Janette Schafer

Janette Schafer

Broker Associate at COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
  •   5   (21 reviews)

About Janette

With over two decades of experience and over $350M+ in career sales in the Florida real estate market, Janette Schafer is a highly respected Luxury Property Specialist serving Sarasota, Florida, including the surrounding barrier islands such as Longboat Key, St. Armands Key, Lido Key, Siesta Key, and Casey Key. Her expertise spans high-end waterfront and luxury residences, coastal estates, and luxury condominiums, making her a trusted resource for discerning buyers and sellers across the Gulf Coast. Janette is known for her strategic insight, discretion, and a tailored client experience rooted in professionalism and results. Check out her Zillow and Google reviews to see what past customers have said about Janette and her team! Janette began her real estate career as an investor, acquiring a beachfront rental property in the late 1990s. Her passion for the industry led her to establish Florida Elite Homes, a boutique brokerage she strategically grew to over 34 agents. The firm was ultimately acquired by RelatedISG, a joint venture between The Related Group and ISGWorld—an achievement recognized in The Real Deal publication archives. Today, as a top-producing Broker Associate with Coldwell Banker Realty, Janette draws on decades of market insight, sharp negotiation skills, and strong community relationships to deliver consistent, exceptional results. Her portfolio includes hundreds of successful transactions, including multi-million-dollar waterfront and luxury properties across Florida’s Gulf Coast. Known for her hands-on approach and dedication to white-glove service, Janette has earned the trust of clients ranging from first-time buyers to seasoned investors and international luxury clientele. Her commitment to excellence has earned her consistent 5-star reviews and year after year industry recognition. Whether navigating a complex waterfront sale or curating the perfect luxury lifestyle for a buyer relocating to Sarasota or Longboat Key, Florida, Janette Schafer is the real estate advisor of choice for those seeking experience, integrity, and elevated results. Reach Janette on her direct at (954) 298-7791, email at Janettes1111@Yahoo.com, or simply stop by her office at 100 N Tamiami Trail in Downtown Sarasota, Florida!

Janette's reviews

  5  
Janette has 21 reviewsacross 8 different locations, showing 6.
Review Janette
3 months ago
Honest, Blunt, and Unstoppable—Janette Schafer Delivered Results

I recently had the good fortune to hire and work with Janette Schafer as my real estate professional and Realtor. Janette is supported by an excellent team of coworkers who played a critical role in addressing numerous issues involved in marketing a significant property during these economically challenging times. I chose Janette because she impressed me with her straightforward, blunt, hardworking, and extremely honest approach. In our current market conditions, she upheld those values consistently. She was always available to answer my questions and to solve any problem that arose, with a true “can-do” attitude. I’m grateful for the tireless efforts she and her team put forth. I’m also extremely appreciative of the final result they delivered through hard work, extensive knowledge of the real estate market, and an unwavering no-quit attitude. Janette and her team have earned my highest recommendation! Robert W Attorney At Law

4 months ago
The Schafer team did an excellent job selling my elderly mother's condo.

The Schafer team did an excellent job! They sold my mother's condo sucessfully even though she was in a nursing home and I was living out of state. Nancy from the team patiently assisted with the necessary details such as finding assistance packing and keeping the process on track. They even sent a notary public to the nursing home! And the sale price was right too. I highly recommend this team. Thank you so very much.

almost 4 years ago
Janette has been a trusted REAL ESTATE AGENT

Janette has been a trusted advisor going above and beyond what you would expect from a Real Estate agent. She personally identified a potential property, physically met and worked with the builder on my behalf and negotiated the best deal around when the market was in very high demand. She spent countless personal time making sure the property was secured for me when demand for houses in FL extremely outstripped supply. I could call it luck being at the right place at the right time, but I can't because I resided out of state doing all of this remotely... it was Janette who made sure she was at the right place at the right time to secure a rare opportunity. I can't thank her enough, especially the follow through even for inspection and close. If you want personal, hands-on, always available agents, Janette is your agent. 10+ stars!

over 4 years ago
Easy and knowledgeable experience with Janette she works very hard.

We ended up buying the second house after getting tired of first realtor wasting our time, once we found my house it was fast easy and quickly all within around 30 days. Moving is never easy nor is moving to née state but she handled all my anxiety and fears. She is a CHARLIE HUSTLE in our buying of 2 properties, we won’t use anyone else.

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Janette's properties

Janette has 16 properties for sale and sold 14 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Sale
$699,000
16927 Winthrop Place
Bradenton FL 34202
3
3
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
For Sale
$599,000
3415 71st Avenue East
Sarasota FL 34243
3
2
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
SoldOct 13, 2026
$425,000
2862 Mira Loda Drive
Sarasota FL 34240
1
1
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY and MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
SoldSep 28, 2026
$480,000
6540 Willowshire Way
Bradenton FL 34212
4
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY and COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
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