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Real estate on Longboat Key is defined by location, lifestyle, and long term value. This category serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the island’s residential real estate landscape, from Gulf front condominiums and bayfront properties to single family homes within established island communities.
Here, you will find guidance that connects market knowledge with lifestyle considerations, helping you navigate property options, ownership nuances, and market conditions unique to Longboat Key. Whether you are beginning your search, evaluating opportunities, or seeking deeper market perspective, these resources are designed to support informed and confident real estate decisions.
Florida Amendment 3: What Homestead Owners, Landlords, and Relocators Need to Know Before November 3 Longboat Key, Florida — September 2026 — Amendment 3 is generating a high volume of questions, much of it framed as either a windfall or a threat. Neither framing is...
CNN Names Sarasota the Best Town to Visit in America for 2026 Sarasota has earned national recognition after being named the #1 Best Town to Visit in America for 2026 by CNN Travel. The annual list celebrates destinations that offer memorable experiences, unique local...
Longboat Key luxury real estate appears to have found its bottom, with closed sales and pending transactions pointing toward renewed market strength in 2026. Affluent buyers are stepping back into the market, driven by lifestyle demand, limited waterfront inventory, and growing fear of missing out as values rebound across the Sarasota barrier islands.
As 20-year residents and the top Michael Saunder's & Company luxury realtor of Longboat key, we know what it's like to want a little paradise. But the idea of finding the perfect location and buying a vacation home can seem like an unattainable dream. However,...
Longboat Key is located along Florida's Gulf Coast and a 10-minute drive to Sarasota's downtown. It is an idyllic paradise for those seeking to invest in a home or vacation getaway. Its stunningly beautiful beaches and year-round warm climate provide the perfect...
The demand for luxury homes in Southwest Florida has seen a significant increase in recent years. From Naples to Sarasota, the region has become a hub for high-end real estate development, attracting both domestic and international buyers.Factors Driving the Growth of...
Short-Term Rental Program on Longboat Key Longboat Key, a beautiful coastal town on the Gulf of Mexico, is known for its stunning beaches, scenic vistas, and luxurious homes. The town is preparing to launch a new short-term rental program starting this fall. This new...
Sarasota Sees New Luxury Condos BY KATE TALERICO | ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 30, 2022 | MANSION GLOBAL Throughout the pandemic, inventory was tight across Sarasota as people sought to move to Florida for its lower taxes and less burdensome Covid restrictions,...
Reposted from Richard Lawrence, Esq. December 5th, 2022 Any time there is a condominium or homeowner’s association applicable to a particular property being bought and sold, the title and closing agent should obtain an estoppel letter from the...
Chris AngermannSpecial to the Herald-TribunePublished: 5:59 a.m. ET June 15, 2022 Updated: 2:02 p.m. ET June 15, 2022 THOMAS BENDER/HERALD-TRIBUNE Although the name may conjure up visions of an expansive community with large acreage and a long shoreline,...