About Sarasota's West Of The Trail

Nationally, spec homes are making a comeback as the real estate market sparks back to life. Sarasota real estate is no exception, and one of the most popular areas West of the Trail is bustling with builder activity. If you live in Sarasota, FL, I'm sure you've noticed the new construction going up in this area within walking distance to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Southside Village.

West of the Trail Sarasota real estate has been a "hot" for decades because of its outstanding location. Within minutes to Sarasota's bayfront, Selby Gardens, and downtown Sarasota's shopping and cultural life, homes West of the Trail have always been in demand. With the plunge in prices, builders scooped up some of the older homes, tore them down and replaced old with new.

You can walk to Southside Village to shop, dine or get your hair done. There is also Morton's Gourmet Market for fresh produce, pastries and hard to find culinary items. Southside Village hosts the Morton's Firehouse Chili Cookoff annually where county fire stations compete for the title of Sarasota's Best Firehouse Chili. A funfilled event every year in the Village is the Sarasota Humane Society's Smooches for Pooches Stroll benefiting all Sarasota animals. You'll see horses, doggies and even llamas. During the holiday season, residents and visitors enjoy the Holiday Stroll. Book an outside table at one of the Southside Village Restaurants and enjoy!

A true walking family neighborhood, West of the Trail is one a Sarasota's premier communities, and it just gets better and better!

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When you’re selecting a home in Sarasota, one area that mustn’t be overlooked are neighborhoods “west of the Trail.” Any local can tell you that homes for sale West of the Trail carry a certain distinction. These homes are coveted by many for their waterfront properties, boating access, historic and/or restored homes, charm and character, low commute times, proximity to the hospital and great schools, high value on community, pedestrian and cycling traffic, cozy parks and thoughtful planning. West of the Trail addresses offer in-town living mingled with Sarasota’s best shops, markets, cafés, restaurants, schools and health care. Featuring Sarasota School of Architecture condominiums, villas, luxury homes, historic buildings and waterfront estates, West of the Trail neighborhoods showcase a variety of beautiful and exclusive styles. For a neighborhood with personality, taste and sure-fire staying power, the choices West of the Trail are unmatched.

Moving just south of downtown you’re sure to find what you need in lovely Cherokee Park or Harbor Acres. Residents here can enjoy quick, easy access to St Armand’s Circle, with boutique shopping and casual or fine dining opportunities. The premier golf courses at Palmer Ranch are also a short drive away, as well as the pristine, 99% quartz sand beaches of Siesta Key and Crescent Beach. Possibly one of the most convenient locations, these neighborhoods are just minutes from the world-class care of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, not to mention Southside Elementary School, one of the area’s best elementary schools, which lies across the street from Cherokee Park and a short drive from Harbor Acres.

Thinking about living on the water? San Remo Estates is on the mainland just before Siesta Key’s north bridge. Featuring large lots, this beautiful neighborhood is minutes from one of the best beaches in the country, Siesta Key. Likewise, downtown is only a short drive down Osprey Ave, past famous Morton’s Market in Southside Village, both options being renowned for their dining and shopping venues.

Indian Beach is covered with mature lush tropical landscaping, whether it’s a multi-million dollar home or a cottage. Perfect for walking, these streets are canopied by large, aged oaks, providing relieving shade on a hot day. This neighborhood is also located in the highly coveted Museum District located in North Sarasota. Not only abounding in diverse home styles, this neighborhood spells convenience. Located just minutes from the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art there is also a plethora of restaurants, shops, cafés, local-favorite bars and the Ringling School of Art and Design.

For secure living at it’s finest, The Landings is a brilliantly planned gated and deed restricted community with long, winding streets through regulated, manicured landscaping. Located conveniently in central Sarasota there’s a shopping center at the entrance, numerous restaurants, and the Westfield Sarasota Square Mall for plenty of shops just minutes away. Likewise, downtown is still only about a ten minute drive up the Trail for even more inspiring dining and shopping opportunities.

