In my last blog, I covered some of the best resale options for ultra-luxurious living in downtown Sarasota. Now let’s zoom in on the newest of the new, rising from the downtown cityscape. Which buildings should you be looking in if you want the best of the best in Sarasota? Here is what’s on the horizon for Sarasota’s luxury condos…

 

On The Rise in Downtown Sarasota

Beacon

Location: 1243 Second Street, in downtown’s Theater District

Starting Price Point: $2.3 million

Total # of Residences: 6

The Highlights: 12′ to 24′ ceiling height, private elevator entry, luxury & premium features, customizable floor plans, Gaggeneau appliances, area provided for 2 cars with optional electric vehicle pre-wire

Why to Splurge: The private pool in every. single. residence.

 

The Ritz Carlton Residences

Location: 200 Quay Commons, on the Ritz Carlton property on downtown’s Bayfront side

Starting Price Point: $2.46 million

Total # of Residences: 73

The Highlights: 11′ to 12′ ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the deep balcony and amazing water views, east-to-west exposure will provide spectacular city- and gulf-to-bay vistas, gourmet kitchens

Why to Splurge: Being a part of the Ritz Carlton community means access to all things Ritz Carlton, including their wealth of amenities (fitness, pool, spa, beach club), white-glove service (in-room dining, housekeeping, concierge), and world-class restaurants.

 

Auteur

Location: 1100 Blvd of the Arts, in the planned district The Bay

Starting Price Point: In the $2 millions

Total # of Residences: 56

The Highlights: Wide residences to highlight the panoramic view of Sarasota Bay, private elevator access with separate service elevator, Neff cabinetry & Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, resort-style bayfront pool, fitness center, two parking spaces per unit

Why to Splurge: There are undoubtedly many reasons to splurge in Auteur, but don’t under-estimate this location. Auteur will be perfectly poised on the edge of both The Bay and Quay Sarasota, two brand-new, very exciting shopping and restaurant destination districts on the Bayfront.

 

The Collection

Location: 1335 2nd St., in central Downtown Sarasota

Starting Price Point: $2.6 million

Total # of Residences: 12

The Highlights: Central downtown setting right by Selby Library and walkable to nearly everywhere, artistic design and features, state-of-the-art access system, extremely technologically innovative, luxury accoutrements, and amenities including sauna, fitness, yoga, and cabana

Why to Splurge: The architecture of this building is going to be stunning, with impressive technology available (especially in the security realm): 24-hour camera and building access system with key fob, entry code, remote, card and phone buzzer entry system.

 

Epoch

Location: 605 S. Gulfstream Ave., conveniently by Palm Avenue & Burns Court arts district

Starting Price Point: $3.325 million

Total # of Residences: 23

The Highlights: The design was inspired by Sarasota School of Architecture (making this so uniquely SRQ), 180-degree views from walls of glass, expansive outdoor living space, gourmet kitchen with top-end appliances

Why to Splurge: Epoch is highly customizable — floor plans can be reconfigured, architectural elements tweaked, and walls totally moved around. It is very rare to have this level of personalization!