Living in Sarasota Florida Pros and Cons
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- Living in Sarasota Florida-Pros and Cons
This video is about the pros and cons of living in Sarasota FL. Watch to the end for some real goodies in this video.
Millicent Schandorf-Lartey. 941-960-3580 or Email: HomesByMillicent@gmail.com
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I'm a full time realtor in Sarasota Florida serving our entire Greater Sarasota region aka the Suncoast. Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Englewood, North Port, Parrish, Palmetto. My husband and I have three children. Gardening is one of my favorite things to do on earth:-)
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I have given you five each of things that I love and not love about our area. What do you think? What is on your list that didn't make it in mine?
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Been living in Sarasota for almost a year now. My wife, son and i moved from NJ in April of 2021 and i love it here. We are in the University area and unfortunately the traffic around this time of year is horrible in this area. But, i still love Sarasota. i just wish we moved many many years ago. 42 years living in cold NJ. You are absolutely correct when you say Sarasota has it all. We rarely ever leave our neighborhood to go shopping everything is right up the road on University Pkwy!
Wonderful. I’m glad you and your family are enjoying Sarasota. It’s amazing how our “little” area seems to have everything one needs for a great life!! Sending my blessings for many, many more years of a wonderful Sarasota life! Thanks for commenting on my video ❤️🙏🏾
Sarasota snowbird. It's a wonderful place.
I truly appreciate this informative video also Florida is the best state to live in it has the best weather and the best beaches in the nation also it has a lot of wonderful nature
I wasn't expecting to be serenaded. Thanks for the bonus! 🎶
LOL thanks for your comment. And you are welcome 😁🙏🏾❤️
That definitely was a welcomed bonus 💜
You are SO honest and just a breath of fresh air!!!
Thank you so much Lani. That means a lot to me!
Hello Lani, Happy Sunday! Please check out the new video I uploaded yesterday. I think you might find it interesting. Thanks.
The secret was out a long time ago. Now it’s crowded, high cost of living, traffic, high real estate costs. Native Sarasotan here. 4th Gen Floridian.
Yea I feel you Brad. And I’ve been here “only” 10 years and I notice the difference. Our wonderful area has become quite known all over the world. I suppose it was just a matter of time. It’s difficult to keep a good thing under wraps for ever. Thanks for commenting on my video. My best wishes to you ❤️😁
We currently live in Sarasota but are originally from Maryland. Pros very beautiful beaches, great public schools, great weather, great shopping and dining at UTC. Cons: Repeat discrimination in the office workplaces more prevalent because of the lack of big corporate/ big box employers, not as diverse as other Florida cities, have to travel far for big concerts and major celebrity shows.
Say ain't so? "Cons: Repeat discrimination in the office workplaces more prevalent because of the lack of big corporate/ big box employers" - 😬
Its so funny now seeing people finally learn about Sarasota, as its been a long well kept secret of sorts. As a Brooklyn NewYorker born and raised, i always had a love for florida when first vacationing with family in the 80's Disney world orlando of course. So much of Florida was still bring developed even back then. The place was wonderful, but incredibly hot. still it was somewhat manageable over time. years later, in my college years, being very upset and tired of the NY daily grinde going to studying in Pratt, my Professor told me about his colleague down in sarasota teaching out of a small private college called Ringling. I did the research, got some material about the school and learned it was one of the best for my curriculum Computer Animation. The brochure showed it all. The polar opposite of NY. Crystal white powder sand beaches, skies that look like paintings, palm tress all the essence of paradise. so i flew down to see for myself and it was everything portrayed and thensome. more over, it was a nice quite sleepy town.. I transfer from Pratt and by all means made the right life decision. Ringling was awesome, still growing, and so we as students in this all together new field for films and television also helped it grow. Lets just say, it was worth every dime. ANd it was quite a bit of dimes for its time. I lived both on campus and in siesta key. just a skip and a hop from the beach. And as mentioned at that time (the 90's) it was well off the radar for most of america. more over, since sarasota was known to be a place for retirees, mainly those of the war generations. Much of the realestate was on the market and very VERY affordable. but man. if i had the finances then and didnt have to contend with the expense of college. lets just say in the 90's Sarasota was a goldmine. Sure enough over time more and more people discovered the place. and all the cities in the region from Tampa to Clearwater , Saint pete, Bradenton all would see tremendous growth in the decades to come. All those people who claimed to hate florida had no idea of what it truly had to offer. well, now they know. and when people visit, its actually a tradition that they not only stay, but they dont even bother to go back home to bring their stuff down, most simply opt to have their items shipped. I lived for many years in the region, Sarasota, siesta key. clearwater and st pete. loved it all. and miss it as well. I tell you this much. all the things you may not like about south florida. trust me.. you will adapt. your body will adapt. proof of this.. look around and look to see of people besides yourself is sweating like a dog? nope. why not? because your body adapts to the heat and humidity over time. the one great things about the costal cities, the temperature is much better than the interior.
