Mark Swanson

Certified Luxury Real Estate Advisor Michael Saunders & Company – St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, Florida

Hello, I’m Mark — a dedicated luxury real estate advisor with Michael Saunders & Company, right here on beautiful St. Armands Circle.

I live on Lido Beach, where my day often begins with coffee on the lanai and ends with breathtaking Gulf sunsets. I truly live the lifestyle I help my customers discover. “I live the lifestyle I promote” isn’t just a tagline — it’s my everyday reality.

With deep Midwest roots and years of real estate experience on Cape Cod and Sarasota, I’ve found an instant connection with the many Sarasota sellers and buyers relocating from the Midwest and Northeast. That shared background creates trust from the very first conversation — and it feels almost magical.

My path into real estate was wonderfully unique. On New Year’s Eve 2015, I met my wife Marie at the Pineapple Drop in downtown Sarasota. I was smitten from first sight. Marie was already a successful real estate broker and owner on Cape Cod, working tirelessly for her clients. If I wanted more time with her, I realized I needed to join her world — so I earned my license and never looked back. The rest, as they say, is history. I am happy say, Marie has now joined me and Michael Saunders in order to bring the same magic we created on the Cape to Sarasota.

Today, Marie and I cherish time together golfing, boating, and making memories with our ten grandchildren. Four of them call me “Coach Papa” on the hockey rink, where I try to pass along the same motto that guides my real estate career: If you want to be the best, you need to work smarter and harder than the rest.

Whether you’re searching for luxury homes for sale on Lido Key, waterfront estates on Longboat Key, Siesta Key condos and single-family homes, Downtown Sarasota luxury condos, or gated estates in Lakewood Ranch, I’m here to guide you with honesty, expertise, and genuine care.

I specialize in helping discerning buyers and sellers navigate Sarasota’s finest offerings — from pristine beachfront properties on the barrier islands to sophisticated bayfront condominiums downtown and resort-style homes in master-planned Lakewood Ranch. Clients value my transparent approach, deep insider knowledge, and commitment to finding the perfect lifestyle fit, not just a property.

At Michael Saunders & Company, we deliver unmatched local expertise and white-glove service. I combine that with straightforward communication and a truly personalized experience tailored to your goals — whether you’re buying your dream waterfront home, investing in a luxury condo, or preparing to sell.

If you’re exploring Sarasota luxury real estate, waterfront properties, or exceptional homes across Lido Key, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Downtown Sarasota, or Lakewood Ranch, I would be honored to help. My promise is simple: clear guidance, exclusive opportunities (including off-market listings), and a partnership built on trust.

Let’s connect. Contact me today for a private consultation or to explore current luxury listings in these sought-after communities. I look forward to speaking with you soon.