Construction Loans in Sarasota, FL
Find lenders offering construction loans in the Sarasota, including Bradenton, Venice, Lakewood Ranch, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 13 lenders.
Construction Lenders Serving Sarasota
13 lenders offering construction loans in the Sarasota, FL area.
New Silver Lending
LocalFL
Direct lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans with no minimum DSCR requirement. Also offers fix-and-flip, bridge, and construction loans.
Vaster
LocalMiami, FL
Commercial bridge loan lender for CRE investors. Flexible short-term financing for acquisition, rehab, and construction.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Broadmark Realty Capital
Seattle, WA
Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.
CoreVest Finance
Irvine, CA
Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.
JPMorgan Chase
New York, NY
Major CMBS originator and commercial lender. Full range of CRE financing including conduit, agency, and balance sheet.
KeyBank Real Estate Capital
Cleveland, OH
Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.
Lima One Capital
Greenville, SC
Private lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans require 1.5+ ratio, min FICO 700. 5, 10, and 30-year options. Up to 75% LTV on purchases.
Merchants Capital
Indianapolis, IN
Bank-backed commercial lender active in 47 states. Over $6.8B in financing. Specializes in multifamily, affordable housing, and healthcare.
PNC Real Estate
Pittsburgh, PA
Top-10 US bank with dedicated commercial real estate lending. Construction, bridge, and permanent financing for major property types.
Stbridge Capital
Los Angeles, CA
Private money lender in California. Bridge, fix-and-flip, and ground-up construction loans. Fast closings for experienced investors.
US Bank
Minneapolis, MN
Fifth-largest US bank. CRE lending including construction, permanent, and SBA loans. Strong in multifamily and affordable housing.
Wells Fargo
San Francisco, CA
Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.
Sarasota Commercial Real Estate Market
Sarasota's commercial real estate market has benefited from accelerating population growth and wealth migration, particularly from the Northeast and Midwest, making it one of the fastest-growing metros on Florida's Gulf Coast. The downtown core along Main Street and the Rosemary District has seen significant mixed-use and boutique office development, while Lakewood Ranch — one of the top-selling master-planned communities in the U.S. — anchors commercial growth to the east. Medical office demand is elevated, driven by Sarasota Memorial Hospital's expansion and a growing population of retirees. The University Town Center area has emerged as a major retail and office node competing with the traditional downtown market.
Key Economic Drivers
- ●Lakewood Ranch master-planned community driving suburban office, medical, and retail demand
- ●Sarasota Memorial Hospital system expansion and medical office construction
- ●Wealth migration from high-tax states fueling luxury retail and boutique office demand
- ●University Town Center corridor as a regional retail and Class A office hub
Market Insight
Sarasota County saw one of the highest rates of net domestic in-migration per capita among Florida counties in recent years, and the resulting demand pressure has pushed commercial land prices up significantly — particularly in the Fruitville Road and Palmer Ranch corridors.
Construction Loans in Sarasota, Florida
Commercial construction loans fund new development or major rehabilitation projects. Funds are disbursed in stages as construction progresses. Most are short-term (12-36 months) and convert to permanent financing upon completion. In the Sarasota metro area, borrowers can access 13 lenders offering Construction financing, including Bradenton, Venice, Lakewood Ranch, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $500K to $100M with rates from 7% - 10%.
Who Should Consider Construction Loans?
- Ground-up development
- Major renovations
- Land + construction
- Build-to-suit projects
Key Requirements
- Detailed construction plans and budget
- Licensed general contractor
- Building permits
- Development experience (strongly preferred)
- 20-35% equity
Advantages
- ✓Interest only on drawn funds
- ✓Funds disbursed as needed
- ✓Can include land acquisition
- ✓Construction-to-permanent options available
Considerations
- •Requires detailed plans and budgets
- •Draw schedule inspections
- •Higher rates during construction
- •Completion risk on borrower
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