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Community close to many Sarasota area amenities
Located along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Southgate offers a variety of amenities while being within reasonable distance of the region’s white sand beaches. The community’s proximity to these places, along with the reputation of the Sarasota County Schools, have been among the chief reasons many have flocked to this side of the Sarasota area. “There’s the school district, the proximity to the beach, the proximity to Southside Village and downtown Sarasota. And it’s close to the hospital,” says Carolyn Barker Collins, a Realtor with Premier Sothesby International Realty and who has lived in Southgate on several different occasions over the years. “It’s one of the oldest neighborhoods in Sarasota.” The community was years ago known for its orange groves, and it was once common for many homeowners to keep fruit trees in their yards. While the fruit trees are no longer prominent, other decades-old fixtures have maintained a key presence in the community. Among them is the South Gate Community Center, which was dedicated in 1956 and continues to serve as an anchor through its myriad of activities. "It's a great neighborhood," says Lisa Lewis, office manager with the South Gate Community Association, which manages the community center. "It's not overly deed restricted, but it's deed restricted enough to keep it looking nice. The people are super nice, too."
Southgate is a residential neighborhood not far from downtown Sarasota.
Residents have several options to get around Southgate, including scooter rentals.
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Find renovated ranch-style homes, with some newer additions
There are many ranch-style homes in Southgate located on lots with spacious yards, and several of these typically single-story homes can come with other touches like the tiled roofs often seen in Spanish styles. There are also some two-story homes showing a variety of traditional architectural styles. Price points here can go from around $270,000 for two-bedroom condominiums, to the upper $500,000s and $600,000s for renovated 1960s ranch-style houses and well over $1 million for recently built or upcoming upscale homes.
Southgate is predominantly occupied by one-story, single-family homes.
Southgate homes are predominantly single-story homes.
Southgate features newly-built homes in its residential communities.
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Highly rated schools
Southgate is served by schools in the Sarasota County Schools district, which received an overall A grade from ratings site Niche and ranks as the top school district in Florida. Among the schools that serve the community and reflect the overall district rating are Southside Elementary School, Brookside Middle School and Sarasota High School, all of which received grades of A-minus or higher from Niche. Sarasota High students can take part in the Cambridge AICE – Advanced International Certificate of Education – diploma program, which allows them to earn up to 45 college credit hours. With the completion of the program and 100 hours of community service, the students can receive a Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholars Scholarship.
Southside Elementary School in Sarasota is an A+ rated school and serves Lido Key.
Brookside Middle School in Sarasota sits on a private campus with multiple classroom buildings.
Sarasota High School has a beautifully maintained sports facility and view of downtown Sarasota.
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The historic South Gate Community Center
Dedicated in September 1956 and still operating out of the original building designed by Sarasota schools architect Victor Lundy, the center houses a community pool and hosts activities throughout the year that range from fitness classes to holiday gatherings and community garage sales. The venue also hosts private events like weddings. Just east of Phillippi Creek, which runs through the neighborhood, is the Palms Club at Forest Lakes, one of two 18-hole golf courses here. Daily men and women league competitions, as well as regular clinics, occur there. Southgate also isn’t far from the Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex located just north of the community on Waldemere Street. The parks offers a variety of recreational facilities, including a 50-meter – or roughly 55-yard – lap pool, a 25-yard instructional pool, basketball courts, a dog park and a half-mile walking trail.
South Gate Community Center is a long standing and historic staple of the neighborhood.
Southgate golfers can hone their skills at practice courses including a driving range.
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Upscale dining at the Crossings at Siesta Key
Southgate residents are close to a number of retail and dining spots. The Crossings at Siesta Key on the west side is home to Connors Steak & Seafood and the upscale movie theater, CineBistro. Groceries can be found at Publix, which anchors the nearby Shops at Siesta Row. Then, there is an eclectic mix of small restaurants and independent food markets on the neighborhood’s east side. While not in Southgate, the Southside Village along South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota is about two miles north of the community center. Visitors to the Village will find Libby’s Neighborhood Brasserie and gourmet pub fare at Gecko’s Grill & Pub.
Crossings at Siesta Key near Southgate is a large retail mall with shopping and restaurants.
Connor's Steak and Seafood is an upscale dining option near Southgate.
Southgate has a diverse collection of businesses and eateries, including Taqueria.
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Close to entertainment in downtown Sarasota
For entertainment and signature city events, Southgate residents can travel just a few miles north to downtown Sarasota where they’ll find live music at places at Molly’s Restaurant & Pub. They can also go a little farther west to the Marina Jack along the Sarasota Bay to enjoy events like the New Year’s Eve Sarasota Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular.
Connection to downtown Sarasota Memorial Hospital and downtown
South Tamiami Trail – or U.S. Highway 41 – provides a direction connection Sarasota Memorial Hospital in the Southside Village. Downtown Sarasota can also be reached by continuing north on the highway.
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Southgate Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southgate, Sarasota sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southgate, Sarasota over the last 12 months is $445,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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