The BLVD Sarasota

Core Development condominium tower · 540 N Tamiami Trail, Boulevard of the Arts · ZIP 34236

An 18-story luxury tower on Boulevard of the Arts with only 49 residences, where the buy is about the residence, the view, and the condo math, not a price average.

Boulevard of the Arts49-residence towerWalk to downtown

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a single boutique condominium building of just 49 residences, not a townwide market, so the read is about the specific stack, floor, view, milestone and reserve posture, and insurance, not a neighborhood average.

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Jon's Current Read

"The BLVD Sarasota is a single 18-story condominium building, so the read is nothing like a subdivision: value lives in the stack, the floor, the exposure to the bay versus the city skyline, the ceiling height, and the residence's private terraces, plus the building's milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve posture under Florida law. Completed around 2020 by Core Development with just 49 residences and large floor plans (Core Development and Stantec, 2018 to 2020), this downtown tower falls inside Florida's milestone inspection and SIRS framework, so a buyer should read the operating budget, reserves, and any special assessment history. Flood zone and wind exposure near the bayfront mean the insurance line is part of the carrying cost, not a footnote. Your leverage is matching the floor and view to comparable residences and reading the condo documents honestly."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The BLVD Sarasota is an 18-story luxury condominium at 540 N Tamiami Trail on Boulevard of the Arts, developed by Core Development at the western edge of the Rosemary District near downtown Sarasota. It broke ground in 2018 and was completed around 2020 (Stantec, 2018, and Core Development).

The building was designed as a boutique tower of only 49 residences with large, open floor plans and expansive private terraces (Core Development). The same developer is associated with other high-profile Sarasota-area projects including the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota and the Concession, which is reflected in the building's positioning at the luxury end of the downtown condo market.

This is a building, not a neighborhood, so the money is made or lost on the specific residence: the floor, the exposure, the ceiling height, the terrace, and the building's financial and structural posture, not a headline price for the address.

The pitch is luxury high-rise living a walk from downtown Sarasota, the cultural district, and the bayfront, with a deep amenity program. The work is reading the condo documents: the milestone inspection schedule, the structural integrity reserve study, the operating budget, and the flood and wind insurance math for a downtown tower near the water.

Quick Match

Who The BLVD Sarasota is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a boutique luxury condominium walkable to downtown Sarasota
Owner-occupants seeking a large low-maintenance single-level residence with views
Buyers who will read the milestone, reserve, and insurance posture before offering
Buyers who value a deep amenity program and on-site building services

Probably not for

Buyers who want a private single-family lot rather than a high-rise residence
Anyone unwilling to budget coastal flood and wind insurance as a real carrying cost
Buyers who skip condo documents, reserves, and special assessment history
Buyers seeking a nightly or short-term rental investment building

Market Pulse

How The BLVD Sarasota is performing right now

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current The BLVD Sarasota listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Bayso Sarasota or Sarasota. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in The BLVD Sarasota buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

The BLVD Sarasota on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Rooftop pool and sun deck per reporting
Outdoor kitchen, fire pits, and lounge areas described
Fitness center and indoor golf simulator noted
Pet area, grooming, and wine storage described
Confirm the current amenity list and access terms

The BLVD Sarasota is a single boutique condominium tower on Boulevard of the Arts near the Rosemary District, not a multi-neighborhood community, so the lifestyle is defined by the building and its walkable downtown setting. Reporting and the developer describe a rooftop amenity level with a pool and sun deck, an outdoor kitchen, fire pits, and lounge areas, plus a fitness center, a pet area and grooming, climate-controlled wine storage, and an indoor golf simulator (Core Development and listing materials). Confirm the current amenity list, access terms, and fees for any specific residence.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The BLVD trades a private lot for a boutique luxury address a walk from downtown Sarasota, with St. Armands, Lido and Siesta beaches, and the airport all within a short drive.