“…Crystal white powder sand beaches, skies that look like paintings….” Your words are beautiful. Permission me to use them sometime. Thank you so much! Thank you for telling your story about living in Sarasota in the 90s. And you are absolutely right, the real estate was more affordable then. And Ringling, your college is still standing strong and doing wonderful things! Why don’t you come? Would you? Come back “home”? 😁😁Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice response. Hope to hear from you again.
@@homesbymillicent Oh for sure, go rite ahead, i miss the old stomping grounds. even when i lived in clearwater i often took the drive down just to hang out, I left florida in 08, and in that time seen the transition. heck as mentioned the transition started even when i was living their in the mid 90's. before the housing market boon. Ringling has grown dramatically since i was their. still a small school overall but back then it was even smaller lol. i was the only black guy of my graduating class, one of only 4 in the school and the only black guy living on siesta key in his own condo lol, but i had no issues with that. And most people then didnt as well. My only misgivings in regards to the recent change is from all those that have moved in. The snobbery was not such a thing back then. back then it was old money, and their was no need for such petty behavior, But those who have come in, have brought with them an aire about them. and that's tainted the place. Their was indeed once a racial divide, even the standard train tracks that divide the classes and racial zones. but even then, people kinda worked around the old standards. though its true, i personally traversed places many local blacks wouldnt typically go. as a newyorker i didnt carry that history with me. And what i found was people most, really didnt care. anyways. enjoy. represent well. its a wonderful place. There is even quite the growing island community down in Ft Myers.
@@homesbymillicent And oh, btw, ive been in Puerto Rico for the past 11 years as such. and once again, its a similar story, as many eyes are now looking at PR. And people rather secretly coming in buying up beach front property like crazy. For the locals its a nightmare.
@@xevious2501 yea… some Sarasotans complain too… about all the people moving here 😁
@@homesbymillicent Yes i would imagine, its that shock of change. with more people coming usually means many luxuries become at risk. The cost of living usually inflates. And ironically although Sarasota is very much viewed as luxury living, its people live very much fixed budget fixed income. And the amount of inflation that these new people are running from in their past residency states, usually follows them. Greed follows the people in every regard, especially realestate. And that makes it extremely hard for native longstanding residents. No doubt look what's happened to Brooklyn! I t was once a borough where cabs from Manhattan would never cross the bridges into. But today!? much of Brooklyn is now just an extension of Manhattan. and so came with it the inflated costs of living. It was bound to happen, but at the cost of its native residents who were pushed out financially and physically. Guess its just a factor of time. all good things are faced with change.
You described this lovely town perfectly!
I love this video. I am thinking of moving here. Thank you 💜
Great job ! Good info and humor... thank you!!!
Thanks for stopping by, watching and commenting. I appreciate it.
Crazy traffic and unbelievably hot summers!
Thank you for this very informative video!
Glad you found it helpful. Let me know if you need anything else.
Beautiful beaches, warm weather, and enviable recreational and cultural amenities earn Sarasota a spot on “best of” lists almost every year.
Yes you are right! Thanks for your comment-:)
You are truly delightful. Unfortunately not quite enough to leave Maryland. I'll visit in winter. That will hv to do!
Ahhh…. Alas we can’t convince everyone to move down here 😁😎. But I hope we do grow on you after a couple of winter visits. Thank you so much for commenting and the compliment.
Thank you so much for this video!
You are welcome. THANK YOU for watching.
Great video! Just came back from there and loved it! Praise The Good Lord!
Praise the Good lord indeed! Glad you enjoyed it. If you decide to move here, you know who to call:-) Thanks for your comment. God bless.
I prefer Hallandale beach Florida beautiful city good beaches and restaurants and growing businesses and communities, and good nightlife.❤
You are very sweet, I've lived in Sarsota for over 24 years... I would never use the word " hate" ..it's impossible to hate this place, regardless we have the most amazing back yard... can't beat it! Except the Cost of Living. It's thru the roof.. more and more expensive every year..
You are right on both fronts. It is impossible to hate this place. And the cost of living (and real estate) is going through the roof! But we are blessed to live in a beautiful place❤️😁
Sarasota ..thinks its lined in gold ...WE keep it going .. The working class .. Get over yourself
wow it's wonderful area
I LIKE IT!!!!
Sarasota have a different vibe than other parts of Florida, I like it visit about 4 to 5 times a year airline overnights
I totally agree!
