There is a growing movement of people who want to spend less time in cars. Some want to do their part to cut down on using fossil fuels. Some really like the live/work lifestyle, so they work from home to avoid a commute. And some just prefer the simplicity and enjoyment of being able to walk or bike wherever they need to go. If you're one of those people and you're looking for a home in Sarasota, I've got good and bad news for you.
The bad news is that Sarasota is pretty car-dependent. According to WalkScore.com, a service that scores walkability for any address, Sarasota gets a walkability score of 49 out of 100. That means you're going to need a car for most of your errands throughout the city. However, there are some pockets where car-free living