“Like what?” I ask. “In Lakewood Ranch, for example, you have world class polo, and steps away are businesses and golf courses,” he says. “And within ten minutes, you can be on the beach. Where else is this possible?” I was curious as to how this very busy Realtor preferred to capitalize on Sarasota's eclectic scene: “Your own hobbies are what?” I want to know. “In Lakewood Ranch, for example, you have world class polo, and steps away are businesses and golf courses,” he says. “And within ten minutes, you can be on the beach. Where else is this possible?”
“That is all true,” I nod in agreement. “Sarasota is an awesome location, so what kind of real estate opportunities are there here? Is it affordable?” “Definitely,” Brian states. “There are so many great ways to choose your living lifestyle as well. Beautiful condominiums are plentiful, and the kind of 'turn-key' mode of living is so liberating. Many dual residents live in condos, because they want to escape winter, lock up and go home. We have a lot of Europeans as partial residents, and in particular, Canadians. Florida, as a winter escape, is so convenient for them.
I was curious as to how this very busy Realtor preferred to capitalize on Sarasota's eclectic scene: “Your own hobbies are what?” I want to know.
I ask about other options, and he adds: “Single family homes are available in a very diverse range of price and type of property, too. You can have stunning waterfront or even five-acre lots with beautiful homes zoned for horses, and it's all relatively near to the city center.
His upbeat response made perfect sense for the region. “I love to scuba dive,” he offered, “And locally, there are so many opportunities with endless, visually interesting areas to explore. The colors of our gulf coast waters are nothing less than breathtaking: who could know there are so many variations on turquoise, blue and aqua?”
Some planned communities such as Palmer Ranch and Lakewood Ranch offer villa style living as well, which is a kind of hybrid between single family and condo styles of living. It's unlike any other area in this way - from downtown living to equestrian properties, Sarasota has it all.”
His eyes have become very bright and alive as he elaborates; he is clearly inspired: “The water sports boating, fishing, snorkeling, and what I do, scuba diving, are right here, and available within a challenging, beautiful environment. These are just some examples of the perks and benefits those residing in Sarasota discover.”
Brian McGreevy can be reached at 941-544-6763, SarasotaReal@gmail.com Gail Shane is the Realtor Liaison for Neal Communities, and is the host of Gail Shane & Friends “Community & Real Estate Talk" on WTMY 1280 AM Radio or www.wtmy.com, Saturdays 10-11am.
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