VUE Sarasota Bay

VUE Sarasota Bay is an 18-story luxury condominium with 141 residences at 1155 North Gulfstream Avenue in downtown Sarasota, completed in 2017 beside The Westin Sarasota and overlooking Sarasota Bay. Developed by Kolter Urban and designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates, VUE offers two- and three-bedroom residences, many with dens, along with Plaza residences and six penthouse types. Interior sizes range from approximately 1,427 to 3,271 square feet, with private elevator foyers, approximately 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, oversized terraces, European-style cabinetry, premium appliances, spa-inspired baths, two secured parking spaces, and climate-controlled storage. Amenities include an elevated bayfront pool deck and spa, fitness center, Club Room and bar, Resident Lounge, Board Room/business center, concierge services, 24/7 reception, and a landscaped pedestrian connection to The Westin Sarasota.

VUE Sarasota Bay

Contemporary Bayfront Living in Downtown Sarasota

VUE Sarasota Bay occupies one of downtown Sarasota's most recognizable waterfront locations at the northwest corner of U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue. The building sits beside The Westin Sarasota, with Sarasota Bay to the west and downtown Sarasota immediately to the east and south.

VUE is an 18-story reinforced-concrete condominium completed in 2017 with 141 residences, designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates in a contemporary coastal style with floor-to-ceiling glass and private elevator access.

VUE remains one of downtown Sarasota's most recognizable modern high-rises, combining bay and city views, private elevator residences, resort-style amenities, and immediate access to Sarasota's waterfront and downtown lifestyle.

141

Private residences

2017

Year completed

18

Stories

1,427–3,271 ft²

Interior living areas

Six

Penthouse types

Why Buyers Love VUE Sarasota Bay

A residence type for every buyer.

VUE combines water views, contemporary architecture, private elevator living, and a highly walkable downtown location. The broad range of residence types allows buyers to choose among more compact two-bedroom layouts, larger den residences, Plaza homes, or penthouses.

Terrace size and orientation also vary meaningfully by floor, so the character of individual homes can differ substantially even within the same basic floor plan.

The elevated pool deck, fitness center, social spaces, concierge service, secured parking, and climate-controlled storage support both year-round and seasonal living, all within close reach of Sarasota Bay, Marina Jack, downtown cultural venues, The Bay Park, St. Armands Circle, and Lido Beach.

Sarasota BayMarina JackThe Bay ParkDowntown Sarasota

The Story Behind VUE Sarasota Bay

A contemporary landmark on the bayfront.

VUE Sarasota Bay was developed during a major period of reinvestment along Sarasota's downtown waterfront, completed in 2017 as an 18-story condominium with 141 residences, paired with The Westin Sarasota on the prominent corner of Gulfstream Avenue and U.S. 41.

The Developer

Kolter Urban

Developed by Kolter Urban and designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates, VUE's design helped introduce a more contemporary architectural language to the downtown bayfront, with extensive glass, projecting terraces, and private elevator access.

Completed 2017

A Wide Range of Floor Plans

Rather than relying on only a few repeated layouts, VUE was designed with numerous residence families, from compact Plaza homes to expansive penthouses, giving buyers a wide range of floor-plan types within a single building.

Today, VUE remains one of downtown Sarasota's most recognizable modern high-rises, combining bay and city views, private elevator residences, resort-style amenities, and immediate access to Sarasota's waterfront and downtown lifestyle.

Residences & Amenities

Plaza homes, tower residences, six penthouses.

VUE Sarasota Bay contains 141 residences across Plaza, standard tower, and Penthouse configurations. Interior sizes range from approximately 1,427 to 3,271 square feet, with many homes offering two or three bedrooms plus den, private elevator foyers, and substantial terraces.

Largest Standard Plan

A2 / A3

Most Compact Plan

Plaza 04

Largest Penthouse

PH2

Signature Feature

Private Elevator Foyers

Residence Type	Approx. Interior Area
G1	1,563 sq. ft.
G2	1,583 sq. ft.
H2	1,597 sq. ft.
F	1,702 sq. ft.
C1	1,723 sq. ft.
C2	1,733 sq. ft.
D	1,811 sq. ft.
B1	1,930 sq. ft.
B2	1,935 sq. ft.
E1 / E2 / E3	approx. 2,285–2,325 sq. ft.
A2 / A3	approx. 2,488–2,492 sq. ft.

Plaza Residences

Plaza Residence	Approx. Interior Area
Plaza 01	2,200 sq. ft.
Plaza 02	1,820 sq. ft.
Plaza 03	1,561 sq. ft.
Plaza 04	1,427 sq. ft.

Penthouse Collection

Penthouse Type	Approx. Interior Area
PH7	2,546 sq. ft.
PH6	2,701 sq. ft.
PH5	2,815 sq. ft.
PH8	2,880 sq. ft.
PH1	2,924 sq. ft.
PH2	3,271 sq. ft.

Terrace size varies by floor even within the same basic floor plan, so two residences with similar interior square footage can offer noticeably different outdoor living areas. Many residences have been customized or renovated since completion, so present-day interiors can differ substantially from the original plans.

Owners enjoy:

Amenities reflect current Association information for VUE Sarasota Bay.

Elevated bayfront resort-style pool

Spa

Bay VUE Grill

Fitness center

Club Room and bar

Catering kitchen

Resident Lounge

Board Room / business center

Concierge, 24/7 reception

On-site property management

Climate-controlled resident storage

Bicycle storage

Secured garage parking

Pedestrian connection to The Westin Sarasota

Lifestyle Policies

What to know before you buy.

