Beyond Realty

🌊 Do you know your home's flood zone?

Whether you're buying your first home, relocating to Sarasota, or already own property, understanding FEMA flood zones is an important part of protecting your investment.

Many buyers assume that being outside a high-risk flood zone means they don't need flood insurance but that's not always true. Flood zones can affect:
🏡 Mortgage requirements
💰 Flood insurance costs
📍 Building regulations
📈 Long-term property value

The more informed you are, the more confident your real estate decisions will be.

If you're buying or selling in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, Manatee County, or Charlotte County, we're here to help you navigate every step of the process.

📞 Darren Dowling
Beyond Realty
☎️ (941) 204-0493

🌐 Visit us to learn more about buying and selling in Southwest Florida.

🏡 Neighborhood Spotlight: Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Looking for a community that blends beautiful neighborhoods, great amenities, and an active Florida lifestyle? Lakewood Ranch continues to attract homebuyers with its diverse housing options, parks, shopping, dining, and year-round community events.

Whether you're relocating, buying your first home, or searching for your forever home, this master-planned community has something for nearly every lifestyle.

Thinking about making a move? Darren Dowling with Beyond Realty is here to help you explore Lakewood Ranch and surrounding communities in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties.

📞 (941) 204-0493

🏠 Weekly Market Snapshot | June 26–July 2, 2026

The Sarasota and Manatee County real estate markets showed strong sales activity this week, with both counties recording high closed sales and continued pricing adjustments.

✨ Sarasota County
🏡 New Listings: 270
✅ Homes Sold: 393
📝 Pending Sales: 275
🔄 Back on Market: 100
💰 Price Increases: 66
📉 Price Decreases: 345

Insight: Sarasota saw a strong surge in closed sales at 393 homes sold, significantly outpacing new listings. This reflects strong buyer absorption despite a lower pending pipeline.

✨ Manatee County
🏡 New Listings: 219
✅ Homes Sold: 460
📝 Pending Sales: 254
🔄 Back on Market: 74
💰 Price Increases: 75
📉 Price Decreases: 447

Insight: Manatee County recorded exceptionally strong activity with 460 homes sold, indicating heightened buyer demand even as inventory remains relatively tight.

📊 Bottom Line:
Both counties experienced strong closed sales this week, showing continued buyer demand across Sarasota and Manatee despite ongoing pricing adjustments.

📲 Thinking about buying or selling in Sarasota or Manatee?

Beyond Realty
2170 Main Street, Suite 103
Sarasota, FL 34237
📞 (941) 204-0493

🇺🇸 Celebrate Independence Day in Sarasota with the ultimate July 4th guide! From fireworks over Sarasota Bay and Venice Beach, to family-friendly festivals, boat parades, beach days, and waterfront dining, there’s something for everyone to enjoy all day long. 🎆🌴

Plan ahead, arrive early, and enjoy a safe and memorable holiday with family and friends across the Suncoast! ❤️💙

Thinking about calling Sarasota home? Contact Beyond Realty team to start your journey. 🏡

📊 May 2026 Housing Market Update | Sarasota & Manatee

The market continues to favor informed buyers and strategic sellers.

🏡 Buyer demand remains strong with pending sales increasing across both counties.
📉 Inventory continues to shrink, with single-family homes now at just 4.4 months of supply in both Sarasota and Manatee.
💰 Sarasota home prices posted modest gains, while Manatee offers opportunities for buyers with slightly lower median prices.
🏠 Well-priced homes continue to attract strong interest, while buyers are taking a thoughtful, value-driven approach.

Whether you're buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market, having a local REALTOR® on your side can help you make confident decisions.

📩 Reach out to Beyond Realty to learn what these trends mean for your real estate goals.

Beyond Realty
2170 Main Street, Suite 103
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 204-0493