Downtown Sarasota

Welcome to Downtown Sarasota

Downtown Sarasota is the city’s cultural and social heart. Luxury high-rise condominiums and boutique residences sit along the shores of Sarasota Bay, and everything worth doing is a short walk away. Mornings might start with coffee on Main Street or the Saturday Sarasota Farmers Market on Lemon Avenue. Afternoons belong to Selby Gardens, The Bay Park, and the boats coming in at Marina Jack. Evenings bring the Sarasota Opera House, Florida Studio Theatre and some of the best dining on the Gulf Coast, from Palm Avenue’s galleries and bistros to the Rosemary District’s chef-driven restaurants. Lido Key, St. Armands Circle and the Gulf beaches are just across the Ringling Bridge, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is about 20 minutes away. That makes downtown a natural fit for buyers who want a lock-and-leave second home, full-time residents who want city energy, or anyone ready to trade the car for a walkable coastal lifestyle.

Downtown Sarasota real estate covers a wide range. There are bayfront penthouses and full-service towers along Gulfstream Avenue, Palm Avenue and Golden Gate Point, contemporary condos on Main Street, and charming historic homes in Laurel Park and Burns Court. Many buildings offer concierge service, private elevators, deep-water boat slips and sweeping views of the bay and Sarasota’s skyline. Our office is on Links Avenue, right in the neighborhood, so we know these buildings, their amenities and their quiet off-market opportunities firsthand. Browse current downtown Sarasota condos and homes for sale below, or contact the Stultz Wood Group for a private tour.Downtown Sarasota on Sarasota Bay

Downtown Sarasota FAQ

Bayfront condominiums, culture, and walkable city living

What is it like to live in Downtown Sarasota, Florida?

Living in Downtown Sarasota means walkable, bayfront city life on Florida's Gulf Coast. Residents stroll to The Bay Park, Marina Jack, Selby Gardens, the Sarasota Opera House, and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, with Main Street dining, the Rosemary District, and Saturday's Sarasota Farmers Market a few blocks away. Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle are about ten minutes across the John Ringling Causeway.

What types of homes are available in Downtown Sarasota?

Downtown Sarasota real estate is primarily luxury condominiums and townhomes, from boutique buildings on Golden Gate Point, such as SIX88, to full-service high-rises along the bayfront with concierge, fitness, and resort-style pools. Many offer Sarasota Bay and city views, and a growing number of new construction residences have been added in recent years. Single-family homes sit just outside the core in neighborhoods West of the Trail.

What is The Bay Park in Sarasota?

The Bay Park is Downtown Sarasota's waterfront park on Sarasota Bay. Its first 14-acre phase opened in October 2022 as part of a 53-acre, city-owned bayfront plan west of U.S. 41 between Boulevard of the Arts and 10th Street, with walking paths, a mangrove walkway, event lawns, and kayak launches. Later phases are adding a boardwalk, day docks, and a performing arts district.

Is Downtown Sarasota a good place to buy a condo?

Downtown Sarasota is one of the most sought-after condo markets on Florida's Gulf Coast for buyers who want a lock-and-leave lifestyle with arts, dining, and the water at their door. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is roughly 15 minutes away. Because each building has its own association, fees, rental rules, and reserves, it is wise to review them closely with an experienced local agent before you buy.