Drive times from Boulevard of the Arts. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Downtown Sarasota Main Street~5 min · dining and culture

The Bay park (building out)~5 min · bayfront park

St. Armands Circle~10 to 15 min · shopping and dining

Lido Beach~15 min · Gulf beach

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport~10 to 15 min · regional airport

Sarasota Memorial Hospital~10 min · major hospital

Siesta Key Beach~20 to 25 min · Gulf beach

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real routes and times at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near The BLVD Sarasota with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

The BLVD Sarasota (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Sarasota County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

The BLVD Sarasota is served by Sarasota County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at The BLVD Sarasota: the building's delivery and resale dynamics, the broader downtown and Rosemary District market, and Florida's condo safety framework for towers. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in The BLVD Sarasota

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around The BLVD Sarasota, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishA walkable downtown setting near the bayfront points to durable demand for boutique Sarasota luxury product, with the watch items being coastal insurance costs and the building's reserve and assessment posture.

Boutique luxury tower delivered downtown

2020

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Building

The BLVD broke ground in 2018 and delivered around 2020 as a boutique 49-residence luxury tower on Boulevard of the Arts, a scarce product type downtown.

Downtown Sarasota luxury condo demand

2026

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Reporting describes continued buyer interest in downtown Sarasota luxury condos, with newer preconstruction projects drawing strong early sales, supporting the downtown high-rise setting.

Florida condo milestone and reserve framework

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Building

As a high-rise the building falls inside Florida's milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve framework, so reserve funding and inspection posture are diligence items.

Coastal flood and wind insurance

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Building

Bayfront-area exposure makes flood and wind insurance a real carrying cost that buyers should quote for the specific residence.

Rosemary District and The Bay park nearby

2026

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

The adjacent Rosemary District and the building-out Bay park add walkable amenity and public waterfront near the building.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting The BLVD Sarasota, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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June 2018
Development
Groundbreaking for The BLVD downtown Sarasota condominium tower
Stantec announced the groundbreaking for The BLVD, a downtown Sarasota condominium tower on Boulevard of the Arts near the bayfront, described as a boutique luxury high-rise with large residences and expansive terraces. Why it matters: The groundbreaking launched a scarce boutique luxury tower at the western edge of downtown Sarasota. Source
April 2026
Market
Downtown Sarasota luxury condo demand stays strong in 2026
The Business Observer reported that a downtown Sarasota condominium project passed a major preconstruction sales milestone in its first weeks, a signal of continued buyer appetite for downtown luxury condo product near the bayfront. Why it matters: Strong demand for new downtown luxury condos reinforces the setting that anchors completed towers like The BLVD. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The The BLVD Sarasota buying strategy.

If we were buying in The BLVD Sarasota, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the condo documents first. The operating budget, reserves, and rules decide your real carrying cost in a tower, so get them before you fall for a view.

Confirm the milestone and reserve posture. Under Florida law this downtown high-rise falls inside the milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve framework, so verify the building schedule and reserve funding.

Match the floor, stack, and exposure to comps. A bay-facing high floor and a city-facing lower floor list very differently, so compare like residences, not the building average.

Quote flood and wind insurance for the unit. Near the bayfront this is part of the cost of ownership, so price it before you commit, not after.

Use the location case, and cross-shop other downtown and bayfront towers such as Bayso Sarasota if you want to compare luxury high-rise living.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A view residence on a strong floor matched honestly to comparable units

Biggest Risk

Underreading coastal insurance and the building reserve and special assessment posture

Best Lot

The exposure and floor, bay versus city skyline, that the view and light depend on

Smart Timing

Confirm the budget, reserves, and milestone schedule before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

The BLVD Sarasota Homes For Sale

What your money buys in The BLVD Sarasota.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in The BLVD Sarasota today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Residence

A lower-floor or city-facing residence in the tower, the more accessible way into this boutique luxury address.

Lowest entry

The Mid-Stack

A strong-floor residence with good light and partial bay exposure, the heart of the building's resale market.

Most inventory

The Top

A high-floor bay-facing residence with the widest views and largest terraces, the units that hold value best.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry Residence

A lower-floor or city-facing residence in the tower, the more accessible way into this boutique luxury address.

The Mid-Stack

A strong-floor residence with good light and partial bay exposure, the heart of the building's resale market.

