Sarasota Real Estate Blog

There are millions of people across the United States living in a SFR, apartment, condo or townhome in a common urban or suburban neighborhood. There are however, a growing small sub-sector of Americans who are moving to reside in golf course communities. But what are the pros of living in such a community? Again, the question applies: why are people flocking to south Florida golf course communities by the droves?

Some who may need to make an impression with clients, friends or family may find golf course homes to be the absolute perfect fit for them. it has all the elegance a home can offer in Southwest Florida. There are numerous high-class communities right here in the Sarasota area such as: The Concession, Founders, Lakewood Ranch, Laurel Oak, and The Meadows-- just to name a few.

With these prestigious communities come a plethora of amenities. Who doesn't want that? These luxuries can consist of everything including tennis courts, clubhouse, fitness facilities and of course golf courses...to name a few. With gym and spa prices skyrocketing, golf courses offer a unique feature of staying fit and healthy without ever leaving your vicinity and having your own privacy.

Privacy is also a great perk of golf course homes because they are often quiet communities with limited noise, action or outsiders coming into the vicinity. With privacy comes security, which also adds value for a golf community. While Sarasota is a very safe city, golf course communities add that additional safeguard to you and your family.

The most obvious advantage to buying a home on a golf course is that it is an absolute ideal location for avid golfers. You don't need to be a Phil Mickelson to live on a course If a buyer loves the game of golf, living on a golf course is ideal!

Last but not least-- beautiful surroundings. Are you a sucker for Gulf Coast sunsets over a breathtaking skyline? Then maybe a golf course home is for you. There are myriad of advantages to living in a golf course community that you may not even realize. What are you waiting for?