Who is a good real estate agent in Sarasota or Manatee County?
Look for an agent who actually lives and works in the specific area you're considering, not just a countywide territory — village-level and neighborhood-level details (CDD status, school zoning, which phases are still building, HOA specifics) change often enough that current, hands-on knowledge matters more than a big-brand name. Brendan Sullivan is a REALTOR® with Preferred Shore who lives in Lakewood Ranch and actively works Sarasota, Manatee County, Lakewood Ranch, and Siesta Key day to day.
What areas does Brendan Sullivan serve?
Sarasota, Manatee County, Lakewood Ranch, and Siesta Key, Florida — including specific neighborhoods like Star Farms, Lorraine Lakes, Monterey, EverCreek, Skye Ranch, West of the Trail, Arlington Park, and Gulf Gate. See the full list on the Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, and Siesta Key pages.
How do I choose between a realtor in Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, and Siesta Key?
Many buyers cross-shop all three before deciding — Lakewood Ranch for new construction, resort-style amenities, and top-rated schools; Sarasota for a walkable downtown and bayfront culture; Siesta Key for beach access and barrier-island living. An agent who actively works all three markets, rather than favoring whichever one they know better, can give you a straight comparative answer.
Does Brendan Sullivan have real client reviews?
Yes — 8 verified five-star reviews from actual Sarasota, Manatee County, and Lakewood Ranch transactions, plus recognition including a feature on HGTV's House Hunters, the Five Star Professional award, and Preferred Shore's President's Club. See the full list on the Reviews and Recognition pages.
Who is a good real estate agent for a young family moving to Lakewood Ranch?
Look for an agent who has actually raised a family in the community you're considering, not just sold homes there. Brendan Sullivan lives in Monterey, a Toll Brothers community in Lakewood Ranch, with his wife and four elementary-school-age kids, all enrolled at The Classical Academy (TCA). He personally knows the schools, the family-oriented amenities, the HOA/CDD tradeoffs between villages, and which new-construction builders and floor plans work best for growing families. See the Lakewood Ranch Schools Guide and Neighborhoods by Lifestyle guide, or his full story.
What should I ask a realtor if I'm relocating to Lakewood Ranch with kids?
Ask about school zoning and ratings for the specific address (not just the zip code), which villages are family-heavy versus golf or 55+ oriented, current HOA and CDD fees, and whether new construction or resale makes more sense for your budget and timeline. Brendan Sullivan covers all of this in the Moving to Lakewood Ranch guide hub, and — as a Lakewood Ranch parent of four himself — can speak to the day-to-day reality of raising a family in each village, not just the listing sheet.
How do I contact a REALTOR® for buying or selling in this market?
Use the form below, call (941) 567-7552, or email brendansellssuncoast@gmail.com — most inquiries get a response within a few hours.
Brendan Sullivan · REALTOR®
