St Armands Circle Homes for Sale

by Lee Brewer

Real estate in Sarasota FL is found in a variety of unique neighborhoods, many of which are located on gorgeous keys and beaches. From Longboat Key to Siesta Key, the aesthetically-beautiful nature of Sarasota’s landscape is bar-none, one of the most intriguing and satisfying in America. Just as magnificent are the individual neighborhood’s histories, each rich with personal achievement and camaraderie. St Armands Key, located in Sarasota, is absolutely no exception. For those searching for a one-of-a-kind place to establish roots, look no further than the wonderful selection of St Armands Circle homes for sale.

The first resident of the key was a Frenchman named Charles St. Amand, who purchased over 131 acres of the land for $21.71. Because Mr. Amand’s name was misspelled on the deeds to the land, the key’s name remains St Armands today. The region remained mostly undeveloped, until 1917 when John Ringling, the notorious circus magnate, purchased the land with plans to create both residential and commercial space in the form of a circle on the key. In the first few years after the development opened to the public, it was a great success. However, the Great Depression had a lasting effect on St Armands real estate sales, and, before long, St Armands Circle began to deteriorate.

St Armands Circle Homes for Sale Today

Screen-shot-2014-09-27-at-8.50.34-AMMuch of the key remained desolate until the mid 1950s, when several businesses started to see the potential of the eccentric and unique circle. Within time, a plethora of people started making their way to St Armands Circle, and today, it is among the most desirable places to live in Sarasota. In total, over 130 businesses can be found on the circle.

St Armands Circle homes for sale range from residences built in the early 20th Century, to newly constructed properties that integrate seamlessly into the key’s historic ambiance. From single-family homes, to apartments and condominiums, there is St Armands real estate to suit any lifestyle.

To search the current St Armands Circle homes for sale, use the map-based property search found below. For more information, contact Lee Brewer of Re/Max today!

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Published on 2014-09-27 15:53:48