A local real estate Sales Associate who answers the phone, knows Sarasota County street by street, and gives you a straight answer.
I'm Michael Putnam, a licensed Florida real estate Sales Associate with Putnam Realty Group, serving Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, North Port, Wellen Park, and the surrounding Sarasota County communities.
I've spent about 25 years in real estate and have lived in Sarasota County for roughly 16 of them. Before Florida, I grew up in Weymouth, Massachusetts, just south of Boston. Over the years I've owned and managed rental and vacation properties, and worked with single-family homes, condos, beach homes, and manufactured homes. That hands-on experience, including years spent studying property values closely, is why I can look at a home and talk honestly about what actually drives its price - not just quote you a number.
That's also why I built Florida Home Value AI: to give homeowners a real, data-backed starting point using Sarasota County public records, then a straight conversation if they want one. No call center, no pressure. Just me.
Michael Putnam · Sales Associate, SL3220671 · Putnam Realty Group · Broker: Brian Putnam Jr., BK3276432 · 941-662-9941
Real reviews from people I've worked with here in Sarasota County, via Google.
"Michael Putnam helped our family find a rental home in North Port, and the process couldn't have gone smoother. His knowledge of the local market and over 20 years of real estate experience really showed throughout the search. He was always available, honest, and willing to go the extra mile to help us find the right fit. When it's time for us to buy a home somewhere between Venice and Sarasota, Michael will be our first call. Highly recommend!"
"My wife and I had a wonderful experience working with Michael while searching for a commercial space for our new business. Michael provided friendly, professional service throughout the entire process and was always responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. He made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward. It was truly a pleasure doing business with Michael, and we highly recommend him to anyone looking for commercial real estate assistance!"
"Michael Putnam stands out from other agents I've worked with. He's been in Sarasota County for 18+ years and it shows - he knows the neighborhoods, the pricing, and the process. What I appreciated most was his honesty. He told me exactly what my home was worth based on actual sales data, not just what I wanted to hear. If you're in Nokomis, Venice, or the surrounding area, Michael is your guy."
"We spoke with Michael about selling our property in Sarasota County (Gulf Gate Estates) and really appreciated how clearly he explained the different listing approaches. He gave us his insights based on his own experiences in the real estate industry. Michael answered all of our questions without any sales pressure. You can tell he genuinely wants homeowners to understand their options. Very professional experience."
"I reached out to Michael with questions about selling a property in Sarasota County (North Port FL), and he was very generous with his time and knowledge. He explained different listing options in a way that was easy to understand. Helpful, professional, and not pushy at all."
"Mike Putnam helped me with some interior improvements at my condo on Venice Island while I have it listed for sale. He made thoughtful real estate related suggestions that helped make the property more appealing during showings and open houses. He also shared helpful insights about vacation rentals based on his own experience and emailed me comparable real estate sales to assist with pricing strategy. He has an expansive real estate knowledge base."
"Working with Michael during our home search in North Port, Venice, and Sarasota was a pleasant experience. He was responsive, professional, and took the time to understand what we were looking for. We always felt informed and supported throughout the process. We did purchase our home and Michael represented us from start to finish."
"Michael Putnam is extremely responsive and punctual. He communicates clearly and follows through on everything he says. So far, it's been a very positive experience working with him."
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