.png)
Jim Sells The Suncoast: Buying and Selling Real Estate in Sarasota, Manatee County, Tampa, Port Charlotte, and Beyond
If you are seeking sunshine and ready to buy or sell real estate on the stunning Suncoast of Florida, this podcast is for you!
Join your host, Jim Ahearn, a realtor who has called the Suncoast home for decades and has a proven track record of success with his clients, as he breaks down fact from fiction and gives you the simple hard truths about buying and selling in Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Lido Key, Venice, Port Charlotte, Tampa, and beyond.
This podcast will help both first time home buyers and those ready to upgrade to the luxury waterfront property of their dreams as he takes you through client journeys to demystify the selling and buying processes, performs neighborhood audits to help guide you to the best part of town for YOU, and provides insider interviews with up and coming new builds in town and resources you won't want to move without!
Jim Sells the Suncoast launches September of 2024 and will release new episodes every Monday. Follow the show today to get episodes when they are released!
Still curious? Each week, Jim works on answering popular questions, such as...
When is the right time to buy a home in Florida?
When is the right time to sell a home in Florida?
How can I get the best deal when negotiating pricing?
What are the pros and cons of the different areas of the Suncoast? Why choose Bradenton over Sarasota or consider Venice?
What neighborhoods have the best school systems? Restaurants? Community engagement?
What questions should I be asking my realtor?
And much more, so tune in for the answers!
Jim Sells The Suncoast: Buying and Selling Real Estate in Sarasota, Manatee County, Tampa, Port Charlotte, and Beyond
Seaire with Eric Ondrey
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
Episode Summary
In this episode of Jim Sells the Suncoast, Jim sits down with returning guest Eric Ondrey from D.R. Horton to break down one of the most talked-about new construction communities in Parrish, Florida.
They dive into Sea Air, a master-planned community anchored by a massive resort-style lagoon that brings a vacation vibe right to your backyard. From swim-up bars and paddleboarding to movie nights and concerts, this isn’t just a neighborhood, it’s a lifestyle upgrade.
Eric walks through everything buyers want to know:
- Home sizes ranging from 1,500 to over 3,300 square feet
- Pricing from the $300s to $500s+ depending on lot and upgrades
- Differences between Express and Tradition series homes
- What comes standard vs. what you can personalize
They also cover the bigger picture. Infrastructure improvements, new commercial development, and proximity to Tampa, Sarasota, and the beaches all point to long-term upside for buyers getting in early.
The big theme here is timing. With the lagoon still under construction, buyers have a window to purchase at what Eric calls “pre-lagoon pricing.” Once it’s complete and people can see it in action, expect demand and pricing to follow.
If you’ve been curious about new construction, lifestyle communities, or where Parrish is heading next, this episode lays it all out in a way that’s easy to understand and hard to ignore.
A Personal Note from Jim:
Hey there, I’m Jim Ahearn, your go-to real estate guide and host of Jim Sells The Suncoast podcast! 🎙️✨ Dreaming of Florida life? I’ve got you covered! As your dedicated buyer's agent, I’ll handle everything from walk-throughs to closing, making your home-buying journey as smooth as a Florida breeze.
Whether you're local or tuning in from afar, I’ll bring the Suncoast to you with virtual tours and expert advice. Let’s chat about your dream home and I'll connect you with all the right people to make it happen.
Ready to move to paradise? Drop me a line – I can’t wait to help! 🌴🏡
Podcasts we love
Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.
