Barrier island living south of Sarasota
Casey Key is one of the most sought-after barrier islands on Florida's Gulf Coast — a narrow 8-mile stretch of land between the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn Bay, connected to the mainland by just two bridges. It's quiet, low-density, and spectacularly beautiful.
There's no commercial development on Casey Key. No high-rises. No strip malls. Just waterfront homes — many with both Gulf and bay access — surrounded by mature vegetation and old Florida character. Notable residents have chosen Casey Key for exactly this reason: it's one of the last unspoiled barrier islands in the state.
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Some Casey Key properties span the full width of the island — Gulf beach on one side, bay dock on the other. These are among the most coveted properties in Sarasota County.
No commercial zoning, limited access points, and a residential-only character make Casey Key one of the most secluded communities on the coast.
Old-growth trees, undeveloped stretches of beach, and Blackburn Bay's mangrove shoreline give Casey Key a natural feel that's rare on Florida's west coast.
Limited inventory and no room for new development mean Casey Key properties hold their value. Waterfront homes here are generational assets.
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