The latest land acquisition by Minto is on Perico Island, which is the isle located across the Grassy Point Bayou from Anna Maria Island. Perico Island is a barrier island that beachgoers must cross as they make their way from Bradenton to the Florida Gulf beaches on Manatee Avenue. Minto has acquired 14.3 acres on this island to complete its grand vision for Harbour Isle: Nearly 700 residences on two islands, a beach club, and a coastal commercial district for residents and visitors to enjoy.
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University Town Center Mall Project Makes Significant Progress
In less than 12 months, Lakewood Ranch and University Park residents will enjoy a new upscale shopping center that will host shops such as the Apple Store, Armani, Brooks Brothers, Gucci, Williams-Sonoma, and more. These are just a sampling of what The Mall at University Town Center has in store for residents of Manatee and Sarasota County.
Tarpon Pointe: A Major Development Planned in Bradenton Florida
The land currently occupied by the Manatee Landings Marina and the Tarpon Pointe Grill and Tiki Bar could be transformed into a major resort and commercial zone in the near future. The Tarpon Pointe area is located at the eastern end of Bradenton’s brand-new Riverwalk. The proposed Tarpon Pointe project will add a 160-room hotel, a new marina with more than 200 boat slips, two restaurants with large seating capacities, retail spaces and a parking garage.
Renowned National Home Builders Arrive in Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch has been a boon for local builders such as John Cannon Homes and Anchor Builders, and they have set the high standards that home buyers have come to expect when they arrive in Lakewood Ranch. Due to the national attention that Lakewood Ranch has been getting in the last few years, local builders are now in direct competition with names such as D.R. Horton, Lennar and Taylor Morrison. Whereas local builders injected their own architectural style and custom details to their Lakewood Ranch homes over the years, the national builders are reaching into their diverse catalog of award-winning floor plans.
Mixed Feelings on Long Bar Pointe Project in Manatee County
A major residential and commercial project near Bradenton has drawn the interest of the community, but is facing various obstacles. The project in question is Long Bar Pointe, an ambitious development that has been on the drawing board since the late 20th century. Should Long Bar Pointe become a reality, Manatee County would have a new boardwalk, luxury residential neighborhoods, resort facilities, fancy hotels, a boat basin, and a commercial district.
In Sarasota & Bradenton, the Craft Beer Scene is Brewing Up
Florida is not commonly known as a microbrew state, although it should. This is, after all, the Sunshine State, and the year-round warm climate is ideal for the enjoyment of craft beers. Thankfully for beer lovers in Southwest Florida, a few enterprising brewers have come to realize the sheer potential of the region.
Reserve at Crossing Creek Bradenton Homes for Sale
National home builder Centex, part of the PulteGroup family of companies, was all set to develop a new residential community in Manatee County just before the downturn of the housing economy. In 2009, Centex was busy developing a new neighborhood located just west of I-75 and north of State Road 70 when conditions deteriorated and … » Learn More about Reserve at Crossing Creek Bradenton Homes for Sale
WCI Real Estate Expansion – Sarasota National in Venice Florida
WCI Communities reported paid $48.5 Million for their acquisition of the Sarasota National Golf Course and residential neighborhood in Venice Florida. WCI specializes in developing neighborhoods that cater to the resort lifestyle, which in Florida means golf courses, racquet clubs, nature preserves, boating access, sumptuous clubhouses and more.
Arbor Lakes, a New Taylor Morrison Community in Palmer Ranch
Taylor Morrison recently announced the acquisition of 213 acres of land in the Palmer Ranch master-planned development in Sarasota County. Arbor Lakes will offer more than 260 single-family homes in a community that shares the style, comfort and value of the Palmer Ranch lifestyle. The home builder plans to break ground soon and have a few models ready later this year. As expected from Taylor Morrison, the Arbor Lakes community will offer energy-efficient homes with spacious floor plans and special features such as gourmet kitchens, luxurious master bedrooms and spa-like bathrooms.
Wendy Lynn of Sarasota – Top 100 LinkedIn Realtors to Connect With
Wendy Lynn of Keller Williams in Sarasota & Manatee was Named in the Top 100 LinkedIn Real Estate Professionals to Connect With by Realty Biz News. Social Media is a very important marketing tool when it comes to the Real Estate business and we are using it effecitvely when it comes to our listings and also to procure buyers.
