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Sandpiper Key Condominiums
LOOKING FOR A GREAT PLACE TO SPEND WINTER OR ET_ IR_ EM N_ T HOME? _S_ _A_R_ _E_
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Sandpiper Key Condominiums consist of 215 units in 8 buildings located on approximately 15 acres of beautifully landscaped and extremely well maintained grounds. It is only one half mile to beautiful Englewood Beach and the Gulf of Mexico, along with several restaurants, entertainment, beach shopping, boat & jet ski rentals and a convenience store. There are 2 heated bay front pools, a Clubhouse and several picnic areas on the property. Sandpiper Key Condominiums enjoy a reputation of being extremely well managed, beautifully maintained and strong financially. For what is included, our maintenance fees are one of the most reasonable of all of the condominiums on Manasota & Sandpiper Keys. There are 60 privately owned boat slips just across the road in the Sandpiper Key Yacht Club. There are normally docks available to purchase or rent if you plan on keeping a boat nearby. We have been full time residents at Sandpiper Key for more than 32 years. If you are considering purchasing, we would love to answer any questions you may have as well as show you what our wonderful, well maintained complex has to offer. Please do not hesitate to call or Email us.
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COMPLETED IN 2001 AND IN IMMACULATE CONDITION, this Duplex has 1,326 sq. ft. of living area on each side. One side has an elevator and both sides are 2BR/2BA and the master suite is top floor. Both sides offer good gulf views. Each side has its own private garage and there is a laundry center in each side. It is only 3/10 of a mile to Stump Pass Beach State Park and only 7/10 mile to great restaurants, live entertainment, watercraft rentals, beach shopping and more. Both sides are furnished turn-key. LOCATED AT 1245/1255 SHORE VIEW DRIVE | MLS # D5917871. $839,000.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Only 7 homes on Manasota Key with the bay and deep water dock on one side of the property and a sea walled salt water canal on the other. 2BR/2BA with 1,410 sq.ft. of air conditioned living area. Incredible bay views from several rooms & quick boating access to the Gulf of Mexico. New roof in 2013. Located at 1205 Holiday Dr. | MLS # D5914183. $680,000.
ABSOLUTELY DIRECT GULF FRONT 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH CONDO OFFERED COMPLETELY FURNISHED and with many weeks of advance rental reservations which will provide thousands of dollars in income to a new owner. The FULL GULF VIEWS are absolutely incredible from this lovely unit, PLUS you can be walking on an outstanding beautiful sandy beach along the Gulf of Mexico in less than one minute from your front door. The complex also offers a beautiful open pool and it is less than a 10 minute walk to 5 restaurants and a convenience store. Located at 2400 N. Beach Rd. Unit 1. MLS D5918822. $535,000.
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THREE BEDROOM / THREE BATH Condo townhouse with a private 2-Car garage ( parking tandem ) and just across Beach Road from beautiful Englewood Beach. This lovely condo has had several updates & upgrades and most of the furnishings are negotiable. There is tremendous privacy of each bedroom as each one with its own bath are on a separate level. There are boat docks available on a first come basis and it is about a 5 minute walk to 5 restaurants and beach shopping & a convenience store. Located at 2255 N. Beach Rd. Unit #9. MLS D5919142. $448,900.
GREAT BAY & INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY VIEWS from this middle floor end unit. This is as close to a NEW as there is at Sandpiper Key. Unbelievable updates & upgrades to this entire unit during the past few months. NEW A/C system with transferrable warranty, new stainless appliances, never used, entire new kitchen, new ceilings throughout, new tile, new quality carpet & the list goes on. All it needs is your furniture. Located at 1551 Beach Rd. #307. MLS#D5917767. $359,500.
DIRECT BAY FRONT TOWNHOUSE UNIT with a private enclosed garage. You can access the living area directly from the bonus room on ground level. Offered completely furnished and needs nothing. Incredible view of Lemon Bay & the Intracoastal Waterway. Only ½ mile from Englewood Beach, excellent restaurants. Nearby docks available to purchase or rent. Located at 1401 Beach Rd. Unit #202. $359,000.
PARTIAL GULF VIEW from this 2BR/2BA completely furnished top floor unit at Castaways Condominiums located in a gulf front complex on Manasota Key, and directly North of Englewood Public Beach. About a 5 min walk to excellent restaurants and beach shopping. You can be walking along the gulf of Mexico in about 2 minutes from the front door. Owner grossed about $27,000 in rental income in 2016 after commissions. Located at 2240 N. Beach Rd. #21-C. MLS#D5918187. $349,900.
FULL BAY VIEWS from this end unit in the most westerly building at Sandpiper Key. A very popular building and the closest to Englewood Beach of the 8 buildings at Sandpiper Key Condos. Offered furnished and it has a new water heater and new air conditioning system - both installed in March of 2017. Move in ready. Located at 1751 Beach Rd. #307. MLS#D5918201. $320,000.
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FULL BAY & INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY VIEWS from most rooms. This 2BR/2BA unit is offered completely furnished, turn-key, and it has been the present owner’s winter home for the past couple decades & shows nicely. Doesn’t need anything except YOU. Located at 1551 Beach Rd. # 306. MLS#D5917995. $320,000.
