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The Waldorf Astoria Residences:
A New Era for Sarasota
The arrival of Waldorf Astoria Residences Sarasota signals a defining new chapter for the city |
The Sarasota skyline is experiencing a transformation that reflects the city's evolution into a premier destination for sophisticated coastal living. An iconic name synonymous with refined living and impeccable service will soon grace the Sarasota skyline with an eighteen-story residential tower, bringing the legendary Waldorf Astoria’s first residential offering to Florida's Gulf Coast — a strategic move that positions Sarasota alongside global cities like Miami, New York and Bangkok in Hilton's luxury residential portfolio. Projected completion date is Spring 2029.
Contact me for more information or representation in the Waldorf Astoria Sarasota Residences. |
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| SARASOTA LUXURY REAL ESTATE REVIEW |
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Q1 2026 Sarasota Luxury Real Estate Market Review
Luxury led the market last year, and there is every reason to believe it will do so again |
The Sarasota luxury real estate market opened 2026 with remarkable momentum, delivering results that exceeded many analysts' cautious predictions. What sets this quarter apart is the caliber of transactions closing in both the barrier island properties and mainland estates.
The $1 million-plus price threshold, once reserved for waterfront trophy properties, now captures a diverse inventory spanning luxury coastal developments to architecturally significant inland homes. This expansion reflects Sarasota's maturation as a top-tier luxury market, attracting buyers who prioritize lifestyle quality, cultural amenities and Florida's tax advantages. The first quarter data reveals not just volume, but sustained buyer confidence in premium real estate as both residence and investment. |
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| TOP PERFORMING SARASOTA REAL ESTATE TEAM |
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Laughlin Tanner Group Named
#1 Sotheby's Team in Sarasota
A distinction that reflects performance,
professionalism and the trust of discerning clients |
We're proud to announce that the Laughlin Tanner Group has been recognized as the top luxury real estate team in Premier Sotheby's International Realty's Sarasota region. The Laughlin Tanner Group has $3+ billion in luxury real estate sales, representing buyers and sellers in Sarasota's best loved neighborhoods. Premier Sotheby's International Realty is the No. 1 Sotheby's International Realty brokerage worldwide by sales volume.
For buyers and sellers, working with the #1 team in Sarasota Luxury real estate matters. You get a top-performing local team, backed by a brokerage recognized at the very top of the Sotheby's International Realty network, with the reach and credibility to amplify exposure and attract qualified demand. |
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Laughlin Tanner Group Photography Selected for Regional Campaign
"Above All" is our standard of excellence |
The Laughlin Tanner Group's luxury real estate photography has been selected by the Premier Sotheby's International Realty marketing department to appear in their 2026 advertising campaign, "Above All." The marketing bar inside the Premier Sotheby's organization is exceptionally high. And in that environment, our work stood out.
The selection of the Laughlin Tanner Group's photography is more than a compliment. It's evidence of a real discipline at work: the commitment to presenting a home with the care, restraint and clarity that sophisticated buyers respond to. |
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| NEW LISTINGS |
These listings are new to market or will be coming
on the market
in the near future. Contact me for more information
or exclusive showings. |
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WEST OF TRAIL IN MCCLELLAN PARK
1731 Cunliff Lane
3BR/3BA/3,104SF | $2,895,000
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WHITFIELD ESTATES ON SAILBOAT WATER BASIN
121 Holly Avenue
3BR/3BA/1,883SF | $1,295,000
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 LIDO BEACH CLUB
1BR/1BA/1,116SF | $679,000 |
 WELLEN PARK
3BR/2BA/2,056SF | $550,000 |
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| OUTSTANDING SALES |
| Sales are picking up. In the last month, we represented the sellers and/or buyers of the following properties. |
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COUNTRY CLUB SHORES
585 Gunwale Lane
$4,995,000
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 LAKEWOOD RANCH
$1,825,000 |
 HARBOR ACRES
$1,625,000 |
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 ST. ARMANDS
$1,425,000 |
 MYAKKA CITY
$1,425,000 |
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 LIDO BEACH
$1,300,000 |
 THE ISLES
$1,295,000 |
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 PALMER RANCH
$620,000 |
 PALMER RANCH
$450,000 |
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| FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
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2026 Florida Economic Outlook
What it could mean for Sarasota Luxury Real Estate |
| Florida enters 2026 with momentum. For buyers, sellers and investors watching Sarasota luxury real estate, that broader economic backdrop helps explain what may drive demand, pricing and market activity in the year ahead. The Florida Chamber Foundation's newly released 2026 Florida Economic Outlook Report lays out a data-driven view of where the state's economy is headed and what business leaders can expect in the year ahead.
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