When a housing market becomes as mature and sophisticated as Downtown Sarasota, developing a neighborhood such as Golden Gate Point is a natural progression. Occupying a small peninsula at the beginning of the John Ringling Causeway, Golden Gate Point offers a luxurious and stylish experience for discerning home buyers.

The redevelopment of Golden Gate Point started in 2009 with several condominium projects breaking ground; at the same time, elegant cobblestone sidewalk and roads lined with palm trees were completed along with green areas overlooking Sarasota Bay. These improvements were followed with the completion of magnificent condo towers such as Allure, Aqua, One88, and Vue; these upscale residences have been developed in various architectural styles that combine Art Deco, Mediterranean, Modern, and Caribbean designs.

Golden Gate Point resembles the high-end residential districts of South Florida and the Caribbean. This neighborhood has been carefully redeveloped to attract certain home buyers; particularly those who want to enjoy the best that Downtown Sarasota has to offer. With more than a dozen luxury condominiums and a few designer townhouses, Golden Gate Point is likely one of the most aesthetically pleasing neighborhoods in the city, and the amenities offered at many of the properties include irresistible perks such as concierge service, docking space, rooftop lounges with swimming pools and spas, state-of-the-art fitness centers, media rooms, wine cellars, and more. Although Golden Gate Point is not a gated community, its strategic location does not provide through-traffic, which means that residents can truly enjoy quiet sunsets, fishing, jogging, and walking around the peninsula.

In early 2018, pricing at Golden Gate Point started at $399K for a two-bedroom townhouse with 716 square feet under air conditioning. At the more stately end of the housing spectrum, a Majestic Bay condo unit with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a panoramic balcony built on 3,031 square feet of interior space was priced below $2.2 million; this unit takes up the entire floor of the building and feels like a single-family residence complete with outdoor grill on the expansive terrace overlooking the Sarasota Bay.

The best part of living at Golden Gate Point is the privileged location. Many residents ride their bicycles across the John Ringling Causeway to the beach, there are two waterfront parks within walking distance, restaurants such as Selva, Marina Jack and Caragiulo’s are just blocks away, and the trendy Five Points district is virtually next door. The main arts, culture and entertainment venues of Downtown Sarasota are close enough to visit on foot.