The Top

A high-floor bay-facing residence with the widest views and largest terraces, the units that hold value best.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in The BLVD Sarasota, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in The BLVD Sarasota is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well The BLVD Sarasota holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Location and downtown settingStrong

Newer move-in-ready buildingPositive

Reserve and milestone postureConfirm per building

Coastal insurance carrying costVerify per residence

Residence floor and exposureMatch to comps

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The BLVD Sarasota

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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This is one boutique tower of 49 residences, not a market. The deal is won or lost on the floor, the view, and the condo, reserve, and insurance math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.8B+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.6/10

Renovation Risk4.2/10

Location Efficiency8.8/10

Long-Term Defensibility8.0/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on The BLVD Sarasota is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

The floor and exposure are the lot here, bay versus city
High bay-facing floors carry the widest views
Terrace size and ceiling height drive value
Coastal flood and wind exposure shape insurance
Read the residence and view before the finishes

In a tower, the parcel that the market protects is the residence itself: the floor, the stack, the exposure to the bay versus the city skyline, the ceiling height, and the terrace. A high bay-facing floor with wide water views and a large terrace holds value differently from a lower city-facing unit. The finishes can be updated; the floor, the view, and the exposure cannot. Read the residence, the view, and the building's coastal flood and wind posture first, then price the finish against it.

The 15-Second Verdict

The BLVD Sarasota in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a boutique luxury condominium walkable to downtown Sarasota.

Biggest advantageThe Boulevard of the Arts location and a deep amenity program in a small building.

Biggest riskCoastal insurance and the building reserve and assessment posture in a high-rise.

Sweet spotA view residence on a strong floor matched honestly to comparable units.

Avoid ifYou want a private single-family lot or a short-term rental investment building.

Condo Dues, Reserves & Insurance

15-Second Take

Tower dues fund staff, amenities, and reserves
Confirm what dues include and the reserve funding
Coastal flood and wind insurance is a real carrying cost
Verify the milestone inspection and reserve study posture
Read the budget and any special assessment history

As a full-service luxury tower, The BLVD carries condominium association dues that fund building staff, the amenity program, on-site management, building insurance, and reserves. Exact figures are set by the association budget, so confirm the current dues, what they include, and the reserve funding for the specific residence.

Dues typically cover building insurance, common-area maintenance, management and building staff, and the amenity level, with reserves for structural components. Owners still carry their own unit insurance and any flood and wind coverage. Confirm the split and the reserve study for the building.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a The BLVD Sarasota buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

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The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in The BLVD Sarasota

Price to the residence, the view, and the building posture, not a blended average.

Selling here means pricing to your specific residence and exposure, not to a blended building average that mixes bay-facing high floors with lower city-facing units. The floor, the view, the finish, and the building reserve and milestone posture set your number.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In The BLVD Sarasota, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Bayso Sarasota, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in The BLVD Sarasota year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Sarasota County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Sarasota County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Sarasota County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Sarasota County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

The BLVD Sarasota Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

The BLVD Sarasota is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The BLVD Sarasota?

It is an 18-story condominium at 540 N Tamiami Trail on Boulevard of the Arts, at the western edge of the Rosemary District near downtown Sarasota, in ZIP 34236 (Core Development and Stantec, 2018).

Who developed The BLVD Sarasota?

It was developed by Core Development, the firm associated with other high-profile Sarasota-area projects including the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota and the Concession (Core Development). Confirm building specifics with the association.

When was it completed?

The building broke ground in 2018 and was completed around 2020 (Stantec, 2018, and Core Development). Confirm the certificate of occupancy date for any specific residence.

How many residences are there?

Reporting and the developer describe a boutique building of only 49 residences across 18 stories, with large open floor plans and expansive private terraces (Core Development). Confirm the exact plan for any specific residence.

What amenities does the building have?

Reporting describes a rooftop amenity level with a pool and sun deck, an outdoor kitchen, fire pits, and lounge areas, plus a fitness center, a pet area and grooming, climate-controlled wine storage, and an indoor golf simulator (Core Development and listing materials). Confirm the current amenity list and access terms for the residence.

