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Sarasota County

Living in Sarasota, Florida

Explore downtown, Lido Key, and St. Armands, then check the services and transportation options at your new address.

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Moving to Sarasota

Compare a downtown address with Lido Key or the area near St. Armands Circle. Test the causeway trip at the times you expect to travel. For a condo, ask which parking spaces and utilities are included and request the association's rental and insurance information.

Sarasota Bay Runner route

Getting settled in Sarasota

Confirm whether city or county utilities serve your address before opening an account. The city utilities department covers water and wastewater for its service area. If your address is outside it, start with Sarasota County's provider information.

City of Sarasota utilities

Living in Sarasota

For a beach day, check Lido Beach access and facilities. For everyday travel, look up Sarasota County Breeze service by address to see whether the bus, trolley, or an on-demand zone fits your routine.

Sarasota County Breeze Transit

Planning a move to Sarasota?

Use the Florida moving guide and residency and homestead guide for statewide steps. Confirm address-specific services before closing or signing a lease.

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