The area in and around the Landings and the Oyster Bay area have an interesting history. Robert Jeffcott was the first individual owner of the land area of Oyster Bay Estates, having purchased the land for $1.00 per acre in 1881. The land changed hands a couple of times (Potter Palmer Jr. bought the land in 1921 and sold it in 1923 to Fred & Ede Wooley), but it eventually became the Bispham Dairy Farm and occupied the property adjacent to the south where The Landings Shopping Center is now located. The Bisphams owned 60-70 Guernsey and Jersey dairy cattle at the time. The leased the land from the Wooley’s for grazing and pastureland and paid one quart of milk per day, delivered to Mr. Wooley’s home, in exchange.

Finally purchased by Robert W. Newman in 1951 and since retaining the layout given by him, this neighborhood (now devoid of any Guernsey or Jersey cattle) still retains a lovely tranquil, laid back atmosphere, with mature oaks hanging over the streets, winding past beautifully manicured gardens and lawns. Many of the homes are also situated directly on Sarasota Bay or canals that offer breathtaking vistas and boat dock-age. The kicker to this neighborhood is the Field Club, one of the city’s most revered private clubs, situated inside Oyster Bay and offering boating, tennis & swimming, as well as renowned dining and social activities.

Contact Jaime Carrion at 941-928-8892 if you would like to buy a home West of the Trail in Sarasota, Florida or with any questions you may have.

Sarasota Real Estate Sarasota Homes for Sale

There are many Homes for Sale in the Southside School District of Sarasota. Homes that are for sale in the Southside elementary district would include the neighborhoods of Cherokee Park, Oyster Bay, the Landings, Harbor Acres, "West of the Trail", Siesta Key, Bird Key, and Downtown Sarasota out to Lido Key and Longboat Key.

Searching for homes for sale in the Southside School District of Sarasota can be easily done with this specialty designed search page.

Click onto this link SaraSellsSarasota Property Search by School and you will be taken to a page with a list of the types of schools.

Click onto elementary and then scroll down the list to Southside Elementary. After you click onto Southside Elementary then you can, (if you want to), refine your search by choosing your search criteria such as:

• Property Type
• Price
• Number of Bedrooms
• Number of Bathrooms
• Square Footage
• Year Built

If you are not sure of your criteria then you don't have to put anything and you can just hit the search button. Currently there are just over 500 homes for sale in the Southside School District of Sarasota.

Click this screen shot below to be taken to the search page for Homes for sale in the Southside School District.

Southside Elementary School is located at the corner of Webber Street and South Tamiami Trial in Sarasota, very near the Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Professional offices. This area is commonly referred to as "West of the Trail" in Sarasota. Southside elementary is a K-5 school, uniforms are required and there is a before school program that begins at 7:15 and there is also and after school program called Adventure Club.

How to contact the Southside Elementary School:

Southside Elementary School
1901 Webber Street
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 361-6866
Web Site Link: Southside Elementary School

If I can help you find a home either in the Southside School District or in any other school area of Sarasota please don't hesitate to either call me, Sara at (941) 586-4790 or you can email me directly at SaraLeicht@MichaelSaunders.com

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West of the Trail Video Tour

West of the Trail is one of the most popular areas of Sarasota, Florida.   The homes and neighborhoods West of the Trail are all unique giving you a New England flair with all of the conveniences of living near the water in Sarasota. If you are interested in learning more about this great and popular area in Sarasota then click, listen, and enjoy this 2 minute video tour. 

To view all of the current homes that are for sale West of the Trail click onto:

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If a picture is worth a thousand words then this West of the Trail Video Tour is priceless!

If I can be of any assistance please feel comfortable in calling  Sara Leicht at (941) 586-4790 or you can email me directly at SaraLeicht@MichaelSaunders.com

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Southside Village in Sarasota was bustling with activity last night from 6:00 pm til 9:00 pm as the Holiday lights were turned on at 7:00 pm to kick off the season. To everyone's delight, Santa arrived in a golf cart. There was music and dancing on the street. Local artists displayed their work as well as face painters, raffles and prices.

Restaurants were busy as shoppers stopped from something warm to sip. The holiday spirit was definitely in the air. We heard that Gecko's parking lot was turned into a winter wonderland with SNOW although we didn't get over that part of Hillview Street. We dined at Knick's Tavern on Osprey.

Homes in this West of the Trail Sarasotaarea were twinkling too. Congrats to all the local businesses and artists for a very successful Holiday Walk.

Each year, Sarasota offers its residents and visitors an array of 2010 Sarasota Holiday Events. If you have an Sarasota event to add for December, please let us know.

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