St. Armands

St. Armands Real Estate for Sale – Lido Key, Sarasota, Florida 34236

St. Armands Key, to most residents and visitors of Sarasota, is mainly a chic island shopping center. It is, however, also a showcase for some of the most upscale luxury Sarasota homes for sale. Such was the originally vision of circus magnate and entrepreneur John Ringling who began developing this barrier island during the 1920s.

Prior, Ringling purchased the island from Frenchman homesteader Charles St. Amand whose surname was misspelled in land deeds to “St. Armand.” This misnomer, nonetheless, was eventually carried over to the current name of the barrier island. Its commercial area came to be known as St. Armands Circle as it was built around a European-inspired park with a circular layout.

Search among presidents

The home lots were allocated around this commercial section and were marketed as St. Armands Division Ringling Estates. Ringling served notice of his desire to make the subdivision a prestigious address and presidential in every sense. Moving around the community can entail traversing the Boulevard of the Presidents and exploring the Ringling Estates for available Sarasota homes for sale along Washington, Jackson, Adams, Arthur, Madison, Fillmore and Van Buren Drives.

The island’s centerpiece roundabout was likewise named Harding Circle after one of the early American presidents. Imported European Renaissance statuary and tropical Florida landscaping are some of the distinctive features of this park rotunda which is a designated historic site in Sarasota.

Chic shops and palatial homes

More than 130 trendy shops, boutiques, art galleries, cafe and restaurants surround this park amid the roundabout. Courtyards and patios in contemporary architectural design, along with lush tropical plantings, create for St. Armands Circle a flawless fusion of a relaxing and friendly commercial center with an international ambience. Its shops offer everything from souvenir trinkets to luxury items while restaurant offerings range from gourmet snacks to formal candlelight dinners.

The residences surrounding St. Armands Circle consist of palatial estate homes with direct water access and a few small bungalows built in the old Florida style. Many of the upscale residences in this neighborhood flaunt cascading fountains at their entrances with blooming bougainvilleas draped over their perimeter walls.

Market focal point

Properties located here can vary wildly in price. From the older homes built in the 1960’s to homes located on the waterfront, the disparity is measured in millions of dollars. If you are looking for some of the best real estate that Sarasota has to offer, St. Armand’s and John Ringling Estates will certainly deliver.

St. Armands Homes for Sale

Below are the current real estate listings available at St. Armands

Please contact me if you would like to schedule a tour of any of the listed properties below.

MLS# A4565247 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 128 FILLMORE DR
• Price: $6,875,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3875 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 8+
• This stunning, 8-bedroom, 8-bathroom home is located in the historic and highly sought-after Saint Armand's Circle. Minutes from the beach, a short walk to the shoppes, and a short drive to Downtown Sarasota, along with its amazing infrastructure, ma ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

MLS# A4568458 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 423 S POLK DR
• Price: $5,895,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3890 Square Feet
• Subdivision: LIDO BEACH DIV B JOHN RINGLING ESTATES 03
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4
• Location, location, location. Whether you are looking for the perfect island retreat, a family home, or a lucrative rental property, this exceptional waterfront residence on Lido Key has just about everything you need. Ideal for the boater or water s ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

MLS# A4578089 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 113 FILLMORE DR
• Price: $4,999,999
• Zip Code: 34236
• 4008 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4+
• Welcome to Saint Armands! Sarasota's most coveted luxury island neighborhood. Home to Saint Armands Circle where you will enjoy a full range of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. This beautifully designed Mediterranean home sits just one block ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: WAGNER REALTY

MLS# A4574945 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 76 S WASHINGTON DR
• Price: $4,599,999
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3070 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4
• The HISTORIC John Ringling House could now be yours!! This beautiful home is truly one of a kind! This 1924 Historic Estate is listed on the National Historic Registry and this is your chance to own an important and beautiful piece of Sarasota histor ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: MARCUS & COMPANY REALTY

MLS# A4559981 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 408 JACKSON DR
• Price: $2,988,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2344 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3
• A Gem near St. Armands Circle! Situated in an unbeatable location, this expansive 3-bedroom-plus-den/3-bathroom home--or optional 4-bedroom layout--offers a private swimming pool nestled within a lush garden setting. This extraordinary home is ideall ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4567323 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 354 MONROE DR
• Price: $2,499,999
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2112 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4
• FINANCING FELL THROUGH - BACK ON THE MARKET! A "One of A Kind Shangri-La" on St Armand's Key! Magnificent walled estate on the first layer of residential homes on S Blvd of the Presidents. Don't just live "on the Circle" - live "IN THE CIRCLE"! Very ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: WAGNER REALTY

MLS# A4556452 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 201 N WASHINGTON DR
• Price: $2,195,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2939 Square Feet
• Subdivision: SAINT ARMANDS DIV JOHN RINGLING ESTATES
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3+
• The walkable location of this St. Armands home will immediately draw you in. Just steps from the some of the best spots of Sarasota, offering an oversized lot for you to design your dream home. This private parcel is near the bustling lifestyle of St ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY