Saturday, December 11, 2010

Lido Key Condo Priced Under $400,000

Picture perfect Lido Key is a great place to get away from everything.  This European-style beach is a great  place for beach parties, swimming and just walking. Last year we focused on affordable condos under $400,000.  Did you buy?  In our December 2009 poste on Lido Key condos for sale under $400,000, we focused on Lido Royale, Lido Ambassador, Lido Surf & Sand. All these buildings offered condos under $400,000 last year.  This year there are approximately 21 condos for sale on Lido Key under $400,000. Check out the buildings where there are residences for sale.


Lido Key Condos Under $400,00

Lido Ambassador: Directly on the Beach. You can choose from 3 listings in the Sarasota MLS.

Pelican Gardens:  There's one studio available across the street from the beach. 

Chateau Village:  Two units available in this 10 unit condo complex. Short walk to the beach but no pool and no amenities here.

Lido Shores:  According to MLS records, one unit available that needs some updating.

Kingston Arms:  Walk to shops and restaurants on the Circle and the beach. There are 5 condos for sale here.

Lido Harbour South:  You might be interested in one of the three units for sale at Lido Harbour South.  Built in 1968, this Lido Key condo sits directly on the beach.

Lido Harbour Towers:  Directly on the Beach and there one condo for sale under $400,000.

Lido Towers:  Rental policy here is one month minimum, 12 times per year. There are two condos for sale in this building.  Pet friendly building within walking distance to the beach.

St. Armands Towers:  Closest building to famous St. Armands Circle and directly across from Lido Key Beach.  Two great buildings with one condo for sale in this price range.

First Lido:  Sits right on sandy beach of Lido Key.  One Gulf front unit for sale.

Lido Harbour:  One unit for sale here offering Gulf views.  Right on the Beach.

Lido Beach Club:  Live right on the beach next to the Ritz Beach Residences.  Excellent location and there is one two bedroom condo for sale in this price range.

Each of these Lido Key condos offer residences for sale in the Sarasota MLS priced under $400,000. Residents enjoy sandy white Lido Key Beach as well as restaurants, shopping and spas of nearby St. Armands Circle. Cultural venues in Sarasota are minutes away. Incredible daily sunsets remain free!


If you are searching for an affordable Lido Key Florida condo, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467. We assist our customers with searching for condos on Lido Key regularly and will help you with your Lido Key condo transaction. Other popular buildings on Lido Key to consider in your search if you are looking for luxury and top amenities are Orchid Beach Club, The Beach Residences and L Elegance.

Friday, September 24, 2010

Orchid Beach Club Luxury Condos - Sarasota, FL

Built in 2005, Orchid Beach Club in Sarasota, FL consists of 54 condominium residences in two building. These condos personify luxury and international buyers are mesmerized by the Caribbean architectural style. Many condos in these building provide wraparound terraces with sensational views of downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay or the Gulf of Mexico.

Residents choose from an array of amenities:
  • Beachside pool and spa
  • Poolside Cabanas
  • Concierge Services
  • Guest Suites
  • Fitness Center
  • Steam Showers
  • Sauna
  • Massage and Treatment Room
  • Lobby, Library and Social Room
Downtown Sarasota and St. Armands Circle are a short drive from Orchid Beach Club. You can shop, dine and visit Palm Avenue art galleries. Enjoy a performance by the symphony at the Van Wetzel Performing Arts Hall or select one of Sarasota’s outstanding restaurants for dinner. Sunsets on the downtown Sarasota Bayfront are beautiful too!

The Sarasota MLS currently reports three condos for sale at this popular Lido Key condo. Prices range from $1,795,000 to $6,985,000. Three condos have sold at Orchid Beach Club in the last six months, all above $1 million.

If you are interested in visiting one of the condos for sale at Orchid Beach Club, contact the John Allen Team to make an appointment with an agent specializing in Lido Key condos. John’s Team also shows St. Armands Towers, The Beach Residences and Lido Beach Club.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Lido Key Condos Update

Lido Key condos are popular with beachgoers worldwide.  Showings of condominiums on this popular beach are on the up, and buyers are still lookingfor good deals on Lido Key condos for sale.

The Sarasota Association of Realtors monthly data remains positive for the Sarasota real estate market.  This market is improving as Sarasota is such a hot destination spot especially the barrier islands of Casey Key, Siesta Key, Bird Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key.  Are you searching for a Lido Key condo?

Condo Communities to Consider on Lido Key

Lido Beach Club
Lido Ambassador
L Elegance
St. Armands Towers
Orchid Beach Club
The Beach Residences

If you are searching the Sarasota MLS for Lido Key condos or any Sarasota real estate, call the John Allen Team.  We can help you with your search.  Call Annette Smith (941-504-3922) or John Allen (941-544-6467) or send us an email with your parameters and price range.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

L Elegance Condos on Lido Key - Update July 2010


L Elegance is located at 1800 Ben Franklin Drive on Lido Key.  These condos on Lido Key were built in 1996. L Elegance is just like its name -- elegant.  Its beautiful features along with an array of amenities for the beach condominium buyer are outstanding.  Buyers love the resort style beachfront pool.




