Arlene Buckmaster is a second-generation Sarasotan and trusted real estate advisor specializing in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties. Known for her hyperlocal market expertise, Arlene helps buyers and sellers navigate Florida real estate with confidence, whether they’re relocating, purchasing a second home, or investing along the Gulf Coast.
Bilingual in Spanish and a graduate of the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Arlene began her real estate career in Chicago and continues to hold an active Illinois license, offering a valuable dual-market perspective that allows her to expertly guide out-of-state and relocation clients through Florida’s unique real estate landscape.
Arlene holds advanced industry designations including Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA), Certified Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS), and Certified Waterfront Specialist (CWS). She is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS®, the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee, the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, and several professional and civic organizations. Her work has been recognized with RASM’s 2025 Realtors® to Watch Under 40 and Real Producers’ 2024 Sarasota/Manatee Rising Star Award.
Beyond real estate, Arlene is also a Travel Advisor and the Founder of Haute Getaways Travel Agency, where she curates luxury, wellness, and lifestyle-driven travel experiences around the world. This global perspective uniquely positions her to assist clients purchasing second homes, vacation properties, and lifestyle-focused residences. She also curates a wellness lifestyle-focused Amazon Storefront, sharing trusted favorites in home, travel, and wellness.
Arlene is a former TV host on The American Dream TV, an Emmy-nominated national series highlighting real estate, lifestyle, and community. Through the show, she showcased Sarasota’s neighborhoods and Gulf Coast lifestyle to a nationwide audience, further establishing her as a trusted local expert.
When she’s not working with clients, Arlene stays deeply connected to the community by volunteering, exploring new restaurants, attending local events, traveling, and discovering what makes each neighborhood unique. Her passion for Sarasota isn’t just professional, it’s personal.
