Saravela Sarasota

Saravela Sarasota is a new luxury mixed-use condominium planned for 430 N. Tamiami Trail in downtown Sarasota, with 282 residences, including 271 condominiums and 11 townhomes, in a 19-story contemporary development. Residences range from one to four bedrooms, approximately 667 to 2,086 square feet, while townhomes range from approximately 1,530 to 1,915 square feet. Designed by Kimmich | Smith Architecture, with interiors by ID & Design International, Saravela will offer more than 47,000 square feet of amenities across six levels, multiple pools, wellness and recreation spaces, concierge and valet services, smart-home technology, and an unusually flexible short-term rental program with on-site professional management.

Saravela Sarasota

Resort-Style Living in Downtown Sarasota

Saravela occupies a central North Tamiami Trail location between Sarasota’s bayfront and the Rosemary Arts District.

Residents will be close to The Bay, The Quay, performing arts venues, restaurants, cafés, galleries, marinas, Main Street, and other downtown destinations, while complimentary transportation is planned to St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach.

The concept combines condominium ownership with hospitality-style services, extensive amenities, and flexible rental options in a distinctly urban setting.

Saravela combines downtown walkability, broad floor-plan choice, extensive resort amenities, hospitality-style services, and unusual rental flexibility.

282

Total residences

19

Stories

667–2,086 ft²

Approximate interior sizes

47,000+ ft²

Amenities across six levels

1 week

Minimum lease

Why Buyers Love Saravela

Resort amenities, flexible ownership.

The development offers residences ranging from compact one-bedroom homes to larger three- and four-bedroom layouts, while owners share a level of recreation and wellness space more commonly associated with resort properties.

For seasonal owners in particular, the combination of turnkey residences, on-site services, professional rental management, and short-term leasing flexibility creates a very different ownership model from most downtown Sarasota luxury condominiums.

The BayThe QuayRosemary Arts DistrictMain Street

The Story Behind Saravela

A more flexible form of downtown luxury living.

Saravela was conceived as a more flexible form of downtown luxury living.

The Concept

Beyond Traditional Amenities

Rather than focusing only on large residences and traditional condominium amenities, the community combines resort recreation, wellness, family spaces, co-working, pet facilities, hospitality services, retail, smart technology, and professionally managed short-term rental opportunities.

The Location

Bayfront and Arts District

Its location between Sarasota Bay and the Rosemary Arts District reinforces that concept, giving owners easy access to both downtown culture and the waterfront.

Residences & Amenities

One- through four-bedroom residences.

Saravela offers one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, penthouses, and townhomes: 282 residences in all, including 271 condominiums and 11 townhomes.

Residence Type	Approx. Interior Size
One Bedroom	667–856 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom	1,034–1,631 sq. ft.
Three Bedroom	1,569–2,086 sq. ft.
Four Bedroom	1,563–1,865 sq. ft.
Townhomes	1,530–1,915 sq. ft.

The wide range of floor plans allows buyers to choose everything from an efficient downtown pied-à-terre to larger family-oriented residences.

Turnkey Approach

Interior Design

Residences are designed with a contemporary, turnkey approach. Many residences are planned with approximately 11-foot ceilings, creating greater volume and natural light.

Outdoor Living

Views & Outdoor Living

Saravela is not directly waterfront, but select higher-floor residences are positioned to capture combinations of Sarasota Bay, Gulf, city, and pool views depending on elevation and orientation. Private terraces extend the living areas outdoors, while broad glass openings are designed to maximize natural light and views.

VillaControl Connected

Smart Living

Saravela incorporates the VillaControl Connected platform for residence and building access. Planned functions include smart residence locks, digital building and elevator access, parking-gate access, smart thermostats, remote monitoring, security cameras, common-area Wi-Fi, and owner and guest access through a mobile app.

Optional Participation

Short-Term Rental Flexibility

One of Saravela’s most unusual features is its leasing structure. Current community information allows a one-week minimum lease, subject to Association approval, condominium rules, and applicable local regulations. Owners who choose to rent are expected to use the Saravela Rental Program, which is designed to handle reservations, guest screening, housekeeping, maintenance coordination, access, reporting, and hospitality services. Participation is optional, and rental income or occupancy is not guaranteed.

Dog Play Area, Run & Wash

Pet-Friendly Living

Saravela is planned as a pet-friendly community. Current information generally allows up to two pets, with breed restrictions, while amenities include a dog play area, indoor dog run, dog wash, and optional pet services.

12th & 19th Floors

Elevated Pool & Wellness Levels

The 12th-floor amenity deck includes a resort-style pool, hot tub, cabanas, poolside bar and service, putting green, bocce, outdoor movie lawn, fitness center, yoga studio, sauna, hot and cold plunge, and lounge areas. The 19th-floor rooftop adds another pool environment with cabanas, hot tub, owner’s club room, catering kitchen and bar, private dining room, wine vault, fitness and yoga spaces, sauna, cold plunge, fire features, and elevated water views.

Interior Features

Typical features include:

Floor-to-ceiling windows and high ceilings

Private terraces

Open living and dining areas

Italian cabinetry by Aster Cucine

High-end appliances and fixtures

Smart-home technology

In-residence laundry

Designer furnishing packages

More Than 47,000 Square Feet of Amenities

Saravela’s amenity program is one of its defining features. More than 47,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities are distributed across six levels, creating distinct environments for wellness, socializing, family recreation, work, and outdoor living.