Amenities:
  • Heated Pool and Spa
  • Wading pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna
  • Locker Rooms
  • Two Har-Tru Tennis Courts
  • Concierge Service
  • Club Room
Shopping, restaurants and other activities are just a short drive on St. Armands Circle from your condo at L Elegance.  The Sarasota MLS currently lists 7 Lido Key condos for sale at L Elegance with prices ranging from $799,000 for a two bedroom, three bath condo with a partial Gulf view to $1,890,000 penthouse unit featuring full Gulf views.  Another plus at L Elegance -- owners can have large dogs.  Ask your real estate agent in Sarasota before purchasing a condo if you want to bring your special pet.  Each individual building has its own pet policy.

For more information on Lido Key real estate or condos for sale at L Elegance, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467. We answer emails and return telephone calls promptly!

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Lido Key Condo Sells at Lido Harbour Towers

Judi Kerzner of the John Allen Team just sold a condo on Lido Key at Lido Harbour Towers.  The condo has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and has been updated.  The list price was $650,000.  The updating included maple cabinets and granite countertops in the kichen as well as new stainless steel appliances.  The spectacular views were especially appealing to the new foreign owners.  Lido Harbour Towers amenities include:  priviate underground parking, security, swimming pool.  Residents enjoy walking on Lido Beach, kayaking off Lido Key Park (pictured above), in addition to the close proximity to St. Armands Circle.

Currently the Sarasota MLS reports only two condos for sale at Lido Harbour Towers.  There is a one bedroom, one bath unit listed at $330,000 and a two bedroom, two bath unit listed at $369,000.  Five condos have sold in Lido Harbour Towers in the last six months with selling prices ranging from $347,000 to $570,000.

If you are searching for a Lido Key condo, call the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 to make an appointment.  We show Lido Key regularing and will guide you through a smooth transaction.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Orchid Beach Club Condos on Lido Key Beach

View from Orchid Beach Club, Lido Key CondosOrchid Beach Club, Luxury Condos on Lido Key

Lido Key's south end is home to Orchid Beach Club.  The Key West style buildings at Orchid Beach Club were built in 2005 and are one of a few newer condominium buildings on Lido Key.  Offering the most up-to-date amenities available to luxury buyers, these outstanding condos on Lido Key Beach are a real hit with buyers.

In our Lido Key condo report in October 2009, the Sarasota MLS reported 10 condos for sale at Orchid Beach Club. Currently there are 6 condos for sale for buyers looking for a Gulf of Mexico lifestyle.

Prices start at $1,329,000 for a Orchid Beach Club condo offering 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. A larger unit with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths is priced at $6,985,000.  This unit has been reduced from its original asking price. Residents at Orchid Beach enjoy a Gulf-front lifestyle, shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, all close by. There are two condos at Orchid Beach Club under contract and in the last six months, three condos have sold, all above a million dollars.

If you are searching for Lido Key condos, visit our main website to view a full list of amenities at Orchid Beach Club.  You can call Annette Smith at 941-504-3922 or John Allen at 941-544-6467 to schedule and appointment to view any condo on the market at Orchid Beach Club too.

John and Annette are available to discuss all your Sarasota real estate and answer phone calls promptly.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

The Ritz Carlton Beach Residences -

In 2005, The Ritz Carlton completed the fabulous Beach Residences, condos on Lido Key. Luxuriously appointed from the towering lobby throughout the building, residents are catered to by these Ritz Carlton staff.  Owners are spoiled beyond belief and barely lift a finger allowing ample time to enjoy the Sarasota lifestyle.  The Beach Residences provide resident world class amenities in the residences: social room, state-of-the-art fitnss center, billiards, conference room, theater, guest suites, private-pool spa and a 24 hour guarded gate.  These condos are walking distance to famous St. Armands Circle. A short drive to downtown Sarasota provides additional shopping restaurants, art galleries of Palm Avenue and the cultural venues of the city.


Residents can join the Ritz Carlton Beach Club for additional privileges.  There are several different levels of membership providing owners choices of social, spa or golf to name a few.  The beach pool is constantly busy with residents and guest enjoying the extraordinary events sponsored by the Ritz Carlton. For a brochure, contact us.

In the Sarasota MLS, currently condos at the Ritz Beach Residences total 19 available for sale. Prices in the MLS are from $1,500,000 to $4,595,000. Discriminating buyers choose Lido Key condos, that provide evening sunsets and long walks on Lido Beach, in addition to outstanding amenities. There's a 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath unit available offering wonderful views. Two condos are currently under contract and 3 condos have sold at Beach Residences in the last six months.


For more information about condos for sale at The Ritz Carlton's Beach Residences or other Lido Key condos, contact John Allen or Annette Smith. You can search on your on for all Sarasota real estate on any of our websites or any of our multiple blogs.

We're here to help so when you are ready to begin the process for closing a smooth transaction, give us a call.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Lido Key Condos for Sale

Sarasota has seen a considerable uptick in the Lido Key condo market.  Sarasota MLS showings are plentiful, and buyers seem to be looking for good buys that remain on Lido Key condos for sale.  The holiday season was excellent with international buyers on Lido Key from all over the world.  St. Armands Circle was packed with visitors browsing, shopping and dining.

The Sarasota Association of Realtors released their stats for the month of December a few days agao reporting outstanding sales of Sarasota real estate.  This market is on a comeback!  Are you searching for a Lido Key condo?

Condo Communities to Consider on Lido Key

Lido Beach Club
L Elegance
St. Armands Towers
Orchid Beach Club
The Beach Residences

If you are searching the Sarasota MLS for Lido Key condos or any Sarasota real estate, we can help you with your search.  Call Annette Smith (941-504-3922) or John Allen (941-544-6467) or send us an email with your parameters and price range.