The Essex House is a condominium development in Sarasota, Florida, which banks on a strategic location as one of the factors contributing to its salability. This property is a mid-rise building located in the bayfront area of South Gulf Stream Avenue, a section of the city’s downtown district where there is a profusion of urban delights including centers for the arts, culture, and entertainment.
There are 76 units in this condominium community which likewise has some residences fronting Palm Avenue at the east side. The units in this particular section are residences with one bedroom and one and a half baths, while those at the bayside section either have two or three bedrooms with two baths. The floor plans of these residences range from between around 1,000 square feet and more than 2,600 square feet. A sales-listed condo at the Essex House having a floor area of about 1,200 square feet can be priced just a shade under the $400s.
This condo was built in 1974 but most of its units have been renovated including its lobby. The renovation is going on along with the meticulous maintenance of the community’s interior landscaping.
The topnotch facilities and amenities of this condominium certainly also contribute much to the desirability of having a residence at its 707 South Gulf Stream Ave. address. The residents have access to a heated saltwater swimming pool with a patio deck, in addition to a game room and card room with kitchen, saunas, mailroom, and library. Two elevators, in-building parking as well as state-of-the-art security systems are other features which can further whet home buyer or investor interest in the Essex House condos.
Essentially as enticing are the urban offerings that have set Sarasota apart from other urban residential choices. Among these are the hubs for entertainment, arts and culture, many of which are around the condo’s vicinity, such as the Sarasota Opera House, the Golden Dinner Theater, and the Burns Court Cinema. Also within easy reach from the Essex House are the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Ringling Museum of Art.
Many pockets of refreshing spots in the city are likewise near the condo community. These include the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and the Island Park filled with many outdoor recreational possibilities as well as dining places. Within the Island Park area, for instance, are the Marina Jack Trail and the charming O’Leary Tiki Bar and Grill, any of which can add more spice to the condo lifestyle in Sarasota City.
Below are all of the current real estate listings available for sale at Essex House.
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