🏡 Move or Build an Addition in Sarasota? Here’s What Local Homeowners Should Know
Feeling cramped in your current home, but love your Sarasota neighborhood? You’re not alone. Many homeowners across Sarasota, Bradenton, and Venice are asking the same question:
“Should I move — or should I build a home addition?”
At Homes By Strong, we’ve helped hundreds of local families turn their existing homes into their dream homes through strategic, seamless additions. Here’s how to decide what’s right for you — and why building an addition in Sarasota is often the smarter long-term move.
Why Moving Isn’t Always the Best Move
🏠 Low Inventory
Sarasota’s housing market remains tight, especially in desirable areas like Palmer Ranch, Gulf Gate, The Oaks, Bird Key, and Siesta Key. The right home with the right layout might not exist — or could take months to find.
💰 High Transaction Costs
Selling and buying a new home comes with big price tags:
Realtor commissions (5–6%)
Closing costs and moving expenses
Mortgage rate resets
Renovations on the new house to make it “yours”
🔁 Starting Over
A new house might mean new schools, a longer commute, or leaving the neighbors and community you love.
In contrast, building a custom home addition means staying where you’re planted — while gaining the space and upgrades you truly need.
When It’s Better to Build a Home Addition
✅ You love your lot, your location, and your home's style
✅ You need one or two more rooms, not a whole new house
✅ You have equity to invest in expanding your current space
✅ You want to increase resale value while enjoying your upgrades
Whether you need a second-story suite, a garage apartment, or a sun-filled home office, additions give you flexibility without the chaos of relocating.
Popular Home Additions in Sarasota Right Now
🛏 In-Law Suites & Guest Houses — Offer privacy and comfort to parents, in-laws, or adult children
🚗 Garage Conversions — Turn your garage into a gym, office, teen lounge, or income unit
🧱 Primary Suite Additions — Add luxury to your lifestyle with spa baths and walk-ins
📚 Home Offices + Flex Rooms — Create productive, peaceful work-from-home zones
☀️ Lanai Enclosures — Expand your living space into the Florida sunshine — year-round
🏗 Second-Story Expansions — Maximize space on tight lots without sacrificing the backyard
All additions are designed to blend seamlessly with your home’s architecture and meet Sarasota’s FEMA, zoning, and flood zone standards.
Why Sarasota Homeowners Choose Homes By Strong
✅ We Specialize in Additions — That’s all we do. We’re not distracted by remodels or custom home builds.
✅ Local Code Experts — From Palmer Ranch to The Oaks to Venice Island, we know the rules, permits, and zoning by heart.
✅ Architectural Precision — Your new space will feel like it was always part of the original house.
✅ Faster, Smarter Process — Design + permit + build with one clear point of contact.
✅ Transparent Pricing — No surprises. Just honest estimates, clear timelines, and beautiful results.
📞 Thinking about making a move? Let’s talk before you list. Call (941) 914-5949 or visit www.HomesByStrongSarasota.com to schedule your free home addition consultation today.
