There is a distinct advantage that comes from being raised within the world of real estate, and for John Schafer, that foundation has shaped both his perspective and the level of expertise he brings to every client.

As a second-generation professional dedicated to Sarasota’s luxury residential market, John operates from a top-producing Coldwell Banker Realty Global Luxury office in Downtown Sarasota. With over eight years of experience and more than $350 million in career sales, he specializes in premier coastal and in-town communities including Downtown Sarasota, West of Trail, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and Casey Key.

Raised in a real estate-focused family, John’s understanding of the industry was shaped long before he ever represented his first client. He grew up surrounded by conversations around market cycles, investment strategy, construction, and long-term value. His mother, Janette Schafer, built and successfully sold a boutique brokerage, instilling in him the importance of client relationships and high-level execution. His father’s more than three decades in the construction industry gave him a trained eye for quality, structure, and the true substance behind a property. His brother, a seasoned real estate investor, further sharpened his perspective on opportunity, risk, and return. Combined with John’s own experience managing luxury development projects valued at $30 million, this foundation allows him to approach every transaction with a rare, well-rounded perspective that blends lifestyle, construction, and investment strategy.

This depth of knowledge, paired with a disciplined and analytical approach, has quickly set John apart in the Sarasota market. Recognized as a Rising Star in Real Producers and ranked among the Top 500 agents in Sarasota and Manatee County for 2024, he has built a reputation for delivering precise, real-time market insights and executing with intention. When exclusively hired, John operates with a clear responsibility to his clients, focused on securing the strongest price the market will bear while ensuring a seamless and dependable closing experience.

Originally from Baltimore, John has lived the Florida coastal lifestyle since childhood and brings that same energy into his work and client relationships. He earned degrees in Business Economics and Entrepreneurship from Florida Atlantic University and continues to combine analytical expertise with a highly personalized, white-glove experience.

Reach John on his direct at (954) 298-6229, email at [email protected], or simply stop by his office at 100 N Tamiami Trl in Downtown Sarasota, Florida!