Homes in The Loop boast an array of styles and sizes. Pictured: 9625 18th Avenue Nw Cir.
The Loop of Northwest Bradenton is located just minutes from the local beaches and the newly opened Robinson Preserve—over 400 acres of diverse marshlands, open water and nature trails. The Loop has 53 home sites and is the only gated community currently in Northwest Bradenton. What makes this neighborhood so special? The home sites are nice and large, and the varied home styles are surrounded by mature landscaping inside this quaint community.
Market Activity – The Loop
Homes in TheLoop currently on the market at priced from $650,000 to $747,000. These properties range in size from 3,000 square feet to just over 5,000 square feet, and are mostly newer with the oldest being built in 1998.
The most recent home sold in TheLoop was listed by Sandy Drapala of Michael Saunders & Company and sold for $647,000. Built in 1997, this home featured four bedrooms and approximately 3,800 square feet of living area. (more…)
Treat your furry friend to a day at one of our area paw parks.
While our gorgeous coastal area provides plenty of fun for those who enjoy the outdoors, fine dining, world-class shopping and some of the most beautiful beaches found anywhere, there are also a number of recreational spots designated and built especially for Fido to get his exercise and socialize with style. After all, it’s important to keep in mind the old saying, “If your dog is fat, you aren’t getting enough exercise.”
So, here are our top 10 places to take your pooch, including beaches, trails and parks where dogs are allowed, but do not feature fenced leash-free play areas. Remember, some locations require leashes, others don’t, so be sure to check the rules before you go.
1. 17th Street Paw Park – Located in north Sarasota, this expansive dog park features acres of grassy and wood-chip-strewn play space for pooches. It provides plenty of room for off-leash play, shade/shelter, pick-up bags, and agility equipment for large dogs. Hours are dawn to dusk. Adjacent to the paw park are baseball, softball and soccer fields, a snack bar and restrooms. Call 941-861-9830 for more information.
2. Lakeview Paw Park – Located next to Lakeview Elementary School off Proctor Road at 7150 Lago St., Sarasota, Lakeview Paw Park offers a cool, shady oasis on hot summer days. This 26-acre park features a picnic shelter, playground and restrooms. Open from dawn to dusk. Adjacent to the paw park is an area with a jogging and fitness trail, restrooms and picnic tables. For more information, call 941-861-9830. (more…)
The Sarasota area offers a number of Independence Day events. Find the right one for you!
Independence Day honors the birthday of the United States of America and the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It’s a day of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and a reason to fly the American flag. To commemorate the event, the Sarasota area is brimming with a number of exciting events sure to make July 4th weekend special for all ages.
With such a significant celebration just a few days away, you may find it best to start planning your weekend now. Here are the top 10 Sarasota-area events for this Fourth of July:
1. I’m on a Boat! – It may just be the right time to purchase that boat you always wanted. Why not check out some of the latest makes and models at this year’s 9th Annual St. Armands Boat Show? The event takes place on Sunday, July 4 from 10:00 am – 5:30 pm at St. Armands Circle. Click HERE for more information.
2. Garden Party – Come celebrate the birthday of our country at the beautiful Selby Gardens Tropical 4th of July Celebration. Tickets are $15 for Gardens’ members, $18 for non-members and children 11 and under are admitted free. Tickets are available online beginning June 15 and will also be available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gardens’ Welcome Center entrance. Festivities start at 6:00 p.m, and will include a patriotic attire contest, live music by Yesterdaze, an all-American cookout, and nighttime fireworks. Visit HERE for more information.
3. A Festival of Fun – Spend your Fourth of July downtown with music, pony rides, carnival rides, great food, street performers and fireworks with the DSA Flag Fest Sarasota & Fireworks. Admission is free, and the event starts at 4pm. Visit HERE for more information. (more…)
Michael Saunders & Company is pleased to welcome Pat Gross to the Bradenton Office.
Both raised and schooled in Anchorage, Alaska, Pat relocated to the Sarasota area from northern California. Prior to becoming a Realtor, she worked corporate relocation with two major van lines, and as an air traffic controller and trainer with the Federal Aviation Administration for eight years. This diverse, highly skilled background helped shape her work ethic.
Pat brings over 20 years of experience as a professional real estate agent, and services her clients with passion and attentiveness. She attributes her success in the industry to always listening carefully to determine exactly what end result her client is seeking then plotting a course to assure that outcome. Whether assisting a first-time homebuyer, investor or a multi-million dollar buyer or seller, her aim is to provide exceptional service and have every transaction be a professional, fun and memorable experience.
Posted by Michael Saunders & Company on May 12, 2010
The city of Bradenton possesses a friendly, small town feel with a strong sense of community. Rich in history, the area was first discovered by Hernando Desoto in 1539. The city takes its name from Dr. Joseph Braden, whose home became a refuge for early settlers.
Bradenton area homes range from beach bungalows and waterfront condos to canal front properties and historic homes of all sizes. The area is filled with charming neighborhoods and grand estates.
Posted by Michael Saunders & Company on April 14, 2010
Lakewood Ranch is a premier planned community, conveniently located close to both Sarasota and Bradenton. It’s known regionally for carefully preserving and highlighting the natural beauty of the area’s unique geographic qualities including its many lakes, wooded areas, and wetland preserves that can be enjoyed by its residents through miles of nature trails and bike paths.
Easter weekend offers a number of events for those who celebrate the holiday, as well as those who want to enjoy what marks the unofficial beginning of spring. Here on Florida’s Gulf Coast, there are a number of delectable surprises and plenty of fun for everyone in your family.
Whether you choose to hunt for eggs or step out to enjoy the beautiful weather, here are our top 10 events for fun this Easter weekend:
1. Siesta Key Easter Party and Egg Hunt – This Saturday, April 3 from 9:00 am – noon, the Siesta Key Village Association will be hosting its annual Easter Party and Egg Hung at Beach Access #5 at the intersection of Ocean Blvd. and Beach Road. All children ages 1 to 6 are invited to register and participate. Registration is required for the Easter Egg hunt, and participation is limited to 100 children. $10 fee per child. Visit HERE for more information. (more…)
Whether celebrating your Irish heritage or finding another reason to party, we all have a bit o’ the Irish in us on St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17, millions of people don green and observe the day with parades, good cheer, a hearty feast, and perhaps a pint of beer.
Regardless of your heritage, it is time to hit the town and celebrate the first green of spring. Here are top St. Patrick’s Day festivities to be found in the Sarasota area that can help you celebrate the green day to the fullest: (more…)
This year, make Valentine's Day special for the one you love.
As the day of love and adoration approaches, many find themselves without a plan to express their feelings to the object of their affection. While we do encourage our readers to articulate and share their heartfelt sentiments throughout the year, Valentine’s Day presents itself as a must for those who prefer to maintain a relationship with the very person they endear. As such, it becomes your duty to make each February 14 a small celebration of love for those dear to you.
Beyond the heart-shaped boxes, mounds of candy and arrangements of flowers, there is a world of romance out there just waiting for you to enjoy. This Valentine’s Day, dust off your romantic ambition and do something extraordinary for that special somebody in your heart. Here are the top 10 Valentine’s Day ideas from your friends at michaelsaunders.com: (more…)
