Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Siesta Key Condo Sold at Jamaica Royale

Jamaica Royale condos on Siesta Key are extremely popular with investors. Located on a beautiful stretch of the beach just south of Gulf & Bay Club, these Gulf condos can be rented weekly. Known for its beautiful white sand, Siesta Key is a hot destination for vacationers and this one bedroom, one bath unit offers its owners potential income when they aren't in residence. The condo was listed at $330,000.

Currently, the Sarasota MLS reports 12, one to two bedroom condos for sale at Jamaica Royale. Prices range from $175,000 to $899,000. There is one pending sale and five condos have sold in the last six months.

Residents of Jamaica Royale enjoy beach activities on the 2011 Top Beach in the USA, excellent on-site rental management and a relaxing lifestyle including high-speed internet. In addition to the beach activities, the condominium offers a nice selection of amenities.

Amenities

3 Swimming Pools
Private Beach with Tiki Huts
Shuffleboard
Pet Friendly

Siesta Key Village is just minutes where you can enjoy shopping and restaurants. Downtown Sarasota and the mainland are an easy drive for visiting museums, the Van Wezel Hall of Performing Arts as well as theatre performances at the Asolo.

If you are interested in more information on Siesta Key condominiums, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467. We will reply promptly.


Friday, May 18, 2012

Investment Opportunities at Midnight Cove on Siesta Key

Another potential investment opportunity to consider is a condo at Midnight Cove. These condominiums, which stretch from the Gulf of Mexico to Little Sarasota Bay, allow weekly rentals and have an excellent on-site rental program. There is deeded beach access at Midnight Cove on the Gulfside. Amenities at this beautiful resort include a club house, swimming pool and tennis courts.

There are currently 17 Midnight Cove condos for sale on over 11 acres of tropically lanscaped grounds. Prices range from $229,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bath unit with 860 square feet to $749,000 for a spacious unit with over 1400 square feet and 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. One condo is under contract and 6 condos have sold in the last six months.  Recent sales prices ranged from $250,000 to $670,000.

Siesta Key Public Beach and Siesta Key Village are both within minutes of Midnight Cove. The public beach provides beach chairs and umbrellas rentals, a Pavilion with refreshments and rest room facilities. There are also volleyball and tennis courts for the active beach set.

For cultural activities, spend an evening away from the beach in downtown Sarasota. A bustling commercial environment yet culturally rich. Visit the ballet, opera, symphony or the many galleries on Palm Avenue. There is theatre available in Sarasota too.

Contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 if you are interested in viewing Siesta Key neighborhoods. Our Siesta Key REALTORS will guide you through a smooth real estate transaction.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Boca Siesta Condominiums on Siesta Key

Boca Siesta is located just south of Dolphin Bay condominiums on Siesta Key. Many of these Siesta Key condos offer beautiful views of the boat basin. These condos were built in 1984 on one of the world's most beautiful parcels on the Intracoastal. Siesta Key Public Beach is within walking distance and offers visitors plenty of beach activities. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available, a picnic area, a beach pavilion with refreshments and rest rooms, as well as volleyball and tennis courts.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 3 Boca Siesta condos for sale. Prices currently range from $319,000 to $1,499,999. There are 2 condos under contract and one condo at Boca Siesta Bayside townhouses sold in the last year. The selling price was $1,250,000.

Boca Siesta offers its residents a secure lobby, a waterfront clubhouse, heated swimming and spa as well as tennis courts and boat slips. Siesta Key's public beach is .33 miles and Siesta Key Village is close too for shopping and dining.

For residents and vacationers looking for cultural activities, downtown Sarasota is a short drive. You can attend a performance at the Van Wezel or browse masterpieces at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Palm Avenue provides an array of galleries and design centers. There are also plenty of outstanding restaurants and shopping venues in the downtown area too.

Contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 for a Siesta Key REALTOR to guide you through Siesta Key real estate choices.

More Siesta Key Info:

Siesta Key YouTube Video

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Bay Oaks Condominiums on Siesta Key

Located on mid-island near the Stickney Point Bridge on Siesta Key, Bay Oaks condominiums are right across the street from Casa Blanca. These condos have an onsite management company and allow weekly rentals. Investors love the flexibility of the rental program, and often look for a deal here.

Bay Oaks recently added pavers in the entry areas adding polish and a great finishing touch to the lush tropical landscaping. The No. 1 Beach in America is right across the street and the condo complex offers a selection of amenities including a BBQ area, heated swimming pool, tennis court, club house, and a fishing pier.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 7 condos for sale at Bay Oaks. Four condominiums have sold in the last six months with prices ranging from $136,000 to $275,000.  Current list prices range from $169,900 to $349,000.

You can get a good idea of the Siesta Key condo lifestyle from our YouTube video below.





