Bird Key Real Estate Listings – December 2011

Bird Key, FL

Located within a 5 minutes drive from downtown Sarasota, St Armands Circle and Lido Key beaches, Bird Key has one of our area’s most desirable locations. There are just over 500 home sites in the neighborhood with 291 on the bay or canal.

Bird Key real estate has long been synonymous with privacy and luxury. Owners love the location close to  an array of arts and culture venues, restaurants, shopping, dining, beaches and boating.

There are currently 29 homes for sale in Bird Key, starting at $545,000 and going all the way up to $8.8 million.

Bird Key FL Real Estate Data – December 2011

• Active Listings: 29
• Lowest priced Home: $545,000
• Highest Priced Home: $8,800,000
• Median Listings Price: $1,475,000
• Average Listing Price: $2,199,469

2011 Bird key Home Sales

• Total Sales in 2011: 35
• Lowest Sale Price: $407,000
• Highest Sale Price: $4,950,000
• Median Sales Price: $1,250,000
• Average Sales Price: $1,699,483

If you are interested in learning more about Bird Key, contact us for more information or to schedule a tour of homes.

John Allen – Allen Real Estate Services, Inc.
7131 Curtiss Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 544-6467

 

Bird Key Real Estate Sales

Sarasota’s Bird Key real estate continues to appeal to boaters and luxury property owners. Located just west of the Ringling Bridge from downtown Sarasota, Bird Key is a private boating community. It’s a perfect location for a large boat or yacht with easy access to the open waters of Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico beyond. Buyers can now choose from 29 active current listings of homes for sale on Bird Key.  Many of these exclusive homes offer private boat docks.

Bird Key boasts one of the area’s most prestigious Yacht Clubs.  This excellent facility features dining, recreation and social gatherings. Many homes for sale on Bird Key FL are on canals with deep water. You’ll see gorgeous gated estates on Sarasota Bay with incredible views of the marina and the city.  Additional homes are located inland.

Check out our Bird Key Florida video to experience this area’s waterfront lifestyle.

In our July 2011 report on Bird Key Sarasota real estate, there were 27 active real estate listings and in November 2010, there were 47 listings so you can certainly see that inventory has decreased on this popular.  In the last six months, 17 homes have sold at prices ranging from $529,000 to $4,950,000.  There are currently 29 Bird Key homes for sale.  Five homes on Bird Key are under contract.

Bird Key residents enjoy the convenience of downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, the beaches of Longboat Key and Lido Key. If you are searching for Bird Key Sarasota real estate, contact the John Allen Team directly at 941-544-6467 for more information or to make an appointment with one of our experienced agents.

Bird Key Real Estate - Last Six Months

• Current Listings: 29
• Pending Sales: 5
• Homes Sold: 17
• Lowest Priced Home: $549,000
• Highest Priced Home: $8,800,000

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Bird Key: A Development that was a Long Time Coming

Gated Entrance to Bird Key

Known today for its beautiful homes and lovely beaches, Bird Key was not always the tropical paradise that it is today. While the natural beauty has always been there, the development of this coveted island retreat didn’t begin until the 1920s. At this time, Andrew McAnsh took the first step toward making the Sarasota area the amazing beach and golf destination it is today.

As McAnsh began developing Bird Key, he took numerous initiatives that had never been seen before in the Sarasota area. Not only did he take out full page ads to help spread the word about his development, he also created eye-catching brochures and even took out numerous radio and television ads. Soon, articles focusing on Sarasota and Bird Key real estate were found in national publications such as Sports Illustrated, Time and Life.

Around this same time, John Ringling of the famous Ringling Brothers Circus purchased Bird Key property and built a bridge connecting the island to the mainland. When he died, John Ringling bequeathed the land to his sister, Ida Ringling North. About year after Ida Ringling North passed away in 1950, her son purchased the property as president of Bird Key Development Corp.  John Ringling North and his company made several attempts to develop the land and its surrounding acres, but the company’s initial proposal met great opposition and was ultimately shelved. Still, the company managed to gain approval for developing 511 home sites, 291 of which were on the water.

After the project was completed on October 15, 1960, lots were priced anywhere from $9,000 to $32,000. As might be expected, these lots sold very quickly. Today, the cost of  Bird Key Florida homes for sale is far more expensive than the lots were in 1960. Nonetheless, for those who wish to call Bird Key home, the price is certainly worth it!

For more information on Bird Key, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467.  Our experienced agents will provide you with some Bird Key historyand assist you with a smooth purchase.

Bird Key Sarasota Real Estate

Bird Key Yacht Club

Bird Key real estate here in Sarasota Florida has been very active in the last few months as prices continue to adjust. This private boating community is located just west of the Ringling Bridge from downtown Sarasota. If you have a large boat or yacht, Bird Key might be worth a look for your waterfront paradise. Buyers are still searching for deals on Bird Key and can now choose from over 28 active current listings.  Many luxury homes offer private boat docks.

Bird Key’s Yacht Club is outstanding.  It is an excellent facility for dining, recreation and social gatherings. Many homes for sale on Bird Key FL are on deep water canals winding to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.  Some luxury homes are on Sarasota Bay with incredible views of the marina and the city.  Others homes are located inner key.