TOP FLOOR DIRECT BAY FRONT Townhouse style condo with incredible bay & Intracoastal Waterway views. Offered Completely furnished, turn-key & if you are not ready to occupy the unit for at least a year, there is an excellent annual tenant in place until May 2018 and as of right now, he would like to stay longer. 2BR/2BA & private garage plus a large bonus room off the garage for extra storage. Located at 1451 N. Beach Rd., Unit 302. $310,000.
VERY LOVELY, UPDATED CONDO ON MANASOTA KEY. It is an end unit and nobody lives above or below you. New air conditioning system and the kitchen is incredible, as is the entire unit. Most of the very tasteful furnishings are negotiable and there are two under bldg. parking spaces with room for 4 vehicles parked tandem. A 13 unit complex with fishing pier on Lemon Bay & kayak launch and a pool. Located at 5031 N. Beach Rd. #114. MLS # D5918521. $299,000.
PARTIAL BAY VIEW from this beautifully furnished 2BR/2BA end unit. Nice views of Lemon Bay from the dining area. Tastefully decorated and furnished. Only ½ mile to Englewood Beach & the Gulf. Sandpiper Key has a Clubhouse with many social activities, two heated bay front swimming pools. Located at 1651 Beach Rd. #313. MLS#D5917984. $249,900.
PARK FOREST OVER 55 GATED COMMUNITY. Move in ready 2BR/2BA plus a den/office. Low quarterly fees include a new roof every 17 years and new outside paint every 7 years. Community clubhouse with pool & tennis courts. Move in as fast as you can close. Most furnishings are negotiable. Located at 236 Park Forest Blvd. MLS#D5915847. $229,500.
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOT ON MANASOTA KEY There is only one home between this lot and Lemon Bay. It is one lot off N. Beach Road & only about ¼ mile from the Sarasota / Charlotte County line and close to four very nice homes that were built within the past 10 years or so. Public Utilities available. Located at 5027 N. Beach Road. MLS#D5901773. $174,900.
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CHARMING COMMUNITY WITH LOW HOA FEES – From the moment you approach this home you will notice the lush landscaping and great curb appeal. This 3BR home shows pride of ownership. The kitchen has a center Island with granite counter tops which opens to the family room. Enjoy the pleasant view of the lanai & pool thru the sliding glass doors from several rooms. Relax in the lanai & listen to the waterfall or take a dip in the heated pool. Nestled on an oversized lot with a privacy hedge across the back. Located close to the Island with its quaint shops, the beach, the intrastate, shopping and more. ML N5912950 $359,000
DON’T GIVE UP SPACE LIVING IN A CONDO – Enjoy the carefree lifestyle in this spacious 2BR condo with a den/3rd bedroom! Over 2100 sq. ft. of fun in this light &bright end unit with serene lake views from most rooms!. The spacious kitchen has ample cabinets with granite counters and a long breakfast bar. This great room floor plan has lots to offer. You even have a one car garage! What a great location! Close to the beach and the Island with its quaint shops, outside café’s, Venice Little Theater, Community Center, library and more. ML N5910364 $330,000
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Recessed lighting is visually appealing and perfect for small spaces. You can also affect a room’s lighting with low-cost or no-cost solutions that make the most of the space’s built-in features. For example, highlight windows instead of covering them, or make the fireplace a focal point. Bay windows also really help to open up a living room or kitchen dining area to make it appear larger.
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Small Spaces into Charming Places In home listings across the country, the word small is often replaced with a far more marketable and appealing word: “charming.” But what makes a home charming compared to small? How does a homeowner transition a cramped room into a space with unique and appealing character?
Create special spaces & storage Carefully consider the functions of any space, such as TV viewing, reading or computer use, so that only the items needed for those specific functions are stored there. Understanding how this space is utilized will make it easier to establish dedicated zones and supplies for each activity. For example, a small living room area intended for TV should have a couch and chair, coffee table, end table, and TV stand and TV – not much more. Be sure to also create proper storage to manage and maintain a clutter-free home. A great way to do this is add some built-in storage like bookcases and cabinets. Chests or coffee tables that can open up to store things will allow you to use the flat surface above while taking advantage of the space underneath.
Make it larger with lighting Clearing a small home of its clutter will automatically make it seem larger. However, the illusion of more space can also be enhanced with proper lighting. The right lighting will also play a big role in helping create a more charming feel.
Woodwork is another simple embellishment that adds instant character and charm without affecting usable space. A chair rail, stair case newel post, crown molding, and even baseboards can help take a standard space and outline it with interesting architectural elements. A mirror, such as a pier mirror, can also help brighten the room and make it seem larger than it is. By managing clutter, using lighting to create bright and airy spaces and incorporating simple architectural elements, you can easily transform a cramped area into a charming and inviting room that you – or a potential buyer – can enjoy.
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The residence is divided into two levels making it ideal for a large family or to entertain overnight guests. The first floor is complete with two bedrooms, compact kitchen, large great room which includes the dining area. The great room has soaring pecky cypress vaulted ceilings and sliding glass doors for an uninterrupted view of the Gulf. Step out onto the veranda which surrounds the home and leads you to a screened swimming pool.
The second floor is large and roomy with one bedroom and lots of room to use for extra sleeping, hobbies, or office. The great room and the Gulf can be viewed from the second level.
