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Michael Saunders & Company Honoring our top Sales Associates
Thanks to all of you, I’ve recently earned the following distinctions for 2019 – 2020:Top 2 Single Agent – Main Street Office and Top 6 Single Agent – Company-wide. I’m so very grateful for your business!
Dearest Friends and Clients,
What a year! As I walk the Ringling Bridge this gorgeous morning, I can’t help but look back on 2020 and focus on positive thoughts. We all know the challenges that the world and our lives have faced which will continue into 2021 and beyond. With that in mind, I am sharing my top personal positive notes for the year (not in order of importance):
Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday and 2021.
Lenore
539 NORSOTA WAY | SARASOTA, FL 34236
4BR/4.5 BA MAIN HOUSE | 1 BR/1BA APARTMENT | 1 BR/1BA CABANA | 8,964 SF | $8,200,000
“A sprawling modern structure with a Bahamian flair overlooking Sarasota Bay.” – Sarasota Magazine. Rarely available on Siesta Key’s Bay Island, is a full bayfront home on an expansive lot just shy of one acre with spectacular bay and city views. This exquisite piece of real estate is the perfect opportunity to create one’s own masterpiece or restore to its former glory. The bayfront estate grounds are second to none, not only in size for Bay Island, but in iconic Sarasota Bay views with 150 feet of unobstructed waterfront. Rumored to be poised on the former site of the famed and historic Bay Island Hotel, the property boasts a main house, guest house, cabana and orchid house. There are multiple areas for large gatherings both inside and out with its impressive great room, stately dining room, full glass solarium, statement swimming pool and various landings. A brick walkway leads to pristine grassy areas with seating for intimate conversation but large enough for jubilant galas. The uncompromising view of Sarasota Bay and the Downtown Sarasota skyline including the iconic John Ringling Causeway can be enjoyed from any vantage point.
PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING
1350 MAIN STREET, 1603 | SARASOTA, FL 34236
2BR/2.5BA | 2,232 SF | $1,195,000
From its penthouse vantage point on the 16th floor of exclusive 1350 Main, this sophisticated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath residence in the heart of Downtown Sarasota showcases beautiful city views and custom designer finishes. High ceilings and a thoughtful open floor plan adorned with the finest in contemporary fixtures and finishes including custom Campbell cabinetry, California Closets throughout and marble floors compliment a soothing neutral color palette that creates an ambiance of a relaxed yet elevated lifestyle. Windows and sliding glass doors frame views of an evolving and lively city while making the entire home bright and rejuvenating. The coveted address of 1350 Main boast amenities including: 2 prime and secure deeded parking spaces, climate-controlled large storage bay, 24-hour concierge, on-site management, maintenance, heated pool, spa, steam room, fitness gym, owner’s club with bar and billiards, library, conference room, catering kitchen, grilling station, outdoor dining and more.
PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING.
1301 MAIN STREET, 502 | SARASOTA, FL 34236
3BR/3.5BA | 2,144 SF | $2,250,000
Exquisite form and function meet the finest of finishes and fixtures in this splendid 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath residence at The Jewel, a 19 unit condominium completed in 2017 for the most discerning of buyers. This fifth floor home is only one of two on the floor, affording the utmost in privacy. The interiors are modern and sleek, with stunning bay views from every vantage point. Elevated finishes abound in the residence and the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom layout is arranged to perfectly accommodate guests. The Jewel offers resort-style 4th floor amenities including a fitness center with sauna and massage services, yoga room, expansive indoor lounge with bar, as well as an outdoor entertaining space, barbeque grilling station, bar, heated lap pool…and last but not least a pickleball court and croquet/putting green. Residents also enjoy on-site management and private owner’s storage which is available on each floor.
PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING.
111 S. PINEAPPLE AVENUE, PH6, 1212 | SARASOTA, FL 34236
3BR+DEN/3.5BA | 2,612 SF | $1,899,000
Rarely available in Sarasota’s newest condominium building. Perched on the 12th floor, the three-bedroom plus den residence features over $100,000 in custom upgrades and a floorplan designed for easy living and effortless entertaining. Upon entering through 11′ solid core doors, blue skies, natural light and first-class Sarasota views become the backdrop to the main living space via floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy morning coffee while soaking in views from two terraces, one with summer kitchen with gas grill.
PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING.
As always, I hope this message finds you all healthy and well. I wanted to take a moment to share with you the most recent company update from Michael and Drayton Saunders. You will find the video below.
Open for Business: Beginning Monday, May 18th, all Michael Saunders & Company locations will once again be open to the public. That said, protocols & guidelines will be closely adhered to in an effort to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.
Choices: I’m grateful to work for a company that during these unprecedented times, is nimble enough to offer our clients a number of ways to effectively and safely meet your real estate goals. If you would like to schedule an in person showing or meeting, we can meet your needs. If you’d prefer to arrange a virtual walk through tour, we can accommodate that too. And lastly, several of my listings now feature 3-D Matterport tours that are accessible online under my Properties. We are here to assist and guide you in whatever capacity you are most comfortable with.
Company Wide Virtual Open House Event: With social distancing in mind, Michael Saunders & Company has moved fully digital to better serve our customers. On May 17th, my colleagues and I will be utilizing live streaming technology to bring buyers into homes for sale in our second-ever virtual open house event.