Hi aunt! Well I'll be there for a year starting June and I'd like to know where rent will not kill me so much lol. Can you also be my aunt when I come? 😆😂 I'm always anxious about new places. I'm Zambian 🥰
Call me and let's talk. I'm always happy to be an aunt to some good 'nieces' and 'nephews':-). I will be expecting your call.
Thank you 😊
You are welcome. Glad you liked it!
Yes please
I want to move back to Florida so bad. The pay rate for a CNA just isn’t enough to cover rent plus being a single mom of 2 kids. I would have to work 2 full time jobs. Blessings to all that can afford to live there🙏🏽💙 Thanks for the video
Thanks for your comment MsFreda. It is heartfelt. I pray that things will work out for you so you and your kids can move back to Florida. Don’t ever lose hope. It can happen. Feel free to call me so we can see if there’s anything I can do to help.
Very nice inf nice smile🤗 I know what you talking about weather I live in DC Washington next door from Marylad.
Thank you.
Excuse ma'am but I do disagree with you on the driving topic. I moved here in 2019 and one of the things I hate the most is driving. Every Route I know is under construction and people here drive like crazy. Old people with poor eye sight are always driving really slow and young people driving reckless. I moved from the Midwest and the driving is completely different. Also a lot of people are moving to Sarasota and they are more cars on the road that before. This makes a 20 minute drive last an hour. I have see countless traffic accidents and people running over bicyclist. This is one of the reason I left a job because I took me ages to get back home. Times is priceless and I do not wish to expend it in a traffic jam.
I am moving to Saratota very soon. I’m looking for a house in the area. Please help
Hello Dixon, thanks for stopping by… I will be able to help you find a house in Sarasota. Please give me a call or text on 941-960-3580.
Great lead-in I live in Illinois, so...
@Rob Wills, Thank you for stopping. Have I convinced you to leave Illinois?😁 I hope so-:)
Thank you for this very informative video Mma.. I am wondering though about the bugs and alligators, I thought you were gonna touch on that but it mustn’t be that bad then?
It is not bad at all, or perhaps I’ve lived here for too long😀. But seriously, here’s my opinion. Of all the issues to consider about moving here or not, I think the alligators and bugs should be at the bottom of the list. They don’t affect the quality of life in any way. They live in their habitats and mind their business and you do yours. They don’t have any bearing on the day to day lives of people. Like I said, this is my personal opinion.
I enjoyed your channel and your video tremendously can you give me information about how much the rentals are for apartments
Generally, the cost of rentals have gone up a lot in the last year or so. You can contact me if you wish.
Rents are out of control!
It’s so crowded and the traffic is a hot mess.
The secret is out I suppose:-). But county officials are doing a fabulous job with new road construction projects. Won't you say so?
@@homesbymillicent Problem with new construction is that is takes up land that would normally suck up flood water. If we keep building the water literally won't have anywhere to go other than our homes and streets.
Canadian here 👋thinking of moving there 😀😀
Sure I think you will love it here. I’d be happy to help with your move. Let me know.
Hello and happy Sunday! Please check out the new video I uploaded yesterday. I think you might find it interesting. Thanks.
Stay in Canadia, we don’t want you here!!!!!!!! Be gone devil!!!!!!!!!!!!
Although most people that live in Sarasota don't really like people that weren't born in Florida... 🙄 fyi
Thankyou Millicent for your video and while I agree with much of what you said there are some things I do not. One, and importantly our healthcare is not as good as it used to be. In recent years many of the top doctors and nursing staff have moved to other states for better conditions and pay, and even allowing for the increase in population, the shortage is now telling. Secondly, we do not have the worlds most beautiful beaches as anyone who has travelled around the world can tell you, we have pretty white sand but the surroundings are dreadful, looking back from the beaches all you can see are ugly grey concrete buildings that look like prison cell blocks and little to no lush vegetation to help conceal them.
It would appear that there are also now a number of people leaving the area for a variety of reasons. Many visit Sarasota and Florida only in the winter and think of how lovely the weather is but do not appreciate how oppressive the heat and the threat of severe weather can be in the summer and hurricane season.
I have been in Florida for over 30 years in different locations and here since 2004 and have seen people come and go for a variety of different reasons, I have gone through 3 hurricanes and it is not fun. For those that wish to evacuate before the next hurricane my advice is to do it very early, there are only two major routes out of Florida and several days before a hurricane hits the roads will be packed and you may get caught with no where to go.
Thank you for watching and commenting. I always appreciate the perspective of people like you who have lived in Sarasota for many years. Thanks for stopping by.
I Love Sarasota
Me too… makes two of us ❤️
Just moved here. So excited! Left my cold, dark northern state. No more SAD, no total darkness all winter, not being stuck inside. Heaven on Earth!