In our November 2010 report on Bird Key Sarasota real estate, there were 47 active real estate listings.  In the last six months, 22 homes have sold at prices ranging from $407,000 to $4,950,000.  There are currently 27 Bird Key homes for sale.  Eight homes on Bird Key are under contract.

Bird Key residents enjoy the beaches of Longboat Key and Lido Key.  St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota offer outstanding bistros, cafes and restaurants for dining as well as specialty shopping. Residents of Bird Key homes also browse Palm Avenue in downtown Sarasota where they search for art treasures, visit interior designers and antique galleries.

Bird Key Real Estate - Last Six Months

• Current Listings: 28
• Pending Sales: 8
• Homes Sold: 22
• Lowest Priced Home: $539,000
• Highest Priced Home: $9,490,000

Call the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 to view make arrangements for a tour of Bird Key real estate listings.

Real Estate on Bird Key

Bird Key real estate continues to get lots of buyer attention as prices adjust. Just west of the magnificent Ringling Bridge Bridge and downtown Sarasota, this private boating community is home to retirees, entertainers, professionals. If you have a large yacht, Bird Key would be a perfect place to start your real estate search. The real estate market on Bird Key has seen plenty of activity in the past six months as educated buyers continue to search for deals and good value at reduced prices.

Bird Key is home to one of the area’s most notable Yacht Clubs.  The Bird Key Yacht Club is an excellent facility for dining, recreation and social gatherings. Most homes for sale on Bird Key FL are on deep water canals winding to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

In our June report on Bird Key real estate, 19 homes sold on Bird Key in the previous six months.  In this six month period, nine homes have sold at prices ranging from $470,000 to $2,300,000.  There are currently 47 Bird Key real estate listings.

Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota offer outstanding bistros, cafes and restaurants for dining. Bird Key residents enjoy Palm Avenue in downtown Sarasota where they browse for art work, visit interior designers and antique galleries. Residents of Bird Key are close to Lido Beach and Longboat Key Beaches.

Bird Key Real Estate - Last Six Months

• Current Listings: 47
• Pending Sales: 6
• Homes Sold: 9
• Lowest Priced Home: $499,000
• Highest Priced Home: $8,490,000

Call the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467 to view Bird Key Real estate.

Sarasota Real Estate Update on Bird Key

Waterfront Views from Bird Key Home

One of the hottest areas for Sarasota real estate is the boating community of Bird Key.  A private Key just to the west of the Ringling Bridge from downtown Sarasota, this exclusive neighborhood is home to entertainers, professionals and retirees.  Boaters who need a spot for their large yachts seek Bird Key as home.  The real estate market on Bird Key has been brisk with activity the past six months as savvy buyers took advantage of drastically reduced prices and an excellent selection of inventory.

The Bird Key Yacht Club offers residents an outstanding facility for dining, recreation and social gatherings.  Most homes for sale on Bird Key FL are on deep water canals leading to the open waters of Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.  

St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota offer outstanding cafes, bistros and restaurants for dining.  Palm Avenue in downtown Sarasota is a great place for Bird Key residents to pick out their art work, visit an interior designer and stop for lunch along the way.  Residents are close to Lido Beach for a quick dip in the Gulf of Mexico or a stroll on the Beach. 

Real Estate Activity on Bird Key, FL Last Six Months

• Current Listings: 42
• Pending Sales:  6
• Homes Sold:  19
• Lowest Priced Home:  $525,000
• Highest Priced Home:  $9,490,000

 Call John Allen at 941-544-6467 to view  Sarasota real estate for sale on Bird Key FL.

Bird Key Florida Entrance

Bird Key Entrance

Bird Key is one of Sarasota’s most exclusive neighborhoods. Pictured above is the entrance, located just off of the John Ringling Causeway. Bird Key Park is located just across the street from Bird Key.  This Park is a popular location with residents and visitors who want to bring their dog to the beach.  Most beaches in Sarasota do not allow dogs.  Windsurfers find Bird Key Park an attractive location too.  There is hardly a day that at least three surfers are not gliding the waves along this shoreline.

History of Bird Key

Bird Key Florida was originally a narrow strip of land connected to downtown Sarasota and St Armands Key by a tree-lined a Causeway. The island was named Bird Key because of a very large population of birds that flocked there regularly.

 In the early 1920′s, circus magnate John Ringling purchased the island. John Ringling’s sister, Ida Ringling North, lived in a mansion there and was the islands only resident until her death in 1950. Although her home is no longer there, the Bird Key Yacht Club has taken the place of the first home on the island.

In the late 1950′s Arvida Corporation purchased the Ringling’s interest in the island and started development plans. They dredged in nearly 277 acres of land and to make room for 511 home sites. 291 of the sites are on the Bayfront or canals, while 220 are off the water.

Bird Key Home

Today, Bird key is home to some of the most impressive waterfront estates on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is a boaters paradise with many homes on deep water canals or directly on the Sarasota Bayfront with quick access to the Gulf of Mexico. In addition, the neighborhood has its own private yacht club. Residents love the prime location, only a few minutes drive to downtown Sarasota and St Armands Circle.

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