For Rent $12,500/month • Co-Listing Agent

Barbara Ackerman

Longboat Key FL

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

2 Closed Sales

$1.8M Total Value

$627K - $1.2M Price Range

$888.5K Average Price

Prior five years

About Barbara

A resident of Sarasota since 1972, Barbara Ackerman is recognized as a true real estate professional. She is highly respected for the integrity of her work ethic, successful marketing strategies, and commitment to the local community. Her vast network of clients and peers is an undeniable advantage for buyers and sellers alike, and Barbara’s personal approach to each transaction has earned her a broad spectrum of repeat clients and countless referrals. Barbara hails from Pittsburgh and New York City, where she earned an MA at New York University.

Home Types: House

Years of Experience: 25

Education: New York University

Transaction History

5 Year

Neighborhoods Barbara is Experienced In

University Park

1 Sale
Lakewood Ranch

1 Sale

Barbara's Recent Active Listings

Co-Listing Agent

$1,475,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,550 Sq Ft
3030 Grand Bay Blvd

Unit 323

Longboat Key, FL
This sought-after 2,550 sq. ft. Cayman model in Grand Bay is located within the community’s desirable Building III and ideally positioned to capture magnificent Sarasota Bay and sparkling city views, with additional vistas overlooking the Harbourside Golf Course. Approximately 700 square feet of outdoor living includes two expansive terraces: an east-facing for breathtaking sunrises over the bay

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$6,750,000
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,224 Sq Ft
6381 Gulf of Mexico Dr

Longboat Key, FL
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a sleek, modern coastal estate on one of Longboat Key’s most coveted stretches of sand. Perfectly situated on a rare double lot on the beach side of Gulf of Mexico Drive, this architectural gem incorporates uninterrupted, panoramic views of the Gulf. This completely turnkey furnished 4,420 square

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$1,149,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,513 Sq Ft
350 Gulf of Mexico Dr

Unit 234

Longboat Key, FL
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Set amid the lush, manicured grounds of Tangerine Bay, this exceptional two-story penthouse residence offers a rare blend of architectural volume, natural light, and water views. Mature tropical landscaping, tranquil lagoons, and resort-style amenities create a serene, park-like environment that feels both private and welcoming. Two terraces

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$4,475,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,654 Sq Ft
2052 Benjamin Franklin Dr

Unit D702

Sarasota, FL
Located within Orchid Beach Club, the premier direct-beachfront building on the south end of Lido Beach, this expansive 3BR/3.5BA, 3,654-square-foot residence offers an exceptional blend of luxury, privacy, and coastal elegance. A private elevator lobby and double-door entry open to a light-filled floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Main living areas feature

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$2,595,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,200 Sq Ft
7430 Cove Terrace

Sarasota, FL
Nestled within the secure, mainland West-of-Trail enclave of Coral Cove, this elevated 2-story waterfront residence offers refined coastal living on a generous 17,000+ square-foot canal-front homesite with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Positioned in an X flood zone and exhibiting exceptional resilience, the property sustained no storm impact and features a standing-seam metal roof,

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$2,650,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,416 Sq Ft
3311 Sabal Cove Dr

Longboat Key, FL
Expertly designed by the highly regarded John Cannon Homes, known for exceptional quality and craftsmanship, this custom 4 bedrooms plus study residence offers the comfort and convenience of expansive living on one single level within the exclusive enclave of Sabal Cove, behind the secure gates of Bay Isles on Longboat Key. The home is centered around a dramatic screened outdoor living area,

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$3,100,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,659 Sq Ft
35 Watergate Dr

Unit 1005

Sarasota, FL
Arrive by private elevator directly to the grand foyer of this tenth-floor residence at the Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences, ideally positioned within the coveted ’05 stack—widely considered the premier vantage point in the building. This preferred orientation captures sweeping, unobstructed panoramas of Sarasota Bay and the Ritz-Carlton marina, complemented by spectacular west-facing sunsets.

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$4,895,000
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,217 Sq Ft
1421 N Lake Shore Dr

Sarasota, FL
Perfectly positioned on a spacious, private lot in the prestigious and highly sought-after Oyster Bay Estates community, the residence embodies exceptional design, architectural intention, and refined livability. Custom designed and built by distinguished, award-winning Platinum Coast Construction and completed in 2021, this 4-bedroom / 4 full & 2 half bath modern masterpiece was crafted with

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Co-Listing Agent

$5,695,000
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 4,545 Sq Ft
1429 N Lake Shore Dr

Sarasota, FL
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Experience luxury West-of-Trail living in Sarasota’s coveted Oyster Bay neighborhood. This newly built 2026 custom residence offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths—all on one thoughtfully designed living level—featuring 4,545 sq. ft. under air and 5,689 sq. ft. total. Set on an impressive 130' x 150' corner lot (0.45 acres), the home is

Barbara Ackerman COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Agent License: Florida 0264324

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