The Sarasota Property Group

Real Estate Outlook – Sarasota & Manatee Counties April 2012

Alex Krumm — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:38:00 +0000

Are We Shifting to a Seller’s Market?

The lower increase in sales relative to the very strong pending activity that we have experienced the past few months indicates a higher amount of fallout of pending sales. This can be due to several factors – possibly the continued difficulty obtaining financing.

Another possibility is the shift in the market as buyers still submit lowball offers trying to get a bargain only to realize sellers are waiting for a higher price – indicating a possible shift from a
buyer’s market to a seller’s market.

The trend of declining inventory continues. In some areas prices are showing some improvement compared to last year.

Overall, pending activity has declined somewhat compared to last month, indicating that the market is catching its breath, so to speak. Pending activity is still strong compared to last year,
which is encouraging.

Sold activity generally shows an increase, which is to be expected given the recent surge in pending activity the past few months.

SARASOTA COUNTY

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	6,261	-8.3%	8,245	-24.1%
Sold	1,073	+6.6%	951	+12.8%
Pending	1,243	-7.7%	951	+30.7%
Sold Average Days on Market	173	+1.8%	180	-3.9%
Median Sold Price	$146,000	-2.7%	$137,500	+6.2%
Months Supply of Inventory	3.7	-1.7%	7.1	-47.3%

MANATEE COUNTY

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	4,354	-8.2%	5,561	-21.7%
Sold	643	-6.0%	636	+1.1%
Pending	804	-12.6%	633	+27.0%
Sold Average Days on Market	176	-4.3%	181	-2.8%
Median Sold Price	$143,000	-2.9%	$145,450	-1.7%
Months Supply of Inventory	4.1	+5.1%	7.1	-43.0%

ANNA-MARIA ISLAND

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	392	-7.3%	496	-21.0%
Sold	35	-10.3%	47	-25.5%
Pending	50	+8.7%	47	+6.4%
Sold Average Days on Market	242	-19.1%	208	+16.3%
Median Sold Price	$375,000	-1.8%	$385,000	-2.6%
Months Supply of Inventory	6.5	-15.3%	8.8	-26.2%

BRADENTON

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	2,190	-8.3%	2,945	-25.6%
Sold	339	-9.6%	350	-3.1%
Pending	441	-9.3%	337	+30.9%
Sold Average Days on Market	181	+9.0%	174	+4.0%
Median Sold Price	$105,000	-6.2%	$99,950	+5.1%
Months Supply of Inventory	3.6	-0.2%	7.1	-48.8%

LAKEWOOD RANCH

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	340	-10.1%	412	-17.5%
Sold	77	+22.2%	58	+32.8
Pending	67	-29.5%	56	+19.6%
Sold Average Days on Market	163	-4.7%	219	-25.6%
Median Sold Price	$311,000	+12.3%	$322,500	-3.6%
Months Supply of Inventory	3.8	+32.9%	5.8	-34.3%

SARASOTA

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	3,388	-7.1%	4,411	-23.2%
Sold	562	+5.8%	505	+11.3%
Pending	688	-1.4%	519	+32.6%
Sold Average Days on Market	166	-4.0%	175	-5.1%
Median Sold Price	$160,450	-9.6%	$162,000	-1.0%
Months Supply of Inventory	3.6	-7.9%	7.0	-48.0%

Longboat Key – (Zip Code 34228. Does not include St. Armand’s Circle or Bird Key)

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	592	-9.1%	723	-18.1%
Sold	64	+42.2%	47	+36.2%
Pending	58	-31.0%	47	+23.4%
Sold Average Days on Market	229	-13.3%	307	-25.4%
Median Sold Price	$540,000	+12.5%	$480,000	+12.5%
Months Supply of Inventory	8.9	+38.4%	13.6	-34.7%

