Sarasota & Manatee County Real Estate Source

For more than 100 years people from around the world have been coming to Sarasota to enjoy the beauty and diversity of this southwestern Florida oasis. While Sarasota is best known for its white sand beaches, blue ocean waters and plentiful cultural and recreational opportunities, it also offers excellent career opportunities thanks to the presence of a number of large companies. Sarasota also offers many outstanding opportunities for higher education. Local colleges include New College of Florida, Keiser College of Sarasota, FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training, Ringling College of Art and Design, and the renowned Sarasota School of Architecture.

Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Sarasota. From deep sea fishing, to boating and sailing, to hitting the greens on one of the areas many championship golf courses, there's something fun for everyone in Sarasota. A number of festivals in the area celebrate the art and culture of the city. The Sarasota Chalk Festival, started in 2010, is a yearly festival held in the historic area of Burns Square and the first international street painting festival in the country. The Sarasota Film Festival is also held annually and attracts independent films from all over the world. It is one of the largest film festivals in the state of Florida.

Sarasota real estate options range from ultra chic downtown lofts to no-maintenance condos on one of the area's many golf courses to spectacular waterfront estates with boating access. Whether you're looking for a vacation get-away with rental potential or a full-time Sarasota home, you're certain to find the perfect place.