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08/07/2026

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08/03/2026

Thinking about buying a new construction home in Parrish, Florida? 🏠🌴

Before you step foot into a builder's sales office, check out this full walkthrough tour of Prosperity Lakes by Lennar in North Manatee County!

In this video, we tour a brand-new floor plan, break down what Lennar's signature "Everything's Included®" package actually covers, and discuss why having your own independent representation is critical when buying a new build.

🌟 Community & Home Highlights:
• Master-planned community with resort-style amenities, lap pool, clubhouse & sports courts
• Options for both active adult (55+) and all-ages neighborhoods
• High-energy efficiency & modern hurricane-rated construction
• Prime location with easy access to I-75, Tampa, Sarasota & Gulf Coast beaches

⚠️ Pro Tip for New Build Buyers: The sales rep in the model home represents the BUILDER, not you! Always bring your own REALTOR® on your very first visit to ensure your contract terms, inspections, and incentives are fully protected at zero cost to you.

🎬 Watch the full video walkthrough here: https://youtu.be/j2ZJfXN-5Dg?si=hlczYqiogZ3P5sDU

Have questions about moving to Parrish or buying a new build in Manatee/Sarasota County? Let’s connect!

📞 Call/Text: (941) 313-2280
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07/27/2026

Behind the Palms & Parasols: The Wild Roots of Early Sarasota 🌴📸

Long before high-rises, fine dining, and manicured boulevards, Sarasota was a rugged frontier of sugar sand, pine flatwoods, and coastal pioneers.

How did a quiet fishing village turn into the Paradise Coast we know today? A few forgotten details tell the story:

The Original “High-Speed” Tech
In 1899, Sarasota got its very first phone line, running down from Bradenton right into the local post office. If a call came in for you, the postmistress had to step outside, walk through town, and physically hunt you down so you could speak! Within a year, lines stretched out to Fruitville and Miakka, connecting isolated homesteads to the rest of the world.

Pitching Paradise to the World
Ever wonder how northern visitors first fell in love with the area? Early promoters weren't just selling sunshine—they were sending hand-colorized, lithographed postcards across the country. These vintage "Instagram posts" showcased record-breaking tarpon catches off New Pass, lush poinsettia fields, and breeze-catching wooden verandas, painting a vivid picture of tropical living long before air conditioning existed.

Built on the Water
Before Ringling Boulevard became a bustling corridor, a massive wooden railroad dock extended straight into the bay. Boxcars would roll right up to the water’s edge, loading up to ten train-car loads of fresh, local catch a day to be shipped across the country.

Next time you’re strolling down Main Street or watching the sunset over the bay, take a quick look around—you’re walking on over a century of incredible history!

📹 Source: Historical Briefings with John McCarthy @ Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

🔗 Watch full video: https://youtu.be/Fdf89yOaG0E?is=5nTEp_NBP3Zu-8zR

07/23/2026

Your home may be doing more for your future than you realize.

Most homeowners think about their property as the place where they live.

But over time, it can also become one of the most significant financial decisions they make.

Recently, I had the opportunity to help longtime homeowners transition into their next chapter after approximately 7 years of ownership.

During that time, their property increased in value by approximately $147,000, an appreciation of nearly 50%.

But the most important part of the story isn’t just the number.

It’s how that value was created.

Successful real estate outcomes rarely happen by accident. They come from making thoughtful decisions, understanding market conditions, preparing strategically, positioning a property effectively, and having the right guidance when it matters most.

The lesson is simple:

Real estate success is not about trying to predict every market movement.

It’s about understanding your options, protecting the value you’ve built, and making informed decisions with confidence.

Whether you are considering a move, staying in your home, or simply curious about the equity you’ve created, understanding where you stand is the first step.

Discreet guidance.
Calm clarity.
Decisive outcomes.

—
Ciro A. Rocco, PA
Preferred SHORE Real Estate

07/21/2026

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07/21/2026

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07/09/2026

✨JUST LISTED | New on the Market

07/03/2026

📢 SIESTA KEY RESIDENTIAL MARKET REPORT
🗓️ Reporting Period: June 1 – June 30, 2026
📊 Data Current As Of: July 3, 2026
💼 Prepared By: Ciro A Rocco PA, Certified Waterfront Specailist & Real Estate Advisor

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🏡 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Siesta Key residential market represents a highly specialized, luxury barrier-island environment. An analysis of the data reveals two distinct property ecosystems: a luxury **Condo, Townhouse, & Villa** market and an ultra-exclusive **Single-Family Residence** market.

Across both property types, transactional dynamics show steady activity in intermediate tiers, while properties crossing the multi-million-dollar luxury thresholds see significant inventory expansion, shifting negotiation leverage over to buyers.

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📈 TIER-BY-TIER MARKET ANALYSIS

By tracking Months of Inventory (MOI) and Absorption Rates for June, we can isolate exactly how velocity behaves across different property styles and price segments.

SECTION A: CONDOMINIUMS, TOWNHOMES, & VILLAS

Focusing on multi-family island properties.

