Unlisted & Coming Soon Homes in Sarasota, Nokomis & Venice, FL

By Geri Scheckner, Broker Associate, Bright Realty · Updated October 2026

Short answer: Some of the best homes in Sarasota, Nokomis and Venice are sold to buyers who heard about them before they showed up on Zillow or Realtor.com. Geri Scheckner, Broker Associate with Bright Realty, keeps a private buyer list and calls those buyers first about coming-soon homes, homes she is renovating as an investor, and sellers who want a quiet sale. To get on the list, call or text 941-356-0652.

Where unlisted homes come from

• Coming-soon listings that sellers are getting ready to list
• Renovated homes Geri is finishing as an investor
• Private sellers who prefer fewer showings, such as estates, retirees and relocating owners
• Owners of expired listings who may still sell to the right buyer
• Geri's network of local agents, builders and investors built over 40+ years in Sarasota

How to get first look

1. Call or text Geri at 941-356-0652.
2. Share your towns, price range, beds, baths and must-haves (pool, no HOA, garage, close to the beach).
3. Get pre-approved or show proof of funds so you can move quickly.
4. Geri calls you when something fits, often before it is public.

Why buyers work with Geri

Geri has more than 50 years of real estate experience and has helped with 280+ home sales, with 5-star reviews on Zillow. Because she also buys and renovates homes, she can tell you what a house really needs before you make an offer. Selling instead? See Geri's cash offer and guaranteed sale* programs.

Learn the areas

Read Geri's guides to Sarasota, Nokomis and Venice, compare Sarasota vs. Nokomis vs. Venice, or see buyer questions for Sarasota, Nokomis and Venice.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find homes for sale in Sarasota that are not online yet?

Work with a local agent who hears about homes before they hit Zillow. Geri Scheckner keeps a list of buyers and calls them first about coming-soon homes, renovated homes she is finishing as an investor, and sellers who want a quiet sale. Call 941-356-0652.

What does coming soon mean in real estate?

A coming-soon home is one the seller plans to list shortly. Depending on MLS rules and the seller's choices, it may be marketed for a short time before showings start.

Are off-market homes cheaper?

Not always. The main advantage is less competition, so you may avoid bidding wars and have more room to negotiate terms.

Does it cost anything to get on Geri's list?

No. Buyers pay nothing to get on Geri's list. Tell her your price range, towns and must-haves.

Which areas does Geri cover?

Sarasota, Nokomis, Venice and nearby Sarasota County communities.

Talk to Geri

Call or text Geri Scheckner at 941-356-0652 or email Geri@GeriMail.com. Find Geri on Zillow, Google, Realtor.com, Homes.com and Facebook.

*Certain conditions apply. Geri Scheckner, Broker Associate, Bright Realty · 5218 Station Way, Sarasota, FL 34233 · 941-356-0652. All homes are marketed in line with MLS rules and fair housing laws.