Siesta Key -

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	514	-6.2%	690	-25.5%
Sold	63	+28.6%	47	+34.0%
Pending	71	+20.3%	38	+86.8%
Sold Average Days on Market	286	-32.5%	235	-17.9%
Median Sold Price	$465,000	-13.9%	$455,000	+2.2%
Months Supply of Inventory	5.9	-24.3%	16.3	63.8%

Venice -

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	1,225	-8.6%	1,576	-22.3%
Sold	237	+11.3%	191	+24.1%
Pending	250	-12.3%	185	+35.1%
Sold Average Days on Market	171	+5.6%	163	+4.9%
Median Sold Price	$150,000	+3.4%	$169,000	-11.2%
Months Supply of Inventory	3.6	+4.4%	6.9	-47.8%

ENGLEWOOD -

Residential (Single Family & Condo)	April 2012	Change vs. Prior Month (March)	April 2011	Change vs. 2011
Available Inventory	837	-7.1%	1,120	-24.7%
Sold	117	-6.4%	99	+18.2%
Pending	105	-33.1%	94	+11.7%
Sold Average Days on Market	183	-2.7%	192	-4.7%
Median Sold Price	$115,000	+15.0%	$93,500	+23.0%
Months Supply of Inventory	6.6	+50.8%	10.0	-34.1%

For a printable version of this report click here

MLS: MFRMLS Price: All Construction Type: All Bedrooms: All Baths: All Lot Size: All Sq Ft: All

Property Types: Residential (Half Duplex, Duplex, Co-Op, Condominium, Home w/Rental Unit, Income, Manufactured/Mobile

Home, Modular, Planned Unit Development, Ranch, Single Family Home, Townhouse, Villa, Two-Story Residential)

This report is developed monthly and is based on information from

The MFRMLS Multiple Listing Service for the period stated above.

For more information about any of the figures seen in this report or to inquire about additional statistics,

please contact Peter Crowley, 941-316-6569 or email pcrowley@alliancegroupfl.com

Sarasota History Alive 26th Edition

Alex Krumm — Fri, 04 May 2012 04:40:03 +0000

Today, we are honoring the Kensingtion Park historical marker that was installed yesterday. The entire text reads:
After World War II, Sarasota experienced an influx of new residents, creating a housing boom. Martin Paver, retired from his business in New York, was on a pleasure cruise in 1949 when he and his wife Mildred docked in Sarasota to buy supplies. He fell in love with the charming city, decided to make it his home, and invited his sons Paul and Stanley to join him in land development. Their first venture was Paver Park, built near the downtown area. Based on its success, Paver Construction Company purchased a 400+ acre dairy farm from Charles Schmid in 1955 for a larger project, Kensington Park, conveniently located near the Bobby Jones Golf Course.

Kensington Park, named for the area where the Pavers had lived in Great Neck, NY, was developed in 1956. Billed as “total living”, it was one of the first fully sustainable developments in Southwest Florida with its own water and sewage system. The water was so delicious that townspeople were allowed to freely tap it to take home. Modern single-family homes were built in a landscape of winding, concrete streets, many named for family and friends. Homeowners included young families, military retirees, and retired professional baseball players.

Emphasizing Sarasota’s climate and year-round activities, an advertisement promoting Kensington Park stated that it was “not a dream or a ‘someday’ promise but an actual reality.” The heart of Kensington Park, its community center, proved this statement to be true as it offered something for everyone. Residents enjoyed the Olympic size pool where the “Aquabelles”, a women’s synchronized swim team, performed and where swim meets were held. Residents also used the shuffleboard courts, picnic areas, and playgrounds. The indoor clubhouse was the site for card parties, square dances, civic meetings, and stage plays. The most popular annual event was the community luau.

Kensington Park reflected the guiding principles of Paver Construction Company: “Build better than the building codes require and create a place where you would like to live and raise a family.” In 1962 Good Housekeeping magazine awarded Kensington Park with a citation for “Good House Building and Excellence of Architectural Design, Land Development, and House Planning.” The Paver family continued to build residences throughout the county, becoming an integral part of Sarasota’s development history.