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8 Ways to Make Your Backyard a Summer Paradise By Sage Singleton
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ummer is the season to be outdoors. It's the perfect time for backyard barbecues, neighborhood socials, and late-night evenings on the patio. You don't need to travel to a luxurious and exotic location to enjoy spending time outdoors. Make your own backyard a summer paradise with these eight simple suggestions.
Purchase Patio Furniture & Essentials Once you have a designated patio or deck space, you'll want to add some patio furniture so you can sit down, mingle with friends and family, and relax. Consider purchasing weatherproof patio furniture that is both comfortable and durable. Patio furniture can be exposed to harsh, seasonal weather, so you'll want to make sure it lasts for years.
Inspect & Update Wooden Decks To make your backyard a summer haven, take some time to inspect and update your deck. Wooden patios and decks can be warped by cold weather, so you'll want to replace loose or missing slats as needed. Sand, stain, and seal your deck once you've made sure it's structurally sound. If you have a stone patio, check for missing pieces and update as needed. Once this is complete, you'll have a shiny and appealing deck you can decorate with patio furniture—creating a relaxing sitting area for summertime. Editor's Note: This was originally published on RISMedia's blog, Housecall. See what else is cookin' now at blog.rismedia.com
Get the basics, including some lounge chairs, an umbrella, a hammock, and an outdoor table so you can enjoy meals or games outside. In addition to patio furniture, you may want to buy or build an outdoor fire pit. It's a simple feature that adds so much to your backyard. Sit around the fire and socialize, roast marshmallows or even cook dinner on your own backyard fireplace.
Add Colorful Cushions and Pillows You'll want to add a splash of color to your patio so it's eye-catching and sings of summertime. Buy some bright-colored, comfortable throw pillows and cushions to spice up the furniture. The bright colors and fun patterns will entice people to sit down, relax, and enjoy your backyard paradise.
Get a Rug for the Patio Consider adding a rug to the patio or deck area to make the space feel cozier. Outdoor rugs vary in material, size, and shape and are generally made to last in all types of weather. They make a great addition to your space, and can also protect your deck.
Install Outdoor Lighting Nothing is more magical than twinkling
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lights against a royal-blue evening sky. Add strands of tea lights or other innovative lights to create a fairytale effect in your backyard. In addition to the decorative lighting, you'll want to consider adding sensor or smart lights to your backyard for added security. Smart lights are a great way to ensure the backyard is lit—you can even control smart lights with your smart phone.
your landscaping to create an outdoor paradise. You don't need extravagant plants or trees to make your backyard grand. Take some time to cut back unruly trees and bushes, pull the weeds, water and trim the lawn, and plant flowers around the yard. These simple updates will make a world of difference. You'll have your own secret garden in no time!
Make the Backyard Private
Secure Outdoor Belongings
You may love your neighbors, but that doesn't mean you want them always peeking into your backyard. Be creative when thinking of ways to ensure better backyard privacy. One easy way to create a private, secluded backyard paradise is to install a fence. Not only does it ensure privacy, but it is an essential safety measure. Install a strong, secure fence to create a private and safe backyard.
Once you've created a magical backyard space, you'll want to take the necessary precautions to safeguard your belongings. Make sure your garden tools and supplies are in a locked shed—away from kids, pets, and burglars. Take time to assess the backyard for any security breaches. This will keep your family safe and protect your backyard, patio, and deck from major damage.
UpdateYour Landscaping Landscaping can make or break your backyard. It's essential to take time to update
Summer is a wonderful time to relax and enjoy being outdoors. Update your own backyard and you'll have access to a private paradise any time you want.
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Give Cherie a call for all of your real estate needs!
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Debbie Bennice
The Realtor willing to go that EXTRA MILE for you!!!
(941) 587-5293 Cell
(800) 231-0323 Toll Free • (941) 627-3321 Office
19700 Cochran Blvd Debbie.Bennice@Century21.com Port Charlotte, FL 33948 Come Sail Away at this POOL home...Near Port Charlotte Beach
SAILBOAT WATER!!!! Port Charlotte Beach Complex is just around the corner! Own a piece of Paradise! This lovely waterfront home features 2 Master suites, 2 Guest bedrooms, 3 Full baths, over-sized 2 Car Garage, huge brick pavered screened lanai & sparkling pool! Spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets with built in pantry, 11’ breakfast bar, center island. Lush tropical landscaping. Great deal for over 3300 sf. MLS#C7230887 | $510,000
Furnished - WATERFRONT POOL Home
MOVE IN READY!!! Great Location!!! This Beautiful 3BR/2BA home is being sold furnished.....Open Floor Plan.... Beautiful kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space, stainless steel appliances included...French Doors leading to heated pool and lanai. Spacious bedrooms... The master bathroom has huge walk in shower. The sparkling pool & cage was built in 2012. Boat access to the Harbor/Gulf. Nearby beaches, golf, shopping, restaurants, schools. MLS#C7239034 | $259,900
SALE PENDING!
GREAT LOCATION of Port Charlotte. Open floor plan with huge family room and kitchen with living room and formal dining room separate. Vaulted ceilings through main living areas. Kitchen features island, breakfast bar, newer stainless steel appliances, large closet pantry and dinette area. The huge family room has sliding glass doors out to pool/lanai. Nearby shopping, restaurants, golf, beaches and more....One Year Home Protection Plan included. MLS#C7239677 | $239,900
SALE PENDING!
