Highwaymen Exhibit At Longboat Key Center For The Arts.  Local art collector Larry Helmuth began collecting paintings by the Florida Highwaymen after watching a PBS special in 2000.  Since then the Siesta Key resident has amassed an impressive collection of 45 Florida Highwaymen paintings. Mr. Helmuth's collection is now on exhibit at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts through March 1, 2013.  On Wednesday evening of February 23, 2013 Mr Hemulth spoke about the story behind the Florida Highwaymen, how he acquired his collection and gave a tour of the exhibit sharing the stories behind several of the paintings and reminiscences about meeting several of the artists themselves. The Florida Highwaymen movement began in the Ft. Pierce area of Southeast Florida in the 1950's.  Sever...
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By Jen Bowman, Realtor - Anna Maria Island & Bradenton FL
(Keller Williams on the Water)
Property on Longboat Key FL - December 2012 from www.BowmanSellsHomes.com There are currently 408 active homes for sale on Longboat Key, Florida. These include single family homes, condos, townhouses, villas and ½ duplexes. The average listing price for Property on Longboat Key during the month of December is $1,176,922. The median list price in December for single family residential and condo/town home properties on Longboat Key is $649,950. The typical home for sale during the month of December on Longboat Key is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. All market data and statistics are pulled directly from the local MLS data as of December 2012. For more comprehensive Real Estate data on Longboat Key you can go to our website at  www.BowmansSellsHomes.com . Longboat Key Market Statistics Summary T...
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By Annette Smith, Sarasota Real Estate Agent
(Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.)
My business partner, Sandy Whitehead and I just sold a charming villa at the Shore on Longboat Key. We've been diligently searching for our customers for over 2 years. Their parameters included owning a large dog, and many condos on Longboat Key do not allow large pets. Persistence pays off! The Shore is located on the northern, quieter end of Longboat Key. This condominium offered 3 bedrooms and 3 baths with an incredible sweeping view of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Listing price was $989,000. The condominium also provides a separate storage room, and one covered parking space. Amenities include Gulf-front swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness room and social room. Currently, the MLS data reports two condos for sale at the Shore. Prices are $469,900 and $475,000 and both residen...
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By William True, Sarasota Real Estate
(True Sarasota Real Estate)
Longboat Key, Florida Longboat Key, an island oasis stretching 12 miles between the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay, is an ideal setting for your vacation or retirement home. While easily accessible, Longboat Key also allows you to get away from it all - in style. Longboat Key Homes for Sale This tropical paradise offers luxury real estate with a variety of housing options at nearly every price range: single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, waterfront properties, as well as resort and maintenance-free lifestyles within prestigious and exclusive gated communities. Along its coastline, Longboat Key has waterfront canal homes of every size and shape.  Inside the Village of Longboat Key are quaint and historic homes for sale. Longboat Key Virtual Tour Longboat Key Activities Not only...
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By John Michailidis, Real Property Management of Sarasota & M
(Real Property Management of Sarasota & Manatee)
How to Select a Longboat Key Property Management Company Get the answers to these questions when selecting a Longboat Key FL property management company to manage and care for your Longboat Key house, condominium, or multi-unit rentals: Do they have a positive, friendly attitude? Are they well trained and experienced. Do they incorporate the latest technologies, or are they still using typewriters and index-cards? Are they competitively priced for the value given? It is important that the property management company you choose is easy to work with and knows the business inside and out.  From bookkeeping, to advertising, to maintenance -- it is important that they use technology and systems to streamline and add value to the process.   Real Property Management of Sarasota & Manatee is ju...
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By John Michailidis, Real Property Management of Sarasota & M
(Real Property Management of Sarasota & Manatee)
Longboat Key Real Estate Management Companies There are plenty of property management companies to choose from -- many are good, and others are not so good -- so choosing the right one isn't always easy.  Here are some tips for finding a good Longboat Key Florida Property Manager: * Make sure the company is well established -- over a decade in business is usually a good sign. * Make sure they specialize in property management -- you want an entire company dedicated to property management, not just a real estate office with an agent or two working on managing properties. * Look out for excessive up-front fees -- enough said. Real Property Management has a 26 year track record, with 250+ offices nationwide and in Canada.  With over 60,000 residential properties under management we know t...
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By Jaime Carrion, Sarasota Real Estate
(Michael Saunders & Co.)
  Variously home to pirates, smugglers, and privateers, Florida’s keys have long been a destination for treasure hunters and bohemian lifestyles.  Today the culture of the keys is more refined and relaxed, but the mystique remains for visitors and residents to discover.   Sleepy Lagoon, one of the modern-day treasures of the keys, is nestled in the northern middle section of historic Longboat Key.  Generally infused with a casual and comfortable atmosphere, this community is home to an eclectic gathering of people from all walks of life.  The 250+ homes range from unique bungalows to showpiece mansions in a casual intersection of the Key’s colorful past and cultured present.   Homes on the east shores of this neighborhood are treated to picturesque views of premium Sarasota shores and ...
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