1️⃣ The Intermediate Condo Market ($500,000 or Less)
• Active: 49 | Sold: 7 | Pending: 4 | Expired: 2
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 7.00 Months *(Leaning Buyers' Market)*
• Absorption Rate: 12.50%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $365,229 vs. $397,714
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 108.89%
💡 Takeaway: This segment shows a unique inversion where closed sales are averaging higher than remaining active stock, though overall inventory is elevated at a 7-month supply.

2️⃣ The Mid-Tier Condo Market ($501,000 to $750,000)
• Active: 77 | Sold: 11 | Pending: 5 | Expired: 3
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 7.00 Months (Leaning Buyers' Market)
• Absorption Rate: 12.50%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $627,121 vs. $601,500
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 95.91%
💡 Takeaway: A healthy baseline tier for island condos, with buyers securing a steady ~4% discount off the active list average.

3️⃣ The Upper Condo Market ($751,000 to $1,000,000)
• Active: 27 | Sold: 8 | Pending: 1 | Expired: 0
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 3.38 Months (Seller's Advantage)
• Absorption Rate: 22.86%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $883,996 vs. $888,875
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 100.55%
💡 Takeaway: This is the most competitive multi-family tier on the island! Tight supply and an absorption rate over 22% are forcing buyers to pay top dollar.*

4️⃣ The Luxury Condo Market ($1,001,000 to $2,500,000)
• Active: 49 | Sold: 6 | Pending: 8 | Expired: 6
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 8.17 Months (Buyers' Market)
• Absorption Rate: 10.91%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $1,474,467 vs. $1,554,167
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 105.41%
💡 Takeaway: Inventory swells past an 8-month supply here, giving luxury condo buyers maximum options.

5️⃣ The Ultra-Luxury Condo Market ($2,501,000 to $4,000,000)
• Active: 4 | Sold: 0 | Pending: 0 | Expired: 1 • Months of Inventory (MOI): N/A (No June Sales)
• Absorption Rate: 0.00%
• Note: Inventory remains quiet with only 4 active listings on hand.

6️⃣ The Elite Condo Market ($4,000,000+)
• Active: 8 | Sold: 0 | Pending: 0 | Expired: 0 • Months of Inventory (MOI): N/A (No June Sales) • Note: 8 ultra-luxury multi-family units await buyers at this pinnacle tier.

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SECTION B: SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES

Focusing on detached single-family island estates.

1️⃣ The Mid-Tier Single-Family Market ($501,000 to $750,000)
• Active: 2 | Sold: 0 | Pending: 2 | Expired: 0 • Months of Inventory (MOI): N/A (No June Sales)
💡 Takeaway: This entry-point single-family tier is completely inventory-starved. With only 2 active properties available, both current pending contracts show strong velocity.

2️⃣ The Upper Single-Family Market ($751,000 to $1,000,000)
• Active: 7 | Sold: 2 | Pending: 2 | Expired: 0
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 3.50 Months *(Healthy Balanced Market)*
• Absorption Rate: 22.22%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $927,114 vs. $914,000
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 98.59%
💡 Takeaway: Extremely stable. Properties are holding value beautifully and turning over efficiently within a 3.5-month supply window.

3️⃣ The Luxury Single-Family Market ($1,000,000 to $2,500,000)
• Active: 35 | Sold: 6 | Pending: 4 | Expired: 4
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 5.83 Months *(Balanced leaning Buyer Advantage)*
• Absorption Rate: 14.63%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $1,670,829 vs. $1,422,500
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 85.14%
💡 Takeaway: A major transition point. Supply expands near 6 months, and buyers are successfully negotiating substantial discounts—averaging nearly $248,000 off active baseline expectations.

4️⃣ The Ultra-Luxury Single-Family Market ($2,500,000 to $4,000,000)
• Active: 32 | Sold: 4 | Pending: 4 | Expired: 2
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 8.00 Months *(Buyers' Market)*
• Absorption Rate: 11.11%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $3,161,313 vs. $3,120,938
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 98.72%
💡 Takeaway: Despite stretching to an 8-month buyers' market supply, closed sales are finishing exceptionally close to active averages, indicating high value-retention for premium island addresses.

5️⃣ The Elite Single-Family Market ($4,000,000+)
• Active: 51 | Sold: 0 | Pending: 0 | Expired: 5 • Months of Inventory (MOI): *N/A (No June Sales)* 💡 Takeaway: Significant capitalization is resting at the top of the island market, with 51 marquee estates currently active and looking for buyers.

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🎯 STRATEGIC MARKET TAKEAWAYS

🏝️ The Multi-Family Sweet Spot: For island condos and villas, the sub-million-dollar tier ($751k - $1M) is the absolute sweet spot. With a fast 3.38-month supply, demand remains heavily concentrated here.

📉 The Luxury Negotiation Gap: Once single-family homes cross the $1M line, inventory options broaden significantly for buyers. In the $1M - $2.5M bracket, buyers are commanding the largest leverage on the island, cutting closing prices by an average of nearly 15% off the active market index.

