With more than four decades of combined experience, Joel Schemmel, Donna Soda, and their team are recognized for their market expertise, steady guidance, and consistent results. They bring clarity, insight, and precision to every transaction, helping clients navigate Sarasota’s luxury market with confidence. For the Schemmel Soda Group, trust defines every relationship—and delivers a true competitive edge.
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OUR TEAM
Our team is passionate about what makes living here so special. We have sold some of the most architecturally significant homes in Sarasota.
» No. 2 small team by sales volume in Sarasota 2024
» No. 19 small team by sales volume in Florida 2024
Highest Sale Ever
in Lakewood Ranch
2024
Highest Sale in Lakewood Ranch
2021
Highest Sale in Sarasota County
2021
Highest Sale in Manatee County
2020
Highest Closed Sale Volume in Lakewood Ranch
2021
Highest Sale in Lakewood Ranch
2020
Highest Sale in Sanderling Club
2021
Highest Sale on Casey Key
2021
Highest Sale on Longboat Key
2020
Highest Sale on Siesta Key
2020-2024
Highest Closed Sales Volume in Palmer Ranch
What Our Clients Say About Us
Joel and his team are GREAT to work with and super professional! One of the attributes which distinguishes them from others is that it is very evident that they CARE about the result…and that’s important to us. Joel and his team handled everything for us very well and pushed a complex transaction over the finish line for us. If we’re selling a property in Sarasota County again, our first and only call will be to Joel and his team. Highly recommend without reservation.
- Dan and Shannon
Our experience with the Schemmel Group in selling a high-end property on Sarasota’s desirable Siesta Key was excellent in all respects. High marks all around. I have worked with a number of professional brokers and agents in the area over several decades. The Schemmel Group ranks at the top.
- Ken
Words could never express the gratitude we feel for Donna and Jim Soda. Donna made the entire selling process as painless as possible for us. She is a gem – very knowledgeable about the market, setting a price, staging the house and vetting potential buyers. Our house was only on the market for a few weeks before it was in contract. We actually didn’t think that could be possible. Donna worked tirelessly and patiently through a few possible hurdles and everything went better than we could have hoped for. We highly, and without reservation, recommend Jim and Donna Soda to sell your home or property!
Beyond the Gates: A cinematic journey through 1067 Westway Drive on Lido Key
Experience the story of 1067 Westway Drive, captured through a lens that brings its lifestyle to life. A visual story that transcends architecture, revealing the essence of life at 1067 Westway Drive, a home where barefoot mornings begin with sunrise over Sarasota Bay and evenings end beneath golden skies on the rooftop terrace. Where hosting means laughter in the lounge, wine pulled from a 500-bottle cellar, and endless views from every gathering space. From wellness routines in your private gym to sunset swims in the infinity-edge pool, this is not just a home — it’s an elevated way of living. The film begins now. The waterfront lifestyle awaits.
