Cheri Castro
Cheri Mazan Castro is a Florida Gulf Coast real estate advisor and founder of The Castro Group – Florida’s West Coast Connection, helping buyers and sellers navigate homes, neighborhoods, and lifestyle moves across Sarasota, Bradenton, West Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat Key, Palma Sola, and surrounding coastal communities.
Originally from New York, Cheri relocated to Florida in the early 1990s and brings a relocation-savvy perspective that resonates with out-of-state buyers, second-home owners, and clients seeking long-term value along Florida’s West Coast. She understands that buying or selling a home isn’t just about property — it’s about timing, community, and how a place fits into the next chapter of life.
Cheri’s approach to real estate is grounded in clarity, strategy, and local insight. She helps buyers navigate competitive markets and identify homes that align with how they want to live — whether that means established neighborhoods like Palma Sola, coastal communities near Sarasota Bay and Longboat Key, or emerging pockets throughout West Bradenton. Her guidance prioritizes informed decision-making, lifestyle fit, and long-term confidence over short-term trends.
For sellers, Cheri is known for thoughtful pricing, strong positioning, and marketing that extends beyond the MLS. Each property is approached as a custom campaign, supported by search-friendly digital exposure, lifestyle storytelling, and local market context designed to attract qualified buyers. The objective is consistent: clear demand, strategic leverage, and results that reflect the market at its strongest.
Cheri is the host of The American Dream: Selling Sarasota Bay Area, a nationally syndicated real estate and lifestyle show featured on HGTV. Through the show, she highlights the people, neighborhoods, and local businesses that shape life along Florida’s West Coast — keeping her closely connected to shifting buyer preferences and neighborhood momentum throughout the region.
Her work has been recognized locally, including being named among the Top 500 producing real estate agents in Sarasota and Manatee County, reflecting a consistent focus on results, client advocacy, and market expertise.
Beyond real estate, Cheri’s connection to the community extends through entrepreneurship and service. She and her husband, Gary, own Brine Seafood & Raw Bar, a locally rooted oyster bar reflecting their shared commitment to hospitality and small business. Gary’s professional background includes culinary leadership tied to the Baltimore Orioles organization during spring training seasons. Together, they actively support initiatives benefiting cancer causes, autism advocacy, and underprivileged or at-risk youth, believing strong communities are built by investing in people as much as place.
Cheri leads The Castro Group with a concierge-style philosophy centered on integrity, direct communication, and strong advocacy. Clients often describe her as strategic, candid, and steady — someone who simplifies complex decisions without minimizing their importance.
Florida’s West Coast Connection isn’t just a tagline.
It’s how Cheri connects people to place, confidence, and what comes next.
“Luxury isn’t about price — it’s about experience.”
— Quoted in SRQ Magazine