@@lordtyrus1 Welcome to Paradise. Have you already bought or rented a home?
I've lived in Sarasota-Bradenton for 24 years now in this area is totally ruined way too many people here wasn't like this 15-20 years ago now just too many people the cost of everything here is too expensive the living expenses are way too high and jobs here the pay is very poor
You are adorable.
Thank You! Glad you you enjoyed the video.
Hi Any Acreages homes there ?
Yes. Lots of acreage homes available. Would you like me to send you some homes?
Moving for weather and sunshine is a trap.
Most warm weather locations are expensive,m have low wages, no jobs, and environmental problems (floods, droughts, hurricanes).
I moved from MN to FL 9 months ago and regretted it from around week 1! You're absolutely right about the jobs! Still paying adults 10-11 measly bucks an hour? To do hard labor? Wtf!!?
The hot weather is sweltering.. The water bill will go up bcz you'd need multiple showers a day if you're out there.
The traffic, insane rude drivers, the ppl here are rude too. Car insurance will almost triple what you'd pay in most of the country. Car registration? They will take all your money for that. No car insurance is reported and you'll get a letter that your driving privileges are revoked until an insurance company provides the state proof. The lines to get your DL or ID is wrapped around the corner everywhere. If you need food stamps or medical etc from the state, prepare to wait MONTHS before your case is done. The hold times are from an hour to a day, literally, you can hold up to 8 hours of more and they'll call you the next day maybe, with no answers.
Florida needs slaves to work the jobs. The pay is barely enough for a teenager let alone an adult with bills.
The news everyday reports either traffic accidents or alligator/snake fatalities. A woman was hanging out at the pond and was killed by 2 alligators and another man was too but survived with really bad results. He needed many surgeries.
Did I mention traffic🤦🤦🤦😭
Beaches are hard to enjoy with the heat of an oven on your face for hours. Praying for clouds or just can't take it and leave. No cool crisp mornings, muggy, stuffy bug 🐛 filled mornings. I've already started packing up and long for the day I get outta here!! Poor unsuspecting folks. Florida markets itself with pictures of 🌴🌞 and beaches, it's ALL MARKET!
And most of the jobs go to the Spanish speakers. They work together to give jobs to each other FIRST. One chic even told me that on my interview that ppl are getting old and she will be giving jobs to "her" ppl. That's the mindset here.
Be careful if deciding to move to FL. I'd NEVER suggest or recommended it. Visit? Maybe and GET OUT!
Pros: you're in Sarasota fl. Cons: You're in Sarasota fl
lol you are right:-)
WILL NEVER HAVE TO SHOVEL SNOW AGAIN, BUT WHAT ABOUT THE HURRICANS!!!
I'D RATHER HAVE SNOW. WITH SNOW, YOU CAN STAY IN THE HOUSE. WITH HURRICANS,
YOU MAY NOT HAVE A HOUSE TO STAY IN.
Pros: nice beaches.
Cons: nasty bi*ches,
you will be harassed and discriminated.
Too many ugly old women.
Protected trees on your own property?! Talk about going ECO-OVERBOARD as it pertains to the citizens...
That’s one way of looking at it, but I think it is a way to protect our precious vegetation. You know what they say, the last man dies when the last tree dies-:) Thanks for stopping by.
@@homesbymillicent You have to have paper, tables, furniture, homes, etc. And, you may also need to clear to build on your own property. I think they should have a committee that grants citizens justifiable land permits to cut trees that is paid by taxes. They should use inspectors to justify their claims, as well. This committee would use these funds to replace trees cut or lost to storms. But, I don't think you can avoid cutting trees. I mean, companies like Georgia Pacific do it and citizens should be no different. Also, Florida needs homes, paper, and other wooded items to live...
@@pattrell5257 County rules are not against cutting all trees, and not all trees need a permit to be cut down. As far as I know, it is only the oak trees and aquatic mangroves that are regulated. And even the oak trees can be cut down. You just need to make a good case, and you will get your permit. Fair?:-)
@@homesbymillicent That sounds good, since you put it that way!
Don't you dare cut down a tree in Florida. They have an arborist union and you will soon regret cutting down any tree even on your property. If you choose to not heed the warning have deep pockets.
Sarasota, land of the Hoi Poloi, from out of state. Yankee Go Home
Its WAY too expensive .. Now .. I say now cause new builders have started building in my area of 20 years ...raised my kids here .. These homes are WAY too much for this area .. They want 1mill . lmao .. We are working class people ...nurses , fire fighters , hospitality ... Leave us alone ! Take your big tacky over priced homes the other side of 41 .. Quit pushing people out of their homes .. My kids cant even live close to me now and they are educated ! Get lost !
Stop encouraging people to move here.