About the Worthington Community

Worthington is a brand-new, new construction Sarasota community, which broke ground in 2019. Worthington is located a few miles east of I-75 seated on the corner of Palmer Blvd. and Lorraine Rd. Worthington is an intimate neighborhood that will consist of 156 homes, when completed. Split between two builders; half of the community will be built by MI Homes and the other half, Cardel Homes. Worthington offers its residents a gated entrance to the community, a passive park, walking trail, lake, and lawn irrigation all bundled within its low HOA. The community features a sidewalk throughout, tropical landscaping, tile roofs, and driveways and patios lined with pavers to create a finer community appearance and quality.…

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Pet Friendly Condos on Siesta Key

Siesta Key offers a variety of condominiums, some allowing pets and others…not so much. Before getting your heart set on your dream space, get educated on which condominium works best for your pet friendly or not so friendly needs! Many condominiums that allow pets, do have restrictions on the size of the pet, so it’s best to start your pet friendly condominium home search right here. Click on each Siesta Key condominium name to see its available listings!  Find a piece of property you want to take a look at? Email Matt HERE or call/text 941-356-5377.

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Siesta Key Condominiums: No Pets Allowed

Aloha Kai - No Pets

Anchorage - No Pets

Bay Oaks - No Pets

Beachaven - No Pets

Casa Blanca - No Pets

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What is Homestead? 

One of the greatest benefits to owning a permanent home in Florida is the ability to homestead your primary residence. I work with many Buyers who are purchasing a primary residence here in Florida and I consider educating them on homesteading their property an important part of my job. Unfortunately, I’ve seen many people miss the mark when it comes to doing this, simply because they lack the knowledge on what it can do for you or they just don’t know about it! This simple job can save you hundreds of dollars each year in taxes. Consider this your guide to homesteading your property; as I’ve personally experienced this on my own home, educated many clients along the way with their homes, and have seen the fantastic…

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The Rosemary District- Downtown Sarasota

We’ve all heard of Sarasota’s ‘Rosemary District’, but what is it? And, why is it so popular? I decided to do a little research and check it out myself, on foot. So, here is your guide to experiencing The Rosemary District. The Rosemary District is the area within the parameters of N. Tamiami, 10th St., N. Orange Ave., and Fruitville Rd. Located North of downtown Sarasota, just a walk from the Sarasota Bay. What’s better than the cultural vibe of a downtown atmosphere paired with only being a walk away from the coastal relaxation by the water?

Rosemary District

Then & Now in the Rosemary District

The Rosemary District dates itself back to 1885. In 1886, The Rosemary Cemetery was founded on Eight Street and Central Ave;…

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Housing Trends Hold Steady as Summer Closes

The combined number of properties sold in Sarasota and Manatee counties increased by 3.7 percent from July 2018 to July 2019. According to monthly reports from Florida REALTORS®, combined inventory in the two-county area decreased but more new listings entered the market this month compared to the same time last year.

In Sarasota County, single-family home sales increased by 13.9 percent to 802 and Manatee single-family home sales decreased by 1.8 percent to 611. Manatee condo sales increased by 8.7 percent to 237, while Sarasota condo sales decreased by 10.6 percent to 305.

“With holidays and family vacations, July is traditionally a slower month for sales,” said Amy Worth, 2019 President of the…

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Arbor Lakes - Palmer Ranch Neighborhood

Arbor Lakes is a newer community in Palmer Ranch built by Taylor Morrison. This community broke ground on construction in 2015 and is finishing up the build on their last homes here in 2019. This new construction community is 100% sold out, but with a neighborhood consisting of 267 single family homes spread across 217 acres, you’re still bound to get your hands on a gorgeous resale. These homes feature the popular west indies architectural design, paired with trendy and updated interiors. Arbor Lakes is well sought after for families because of its school zoning. According to the 2019 school grades, Arbor Lakes is zoned to three A-rated schools in the Sarasota County School district. Arbor Lakes is zoned to…

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Median Prices Rise Again in Sarasota

SARASOTA, Fla. (July 23, 2019) – The Sarasota and Manatee housing market favors the seller with a decrease in existing home sales in June 2019. Inventory is steady among the two counties as median prices continue to increase year-over-year. Pending sales and new listings showed a decrease in June 2019, according to monthly reports from Florida REALTORS®.

In June, there were a total of 2,032 closed sales in the two-county market, a 3.1 percent decrease from this time last year. In Sarasota County, single-family home sales increased by 2.9 percent to 821 and Manatee single-family homes decreased by 2.2 percent to 623. Condo sales decreased from this time last year, with a 10.4 percent decrease to 344…

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Sarasota and Manatee Home Sales Increase in May 2019

In May 2019, total home sales in Sarasota and Manatee counties increased by 11.2 percent from the same month last year. Combined inventory and median prices also increased year-over-year, according to monthly reports from Florida REALTORS®.

In Manatee County, single-family home sales increased by 13.3 percent to 726 and Sarasota single-family homes increased by 17 percent to 959. Manatee condo sales increased by 6.1 percent to 295, while Sarasota condo sales increased by 1.1 percent to 457.

"May is now showing the highest number of closed sales in each market in 2019,” said Amy Worth, 2019 President of the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee. “Year-to-date, single-family homes…

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Hampton Lakes - Sarasota Neighborhood


Hampton Lakes is a new construction community located off of Fruitville Rd. Hampton Lakes is being built by Medallion Home, a builder founded in 1984. This community is gorgeous. Land, air, space, greenery, privacy, peace, and location! I brought my drone and camera out to this community recently to grab some shots because I just can't get enough of it. 

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About Hampton Lakes

This community, situated about 10 miles east of 1-75, provides a quiet and peaceful lifestyle. Its secluded location lets you avoid the hustle and bustle of busy roads, but also remains fairly close to shopping and entertainment. There are very few communities in Sarasota that provide the luxury of space and acreage. Hampton Lakes…

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All About Bayfront Park and Marina

Bayfront Park is bright yet shady; you can feel the warmth of the sun, but find a breezy shade among the mature trees. It is high energy yet peaceful; you can sense the outgoing vibe of the socials and hear kids running around, but you can find peace within the sounds and scenes of the bay. It is busy yet idle; many come to exercise and socialize, but you can always seek solitude in a hammock sprawled between two trees.

Bayfront Park and Marina is located off of Bayfront Drive across from Ringling Blvd. Situated on the Sarasota Bay, just minutes from downtown. My family and I find ourselves here probably once a month enjoying a leisurely walk or picnic lunch as a way to get outside and put all else aside but…

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