Courtesy of Sarasota History Alive!

Joe Cleary is a Broker Associate with The Cleary Group at RE/MAX Alliance Group. He is a Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI), Certified Depressed Property Expert (CDPE) and a certified Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR). Call Joe with any real estate questions you may have toll free at 877-814-1233!

Sarasota Landmark Statue Moved For Repairs

Alex Krumm — Thu, 03 May 2012 22:34:54 +0000

Downtown Sarasota Bystanders gather watching a crew take apart the famous (or infamous depending on who you talk to) waterfront landmark statue “Unconditional Surrender” for repairs by the artist. For those who are unfamiliar with the statue, it is a lively sculpture of a navy sailor and a nurse celebrating the end of WWII located at the Sarasota downtown waterfront. The statue was recently damaged after being struck by an errant Mercedes (only in Sarasota!).

Damage from the accident cause a 3-foot hole in the sailors foot and additional hairline cracks to the sculpture’s frame. New Jersey Artist artist Seward Johnson by it’s owner Jack Curran. The statue though very large at 26 feet is made out of a thin aluminum skin and must be moved carefully on it’s way to being repaired.

Those lucky enough to have direct bayfront views from one of the luxury condos dotting the downtown waterfront may have mixed feelings about the removal of the statue as there was some controversy when it was decided to keep the sculpture at this prominent location for a decade. Many Sarasota residents adore the expressive statue but for others it’s not really there style. Everyone really is a critic.

Whether you like the statue or think it is tacky, the statue will be gone for some time as it makes it’s way to studio for repairs and the trip back.

Sarasota Housing Starts Rise Nearly Sixty Percent

Alex Krumm — Thu, 03 May 2012 21:48:47 +0000

Building permits for single-family homes in Sarasota County rose nearly 60 percent in during the first quarter of 2012. That is the highest activity in almost four years.

The collective value of building permits exceeded $10 million in back to back months for the first time in four years. In addition to the increase in housing starts and a small increase in home prices, Sarasota area businesses also experienced a 9% increase in overall sales and unemployment dropped a full point. All of these indicators send a hopeful signal the Sarasota / Gulf Coast area is slowly coming out of recession.

Wells Fargo economist Mark Vitner had this to say, “The rebound in Sarasota continues a trend of the last year or so, The recovery’s beginning to gain a little bit of momentum, particularly in Florida”

Foreign buyers and wealthy investors doing cash purchases is responsible for part of the increase in real estate activity, though it should be noted many of the wealthy home buyers are not as pleased as they could be with the quality of the homes, while there are many shortsales and foreclosures available on the market many of them are in the areas hit hardest by the downturn, in fact the more desirable areas in Sarasota like downtown condos, waterfront or waterview areas, quality homes for sale are in very short supply and sell quickly when priced correctly.

While definitely not anything close to a boom, it seems the market has been corrected at least in part and we may continue to see increased real estate activity as inventory is reduced. A few home builders have needed to add workers to their payroll to adjust for the increased home buying demand. Albert Sanchez, president and co-owner of Gibraltar Homes has added 7 people 5 employees were recently added to Taylor Morrison’s West Florida division to keep up with a 35% sales increase.

Free Foreclosure List For April 27, 2012

Alex Krumm — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:16:27 +0000

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Showing properties 1 - 20 of 214. See more Sarasota Foreclosures.
(all data current as of 5/18/2012)

$234,900 : 6958 74th Street E Cir, Bradenton

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,942 sq ft

Lot size: 7,200 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 1
$114,900 : 4886 Sabal Harbour Dr, Bradenton

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,685 sq ft

Lot size: 6,488 sqft

Year built: 2002

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 1
$39,900 : 1495 18th St, Sarasota

2 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 962 sq ft

Lot size: 6,413 sqft

Year built: 1984

Days on market: 1
$99,900 : 3830 Afton Cir, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,134 sq ft

Lot size: 7,500 sqft

Year built: 1978

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 2
$479,900 : MLS # A3960482 in Osprey

