With a prime Gulf-front setting, Lido Beach is just a short drive from many of Sarasota's acclaimed museums and attractions. You can choose from condos and villas or buy a spectacular seaside estate. There is a stunning variety of custom homes, and you’ll find styles that range from Mediterranean villas to contemporary modern masterpieces.
Schools & Education
Lido Beach students attend the highly rated Sarasota County School District which is known for its strong commitment to innovation and technology. Sarasota County's schools consistently achieve “A” ratings. To compare Sarasota schools with other district ratings, visit the Florida Department of Education website. Parents have dozens of private school options as well.
For higher education the area has exceptional options including: The State College of Florida, New College, Ringling College of Art and Design, LeCom, East West College of Natural Medicine, Suncoast Technical College, Eckerd College, Keiser University and Everglades University.
Employment & Economy
Lido Beach is largely a residential island, but Sarasota County has plenty to offer when it comes to employment. Many Bird Key residents are retired or work at the top of the legal, medical, or executive fields. For Sarasota top employers click here. To find listings of the Tampa Bay Region’s top employers, click here. Lido Beach's high home values and idyllic lifestyle are also very attractive for successful retirees and semi-retired people.
Things to Do in Lido Beach
Lido Beach residents enjoy beachcombing on one of the most gorgeous beaches in Florida. The white sand and sparkling azure waters are a popular source of recreation. Residents enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and and bird watching.
One of the other draws of Lido Beach is St. Armand’s Circle. It’s a spot that boasts fine dining, luxury shopping, and other wonderful attractions. Just minutes away, the Bird Key Yacht Club is most definitely at the center of the action. The club features tennis, golf, and fitness facilities, in addition to plenty of special events.
Sarasota County parks provide ample opportunities to enjoy the beautiful weather. Nature lovers love Manatee County too, with its 33 parks, 12 preserves, and miles of beaches.
There’s so much to do in and around Bird Key! Do you like marine life? Check out Mote Marine Laboratory. Prefer theatre? There’s Asolo Rep, West Coast Black Theatre and Florida Studio Theatre. For ballet lovers, the Sarasota Ballet is sure to please, and for opera buffs, Sarasota Opera House boasts a renovated 1926 historic theatre with incredible acoustics.
The Sarasota Symphony is an 80-member Orchestra that performs more than 100 classical, pops and family concerts each year, and thrives as the oldest continuing orchestra in the state of Florida. If history and the arts interest you, check out John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. This area is rich in cultural pursuits.
St. Petersburg is a short drive over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. There you’ll find the Dali Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, as well as a variety of cultural and historic attractions, enticing restaurants and shops that make for a great day trip.
Are you a sports fan? Take in a ballgame during Spring Training with the Pirates in Bradenton or the Orioles in Sarasota.
With so many things to do in Lido Beach and Sarasota, you’ll never have to venture far for great events, sports, outdoor recreation, shopping, dining, and more.
Lido Beach Real Estate Services
When you’re ready to begin your search for Lido Beach homes for sale, contact Wagner Realty. We have a team of experienced and knowledgeable REALTORS® ready to help with your home search.