Everyday Convenience

Lower-level amenities include:

Residential lobby

Gourmet market and coffee bar

Owner and guest check-in

Package room with refrigeration

Bike storage

Dog play area

Indoor parking

Valet

Guest parking

EV charging

Car-wash area

Co-working space

Private offices

Conference room

Golf simulator

Indoor dog run and dog wash

Family & Social Amenities

Saravela incorporates family-oriented spaces uncommon in many downtown luxury condominiums.

Attended Kids’ Club

Game room

Arcade

Duckpin bowling

Splash pad

Club room with bar

Fire pit

Outdoor grills

Pool table

Landscaped gathering areas

Hospitality-Style Services

This service-oriented approach is intended to make the building work equally well for full-time, seasonal, and part-time owners. Planned services include:

Concierge

Valet parking

Poolside food and beverage service

Optional housekeeping and laundry service

Grocery delivery

Dog walking and pet sitting

Maintenance assistance

Transportation to St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach

Development Team

Role	Company
Developer	GSP Development / GSP Sarasota LLC
Design Architect	Kimmich \| Smith Architecture
Interior Design	ID & Design International
Furnishing Design	Interiors by Steven G.
Landscape Architecture	Kimley-Horn

Lifestyle Policies

What to know before you buy.

Pets	Up to 2 pets
Pet Restrictions	Breed restrictions apply
Leasing	Short-term rentals permitted
Minimum Lease	1 week
Lease Approval	Required
Rental Management	Through Saravela Rental Program
Parking	Secured garage parking
Guest Parking	Yes
Valet	Yes
EV Charging	Yes
Smart Access	VillaControl Connected
Security	Controlled building and garage access

Short-term rental privileges are subject to condominium rules and applicable governmental requirements. Participation in the Saravela Rental Program is optional, and rental income or occupancy is not guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything buyers ask us first.

Where is Saravela Sarasota?

Saravela is planned at 430 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida 34236. The community is positioned between Sarasota’s downtown bayfront and the Rosemary Arts District.

How many residences will Saravela have?

Saravela is planned with 282 residences, including 271 condominiums and 11 townhomes.

How tall will the building be?

Saravela is planned as a 19-story development.

What types of residences are available?

The community includes one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, penthouses, and townhomes.

How large are the residences?

Interior sizes range from approximately 667–856 sq. ft. for one bedrooms, 1,034–1,631 sq. ft. for two bedrooms, 1,569–2,086 sq. ft. for three bedrooms, 1,563–1,865 sq. ft. for four bedrooms, and 1,530–1,915 sq. ft. for townhomes.

What amenities are planned?

Highlights include multiple resort-style pools, hot tubs, cabanas, fitness centers, yoga studios, sauna and cold plunge, golf simulator, putting green, bocce, Kids’ Club, arcade, duckpin bowling, splash pad, co-working space, club rooms, catering kitchen, wine vault, outdoor grills, fire pits, and dog run and dog wash.

Are short-term rentals permitted?

Yes. The current minimum lease period is one week, subject to Association approval, condominium rules, and applicable governmental requirements.

Do owners have to rent their residences?

No. Rental participation is optional. Owners who choose to rent are expected to participate through the centralized Saravela Rental Program.

What does the rental program handle?

The program is designed to coordinate marketing and reservations, guest screening, digital check-in, housekeeping, linen service, inspections, maintenance, owner reporting, tax-remittance support, and concierge requests.

Are pets permitted?

Yes. Current information generally allows up to two pets, subject to breed and community restrictions.

Is parking included?

Yes. Secured garage parking is planned, with one or two spaces depending on residence. Guest parking, valet, and EV charging are also available.

Is Saravela waterfront?

No. Saravela is near Sarasota Bay but is not directly waterfront. Select higher-floor residences may offer partial bay and Gulf views.

Who is developing Saravela?

Saravela is being developed by GSP Development / GSP Sarasota LLC, with architecture by Kimmich | Smith Architecture and interiors by ID & Design International.

What is nearby?

Residents will be close to The Bay, The Quay, Rosemary Arts District, Sarasota Bay, Main Street, downtown restaurants and cafés, performing arts venues, galleries and boutiques, marinas, St. Armands Circle, and Lido Beach.

Does Saravela have an official website?

Yes. saravela.com.

Saravela is a pre-construction development, and floor plans, dimensions, amenities, furnishings, services, policies, fees, views, completion schedules, and rental rules may change before completion.

Short-term rental privileges are also subject to condominium rules and applicable governmental requirements and cannot be guaranteed indefinitely. Buyers should review the current purchase agreement, condominium documents, rental-program terms, and developer disclosures before purchasing.

Buying at Saravela Sarasota

Find your residence.

Choosing a residence at Saravela requires comparison of floor plan, elevation, orientation, terrace, views, parking, furnishings, and intended use.

For buyers interested in rental flexibility, residence size, bedroom count, and participation in the rental program are also important considerations.

With more than four decades of experience representing Sarasota and Longboat Key’s finest properties, Pettingell Professionals helps buyers compare residences and navigate the purchase of new luxury construction.

Selling Your Residence at Saravela Sarasota

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