Ian Black has been a prominent fixture in the Sarasota/Manatee County real estate market since the early 1980’s.
Local real estate developers respect Ian’s creativity and integrity in the real estate business as well as his commitment to the betterment of the community. Indeed, those qualities have earned Ian some of the most prestigious brokerage assignments in the area.
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What our clients say about us….
“Almost immediately after closing, we moved in to our new office. Now that we are occupying it, we can really appreciate the value of your expert advice identifying and subsequently purchasing the building. It was through you through knowledge of the local real estate market coupled with your vast experience in the intricacies of negotiating which allowed us to sign the contract. Your hand holding was instrumental leading us through the intricacies of the legal, as well as financial hurdles. This made it possible for us to become the proud owners of the building which will be the place of our medical practice for years to come. Thank you very much, Ian.” Emese Simon, M.D. and Stephen L Berkes, M.D.
“I have known Ian professionally for over 20 years and he has always acted with an exemplary degree of professionalism. I have benefited from his expertise and we enjoy a mutually advantageous working relationship.” Senator John McKay, Former President of the Florida Senate
“Since relocating our national headquarters to Sarasota, Florida, we have continually recognized Ian Black Real Estate as one of the leading commercial real estate brokers in the region and have benefited from their services on many occasions.” Randall Benderson, Managing Director Benderson Development Company
“Sarasota Architectural Salvage started out in a small building on the fringe of downtown, and, six month later, I realized we could go a lot bigger. I didn’t even know this building on Central Avenue existed and I have to credit the Realtor, Ian Black for finding it for me.”- (on his 10,000 SF two story warehouse) Jesse White, Owner, Sarasota Architectural Salvage.

















