The exclusive enclave peninsula of condominiums on downtown’s southwest side is gorgeous Golden Gate Point. This area of downtown has some of the most coveted addresses in Sarasota. Unparalleled views of the downtown skyline as well as Sarasota Bay and the surrounding keys, Golden Gate Point is home to more buildings that offer boating amenities than any other downtown location, and keeps its supreme proximity close to beaches, theater, shops and restaurants. Let us get to know it a little bit better by taking a closer look at some of its prized buildings…

Evolution

111 Golden Gate Point, right past the entrance onto the point

What you need to know:

• This is currently in development by DSDG Architects.
• 20 residences on 8 stories situated above first-level parking
• Starting price point of approximately $1.3 million
• Amenities will include an outdoor bar-be-cue area, lap pool & spa, terrace with lounge space, fitness center with sauna & yoga studio, and club and meeting spaces.

About DSDG: 

We’ve seen a lot from this architecture firm in recent years in Sarasota and on her keys. The firm is responsible for several contemporary private residences everywhere from west of trail to east of I-75, as well as:

• Downtown’s Orange Club, 7 One One Palm, 332 Cocoanut (also in development now)
• A sister property on Golden Gate Point, One88
• On Lido/St. Armands, the beautiful Park Residences and the Sarasota Yacht Club
• Siesta Key’s Oceane
• Longboat Key’s Infinity

Golden Bay

166 Golden Gate Point, also right in the entrance by up-and-coming Evolution

What you need to know:

• Built in 2002
• 10 residences, only 2 per floor
• Condos in this building are rarely available, with only one coming on the market (and selling quickly for a cool $1.2 million) in the last 6 years.
• These condos are spacious – from 2000 to 4000 square feet, with expansive, direct, and unobstructed views of Sarasota Bay and the Ringling Bridge.
• Amenities: Bayside pool, fishing pier, day dock for boats, and rooftop deck

Harbor View

650 Golden Gate Point, just past the point’s entrance on the city side

What you need to know:

• Built in 1962 with a full renovation in 2000
• 14 residences with excellent bay and downtown vistas (one of the best for the Marina Jack’s fireworks!)
• Also rarely available, there have only  been 3 sales in Harbor View in the past 5 years, all over $1 million.
• Amenities: gated under-building parking, boat docks & lifts, bayside swimming pool, and outdoor grill area

La Bellasara

464 Golden Gate Point, on the southern city-facing edge

What you need to know:

• Built in 2005 
• Long known as one of the most premium addresses in Sarasota
• Regal, mediterranean-inspired design of 29 luxury residences, spanning from 3100 to over 6500 square feet in area
• Starting price in the $2 millions to well over $6 million for the larger units
• Amenities: 2-car garage for each residence, access to boat dock, 24-hour concierge services, pool, spa, entertainment/media room, catering kitchen, billiard room, and social area

Marina View

660 Golden Gate Point, next to Harbor View on the city side of the peninsula

What you need to know:

• Built in 1970
• Extremely rarely available, there have only been two sales in this building in the last decade.
• Relatively modest in size (condo size starts at 1300 sq ft)  but still with the stellar and unmatchable water and city views
• All sales in the last 10 years have been for under $1 million

Vista Bay Point

128 Golden Gate Point, at the base of the Ringling Bridge

What you need to know:

• Built in 2004
• 17 full-floor residences range in size from 3000 to 3500 square feet, encompassing 360-degree water views and great vistas of the downtown skyline
• Available slightly more often than the others we’ve discussed today, there are two currently on the market and two have sold in the last 6 months. Average price point runs around $1 million.
• Amenities: pool, spa, theater room, event facilities, fitness center, guest suites, billiards room, and bar-be-cue area

Check back in 2 weeks for more information on some of your favorite downtown condos!