A GREAT DEAL ON THIS WATERFRONT HOME IN TROPICAL GULF ACRES...Spacious 2BR/2BA/2CG home on over a half acre of land. Huge living and dining room area, kitchen with breakfast bar, pantry cabinet and pass thru to the Florida room. Spacious master bedroom with slider to the Florida room & water view. New hot water heater & electrical panel box, 2 A/C units, R/O system. Needs some TLC. Partially privacy fenced & shed. Close to Bissett Park. MLS#C7240988 | $154,900 • • • • • •
READY TO BUILD?
I have lots available for your dream home! MLS#C7023879 | Perennial Rd, North Port.....................................$9,000 MLS#C7232269 | Red Oak Road, North Port..................................$8,000 MLS#C7229589 | 15595 Gregus Ave, DBL Lot Port Charlotte......$12,500 MLS#C7239937 | 18742 Ackerman Ave, Port Charlotte..................$8,500 MLS#C7239939 | 18734 Ackerman Ave, Port Charlotte..................$8,500 MLS#C7239764 | 103 Eagle Ct, Rotonda West.............................$19,900
COMMERCIAL LOTS
CG Zoned land ready for your business! • MLS#C7045444 | 1420 El Jobean Rd 40,000 sf lot.....................$185,000 • MLS#C7217007 | 3512 El Jobean - Commercial...........................$59,900 • MLS#C7046077 | 1424 El Jobean Rd...........................................$29,995
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Pipe Problems? HOW TO AVO ID PLUM B I N G H EA DAC H ES We can tend to take the luxury of indoor plumbing for granted, until disaster strikes and you have to call a plumber for an urgent and costly fix. However, you can stave off some serious plumbing problems, and save yourself unnecessary headache and expenses by following these tips inside and outside of your home.
Look for bathroom leaks
Test the sump pump
Check the toilet for leaks by placing a few drops of food coloring into the tank. If the water in the toilet bowl changes color after 30 minutes, it usually means there’s an issue with the components in the reservoir. Call a licensed plumber to diagnose the problem and repair it correctly.
A simple way to check your sump pump is to pour a bucket of water into the sump pit. The pump should turn on, begin removing the water and turn off automatically when complete. If this process doesn’t happen smoothly, call a plumber to repair or replace it.
Check your hoses Make sure tree roots haven’t infiltrated your lines Rain can cause tree roots to block underground sewer lines. When the weather starts to warm up, tree roots begin to reach out in search of water. Inspect the tree roots in your yard, have the sewer lines serviced and inspected before roots grow into the pipes.
The outdoor hose faucet is susceptible to many problems during the winter, such as freezing and cracking. Look at the outside of the faucet and down the wall of the home to see if there is evidence of a leak. This can not only cause damage to the outside of the home, but also to the foundation if the link is bad enough. Also consider cutting off the water to your hose faucet if you don’t plan on using it in the winter.
Inspect all the faucets Leaky faucets lead to higher utility bills, so check for droplets of moisture around the outside of the faucet or any dripping. Since faucet leaks may also be hidden from view, be sure to also check under and around the sink for wet spots, warped cabinetry, or discolored paint or wood.
Don’t pour grease down the sink Kitchen sinks are typically where most clogs are found in the home. People tend to pour fat and oil from cooking down the drain without realizing that the lard will almost certainly stick around, hardening and narrowing pipes. Pour your grease in a can and throw it in the trash.
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Capt. MISSY BECKER Direct:
941-661-0002
E-Mail: missybecker@remax.net • www.missybecker.com
Harbor Realty
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated
1133 Bal Harbor Blvd., Suite 1129 • Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Office: (941) 639-8500 • Toll Free: (800) 445-6560
PORT CHARLOTTE
1166 Waterside Drive • Port Charlotte, Florida $189,000 MLS#C7240859
Move in ready super spacious 2280 SF home on the beautiful Haverhill Waterway. Roomy backyard with plenty of room for a pool offers privacy and idyllic views of the water and wildlife. Living room/dining room combo with wood floor and
crown molding. Skylights in the foyer and kitchen. French doors to the oversized lanai from the breakfast nook. Family
room off the kitchen has 18” tile, pretty moldings and French doors. Split floor plan. Master bath redone with new vanities, fixtures and granite tops. Enormous walk in closet in the master. Full hurricane protection and brand new AC system. Text R424196 to text number 52187 for more photos and information on this property.
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Page 20 - Real Estate Professionals Open All The Right Doors - Vol. 25, No. 8
Linda Swartz, P.A. 941-376-2083
8109 Camminare Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238 www.vwtcrealty.com
Brenda Mazzone
978-284-3483
TRULY A BIRDER’S DELIGHT IN VILLAGEWALK
1672sf 3br/2.5ba and built in office with desk and murphy bed. Private, custom saltwater pool overlooking waterview and natures flora and fauna. Resort Style Gated community of VILLAGEWALK. $315, 000 | Text R445476 to 52187 for information.
ENJOY EXPANSIVE LAKE VIEWS
Lovely 2000sf, GR, Den, 3BR/2BA/2CG. Resort Style Gated commun ity of VILLAGEWALK. $415,000 Text R384860 to 52187 for information.
STUNNING HOME & VIEW
3br/2ba/2gar home. The Isles of PALMER RANCH $325,900 Text R385559 to 52187 for information..