3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,231 sq ft

Lot size: 27,835 sqft

Year built: 1991

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 3
$99,900 : 7304 41st E Ave, Bradenton

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,152 sq ft

Lot size: 2.71 ac

Year built: 1970

Days on market: 3
$84,000 : 1373 42nd St, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,636 sq ft

Lot size: 5,000 sqft

Year built: 1980

Days on market: 3
$25,000 : 5026 Water Oak Dr # 218, Bradenton

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 960 sq ft

Lot size: 21,185 sqft

Year built: 1983

Days on market: 4
$64,900 : 2140 Cocoanut Ave, Sarasota

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,531 sq ft

Lot size: 11,293 sqft

Year built: 1959

Days on market: 4
$58,900 : 1440 Russell Ave, Sarasota

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,176 sq ft

Lot size: 9,375 sqft

Year built: 1980

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 4
$49,900 : 1320 22nd St, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,174 sq ft

Lot size: 9,651 sqft

Year built: 1956

Days on market: 4
$199,900 : 6136 55th Avenue E Cir, Bradenton

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,057 sq ft

Lot size: 14,331 sqft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 6
$67,500 : 5146 Northridge Rd # 210, Sarasota

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 812 sq ft

Year built: 1999

Days on market: 6
$84,900 : 2849 Sequoia Ln, Sarasota

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,088 sq ft

Lot size: 8,042 sqft

Year built: 1954

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$84,900 : MLS # A3960402 in Sarasota

2 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 963 sq ft

Lot size: 9,625 sqft

Year built: 1956

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$149,900 : 6332 Robin Cv, Lakewood Rch

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,411 sq ft

Lot size: 6,625 sqft

Year built: 2003

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 7
$59,900 : 5134 Northridge Rd # 205, Sarasota

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 843 sq ft

Year built: 1999

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$45,900 : 6227 26th W St, Bradenton

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,026 sq ft

Lot size: 7,560 sqft

Year built: 1959

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$62,500 : 5809 17th W St, Bradenton

2 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 822 sq ft

Lot size: 7,820 sqft

Year built: 1969

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$166,000 : 6106 Blue Runner Ct, Lakewood Rch

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,083 sq ft

Lot size: 8,071 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8

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Waterfront Dining in Cortez

Alex Krumm — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:40:02 +0000

Last week the Sarasota Herald Tribune did a story about the fishing village of Cortez in West Bradenton. This is a small community on the east side of the Cortez Road bridge to Anna Maria Island which has been a base for commercial fishermen for many years. Since we love to find great restaurants on the water, we decided to check it out.

There are several restaurants in the village: The Cortez Kitchen, Star Fish Company and the recently opened Swordfish Grill which we decided to try. They have a large area of outdoor seating right on the bay complete with a modified tiki bar. The menu has a good variety with an emphasis on fresh fish as you would expect.

They bring in fresh Florida oysters from Apalachicola and have them served raw or cooked in many different ways. I’m told they raw oysters were quite good. I ordered the crabcake sandwich which was a pleasant surprise as they are made inhouse and the predominant ingredient was Crab! The fresh catch was mahi and you could order it prepared any way (grilled, blackened, fried). Marty enjoyed it grilled and served on a ciabatta bun.

They have a full bar and great selection of beer so if you’re looking for a place to spend an afternoon or evening on the water check it out. We were glad we did!

Susan Guice is a Licensed Real Estate Assistant with The Cleary Group in Sarasota.