Pets	Up to 2 domesticated pets permitted for owners.
Leasing	Minimum 3-month lease term; maximum 2 leases commenced per calendar year.
Lease Approval	Prior written Association approval required.
Unit Use	Residential and/or home-office use, subject to applicable rules.
Parking	2 secured garage spaces per residence.
Guest Parking	On-site guest parking available.
Storage	Climate-controlled resident storage.
Bicycle Storage	Available in the garage.
Private Elevators	Access-controlled elevators open to individual residence foyers.
Service Elevators	Separate service elevators for moves, deliveries, contractors, and vendors.
Renovations	Association approval required for applicable architectural modifications.
Flooring	Hard-surface flooring requires approved sound-control underlayment.

Association rules, fees, assessments, leasing restrictions, pet policies, parking assignments, renovation requirements, amenities, management, and building procedures may change over time. Buyers and sellers should verify current information directly with the Association and property management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything buyers ask us first.

Where is VUE Sarasota Bay?

VUE is located at 1155 North Gulfstream Avenue, Sarasota, Florida 34236, beside The Westin Sarasota and overlooking Sarasota Bay.

When was VUE Sarasota Bay completed?

VUE Sarasota Bay was completed in 2017.

How many residences are there?

There are 141 residences.

How tall is the building?

VUE is an 18-story condominium tower.

Who developed VUE Sarasota Bay?

The community was developed by Kolter Urban.

Who designed the building?

The architecture was designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates.

What types of residences are available?

VUE includes Plaza residences, standard tower residences, two- and three-bedroom plans, numerous den configurations, and six penthouse types.

How large are the residences?

Interior sizes range from approximately 1,427 to 3,271 square feet.

Are there penthouses?

Yes. The penthouse types range from approximately 2,546 to 3,271 square feet, with PH2 the largest recorded type at approximately 3,271 square feet.

Do residences have private elevators?

Yes. Access-controlled elevators open directly into private residential foyers, while separate service elevators handle contractors, deliveries, and moves.

Do terrace sizes vary by floor?

Yes. Certain floor plans have different terrace dimensions depending on elevation, so two residences with the same basic interior plan can offer noticeably different outdoor living areas.

What amenities does VUE Sarasota Bay offer?

Amenities include an elevated bayfront pool, spa, Bay VUE Grill, fitness center, Club Room and bar, catering kitchen, Resident Lounge, Board Room, business center, concierge, on-site management, climate-controlled storage, bicycle storage, and secured garage parking.

Are pets permitted?

Yes. Owners may keep up to two domesticated pets, subject to Association rules.

Are rentals permitted?

Yes. The minimum lease term is three months, with a maximum of two leases commenced per calendar year. Prior Association approval is required.

Can owners use their residence as a home office?

Yes, subject to applicable laws and Association rules.

How many parking spaces come with a residence?

Each residence is designed with two secured garage spaces. Exact assignments should be confirmed for the individual unit.

Is storage included?

Yes. Climate-controlled resident storage is located within the garage level.

Can owners renovate their residences?

Yes, subject to Association approval and applicable permits. Hard-surface flooring must comply with the building's sound-control requirements.

Is The Westin Sarasota part of VUE?

No. VUE Sarasota Bay and The Westin Sarasota are separate properties, but they are directly adjacent and connected by a landscaped pedestrian walkway.

What is nearby?

Residents are close to Sarasota Bay, Marina Jack, Bayfront Park, The Bay Park, downtown Sarasota, the Sarasota Opera House, Florida Studio Theatre, the Ringling Causeway, St. Armands Circle, and Lido Beach.

Buying at VUE Sarasota Bay

Find your residence.

With numerous residence types, varying terrace configurations, and very different view orientations, choosing a home at VUE Sarasota Bay requires careful comparison. Buyers should consider floor-plan type, elevation, Sarasota Bay exposure, downtown and bridge views, terrace size, interior renovation, parking location, storage, and private elevator configuration. Two residences with similar interior square footage may offer substantially different experiences depending on floor and position. Some emphasize direct bay and sunset views, while others capture downtown Sarasota, Marina Jack, the Ringling Causeway, or a combination of water and city perspectives. With more than four decades of experience representing Sarasota and Longboat Key's finest properties, Pettingell Professionals helps buyers understand these distinctions and make informed, property-specific decisions.

Selling Your Residence at VUE Sarasota Bay

Tell your residence's story.

Today's luxury buyers begin their search long before they schedule a showing. They compare communities, study floor plans, evaluate views and locations, and look for reliable information about the details that affect ownership. That's why we've created one of Sarasota's most comprehensive luxury condominium and residential community guides. Our goal is simple. When someone searches for VUE Sarasota Bay or 1155 North Gulfstream Avenue, we want them to find accurate, informative, and complete information about the community. More importantly, we want your residence to be part of that discovery. A VUE residence should not be presented as simply another downtown Sarasota condominium. Its floor plan, elevation, Sarasota Bay and city views, terrace configuration, interior upgrades, parking, storage, and private elevator access are all important parts of its story. Combined with exceptional photography, aerial imagery when appropriate, cinematic video, strategic digital marketing, and more than four decades of experience representing Sarasota and Longboat Key's finest properties, we position your residence where today's luxury buyers begin their search.

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