Sarasota is a vibrant, coastal city about an hour south of Tampa, on Florida’s Gulf Coast. It is known to many for it’s miles of white sand beaches. Delightful warm temperatures year-round and incredible beaches, as well as an exciting restaurant and arts scene make it a very desirable place for people of all ages! The calm Gulf of Mexico’s waters make it a great place to enjoy water sports, such as boating, paddleboarding, jet skiing, kayaking, swimming, fishing and parasailing and more!
People who live here often say it is like living in paradise. The population here continues to grow, as more people are drawn to this fabulous area of sunny weather and great outdoor activities. There is a great job market here, especially for those people working in tourism, small businesses, and healthcare. Travel is easy, as Sarasota has its own international airport, and is only about an hour away from Tampa International Airport, as well as Ft. Myers airport.
U.S. News analyzed 150 metro areas in the United States to find the best places to live based on the quality of life and the job market in each metro area, as well as the value of living there and people’s desire to live there.
Sarasota, Florida is ranked: (info taken from realestate.usnews.)
#16 in Best Places to Live
#1 in Best Places to Retire
#2 in Best Places to Live in Florida
#4 in Fastest-Growing Places
#21 in Best Places to Live for Quality of Life
When it comes time for shopping, well let’s just say you won’t be disappointed. Explore the historic districts, or take a peek at some of the shopping malls throughout the area. You can check out The Mall at University Towne Center, or head to Downtown Sarasota for more great shopping. And did we mention that Sarasota is a Foodie Paradise?
If you are interested in checking out some golf while here, look no further. Sarasota is a golf lover’s dream. See below for more information on local golf courses!
There are 29 golf courses in Sarasota, Florida, and 3 are municipal courses. There are also another 51 golf courses within 20 miles of Sarasota, including 25 public, 3 municipal, 1 PL, and 22 private courses. I did say Golf Lovers Dream, didn’t I? Take a peek at a few below or click here to read our article on the Top 5 Golf Courses in Sarasota, Florida!
The County Schools boasts 23 Elementary Schools that provide the academic and personal excellence young students need for a solid foundation of learning. We hope you will explore our elementary schools to learn more about the school experience for our youngest of students.
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