May Events in Sarasota

Alex Krumm — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:20:02 +0000

Our spring weather is perfect so it’s a fun time to take in one or more of the many events and adventures in and around Sarasota! Check out just a few of the activities happening during the month of May:

Date	Event or Activity	Location	Click Link for More Information
May 1^st	The Needle Exhibit	Venice	Venice Archives
May 2^nd	The Buskers at St. Armands Circle	Lido Key	St. Armands Circle Association
May 3^rd	Art After 5 at the Ringling Museum of Art	Sarasota	Ringling Museum of Art
May 4-6^th	Sunshine State BMX Association Florida Cup Series	Sarasota	Florida BMX
May 4^th	Music on Main at Lakewood Ranch	Lakewood Ranch	Lakewood Ranch Main Street
May 4^th	Live from Downtown It’s Friday Night	Sarasota	Downtown Sarasota Alliance
May 5^th	Classic Corvettes on the Circle	Lido Key	St. Armands Circle Association
May 5^th	36^th Annual Siesta Key Sand Sculpturing Contest	Sarasota	Siesta Key Village Association
May 5-6^th	Sailfest Regatta	Sarasota	Sarasota Youth Sailing Program
May 5^th	Cinco de Mayo and Taste of Latin America Festival	Sarasota	Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce
May 10^th	Riverview Kiltie Band Spring Concert	Sarasota	Kiltie Band
May 11-12^th	Afternoon Tea at the Ritz	Sarasota	Ritz Carlton
May 12^th	Old Miakka Farmer’s Market	Sarasota	Crowley Nature & History Center
May 13^th	7^th Annual Mother’s Day Brunch	Sarasota	Selby Gardens
May 16^th	“The Emmanuel Point Ships: Florida’s Earliest Shipwrecks”	Sarasota	New College of Florida
May 17^th	Get Down Downtown, Old Main Street	Bradenton	Realize Bradenton
May 19-20^th	Pro & Amateur Disc Golf Tournament	Sarasota	Sarasota Sky Pilots Disc Golf Club
May 19^th	85^th Annual WWII at Venice Army Air Base, Static Air Show	Venice	City of Venice
May 19^th	Mainly Art, Old Main Street	Bradenton	Realize Bradenton
May 19-20^th	9^th Annual Downtown Sarasota Craft Fair	Sarasota	Art Festival.com
May 19^th	Heatstroke and Hot Rod Hoedown	Bradenton	WSLR.org
May 24^th	Opening Reception @ Art Center of Sarasota	Sarasota	Art Center Sarasota
May 26^th	Venice Brew Bash, Import and Craft Beer Festival	Venice	Venice Mainstreet
May 27^th	A Tribute to Heroes Memorial Day Parade	Lakewood Ranch	Lakewood Ranch Main Street
May 28^th	Sarasota Memorial Day Parade	Sarasota	Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau
May 28^th	Myakka Blues Festival	Venice	Snook Haven
May 28^th	Salute to Veterans Concert	Sarasota	Sarasota County Parks

Call us when you are ready to make your move! To search for homes in the area go to Search for Sarasota Homes. We’re here to help you every step of the way…call us today!

Susan Guice is a Licensed Real Estate Assistant with The Cleary Group in Sarasota.

Sarasota Hosts the 30th Annual Suncoast Boat Show

Alex Krumm — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:00:03 +0000

This past weekend Marina Jack was host to the 30^th Annual Suncoast Boat Show. Boat enthusiasts were treated to hundreds of different boats as well as all the new boating gadgets. Whether you are a fisherman, day cruiser, or yachtsman there was a huge selection to check out. Boaters love the water, dogs, island music, delicious food and cold beverages. All of which could be found at the show. The weather held out and was a perfect day to stroll up and down the docks and take in all the spectacular boats. Every time we attend an event like this we are reminded of what an incredible town Sarasota is and how lucky we are to live and boat here!

Missy Cleary is a Sales Associate with The Cleary Group at RE/MAX Alliance Group in Sarasota. A long time Sarasota resident “living the dream” on the suncoast. Contact her to find your piece of Paradise today!

