About Sarasota's Kanaya

Kanaya Condos for Sale

The elemental balance that discerning home buyers look for establishes the Kanaya Condominium as a leading choice among condos for sale in the Sarasota real estate market. The developers of this residential property employed the Oriental philosophy of feng shui as a foundation for the construction of its units using modern Western methods and materials.

The condos for sale Kanaya are striking for their airy atmosphere. The free flow of positive energies in the condos is fostered by the units’ high ceilings. Electromagnetic fields within the residences are reduced by a state-of-the-art air-conditioning system likewise designed to resist mildew formation. Non-formaldehyde materials were used in the building’s insulation which, along with humidistats and positive ventilation, creates a healthy environment for its residents.

This is a compact community consisting of 35 residences in a high-rise completed in 2006. The typical Kanaya condos for sale measure about 3,000 square feet with three bedrooms. The quoted price for such a unit can start at the mid-$900s.

Ownership of a home in the condominium carries with it several outstanding amenities heralded by an impressive entrance lobby with a saltwater aquarium and Japanese garden. The condo’s community facilities include two gyms one of which is specifically devoted to pilates and yoga lessons. Regular cardiovascular exercise, on the other hand, is the main feature of the other workout facility. In addition to these, the condo residents have access to an infrared sauna. Likewise provided as community facilities are a social room with kitchen, a solar-heated pool with deck, and a barbecue grill.

The residents of the Kanaya condos also enjoy the convenience of being located near many establishments offering dining, shopping, and entertainment. The condominium’s location at 505 South Orange Avenue is in between Fruitville Road and Mound Street where there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and recreational places. Those that are practically walking distance from the community are the Whole Foods Market, Anna’s Restaurant, and the Golden Apple Dinner Theater.

Another nearby favorite is the scenic bayfront Island Park, situated on a peninsula next to the Sarasota Bay waters. A loop called Marina Jacks Trail runs around this park for walking, biking, and rollerblading. It has picnic areas and a kids’ playground, plus a pair of wonderful waterfront restaurant’s O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill and Marina Jacks.

The St. Armands Circle is another local attraction just minutes away from the Kanaya condos. This place offers over 130 trendy shops and boutiques as well as chic dining venues that can be reached after only a short drive across the John Ringling Causeway. Toward the same route, the beaches of Lido Key and Longboat are also within easy reach, perfectly balancing the lifestyle choices for those who opt for Kanaya condo units.

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Kanaya of Sarasota features healthy living at its best. This condo development was designed and built to offer residents a healthy living environment. The complex provides advanced water and air filtration systems and building materials that are virtually free of VOC’s.

The air system in Kanaya is an anti-allergenic, passive air filtration system with ultraviolet lighting of coils and water collection areas. This helps prevent viruses, bacteria, fungi, and allergens from contaminating the air.

There are 35 residences in the Kanaya condos development ranging in price from $550,000 to just over $2 million. Quarterly maintenance fees are $6300 per quarter until the remaining units have been sold then it will drop to $3200.

Amenities include:

• Chlorine Free Pool (Bromine Based)
• Infrared Sauna
• 9 foot 4 and 10 Foot Ceilings
• 59 Foot Lap Pool
• Covered Rooftop Terrace
• Two Gym Areas
• Social Room and Kitchen
• Reduced electromagnetic fields in bedroom areas
• Hardwood, cork, tile, and rubber flooring in common areas
• Library with health wise literature

Kanaya is located just blocks from Whole Foods Market and Morton’s Gourmet Market on Hyde Park. The development is next to the Burns Court and Laurel Park area.

Christina Miller is a Sarasota Florida real estate broker specializing in Sarasota condos for Sale. Her business website also features more information on all the Sarasota Florida real estate for sale including information on Sarasota Florida homes in highly rated golf communities, as well as Siesta Key condos located along Florida's #1 rated beach. Also found on her website are many articles of interest about Sarasota and the surrounding area to help visitors discover what makes Sarasota such a great city to live in, and of course, more information on the Kanaya Condos for Sale.

Kanaya, Sarasota, Florida

Kanaya is one of the newer condominiums to have been built in downtown Sarasota, having completed construction in 2007. A welcome addition to the downtown Sarasota real estate market, Kanaya is located on Orange Avenue, just south of Main Street and steps away from Burns Court Cinema, the Farmer's Market, galleries, restaurants or ride your bike to world famous St Armands Circle and Lido Key Beach!

The building is 15 stories tall and has a total of 36 units. Kayana's amenities include a heated lap pool, two fitness centers, a catering kitchen and BBQ area. The views are spectacular and the building boasts many GREEN building features.

This is another wonderful addition to the downtown Sarasota, Florida skyline. Built in 2006, Kanaya condos are located at 505 S. Orange Avenue in downtown Sarasota and just a short walk from Main street. There are 35 large units in this building with many of them offering breathtaking views of the Sarasota bay. The location is also great since residents can walk to Main street quickly as well as restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

Kanaya Amenities

* Views of downtown Sarasota, the bay, and Gulf of Mexico

* Fitness room

* Garage

* Rooftop terrace and pavilion for entertaining

* 60 foot swimming pool

* Private elevator entrances

* 9 foot 4 inch ceilings

Kanaya Activity in 2008

As of November 17, 2008 there MLS shows two sales this year. Currently, there are 15 units for sale in the building. That is a fairly large percentage of condos in the building since there are only 35 units.

One unit sold for $1,100,000 and the other sold for $1,150,000.

If you would like to purchase a downtown Sarasota condo please call me at 941-812-6272.