Scotty Ledford, P.A.'s Blog

Posted on 05/30/2024

Many factors are in play when it comes to adding...

Posted on 05/23/2024

First-Time Homebuyer Loan Options Available to Veterans

The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs offers financing options for first-time homebuyers who've served in the military. Knowing the different kinds of VA loans available will help you determine the best option for your home buying plans. It can also help you prepare for the application process and find your eligibility. Here are the basic types of VA...

Posted on 05/16/2024

Portable & permanent gazebos: What you should know

Gazebos can be found in backyards and gardens across...

Posted on 05/09/2024

DIY guide: Make your own bird bath for your yard or garden

If you want to attract local birds to your yard or...

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Posted on 06/03/2024

4481 Atwood Cay Circle 16, Sarasota, FL 34233 now has a new price of $399,000!

CENTER GATE ESTATES VILLAGE - 55+ COURTYARD Villa community conveniently located to everything! This home has a new roof, hurricane window panels plus a wind rated garage door facilitating lower insurance costs! Need space? This nearly 2000 square foot home comes with 3 bedrooms, two baths, formal living and dining rooms, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar, Great room with cathedral ceilings, indoor laundry room with matching GE Washer/Dryer Suite and a wash tub. There is a Screened and covered lanai off the great room in addition to a HUGE private courtyard plus a 2 car garage. This home has been replumbed, the roof was replaced in...

Posted on 06/01/2024

Another Property Sold - 4753 Ringwood Meadow, Sarasota, FL 34235

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. THE MEADOWS ... Want a POOL HOME on the recently updated MEADOWS COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE? Here it is...3 bedrooms (split plan), 2 full baths, large living room and dining room, 9x7 bonus room, LARGE indoor laundry room, covered lanai, screened pool deck, 2 car garage. The outside of this home was just repainted, it has a NEW HVAC, Brand NEW carpet in the bedrooms and a NEWER pool and cage (both) were built in 2008. The side entry courtyard sets the stage for this wonderful home with an expansive golf course view. This view can be seen from the super sized living room and master bedroom not to...

Posted on 05/30/2024

5319 Myrtle Wood 48, Sarasota, FL 34235 is now new to the market!

NICELY UPDATED VILLA! Welcome to this sunny and bright villa in Spring Lane / The Meadows offering all the ingredients needed for peaceful living, surrounded by nature. The front courtyard entry features an iron gate and beautiful custom inlaid tile. High ceilings add an extra spacious feeling. Split-plan with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms gives guests privacy. The screened and furnished lanai is a perfect retreat for relaxing and recharging. The carport includes a large storage closet for bicycles, golf clubs, tennis racquets, beach chairs and pool floats. So much fun to be had! The roomy Master suite has 2 generous closets plus sliders...

Posted on 05/18/2024

3944 Lakeside Road 160, Sarasota, FL 34232 now has a new price of $299,900!

Glen Oaks Ridge - 55+ A French Provincial style villa ON THE LAKE! That's right, bring your fishing pole or just bask in the Florida sun while taking in this beautiful lake! This home has over 1500 square feet that includes 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms both have been updated, Living room, dining room, den/study, Florida room plus a large laundry/utility room. Wait till you see this Beautifully updated kitchen that includes the removal of two walls to open it up, adding a breakfast bar, all new cabinetry, stone counters, back splash, Stainless Steel suite of appliances to include a "slide in" JennAir convection oven and new lighting. No...

Posted on 05/09/2024

3824 Glen Oaks Manor Drive, Sarasota, FL 34232 now has a new price of $688,900!

URBAN CONTEMPORARY & PRIVATE END Unit COURTYARD POOL VILLA in GLEN OAKS MANOR! Welcome to the former abode of a well known Sarasota philanthropist couple, where their unique design, style and Eclectic formation delivers a truly unique experience! This home lends to entertaining with it's easy living lifestyle while sporting nearly 1850 square feet of living space, a sizable indoor Koi pond with waterfall with fountain features, PLUS a private outdoor pool with a brand new solar heater. The large covered front porch and a cozy Lapa greet you as you enter YOUR designated foyer with instant swagger from the full wall, glass brick...

Posted on 05/09/2024

2605 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234 now has a new price of $1,587,000!

MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY ESTATE IN THE HEART OF TOWN...You will fall in love with this RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built DeSoto Acres on 2.18 Acres and only 3 miles to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the stately gated entrance you are greeted with engaging curb appeal and a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000 square foot addition connected with a vestibule and...

Posted on 05/09/2024

2605 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234 now has a new price of $158,700!

MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY ESTATE IN THE HEART OF TOWN...You will fall in love with this RUTH RICHMOND Retro HOME built DeSoto Acres on 2.18 Acres and only 3 miles to downtown Sarasota! Once you enter through the stately gated entrance you are greeted with engaging curb appeal and a beautiful brick courtyard. The 3,000 square foot main home was built with high ceilings, crown molding, terrazzo flooring and has THREE Ensuites, a huge living room & dining room, oversized kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry and wonderful Florida room with vistas of the 32'x16' caged pool. There is a 3000 square foot addition connected with a vestibule and...

Posted on 05/06/2024

Video Tour - 4712 Glenbrooke Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243

GREENBROOK-Community with superb LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Surprisingly-Sensational 3/2 contemporary POOL HOME with a 2 car garage that should fetch the best property insurance rates since the roof was replaced in 2020 and windows/sliders recently replaced with hurricane/wind rated windows! This beautiful home has been totally renovated starting with a New modern kitchen with a Stainless Steel suite of appliances to include a "BEKO" Refrigerator and dishwasher, GE Profile slide in Double convection oven, XO Ventilation Range Hood, beautiful cabinetry with under counter lighting accented by quartz counters & backsplash. Newer tile...