Details:
When: Sunday, May 17th 2:00pm-3:00pm
Where: Live on social media
Updates from Michael & Drayton
All – As we close out the first week in May, I hope this communication finds you all safe and healthy. Given the current global circumstances, I can confidently say the real estate market, specific to Sarasota, remains steady with a slight upward trend. MLS is reporting for Sarasota/Manatee counties, 354 Active Listings, 411 Pending Listings and 406 Sold Listings. That’s up 95 Actives, 29 Pendings and 153 Solds from one week prior.
Regarding my own book of business, I have seen an uptick in showing requests as well as buyers interested in purchasing properties in many areas of Sarasota. In person as well as virtual showings are two options available if you are interested in seeing a particular residence. That said, several of my listings now have an added layer of functionality in the form of a Matterport 3-D virtual tour. This particular technology allows the user to essentially be “in” the residence without actually being on site. A big thanks to the www.hoverbureau.com for producing the tours for us. You can access the Matterports by going to my website, choose a specific property and then click the virtual tour icon.
Lastly, please take a moment to listen to the following weekly address from Michael and Drayton.
Michael & Drayton Saunders
I am always here to continue the conversation regarding your own personal real estate needs. Please feel free to reach out to me regarding real estate or to let me know how you are doing!
Clients and Friends,
I hope that this post finds each of you healthy and safe. For my colleagues and I, this time in which the market is understandably slower, affords us the opportunity to help guide and advise clients on a variety of potential next steps, and “what ifs” with regards to purchasing or selling a residence. For some, that will be a new home either by way of desire or necessity, and for others that may be determining whether to sell or remain. That said, real estate transactions are still happening throughout our area and the Sarasota/Manatee market is open for business.
Secondly, as you know, we live in a highly technical/digital world, and in these current times I have to say I’m so grateful! With the use of 3D walk-through video tours, virtual showings and Matterport/IGuide functionality, we have the ability to showcase any listing or home of interest while keeping everyone’s health and safety top of mind. Stay tuned for this enhancement on many of my listings.
Lastly, take a moment to listen to the latest market information and guidance from our Founder and CEO, Michael Saunders, and President, Drayton Saunders.
As always, please feel free to reach out to me directly to discuss any thoughts or concerns.
– Lenore
Michael & Drayton Saunders
Hope this newsletter finds everyone healthy and safe.
This month is a two-fold “Special Edition”…my On a Personal Note shares something uplifting and positive in a difficult and stressful time – some of my favorite photos from recent morning walks are below.
View my most recent images below, see my morning walks, afternoon and evening inspiration from sunrise to sunset.
Hope these put a smile on your face as we reach out to each other to gain strength from the important people in our lives.
The 2nd part of this Newsletter shares a video link to Michael and Drayton Saunders 3/30/20 message: A Look at the Local Real Estate Market. I am proud to be part of the Michael Saunders & Company team, with incredible leadership and guidance from our Founder and CEO, Michael Saunders, and President, Drayton Saunders.
Michael & Drayton Saunders
Please reach out to me to discuss any of your real estate questions, or just to say hello…I would love to hear from you!
Wishing everyone good health now and in the coming years!
Sincerely,
Lenore
On a monthly basis, you will find below my thoughts, suggestions & strategies…
A “personal note” if you will, covering various topics that fall under the real estate umbrella. Some of the subject matter will pertain specially to the Sarasota market, while other times I may provide my thoughts around a more broader real estate theme. Lastly, if I had had the pleasure of meeting you, you know that I also hold dear the notion of a strong “work/life balance”. I hope to use this platform to share some tried and true methods that have served me well throughout my career and personal life. Enjoy!
I’ve been proud to call Sarasota my home for 35 years. I raised my two children, started my residential real estate career and have made lifelong friends, many of whom I had pleasure to initially meet as clients all while ‘under the palms’ of our beautiful city.
Check out my “Why Sarasota” section to explore all that Sarasota has to offer… arts and culture, golf and sailing, beaches and barrier islands, as well as the many and varied neighborhoods that make up our fantastic and GROWING city on the Gulf.
Above we discussed, Sarasota and why? Similarly, let’s discuss the Sarasota Market. First, Sarasota… Highlighting real estate property, homes and condos for sale.
Second, Downtown & Mainland Sarasota, Siesta Key, West of Trail (Tamiami Trail) and Longboat Key. Third, Lakewood Ranch. Most importantly, why choose somewhere else, choose Sarasota, Florida. In conclusion, preview my exclusive listings and Sarasota Properties.
For more detail on my listings, simply navigate to my Michael Saunders Realtor profile.
Michael Saunders & Company has by far one of the best, most robust and nimble marketing & communications departments of all brokerage firms here in Florida. Our dedicated team consistently and masterfully creates custom & strategic marketing plans as well as various print material that sets your property apart from all others.
The department leaders has developed personal and deep relationships with all local publications, Sarasota Herald Tribune, SRQ Magazine, etc as well as the ability to tap into national publications, i.e. Wall Street Journal and beyond. Lastly, we regularly harness the power of social media to further showcase not only your property but to promote what has become the iconic brand of Michael Saunders & Company.
School is back in session, we are starting with Marketing 101: ROI Return on Investment i.e. staging. Please find my thoughts on ROI: Value of Property Staging.