POOL, SPA + MILLION $ VIEW
2000sf 3br/2/ba/den, Great room & 2CG Resort Style Gated c ommunity of VILLAGEWALK. $497 ,500 Text R385429 to 52187 for information.
LOOKING FOR A WINTER HOME?
1534 sf Villa. 2br/2ba+ open den/2CG & htd pool! Resort Style Gated community of VILLAGEWALK. $339 ,000 Text R385430 to 52187 for information.
DON’T WAIT TO BUILD!
IT’S APPEAL IS REAL
End unit Townhome. 4BR, 3BA, 2CG. Res ort Style Gated c ommunity of VILLAGEWALK. $318 ,900 Text R369963 to 52187 for information.
STUNNING CATALINA TOWNHOME 1672sf 3br/2.5ba, Great room & 1CG Gated community of VILLAGEWALK. $307 ,000 Text R451988 to 52187 for information.
B EST PRICED
1875 sf, 3br/2ba/2gar like new home on oversized lot. Expansive lake view! Community of GRAND PALM in Venice $374,8 80 Text R399941 to 52187
Mediterranean style townhome with 3BR, 3BA, 2CG. Resort Style Gated community of VILLAGEWALK. $2 99,900 Text R456255 to 52187 for information.
CAPRI III VILLA HOME
IMPRESSIVE ON OVERSIZED LOT
Large screened lanai, 2BR, 2BA, 2CG. Resort Style Gated community of VILLAGE WALK. $325,000 Text R38537 to 52187 for information.
2,000 sf, 3br/2ba/den/2gar. Resort Style Gated community of VILLAGE WALK. $415,000 Text R424199 to 52187 for information.
Annual and Seasonal Rentals Available...For Details Call 941-929-9333
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5 Exciting New Sarasota Listings
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TEXT R467869 to 52187
SOUTH GATE | $429,900 * 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half baths, 2 car garage * Over 2,430sf under air * Fully fenced back yard, Paver pool deck, uncaged pool * Mature landscaping * Gorgeous Acacia Wood floors * Huge corner lot
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SOUTH GATE | $299,000 * 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage * Uncaged newer pool * Paver patio in back yard * Ceramic tile & wood floors thru entire house * Cedar closets * Just under 2000sf
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TEXT R463021 to 52187
SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT | $259,000 * South Gate * 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage * Cedar closets * Pantry * Large screened lanai * Vintage bathrooms in excellent condition
TEXT R468485 to 52187
LAKES ESTATES SUBDIVISION | $519,000 * 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths * Oversized 2 car garage * Over 3200sf under air * 20,000sf lot
PRICED AT ONLY $279,000 TOTAL * 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1 car garage EL REMOD * Pool home ready to move in
Patrick Ritchey 941-284-7287
email: teamritchey@verizon.net
2000 Webber St. Sarasota, FL 34239
Each office independently owned & operated
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Shellee & Jimmy “G” Guinta 19700 Cochran Blvd Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (800) 231-0323 Toll Free (941) 627-3321 Office
(941) 426-4534 Direct
Shellee Sell: 941-586-8463 | Jimmy Sell: 941-539-8694 Fax: 888-886-8710
www.ISellHomesInParadise.com • shelleegee@verizon.net
$374,500
3 BR, 3 BA GULF ACCESS POOL HOME! Completely updated! Heated pool & wide canal views with 110’ of frontage. 15 x 11 CB building with A/C. 18 x 10 dock w/water, elec & 10,000lb covered lift. MLS#C7238974
$269,900
COUNTRY LIVING in the heart of the city! Situated on almost an acre, this 5BR custom built pool home has almost 3,000 sf! Enormous kitchen has custom wood cabinetry, corian counters. 2 sheds. MLS:C7237680
$89,500
$597,000
LOCATION! Historic downtown Punta Gorda, 2,016 sf commercial property. Zoned City Center for Multi-use. Updates incl newer A/C, impact windows. MLS#C7200950
VACANT LOTS
$144,400
LOWEST PRICED CONDO IN LAKES EDGE! Immaculate 2/2 split plan end unit. Both Laminate & ceramic tile floors. The A/C is new in ‘17. MLS#C7239796
OVERSIZED SAILBOAT, GULF ACCESS HOMESITE Section 93 of South Gulf Cove! 201’ of waterfront and a concrete seawall plus water & sewer available. MLS#C7240877
CALL ME FOR AN UPDATED LIST OF ALL VACANT LOTS AVAILABLE
• C7240877 | 15324 Leipzig Circle, Port Charlotte South Gulf Cove, Sailboat Water.................$144,400 • C7240461 | 508 Cory St. Port Charlotte Gulf Access, Public water..........................$32,900 • C7231874 | 8294 Arapahoe Circle, Port Charlotte Gulf access - Sailboat! Public water & sewer.....$48,888 • C7238003 | 9660 Nastrand Cir. Port Charlotte South Gulf Cove with Gulf Access.................$44,900 • C7240584 | 402 Tazewell Dr. Port Charlotte Fresh Water Canal...................................$12,500 • C7241670 | 3470 Ledgewood St., Port Charlotte 2 lots, Public water.................................$13,900
• C7238414 | 861& 867 Cordele Ave. NW Port Charlotte Public Water & Sewer..............................$15,888 • C7228572 | 060 Hilton St. Pt. Charlotte..........$5,900 • C7228571 | Lot 12, Casco Circle, North Port....$5,900 • C7236141 | Lot 4 Goshen Rd., North Port.......$6,995 • C7237571 | 2111 Como St., Port Charlotte......$6,995 • C7237615 | 17230 Nixon Ave., Port Charlotte...$8,995 • C7239981 | 7230 Riverton Cir, Pt. Charlotte....$7,800 • C7239982 | 15160 Malcolm Ave, Pt. Charlotte.$6,900 • C7239889 | 7344 Talley St., Pt. Charlotte.......$8,500 • C7239985 | 508 Hutchins St., Pt. Charlotte.....$7,800