Free Foreclosure List For April 20, 2012

Alex Krumm — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:16:06 +0000

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Showing properties 1 - 20 of 214. See more Sarasota Foreclosures.
(all data current as of 5/18/2012)

$234,900 : 6958 74th Street E Cir, Bradenton

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,942 sq ft

Lot size: 7,200 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 1
$114,900 : 4886 Sabal Harbour Dr, Bradenton

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,685 sq ft

Lot size: 6,488 sqft

Year built: 2002

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 1
$39,900 : 1495 18th St, Sarasota

2 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 962 sq ft

Lot size: 6,413 sqft

Year built: 1984

Days on market: 1
$99,900 : 3830 Afton Cir, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,134 sq ft

Lot size: 7,500 sqft

Year built: 1978

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 2
$479,900 : MLS # A3960482 in Osprey

3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,231 sq ft

Lot size: 27,835 sqft

Year built: 1991

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 3
$99,900 : 7304 41st E Ave, Bradenton

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,152 sq ft

Lot size: 2.71 ac

Year built: 1970

Days on market: 3
$84,000 : 1373 42nd St, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,636 sq ft

Lot size: 5,000 sqft

Year built: 1980

Days on market: 3
$25,000 : 5026 Water Oak Dr # 218, Bradenton

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 960 sq ft

Lot size: 21,185 sqft

Year built: 1983

Days on market: 4
$64,900 : 2140 Cocoanut Ave, Sarasota

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,531 sq ft

Lot size: 11,293 sqft

Year built: 1959

Days on market: 4
$58,900 : 1440 Russell Ave, Sarasota

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,176 sq ft

Lot size: 9,375 sqft

Year built: 1980

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 4
$49,900 : 1320 22nd St, Sarasota

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,174 sq ft

Lot size: 9,651 sqft

Year built: 1956

Days on market: 4
$199,900 : 6136 55th Avenue E Cir, Bradenton

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,057 sq ft

Lot size: 14,331 sqft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 6
$67,500 : 5146 Northridge Rd # 210, Sarasota

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 812 sq ft

Year built: 1999

Days on market: 6
$84,900 : 2849 Sequoia Ln, Sarasota

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,088 sq ft

Lot size: 8,042 sqft

Year built: 1954

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$84,900 : MLS # A3960402 in Sarasota

2 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 963 sq ft

Lot size: 9,625 sqft

Year built: 1956

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$149,900 : 6332 Robin Cv, Lakewood Rch

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,411 sq ft

Lot size: 6,625 sqft

Year built: 2003

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 7
$59,900 : 5134 Northridge Rd # 205, Sarasota

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 843 sq ft

Year built: 1999

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$45,900 : 6227 26th W St, Bradenton

3 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,026 sq ft

Lot size: 7,560 sqft

Year built: 1959

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$62,500 : 5809 17th W St, Bradenton

2 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 822 sq ft

Lot size: 7,820 sqft

Year built: 1969

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$166,000 : 6106 Blue Runner Ct, Lakewood Rch

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,083 sq ft

Lot size: 8,071 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8

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Neil "Mark" Attar Joins RE/MAX Alliance Group

Alex Krumm — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:20:13 +0000

Broker-Associate Neil “Mark” Attar has joined RE/MAX Alliance Group at the Sarasota real estate office on Webber Street. Neil Attar has more than 30 years of real estate experience locally and in Ontario, Canada.

A new home specialist, Attar has 20 years of experience with new home builders, earning the Platinum Million Dollar Circle Award from the National Association of Home Builders and the President Circle Award from U.S. Home Corporation.

Attar earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering from universities in London, England, and Toronto, Canada. Prior to his career in real estate, he was a professor at various colleges in Canada, China and the Middle East. He is involved in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

Attar said he joined RE/MAX Alliance Group because of the company’s “reputation, strength and agent support.”

The RE/MAX Alliance Group Webber Office is located at 2000 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239. Attar can be reached at (941) 232-8401.

RE/MAX Alliance Group is a full-service real estate company that has been serving the residential and commercial real estate needs of southwest Florida for more than 15 years. With more than 300 agents and employees, RE/MAX Alliance Group is the Number One RE/MAX in Florida based on transactions and volume, and the Number 10 RE/MAX in the nation based on transactions. Website: www.alliancegroupfl.com.