Downtown Sarasota Florida Condominium Choices : For winter or year-round Florida homes, Sarasota should be your choice. How best to enjoy living there? If condominiums are your preference, downtown Sarasota has dozens. They range from having fewer than 20 units to having over 200. For those for whom only the new will do, there are buildings under ten years old. For those who would rather dwell in older buildings, they date from 1928 to the 1990s. Your own tastes will, of course, define those luxuries you consider necessary for your comfort. There are glorious views to be had of the city itself or the bay, or both. Enjoy those views from your own private balcony or terrace. Fitness centers are common, as are pools. You might prefer a theater or media room to a library; or outdoor grilli... 08/21/2010

  The Ritz Carlton Residences, Sarasota, Florida Sarasota downtown real estate is known for being sophisticated, upscale and trendy. The Ritz Carlton Residences are the epitome of luxury and the exciting and worldly Sarasota lifestyle.   The Ritz Carlton is situated within walking distance of Sarasota's eclectic Main Street, restaurants reflecting cuisine from all over the world, and beautiful Sarasota Bayfront. The sweeping views of the city skyline and Sarasota Bay are magnificent. The building is in close proximity to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Asolo Theater, John Ringling Museum, Players Theater, Sarasota Opera and Symphony, and Palm Avenue art galleries. If that is not enough, the Residences sit at the gateway to Lido Key and St. Armand's Circle, with its own boutique sh... 05/25/2010