  
Welcome to Sarasota, Florida, one of America's best places to live, work and raise a family. Our clean air, sparkling beaches and sunny climate have made us world famous as a center for the good life. And our vibrant recreational and cultural scene offers activities for every taste and budget. We are a diverse area of big city amenities and small town ease of living. Business owners and employees enjoy not only the good life but a thriving business climate. Our top-rated schools, motivated workforce and affordable cost of living marks Sarasota home to some of the most successful and productive companies in the country.
Links of Inerest:
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Ringling Museum of Art
Official Sarasota CountyWebsite Selby Botancial Gardens
Sarasota County Public Schools Sarasota Ritz Cariton Hotel
Sarasota Downtown Association Sarasota Hyatt Hotel
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Sarasoa Herald Tribune
Sarasota County Library System Sarasota Area Restuarants
Sarasota County Arts Council Sarasota Golf Courses
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Things To Do As a Sarasota Resident |
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Go parasailing at Siesta Key...
Spot a dolphin in Sarasota Bay...
Watch the annual boat races from Lido Beach...
Watch a performance at the Van Wezel...
Go golfing at one of Sarasota's 35 scenic golf courses! |
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Ranked Best Small City 2001 by Money Magazine |
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Population: |
530,900 |
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Average Age: |
51 |
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Average Home Price: |
$389,620 * |
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Average Temperature: |
71' |
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Avg. High in July ('F): |
90.4' |
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Avg. Low in January ('F): |
50.1' |
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Annual Sunny Days |
281 Days |
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Student Teacher Ratio: |
18:1 |
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* Average price of homes sold, October 2004, Sarasota MLS | |