What are the condo fees?

As a full-service luxury tower, dues fund staff, amenities, building insurance, management, and reserves. The exact figure is set by the association budget, so confirm the current dues and what they include for the specific unit.

Does the milestone inspection law apply here?

Florida's building safety law puts condominium towers of three or more stories on a milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve study framework. As a high-rise this building falls inside that framework, so verify the schedule and reserve posture with the association (Florida DBPR, 2024 to 2025).

Should I budget for flood and wind insurance?

Yes. Near the Sarasota bayfront, flood and wind exposure make insurance part of the carrying cost. Quote coverage for the specific residence during diligence and confirm what the building insurance covers.

Is this a short-term or vacation rental building?

It was developed as a luxury owner-occupied residential building, not a transient nightly rental tower. Confirm the association's leasing and rental rules before assuming any rental use.

What schools serve the address?

The address is in Sarasota County Schools. Assignment is by address and choice options exist, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the specific residence.

How walkable is the location?

The building sits on Boulevard of the Arts near the Rosemary District, within reach of downtown dining, the cultural district, and the bayfront as The Bay park builds out. Confirm specific walking routes for your needs.

What is the Rosemary District?

The Rosemary District is a mixed-use downtown Sarasota neighborhood of restaurants, galleries, studios, and newer residential development, just east of the bayfront (Sarasota Magazine, 2025). The BLVD sits at its western edge on Boulevard of the Arts.

Is this a good investment?

Boutique luxury product in a supply-constrained downtown setting can support demand, but a coastal high-rise carries reserve, assessment, and insurance considerations, and this is not a guarantee of future value. Read the building documents and the insurance math before you decide.

How is The BLVD different from other downtown Sarasota towers?

It is a small 49-residence building with large floor plans, distinct from larger towers in The Quay and elsewhere downtown. Compare each on its own documents, floors, exposures, and amenity programs.

Who is the best real estate agent for The BLVD Sarasota?

The best agent for The BLVD Sarasota is one who actively works Sarasota and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for The BLVD Sarasota.

How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows The BLVD Sarasota?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows The BLVD Sarasota and the wider Sarasota area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for The BLVD Sarasota?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your The BLVD Sarasota purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in The BLVD Sarasota?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want a boutique luxury condominium walkable to downtown SarasotaExcellent fit

Owner-occupants seeking a large low-maintenance single-level residence with viewsExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the milestone, reserve, and insurance posture before offeringExcellent fit

Buyers who value a deep amenity program and on-site building servicesExcellent fit

Buyers who will match the floor and exposure to comparable residencesExcellent fit

Buyers who want a private single-family lot rather than a high-rise residenceProbably not

Anyone unwilling to budget coastal flood and wind insurance as a real costProbably not

Buyers who skip condo documents, reserves, and special assessment historyProbably not

Buyers seeking a nightly or short-term rental investment buildingProbably not

Buyers who want a townwide market rather than a single buildingProbably not

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The BLVD Sarasota median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in The BLVD Sarasota, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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The BLVD Sarasota

The 60-Second Overview

Who The BLVD Sarasota is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How The BLVD Sarasota is performing right now

The BLVD Sarasota on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Sarasota County Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in The BLVD Sarasota

Boutique luxury tower delivered downtown

Downtown Sarasota luxury condo demand

Florida condo milestone and reserve framework

Coastal flood and wind insurance

Rosemary District and The Bay park nearby

Groundbreaking for The BLVD downtown Sarasota condominium tower

Downtown Sarasota luxury condo demand stays strong in 2026

The The BLVD Sarasota buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in The BLVD Sarasota.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well The BLVD Sarasota holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The BLVD Sarasota

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on The BLVD Sarasota is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

The BLVD Sarasota in 15 seconds.

Condo Dues, Reserves & Insurance

Tools for a The BLVD Sarasota buy.

Price to the residence, the view, and the building posture, not a blended average.

In The BLVD Sarasota, condition and view decide your number

What is your The BLVD Sarasota home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

The BLVD Sarasota Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

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