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Monterey Lakewood Ranch: Lakes, Location & Lifestyle
Monterey is shaping up to be one of the more interesting options in southeast Lakewood Ranch because of the balance it strikes. You get a quieter, nature-forward setting with lakes and trails, while remaining close to Sarasota, the beaches, Waterside and the shopping and dining around UTC.
You also get the consistency of a Toll Brothers community with a wide range of home sizes and price points, from more approachable new-construction options to significantly larger luxury e
Audra Lane
3 days ago6 min read


SeaFlower: West Bradenton’s New Coastal Village
From Flower Farm to Coastal Village: The Story Behind SeaFlower. Something new is taking shape in west Bradenton, and if you’ve been watching the real estate market along Florida’s Gulf Coast, SeaFlower deserves your full attention. This isn’t just another subdivision, it’s a 1,175-acre mixed-use coastal village rooted in a nearly 90-year family history, thoughtfully designed to bring back the charm and community spirit of Old Florida coastal towns.
Audra Lane
4 days ago5 min read


SeaFlower Bradenton New Construction | Prices & Plans
SeaFlower is one of the most exciting new communities on Bradenton's coastal mainland, and one of its biggest draws is the sheer variety of home styles available within a single, walkable neighborhood. Five builders were hand-selected to bring SeaFlower to life, each contributing a distinct product type, price point, and design sensibility.
Audra Lane
4 days ago8 min read


Cardel Homes in Florida: What Buyers Should Know About This Family-Owned Builder
Cardel Homes traces its roots to 1973, when Calgary teachers Del and Caryl Ockey founded the company. What began as a family-owned homebuilding business has grown into a North American builder operating in Alberta, Ontario, Colorado, and Florida.
The name Cardel comes from the first three letters of Del and Caryl's names. More than fifty years later, Cardel says it has shaped more than 150 communities and built more than 20,000 homes across North America.
Audra Lane
Sep 16 min read


5 Luxury New-Home Communities to Watch in Lakewood Ranch | 2026
Lakewood Ranch isn't one luxury market — it's a collection of very different new-home lifestyles. Golf, resort amenities, custom estates, larger homesites, waterfront settings, and low-maintenance living can all look very different from one community to the next.
In 2026, several communities are particularly worth watching, from the bundled golf lifestyle of Calusa Country Club to the estate-scale homes of Monterey and the custom-builder lineup at Wild Blue.
Audra Lane
Aug 267 min read


Sun, Sand, & Sea: Why Canadians Are Heading to Southwest Florida
Top ten reasons Canadians make a move to Sarasota, Florida. Whether you’re considering a second home, a retirement retreat, or simply a seasonal escape, here's why Sarasota and the Suncoast make sense.
Audra Lane
Aug 255 min read


A New Brushstroke of Luxury Condos on the Downtown St. Pete Skyline
Rising 42 stories above Central Avenue, Art House arrived as more than a new address. It is a considered answer to the question that anyone who has fallen for this city eventually asks: What would it mean to actually live here, at the center of all of it? Art House isn't just another luxury tower — it's a deliberate statement about how one of Florida's most vibrant cities wants to live, work, and breathe.
Audra Lane
Aug 214 min read


What Are HOA and CDD Fees? The Monthly Costs Florida Buyers Need to Understand
If you're shopping for a home in Southwest Florida, you've likely run into two acronyms that can affect your budget: HOA and CDD. Buyers relocating from other states often understand the first and have likely not heard of the second, and that gap can often cause confusion in a Florida real estate transaction.
Audra Lane
Aug 207 min read


Car Collectors Are Flocking to Sarasota — Here's Why
Sarasota's thriving automotive community, growing base of affluent residents, and increasing demand for specialized lifestyle amenities have created the ideal environment for car collectors and enthusiasts.
For those who want more than a place to park their vehicles, Sarasota offers opportunities to find homes with expansive garages, secure parking options, and spaces designed for displaying and enjoying a collection.
Audra Lane
Aug 196 min read


Wellen Park Florida Guide: New Homes, Luxury Neighborhoods & Amenities
If you’ve been researching new construction in Southwest Florida, chances are Wellen Park has come up more than once. And for good reason. Consistently ranked among the top-selling master-planned communities in the entire United States, Wellen Park has evolved from a promising development into a full-fledged destination — one with its own walkable downtown, world-class amenities, major-league baseball, and a growing portfolio of luxury neighborhoods that rival anything in the
Audra Lane
Aug 189 min read
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