How do new and older constructions compare in price in Sarasota?
The age of construction does materially impact price in the Sarasota Market. This is especially true when you are looking at waterfront properties. First and foremost, new building codes require homes to be elevated above base flood elevation. Therefore, most new homes are elevated above ground vs. older homes, which may be built on grade. Second, newer homes are generally built with hurricane protection for doors and windows, while some older homes do not have these features…