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DESIGNER TIPS for Making Your Summer Party Pop By John Voket Summer is in full swing, and many of us are currently planning our summer parties. However, there is quite a distance between wanting to throw a great summer party and actually pulling it off. So we'll look at some of the big challenges summer party hosts may face. When it comes to planning a summer party, lifestyle expert Ceci Carmichael recently told blogger Candace Rose Anderson that people avoid entertaining because they just think it’ll be so full of stress and they’re not going to have a good time anyway. Carmichael's best advice—plan ahead. That means two weeks out get your list all set, get your menu all set and then along the way take bite size chunks out of it so that the day before you aren't walking a tightrope between vacuuming
and cooking at the same time. Party planner to the stars Mindy Weiss (stylemepretty.com) advises aspiring party hosts to mind these tips: Freshen up with Color: Don’t be afraid to add pop to your party with bright colors. Purchase a fun, colored table runner for outdoor tables and a set of patterned napkins for a fresh look. Include a few brightly colored dinner plates alongside basic white dishes. That simple pop of color adds excitement to the table. Plan a Picnic in Your Own Backyard: Surprise your guests by setting up an outdoor picnic area. Spread multi-colored throws, blankets even large quilts on your grass and add bright colored pillows. The “eclectic look” is in! Place fun trays on the blankets
filled with guacamole and chips or bottles of water and glassed bottled soda pop. Light up the Garden: Lanterns placed throughout your outdoor area are always noticed! They can hang from gazebos or line the walkway into the party. These lanterns use battery-powered candles as an alternative to regular candles… they’re gorgeous and are safe too! Invest in a Bar Cart: Freshen up your bar by adding a bar cart to the area where your guests are gathering. The bar cart can be filled with alcoholic drinks for the party goers, or for an outdoor family event try beautiful pitchers of lemonade or iced lavender hibiscus tea. Recently, I took my bar cart and filled it will fun desserts that the guests could try at their leisure.
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Please say you saw it in The Real Estate Book - Volume 25, Issue 8- Page 25
On The Cover
TARA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
TEXT R468260 TO 52187 FOR MORE PHOTOS
FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE IN TARA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB, located in the Preserve section, which also means you do not have to pay golf membership dues when you buy this house! This pristine MAINTENANCE FREE house is on a lovely lot overlooking the water, active with birds and even otters! 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, and a tile roof! This Lee Wetherington home is built for comfort. A large kitchen with all newer stainless steel appliances, eat in kitchen, new chandelier, new pendant lights, a breakfast bar and solid wood cabinetry, & recessed lights. The laundry room is conveniently located off the kitchen with very nice Front load Washer and Dryer that stays! Tile and wood throughout the home, cathedral ceilings and an open floor plan with a view of the Lake from your oversized screened lanai, outside concrete pad which has limitless possibilities! $300,000 | MLS#A4192205
Jessica Ross 941.321.9000 j721ross@aol.com | jessicasoldmyhome.com
8334 Market Street Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
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10 PLANTS FOR DESIGNING A WATER-WISE LANDSCAPE BY KRYSTAL ROGERS-NELSON Wait! Before you spend thousands on landscaping—or on water-guzzling plants—try planting a DIY drought-tolerant garden. With the right plants, your landscape will be cost-effective, low-maintenance, and beautiful. Here is a list of 10 plants that won't break the water bank but will still let you enjoy lush greenery and flowers without having to replant every year. Just be sure to check your hardiness zone and your zone's growing calendar before planting anything not mentioned on this list to ensure it can withstand your climate.
NORTHEAST
SOUTHEAST
1. Goldenrod
3. Baby's Breath
Goldenrod is so easy to grow that some people call it a weed; it springs up practically everywhere once planted. If you don't mind prolific yellow tufts that look cheerful in the late summer afternoons, then you'll love goldenrod. These flowers top out at a couple feet high and bring lots of pollinators like butterflies and honeybees to your garden, so
Baby's breath is ideal for garden filler flowers, bouquets, drying, and water-conscious people. This low-growing plant blooms all throughout summer and comes back each
other plants will naturally grow and flourish.
spring to do it all over again.
4. Purple Coneflower (Echinacea) For a flower with healing powers, it's amazing the purple
2. Juniper Juniper bushes are evergreen, providing a perfect backdrop for other plants during their growing and dormancy cycles. Whether it's in the dead of winter or summer, you'll have these fragrant and green bushes to look at. If you're into attracting nature, you'll especially love juniper; it was named one of the top 10 wildlife-friendly plants.
coneflower doesn't need much TLC itself. This flower loves full sun and soil that's part sand, clay, and silt (loamy). Plant purple coneflowers in the summer, water until they're established, and then enjoy purple, red, pink, and white flowers every summer and fall thereafter. Echinacea is beloved by butterflies too, and grows well in nearly all hardiness zones.
