Testimonials

Leighton has been a wealth of information for us. We have asked him to look for property for us and give recommendations and answer questions about areas of town. It has been a great experience.
Thank you,
Lindsey and Chip

Nemec Construction

I have extensive experience in residential and commercial real estate acquisition and development. Leighton Allenby is the best realtor I have ever worked with. He is smart, aggressive, hard-working and creative. While most realtors are finished when escrow closes and they have received their commission, Leighton demonstrates his ability to be an owner's representative who provides advice and direction to improve the property recently acquired. Leighton has extensive experience in all aspects of real estate acquisition and development and he brings great value to any project, both commercial and residential. All that is required is to describe what you are looking for, and Leighton will work tirelessly to find your property and expertly guide you through the negotiation, due diligence phase, and the post-escrow closing improvement of the property. I highly recommend Leighton Allenby.

Jeffrey Newhouse

Newhouse Associates

Longboat Key, Lakewood Ranch, FL & CA

Completed a high end transaction. Very knowledgeable on all facets of deal. Leighton knows what he is doing. Extensive experience with all phases of construction and does what he says he will. I can enthusiastically recommend him

We have worked with Leighton for years and have always had an awesome experience. He is super knowledgeable and always available to answer questions and provides prompt and accurate information to help guide you through the process. Highly recommend!

Leighton is a true pro and so great to work with. He listed our place at a considerably higher price than another realtor, showed it and closed it in record time for a great price. He is buttoned up and knows the Sarasota market cold. I recommend him without reservation. He’s also a great guy to work with. List it with Leighton and start packing.

When you have Leighton as your realtor, you get an A-level professional.  You will be more than pleased with the results and experience.  As a colleague and friend for more than a decade, I can say with confidence in high-end residential real estate, nobody does it better, period.   

"Don Delaney, International Family Office"

Leighton is responsible, industrious, capable, tough, and fair. We had been working on a renovation for many years and it was stuck, and Leighton managed to get it going, set a schedule, and get it completed on time. He brought in additional staff, who were all excellent, and he oversaw their work meticulously. We'd never have made it into our house without him. In addition, he is unfailingly pleasant to work with and he has many keen insights about building and property management. I recommend him unconditionally. 

Andrew Solomon, Author.

When you find the opportunity to work with someone who has extensive experience working with luxury homes.

Leighton was truly exceptional.  He has an extensive background in working with luxury homes, including overseeing extensive renovations (tens of millions of dollars for each project) for some of the most exquisite homes in the nation.  He's worked with 2 presidents, some of the top businessmen in the world, and top celebrities.   It helps that he has a keen eye for design and quality.

With his keen eye for detail and fierce determination getting the best possible price for the sale of my home and purchase of my new home on Longboat Key, I feel I was able to get the best possible prices on both sides of the transactions.

Leighton was ALWAYS available for home tours!  His responsiveness is incredible.  He answered my questions on evenings and weekends.  He typically answered his phone immediately.  If he didn't, he called back or responded by text within 5 minutes.

When you choose to work with Leighton, (and I HIGHLY recommend you do) he will make contact with you quickly and invite you to meet anywhere that’s convenient for you to discuss what you want, deal breakers, price ranges, neighborhoods, etc. After you finish, he will give you his opinion/feedback and ask follow-up questions.  He will suggest you check out things you might not have considered, etc.

Once I found the right place, he turned into a fierce strategist and got us the place within 24 hours of it being on the market with a preemptive offer! He employed financing strategies that I wouldn’t have thought of.  Leighton is just AMAZING!

Leighton’s indispensable line of communications with all vendors and parties involved, facilitated a smooth path to closing. His advocacy moved mountains! I consider myself extremely lucky and blessed to have had him as my realtor! I would rate him higher than 5 stars if I could! I will eternally be grateful that he helped me find my beautiful home. 

Michele De Santis, Financial Services and Author

I have known Leighton to be knowledgeable, diligent, thorough and trustworthy

“Joe S.”

Extremely knowledgeable and helpful! Leighton is great to work with.

Justin Schwartz

Sage AV

Hard to find a more dedicated, competent and client pleasing results-oriented organization anywhere. No challenge too difficult. No task refused. So very pleased to have been supported by Allenby.

“Adam G”

Leighton Allenby's thoroughness and attention to detail in all his endeavors is impressive. He treats his clients with utmost professionalism.

“Joanne M.”

I've worked with Leighton for several years now. He's a gifted person focused on helping others and taking care of what's needed be it care for your property to helping you find that new dream home. Trust Leighton to do right by you. “Ray”

Leighton Allenby is one of the most professional, genuine, hardworking people with whom I've ever had the privilege of working. He pays meticulous attention to detail, has tremendous expertise, and brings a kind heart to all that he does. I highly recommend his services!

“Thomas C”