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2026 Market Insight
Longboat Key’s luxury waterfront real estate market is entering 2026 with renewed balance and buyer confidence. After last season’s pause, demand is re-engaging, particularly for well-priced, move-in-ready homes and condos that offer immediate enjoyment of the island lifestyle.
Grapefruit League Spring Training 2026 in Sarasota
Each spring, Grapefruit League Spring Training brings Major League Baseball just minutes from Longboat Key, offering an easy, elegant addition to island living. Afternoon games in an intimate setting pair naturally with boating mornings, beach walks, and quiet evenings back on the water, one more seasonal pleasure that fits effortlessly into life on Longboat Key.
When Protection Becomes Overkill: Rethinking Sea Turtle Policy on Sarasota’s Barrier Islands
Steve Walter - Walter Group For four decades, Sarasota’s barrier islands have embraced sea turtle conservation with near-religious devotion. Regulations were crafted in the 1970s–1990s, a time when turtles were genuinely at risk and Florida’s coasts looked nothing...
Longboat Key Market Update: Why This Season Already Feels Different
Steve Walter - Walter Group If you’ve spent any amount of time on Longboat Key, you already know when “season” starts-not by looking at a calendar, but by noticing the subtle changes. More familiar faces in Publix. More bicycles on Gulf of Mexico Drive. More lights on...
Walter Group Real Estate Attends 2025 Forbes Global Properties Agents Conference in Palm Beach
Last week, the Walter Group Real Estate team had the privilege of attending the 2025 Agents Conference of Forbes Global Properties, hosted at the prestigious Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach on October 8–9. Described by Forbes Global Properties as “an exclusive...
Rosewood Residences Lido Key October 2025 Construction Update
Projected Delivery: 2nd Quarter 2026 The Rosewood Residences Lido Key continues to rise along Sarasota’s Gulf Coast, with construction entering its final phases. As of October 1, 2025, the project remains on schedule, and visible progress can be seen across every...
Understanding Your Florida Property Taxes: A Quick Guide for Sarasota and Manatee County Homeowners
Steve Walter - Walter Group Each year around this time, many of our clients reach out with questions about the property tax correspondence they’ve received from Sarasota or Manatee County. Florida’s property tax system can appear complicated at first glance, but a few...
August 2025 Market Insights: Sarasota Islands Luxury Waterfront Real Estate
Understanding the Current Market on Longboat Key Steve Walter - Walter Group We’re often asked about our opinion on the general state of the real estate market in our little niche of the world on Longboat Key. Our clients are frequently elsewhere for a substantial...
Maximizing Property Insurance Value: A Strategic Approach for Longboat Key Homeowners
Longboat Key's Beauty and Property Risks Longboat Key is famous for its beautiful beaches. The presence of various amenities makes it appealing to residents. However, it's crucial to mention that the area is also prone to hurricanes. For homeowners in Longboat Key,...
Rosewood Residences Lido Key April 2024 Construction Update
As of April 1st, 2024, Rosewood Residences Lido Key construction is progressing nicely! During construction, we will send updates on our progress. Below is a list of recent on site activities: West placing boom being set in place. Columns and shear walls on level 3...