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SOUTHWEST 5. Desert Zinnia Seeing lush, beautiful blooms in the desert is a real treat, which is what makes the desert zinnia so rewarding. Just plant the desert zinnia once, and you can watch it bloom for months each year with little to no effort on your part. It's perfect for hot, dry, and sandy Southwestern states because it can withstand droughts and it comes back each year. Plus, its flowers are bright white, so they integrate easily into your other landscaping plans and color schemes. Start these plants from seeds and enjoy them for years to come.
6. Prickly Pear The prickly pear is a cactus—ideal for desert climates. It also provides your landscaping with added security. These plants grow one foot to seven feet tall, and may be planted around entrances to limit burglar hiding places and deter access. The prickly pear also looks pretty—with vibrant flowers in summer—and produces fruit for your family. No one other plant on this list has all these benefits.
MIDWEST 7. Daylily If you don't have a green thumb, you'll love the daylily. It grows perfectly well in most hardiness zones and doesn't have a soil preference. Add on the fact that daylilies don't have diseases or chronic pests, and it'll be one of your favorite plants on your property. Once planted, enjoy brightly colored blooms without worry.
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8. Lilac The lilac is a low-water tree that never grows more than 15 feet tall, making it perfect to add depth and dimension to your garden. Lilacs rely on the hard frost of the Midwest and Northeast to set its buds and return with velvety soft purple and pink flowers each spring. After the root system develops, you won't need to do much more than pruning and fertilizing once per year.
WEST 9. Sage Sage is a perennial drought-tolerant herb. Though sage dies off in the winter, you can cut it back at the end of the summer, dry the leaves for cooking, and watch fresh new shoots emerge in early spring. The honeybees go crazy over the bright purple flowers that bloom in late spring, helping the plant double and triple in size in just a few growing seasons.
10. Yarrow Yarrow is a lovely, bushy perennial that shows off yellow, red, orange, white, and pink flowers each year. It's perfect for southern areas because it can stand the heat and some cooler temperatures. Yarrow loves full sun and welldrained soil. If given ideal growing conditions, you won't have to water it at all and it'll still grow to about four feet tall. Plus, local deer and rabbits don't generally find yarrow appealing, so it's less likely to get munched on. Planting with purpose saves you money, time, and precious water. Plus, in some cases, the plants you choose can enhance your yard's security or offer medicinal and nutritional value. Get to planting so this season and seasons to come will be more water-conscious and beautiful.
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KEN VIRTUE 941-204-9376
kenvirtue@yahoo.com
HARBOR REALTY
Selling Punta Gorda & Surrounding Areas
JUST REDUCED BY $10,000, SELLERS MOTIVATED. Most DESIRABLE LOCATION in PGI. GROUND FLOOR - LARGE 3BR - 1682 SF -, END UNIT - Completely FURNISHED, WATERFRONT, with the QUICKEST OUT DEEDED POWERBOAT DOCK IN PGI. CERAMIC TILE THROUGHOUT. Enjoy Barbecuing on your dock, and meeting your new friends around the pool. A pet up to 40 lbs. allowed. Warm wishes from undiscovered Charlotte Harbor; Charming and Quaint Punta Gorda, Bountiful Events and Restaurants, boating, sailing, golf, snook, trout & redfishing, opening to the Gulf of Mexico via world famous Tarpon fishing headquarters Boca Grande Pass....C’Mon Down! MLS#C7239247 TEXT R387658 TO 52187 $289,000
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VILLA AMALFI Crystal Sand built in 2016 2BR/2BA/2CG villa. Tiled throughout with added built-ins. Extended pavered caged lanai, cabinets with pull out shelving and crown molding. Coffered ceiling in great room w/crown molding. $297,900
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LAKEWOOD RANCH - GREENBROOK Designer upgrades throughout. 4BR/4BA, 3 car garage, 3427 SF, study, bonus room, 2 way fireplace, pool with swim jets, spa, summer kitchen. Pond view. This gorgeous home is move in ready! Recently Reduced: $699,900
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minutes to the beach & downtown Sarasota! Newer craftsman style home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths! This is a perfectly appointed home in one of the most sought after locations in Sarasota framed by a scalloped picket fence and charming gate that leads to a beautiful sprawling southern style front porch, aglow with a one-of-a-kind gas hanging lantern over its hand distressed pecky cypress oversized entrance door. No attention to detail has been left behind in this open sunlit floor plan. Including rich dark oak floors, a great room with soaring 11.5 ft. ceilings, a gas fireplace, extensive wood trim, crown molding and several architectural ceilings, French doors with transom glass windows above! The large open kitchen offers granite counters, breakfast bar, generous amount of wood cabinets, stainless appliances, a wine fridge and pantry. Whats not to love in the luxurious spa-like, first floor, master suite from the glassed enclosed shower, beautiful deep claw foot soaking tub, marble flooring and closets. An office/den adjacent to the kitchen reveals views of a lovely large covered back porch and a private backyard of lush well maintained landscaping (with room for a pool). The second floor offers two guest bedrooms, another luxurious bath and a MLS#A4191563 | $999,000 sitting room.
