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Non load bearing walls: Basic info to know

Posted on 04/06/2025

If you’re planning a major remodel of your home, you’ll...

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Sustainable Real Estate Benefits

Posted on 03/30/2025

Sustainability in real estate continues to rise in popularity and convenience. With increased awareness for the environment, builders and homeowners alike are prioritizing sustainable practices and materials in the real estate market. Here are some of the most important benefits of sustainable real estate: Environmental Benefits As you might expect, there are many environmental benefits to sustainable practices...

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Posted on 05/06/2025

7905 Drayton Circle, Bradenton, FL 34201 now has a new price of $799,000!

LIKE TO ENTERTAIN? This open floorplan will SPEAK TO YOU! Welcome home to this 4 bedroom/3 bathroom SOUTHPORT model built by Bruce Williams. You will love the open floorplan, huge lanai with summer kitchen, sparkling RESURFACED pool & spa with a new gas pool heater and LED lighting. Other features include Crown molding throughout, built in entertainment center with wall mount flat screen and stereo equipment, upgraded tile flooring in the common areas, LOTS of storage, side load garage with epoxy coating. This is it! Don't let it slip away-Call Today! Recent updates include NEW ROOF, new LEVEL 3 quartz counter-tops in Kitchen and Baths,...

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3955 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232 is now new to the market!

Posted on 05/06/2025

STUNNING PRIVATE Courtyard Pool VILLA (NOT A COND) in Glen Oaks Manor...A community that was built inside it's own wonderful park with walking paths, Lakes, gazebos, canopy Oak Trees for shade, walled from the outside and conveniently located just 3 miles to downtown Sarasota OR UTC, 4 miles to I-75 or SRQ and 5 miles to St. Armand's then Lido Beach. This 1750 square foot, one story PRIVATE POOL VILLA was masterfully remodeled. This home has a "split plan" 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a 2 car garage, an atrium, a front courtyard, a private courtyard with the pool, newly fenced utility area. Updates include Beautiful new, luxury plank vinyl...

6005 Midnight Pass Road N11, Sarasota, FL 34242 is now new to the market!

Posted on 04/27/2025

SIESTA KEY INTERCOASTAL WATERFRONT, WATERVIEW...Welcome to Paradise in PROVINCIAL GARDENS, a small 26 unit enclave. You will love the MILLION DOLLAR VIEW from this quaint, Mid-Century Modern one bedroom, one bath first floor condo with Florida room addition overlooking the community park, NEW fishing pier with new sea wall and the Intercoastal channel. Deeded beach access and Olympic pool use DIRECTLY across Midnight Pass Road. You can rent your kayak storage for $300/year. Reasonable condo fee. DID NOT FLOOD in hurricanes. You have one dedicated parking space. The kitchen appliances are "newer" and this condo does have it's own...

6005 Midnight Pass Road N13, Sarasota, FL 34242 is now new to the market!

Posted on 04/26/2025

SIESTA KEY INTERCOASTAL WATERFRONT, WATERVIEW...Welcome to Paradise in PROVINCIAL GARDENS, a small enclave of only 26 units. You will love the MILLION DOLLAR VIEW from this quaint, Mid-Century Modern one bedroom, one bath first floor condo with SCREENED Florida room overlooking the community park, it's own washer & dryer. There is a NEW fishing pier with new seawall and vistas of the Intercoastal channel. Deeded beach access and large pool use DIRECTLY across Midnight Pass Road. Store your kayak for only $300/year. Reasonable condo fee. DID NOT FLOOD in hurricanes. The roof is 11 years old and is scheduled to be replaced next year and...

Another Property Sold - 3746 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232

Posted on 03/28/2025

Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after Glen Oaks Manor! This stunning end unit villa boasts over 1,650 square feet of beautifully renovated living space, featuring two spacious bedrooms and two tastefully designed bathrooms. The property is ideally situated with a private heated saltwater pool, perfect for relaxation and entertaining. Step inside to discover a light and airy interior adorned with diagonal tile flooring and a neutral soft color palette throughout. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated in 2021, showcasing beautiful solid wood white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, complete with...