Siesta Key Village offers residents of Bay Oaks an array of restaurants and special shops as well as breakfast cafes, pharmacy, bank and more. For more shopping and dining, Sarasota's mainland is a quick drive over the south Siesta Key Bridge.  Downtown Sarasota offers cultural amenities including the ballet, opera, symphony and theater. For art lovers, there's quite a selection of art galleries and the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

Friday, February 10, 2012

Crystal Sands Siesta Key Beach Living

Crystal Sands - Siesta Key Beach Living

Crystal Sands offers private beach access to the No. 1 Beach on the 2011 Top 10 Beaches list published by Dr. Beach.  You can enjoy an oceanside pool, walk Siesta Key Beach as well as Siesta Key Village. It's all at your doorstep here. Built in 1969, these Siesta Key condos are centrally located on the Key.  You can shop, eat at wonderful restaurants or visit the local drugstore, the bank or the grocer in Siesta Key Village if you've need a break from the sand. Take the north bridge via Midnight Pass Road to access the numerous amenities of Sarasota Florida which is a short drive away.

Crystal Sands Sales Activity

According to today's Sarasota MLS report, there are currently 5 Siesta Key condos for sale in this highly sought after beach community. Priced at $539,000 for one bedroom, one bath with 899 sq.ft. A two bedroom condo at Crystal Sands currently starts at $599,900 and offers 1240 square fee. 

Crystal Sands Condo Amenities Include: BBQ Picnic Area, Club House, Kitchen, Heated Pool

For more Siesta Key real estate information on Siesta Key condos, contact John Allen at 544-6467 for a Siesta Key real estate agent.  You may also be interested in other area properties: Crescent, Harbour Towne and Beach Villas.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Siesta Key Condos Update January 2011

In November 2010, our Siesta Key Condos Update reported 400 Siesta Key condos for sale listed in the Sarasota MLS.  Every time Siesta Key hits Dr. Beach Top Ten Beaches list especially 2011 when it took the No. 1 spot, visitors multiple on our website and on Siesta Key.  The current data in the MLS shows 320 condos for sale including villas and town houses.  Some of the best condos have sold for great values, and buyers still have a nice selection of condo inventory.  If you've been thinking of a Siesta Key condo for decades and just couldn't make a decision, come take a look at Siesta Key real estate and take a walk on the No. 1 Beach in the USA.

Prices for condos on Siesta Key currently range from $119,900 to $2,499,99.  The best views and best condominium buildings on Siesta Key are more expensive, although the listing prices are definitely down from the peak of the real estate boom. Luxury condos are detailed with all the elements buyers expect in today's Siesta Key real estate market:  granite countertops and beautiful appointments and also waterfront views.

Siesta Key Condos Sales Activity for Last 6 Months

Condos, Villas & Townhouses
  • Current Listing Condos: 320
  • Lowest Priced Condo: $119,900
  • Highest Priced Condo: $2,499,999
  • Pending Condo Sales: 45
  • Condos Sold in Last 6 Months: 135
  • Lowest Priced Condo Sold: $100,000
  • Highest Priced Condo Sold: $1,890,000
  • Average Price Sold:$401,124
  • Median Price Sold:$340,000
Contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 for an experienced agent to guide you through the available inventory of Siesta Key condos. With over 300 condos for sale on Siesta Key, you probably need some help -- give us a call.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Siesta Key Florida Real Estate and Condo Sales - December 2011


Siesta Key Sand Sculpture
Siesta Key Florida real estate and condo sales activity have seen considerable interest from buyers this year. Touted the No. 1 Beach in America, Siesta Key real estate has been popular with buyers for decades. White sandy beaches and warm temperatures are temptations for many buyers who experience cold winters in other parts of the country. Sarasota Florida is also a cultural city with an opera, ballet, and art galleries as well as its famous beaches.

Siesta Key Florida offers activities and entertainment for retirees, families and young singles.  There's fishing, boating, and tennis.  If you are a golfer, golf courses are close to Siesta Key on one of Sarasota's many mainland golf courses.  Siesta Key Village shopping, restaurants and markets keep residents and visitors busy too.  Our Siesta Key Florida video on YouTube below will give you an idea of Siesta Key life.




According to the Sarasota MLS, there are currently 485 properties for sale on Siesta Key.  Single family homes for sale total 157, and there are 293 condos for sale on Siesta Key in addition to villas and town houses. So far in 2011, there are 73 pending sales of which 39 of those sales are condos on Siesta Key.

Siesta Key Condos Sales Activity 2011 

Highest Priced Condo: $2,499,999
Lowest Priced Condo: $112,000
Pending Sales: 39
Sold in 2011: 255
2011 Sales Price Range: $130,000-$2,300,000

If you are looking for Siesta Key real estate, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 for an agent experienced with Siesta Key properties.

More Siesta Key Info

Siesta Key FL Video