Barry Seidel
Founder & President / REALTOR©
Barry Seidel is the founder and president of American Property Group of Sarasota, Inc., bringing over 39 years of commercial real estate expertise to Southwest Florida. Since establishing APG in 1987, Barry has built one of the region's most respected commercial brokerages — a second-generation firm now led alongside his sons Brian and Adam Seidel.
Barry specializes in the sale and leasing of commercial properties throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties, with deep expertise in retail spaces, vacant land, restaurant sales, and 1031 exchanges. Over the course of his career, Barry has facilitated over 500 restaurant sales and countless commercial transactions across Southwest Florida — a track record that reflects both his market knowledge and his ability to simplify complex deals for clients at every level.
Recognized as a CoStar Power Broker for seven consecutive years — among the top commercial brokers in the Sarasota/Tampa/St. Petersburg market based on total leasing transactions — Barry's reputation in the industry is built on integrity, trust, and results. Whether working with a first-time buyer acquiring their first building or a seasoned investor executing a 1031 exchange, Barry brings the same depth of experience and client-first focus to every transaction.
Today, Barry plays a senior advisory role at APG, drawing on decades of market experience to support the firm's continued growth. For active listings and day-to-day transactions, Barry's sons Brian Seidel, CCIM and Adam Seidel lead the brokerage team — continuing the family legacy of excellence in Southwest Florida commercial real estate.
Looking for a commercial real estate expert in Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, or Port Charlotte? The American Property Group team carries forward Barry's decades-long commitment to client-focused, results-driven commercial real estate service throughout Southwest Florida.
Contact Barry Seidel
Office: 941-923-0535 ext.302
barry@americanpropertygroup.com
Why Work With American Property Group
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Barry Seidel has over 35 years of commercial real estate experience in Southwest Florida, specializing in retail properties, vacant land, restaurant sales, and 1031 exchanges throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties. He founded American Property Group in 1987 and has facilitated over 500 restaurant sales and countless commercial transactions throughout his career.
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CoStar Power Broker awards recognize the top commercial real estate brokers in a market based on total transaction volume. Barry Seidel was named a CoStar Power Broker in the Sarasota/Tampa/St. Petersburg market for seven consecutive years based on total leasing transactions closed — placing him among the most active commercial brokers in Southwest Florida.
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A 1031 exchange allows real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting proceeds from a property sale into a like-kind replacement property. Barry Seidel has extensive experience guiding clients through 1031 exchanges involving commercial properties throughout Southwest Florida. Contact APG at (941) 923-0535 to discuss your exchange timeline and property options.
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American Property Group was founded by Barry Seidel in 1987 and is now actively led by his sons Brian Seidel, CCIM and Adam Seidel, along with a full team of commercial real estate specialists. The firm remains family-owned and locally operated, serving buyers, sellers, tenants, and landlords throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties.
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APG serves the entire Southwest Florida market including Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Osprey, Englewood, Port Charlotte, Palmetto, Parrish, and Lakewood Ranch across Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties.