🛑 The Premium Stagnation Risk: High-end pricing mismatch is evident across the island; multiple luxury tiers reported zero closed sales in June alongside notable pools of active and expired inventory. Hyper-accurate positioning is vital to prevent properties from sitting.

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07/03/2026

📢 SARASOTA COUNTY SINGLE-FAMILY MARKET REPORT
🗓️ Reporting Period: June 1 – June 30, 2026
📊 Data Current As Of: July 3, 2026
💼 Prepared By: Ciro A Rocco PA, Certified Waterfront Specailist & Real Estate Advisor

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🏡 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Sarasota County single-family housing market demonstrated a healthy, highly structured transactional environment through June 2026, amassing a total tracked market volume of $4.63 billion across 4,332 listings.

While there is substantial overall active inventory on hand ($3.47 billion), the market's velocity and negotiation dynamics are sharply divided by price point:

👉 The sub-$750k segments are functioning as highly efficient, faster-moving markets with strong seller retention.
👉 Moving past the million-dollar threshold introduces expanding inventory, slower sales velocity, and an environment where buyers hold considerably more power to negotiate price drops.

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📈 COMPLETE TIER-BY-TIER MARKET ANALYSIS

By calculating the Months of Inventory (MOI) and Absorption Rates, we can accurately gauge the health and velocity of each distinct price bracket.

1️⃣ THE ENTRY MARKET ($500,000 or Less)
This segment handles the highest transaction count and represents the foundational layer of market demand.
• Active: 1,250 | Sold: 410 | Pending: 323 | Expired: 44
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 3.05 Months (Balanced, leaning slightly to seller advantage)
• Absorption Rate: 24.70%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $369,245 vs. $350,086
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 94.81%
💡 *Takeaway: A highly dependable segment. Demand keeps inventory moving smoothly, though buyers successfully secure about a 5.2% discount off the tier's average baseline.*

2️⃣ THE MID-MARKET ($501,000 to $750,000)
This is the most competitive, high-velocity segment in Sarasota County.
• Active: 591 | Sold: 208 | Pending: 144 | Expired: 19
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 2.84 Months (Seller's market territory)
• Absorption Rate: 26.03%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $616,512 vs. $601,539
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 97.57%
💡 *Takeaway: Demand here remains aggressive. Sellers maintain peak leverage in this range, resulting in the highest list-to-sold retention rate across the county and very minimal room for buyer concessions.*

3️⃣ THE LOWER LUXURY MARKET ($751,000 to $1,000,000)
This tier represents the clear transition point where market urgency cools into a perfect equilibrium.
• Active: 288 | Sold: 60 | Pending: 64 | Expired: 10
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 4.80 Months (Perfect market equilibrium)
• Absorption Rate: 17.24%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $872,454 vs. $849,261
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 97.34%
💡 *Takeaway: While properties take a bit longer to find buyers, closed sales are still completing remarkably close to original asking parameters, demonstrating solid value stability.*

4️⃣ THE CORE LUXURY MARKET ($1,001,000 to $2,500,000)
This tier shows significant volume, but highlights where luxury supply begins to outpace monthly demand.
• Active: 379 | Sold: 96 | Pending: 59 | Expired: 21
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 3.95 Months (Healthy, balanced market)
• Absorption Rate: 20.21%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $1,599,366 vs. $1,534,757
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 95.96%
💡 *Takeaway: This segment is surprisingly resilient. Despite an average price tag of $1.5M+, it absorbed over 20% of its available pool in June, with sellers retaining nearly 96% of their benchmark pricing.*

5️⃣ THE ULTRA-LUXURY MARKET ($2,500,000 to $4,000,000)
The highest-stakes segment features a deliberate, highly cautious transaction pace.
• Active: 131 | Sold: 22 | Pending: 17 | Expired: 6
• Months of Inventory (MOI): 5.95 Months (Leaning buyers' market)
• Absorption Rate: 14.38%
• Pricing Dynamics (Active vs. Sold): $3,239,130 vs. $2,959,943
• Proxy List-to-Sold Price Ratio: 91.38%
💡 *Takeaway: Buyers hold the clear advantage here. With inventory pressing against a 6-month supply, sellers are facing pushback, prompting substantial price corrections—averaging a $279,187 discount from active benchmarks to close deals.*

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🎯 STRATEGIC MARKET TAKEAWAYS

💥 The Core Velocity Sweet Spot: The combined brackets between $500k and $2.5M represent an incredibly stable environment. Both tiers boast an absorption rate hovering right around 20% to 26%, proving that intermediate and core luxury buyer demand in Sarasota remains highly dependable.

⚠️ The Overpricing Reality Check: Across the entire county, Expired listings carried a steep average price tag of $1,299,591. Sellers trying to cross into the luxury space without hyper-accurate pricing are finding their listings languishing and falling off the market entirely.

🔮 Pipeline Predictability: Across all single-family tiers, there are 614 pending transactions totaling over $431 million under contract. This establishes a highly reassuring, consistent floor for closed transaction volume moving deeper into the summer months.

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