Scotty Ledford, P.A.'s Blog

Posted on 04/12/2024

Another Property Sold - 3900 Roxane Boulevard 7B, Sarasota, FL 34235

WHAT A PERFECT LITTLE GETAWAY! Timeless preservation is very evident in this mid century modern BEAUTIFUL 2nd floor condo located in the 55+ age restricted Strathmore-Village Green community located between UTC and Downtown Sarasota. This mid-century beauty is also close to LIDO/St. Armand' AND across 17th Street to the just renovated BOBBY JONES GOLF COURSE with the Grande Opening this month! RETRO is never out of style as you will love these wonderful Terrazzo floors throughout PLUS the mint condition original kitchen and bathroom. Your winter haven has 868 square feet, large living room/dining room and a very nice 4 season balcony with...

Real Estate

Sarasota

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Posted on 04/11/2024

Lock-in mortgage rate: Benefits & disadvantages

With mortgage rates constantly fluctuating, many lenders...

Homebuying

Locking Mortgage Rates

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Posted on 04/04/2024

Understanding the basics of coastal outdoor decor

If you want to bring the beach home, regardless of where...

Posted on 04/02/2024

Another Property Sold - 635 S Orange Avenue 202, Sarasota, FL 34236

Welcome to Downtown Sarasota's Orange Club, an exclusive boutique condominium boasting contemporary elegance in the heart of the highly sought-after Burns Square Historic district. With only 15 residences, this premium corner unit, constructed in 2017, presents a sophisticated lifestyle with its modern design and upscale features. Spanning four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, this residence embraces the "Beach House" floor plan, characterized by its chic and open-concept spaces. The kitchen, a masterpiece of modern style, showcases European-style cabinetry, a large center island, quartz countertops, and top-of-the-line Jenn Air...

Posted on 04/01/2024

505 S Orange Avenue 903, Sarasota, FL 34236 now has a new price of $1,995,000!

Welcome to KANAYA at the intersection of Luxury, Lifestyle and Location. LOOKING TO PURCHASE A BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN CONDOMINIUM WITH GREAT FINANCIALS, WELL FUNDED, PASSED THE MILESTONE REPORT IN 2023, This West and South facing 9th floor unit enjoys vistas of the East, South and West to include Bay views with plenty of sunshine and no shadows of other buildings! Schedule a visit to see this superior end unit - 3003 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, plus office/den and sporting panoramic views of Downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay. Your semiprivate elevator will deliver you to your private vestibule/foyer that sets the stage for a truly...

Posted on 03/29/2024

3726 Glen Oaks Manor Drive 67, Sarasota, FL 34232 now has a new price of $635,000!

URBAN CONTEMPORARY...RARELY AVAILABLE END UNIT COURTYARD POOL HOME with PARK & LAKE VIEW located in GLEN OAKS MANOR ... You will love this community as it is built inside its own park with lakes, gazebos, walking trails, park benches, fishing and biking. We are a super dog-friendly niche community with a well-maintained emphasis on canopy Live Oak trees & appealing landscaping. ARRIVE HOME to this stunning Florida Chalet as the OPEN FLOOR PLAN and engineered (reclaimed) hardwood flooring sets the stage for a truly Zen experience. Your recently renovated home pulls the common areas together to enjoy the Lounge area, oversized kitchen...

Posted on 03/29/2024

Another Property Sold - 4570 Cancello Grande Avenue 501, Venice, FL 34293

MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT to $349,000: What a wonderful Mediterranean paired (end unit) Villa located on a lakefront lot in the exceptionally impressive gated community of Venetia and only one building away from the inviting community pool. There are plenty of windows to let the sunshine in and take in the scenic vistas of the lake and nature preserve. Your new villa has a (split plan) 2 bedrooms, 2 bath floor plan that includes a separate den/study/tv room, living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, a screened lanai, indoor laundry room, two car garage with a paver drive. Updates include Modern and stylish ceramic tile plank flooring...

Posted on 03/28/2024

Open house: How to get the most out of a home showing

You may come across a home for sale that piques your...

Posted on 03/26/2024

4753 Ringwood Meadow, Sarasota, FL 34235 now has a new price of $447,500!

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. THE MEADOWS ... Want a POOL HOME on the recently updated MEADOWS COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE? Here it is...3 bedrooms (split plan), 2 full baths, large living room and dining room, 9x7 bonus room, LARGE indoor laundry room, covered lanai, screened pool deck, 2 car garage. The outside of this home was just repainted, it has a NEW HVAC, Brand NEW carpet in the bedrooms and a NEWER pool and cage (both) were built in 2008. The side entry courtyard sets the stage for this wonderful home with an expansive golf course view. This view can be seen from the super sized living room and master bedroom not to...

Posted on 03/22/2024

2605a Desoto A&b, Sarasota, FL 34234 is now new to the market!

FORMERLY A ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE...Country Estate...Check out this RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built on 2.18 Acres Convenient to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the beautiful gated brick entrance you are greeted by a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000 square foot addition connected with a vestibule and creating a rear courtyard around the pool patio. This...

Posted on 03/21/2024

Video Tour - 2605 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234

MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY ESTATE IN THE HEART OF TOWN...You will fall in love with this RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built on 2.18 Acres and only 3 miles to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the beautiful gated brick entrance you are greeted by a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000 square foot addition connected with a vestibule and creating a rear courtyard around the...

Posted on 03/21/2024

2605 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234 is now new to the market!

MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY ESTATE IN THE HEART OF TOWN...You will fall in love with this RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built on 2.18 Acres and only 3 miles to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the beautiful gated brick entrance you are greeted by a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000 square foot addition connected with a vestibule and creating a rear courtyard around the...