Lido Key : An Eclectic Collection of Homes & Condos for Sale

When American circus magnate John Ringling purchased the Lido Key barrier island back in 1917, he had visions of cosmopolitan oceanfront neighborhoods that emulated the ambiance he had experienced in Europe with his traveling circus show.  Almost 100 years later, Lido Key stands as one of the shining examples of John Ringling’s vision.

The beaches at Lido Key share the same world-famous white sands of the beaches at Siesta Key; these are the closest beaches to Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle and Bird Key.  There is a nice balance of resort properties and homes around the island, and there are prices and real estate options to fit all lifestyle tastes and budgets.  Some condominium units at the Lido Regency, for example, are priced at less than $500,000.  On the higher end of the scale is the Lido Shores neighborhood and its eclectic collection of homes and marble statues; some of the homes here include castle-like estates with five bedrooms under $5 million, but there are also small and affordable oceanfront bungalows from the 1950s.

Lido Key attracts visitors and long-term tourists year-round, which makes it ideal for home shoppers looking for stable rental income from an investment property.  Aside from enjoying the beach, residents can walk to the South Lido County Party in the southern tip of the island and explore its canals by canoe, cross the bridge to St. Armands Circle and visit its shops, boutiques, restaurants, bistros and more.  Most of the residential communities here have amenities such as swimming pools, fitness centers and lounges to entice residents to stay active and social.

There are plenty of suburban comforts and even professional services such as law offices, medical centers, banks and travel agencies at St. Armands, which makes it convenient for residents to never leave the island; however, with Downtown Sarasota just a short drive away on the scenic John Ringling Causeway, Lido Key residents have a host of cultural and entertainment activities to enjoy, not to mention the various golf course and tennis clubs in Southwest Florida.

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