100 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Florida
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LAKEWOOD RANCH Spectacular golf course and water views! 4BR/3BA + office (with gorgeous built-ins) + a large bonus room. Awesome outdoor living space w/beautiful, heated pool & spa! $789,000
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LAKEWOOD RANCH Cul-de-sac & lakefront! Luxurious living with 5BR/4BA, his & hers offices, + bonus room. Magnificent outdoor living equipped w/full outdoor kitchen, pavers & huge saltwater heated pool. $685,000
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FLORIDA LAKEWOOD RANCH 34202 5BR/4BA Lakefront, model like home. Not an upgrade was
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LAKEWOOD RANCH Premier Lake Club, Estate lot with 142 feet of waterfront living! Build your custom dream home! Fantastic water views are offered on this corner lot. $439,000
5910 Cortez Rd W. Ste 100 Bradenton, FL 34210
spared! Fabulous outdoor living space w/outdoor kitchen, heated pool/spa & beautiful views! $564,000
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SARASOTA Beautiful lakefront 4BR/3BA in gated, Palmer Glen! TWO master suites, den, formal LR/DR, family room w/fireplace. Gorgeous views! Desirable location. $389,999
Lisa Shepard 941-915-2609
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ShepardSells@gmail.com 6113 EXCHANGE WAY LAKEWOOD RANCH FLORIDA 34202
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3810 75th STREET W. BRADENTON 2BR,/2BA, 1 car carport, with lake view, comm pool & tennis.
Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$120,000
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10210 35th ST EAST BRADENTON
Lakefront 4/3. Pool, spa, den, media room. Gated golf comm. Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$349,900
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4318 TROUT RIVER BRADENTON
4BR/3.5BA in near I-75 and 301. Community pool & tennis. Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$239,000
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2424 W. TAMPA BAY BLVD | K-201
The Marina Clud - Resort Living in the City of Tampa. Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$217,500
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7430 PAUROTIS CT. SARASOTA
Lakefront 4/3. Pool, spa, den, media room. Gated golf comm. Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$797,000
1010 NORMAN CT BRANDON Completely remodeled 3BR/2BA/2CG pool home.
Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$229,900
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1436 15th STREET W BRADENTON
4BR/3BA plus den/office flex space! Remodeled and expanded. No deed restrictions.
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4BR/3.5BA in near I-75 and 301. Community pool & tennis. Barbara Mollanazar 941-720-2517
$260,000
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4616 22ND AVE W BRADENTON
3BR/2.5BA home with 2 car garage and pool overlooking a lake, no deed restrictions.
$229,900
Every time I sell a house, a donation is made to Children’s Miracle Network.
Your Satisfaction is Our Success! May L. Aston
(941) 545-3417
3007 MANATEE AVE. WEST. BRADENTON, FLORIDA
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Gary Hoskins Gary Hoskins Direct: 941.809.7709 garyhoskinsrealty@gmail.com
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SARASOTA-SIESTA KEY. Newer custom built 5BR, 4.5BA 3800sf w/oversized 3-car garage. Quality updates. Walking distance to beach access and short drive to Siesta Key Village. $1,287,500
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SARASOTA - VILLAGES AT PINETREE. Newer 3-4BR ranch with 3-CG & pool. Upgrades: lg master suite & tile roof. Excellent school district. $339,900
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BRADENTON - HERITAGE HARBOUR. 4BR/3BA ranch with 3 car garage overlooking lake. Volume ceilings, updated kitchen. Gated Resort Style Community. $359,900
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PUNTA GORDA- BOCA LAGO / VIVANTE 3BR/2BA 3rd flr corner unit. Many updates & upgrades. Samsung & Bosch appliances. Resort style amenities. $319,500 Residential Real Estate 100 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-7080
Kendal Hoskins Direct: 941.544.9070 Kendal.Hoskins@floridamoves.com
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SARASOTA - SIESTA KEY Bring your own boat! Private boat dock. Updated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1800 sf villa with attached garage. $479,000
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SARASOTA - THE MEADOWS. 1800sf ranch on corner lot. Upgrades: enclosed Fla Rm, pavered circular drive. The Meadows has 3 18-hole golf courses, 16 tennis courts & 15 miles of walk/bike paths.
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BRADENTON - WATERLEFE. Amazing 4BR/3.5BA. Over 3500sf. Gated resortstyle comm w/golf, marina w/slips on Manatee River. Possible rent to own. $429,900
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PARRISH - CREEKSIDE. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath ranch with over 2,600 square feet of living area overlooking private lake! Gated community! $368,900
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OSPREY - RIVENDELL Beautiful 3BR, 2BA home plus office. Located next to the heated community pool & walk to the highly acclaimed Pine View School! $379,900
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SARASOTA - HERITAGE OAKS. Beautiful updated Club overlooking the golf course. Move in condition. Don’t wait - it won’t last long. $224,900
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LAKEWOOD RANCH - MIRAMAR. Beautiful 4/4 townhome with over 2700sf with both a 1st floor & 2nd floor master suite. Overlooks Arnold Palmer Legacy Golf Course. NICE!!! $359,000
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LONGBOAT KEY - SEAPLACE. Gulf front 42-acre complex with beachside pool. Beautiful 2BR/2BA condo with greenbelt view. Excellent condition. $399,900
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