521 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228
- $599,900
- 2
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 1,440
- SqFt
- List Price
- $599,900
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 1
- MLS#
- A4706685
- Property Style
- Townhouse
- Architectural Style
- Coastal, Elevated, Traditional
- Year Built
- 1990
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Baths Half
- 1
- Living Area
- 1,440
- Lot Size
- 92,138
- Acres
- 2.12
- Total Acreage
- 2 to less than 5
- Building Name
- N/A
- Monthly Condo Fee
- 945
- Legal Subdivision Name
- Cedars East Sec 2
- Community Name
- Cedars East
- MLS Area Major
- Longboat Key
Property Description
Discover your ultimate island escape in this beautifully updated, fully furnished, and pet-friendly 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome located within the desirable Cedars Tennis Resort & Club on Longboat Key. Set across a lush, village-like community enveloped by nature on the island's scenic north end, this property offers a rare combination of relaxed coastal living and an excellent short-term rental opportunity featuring a flexible two-week policy. Step inside to find a turnkey, coastal-chic interior highlighted by crisp shiplap accents, warm wood-style flooring, and elegant metallic hardware throughout. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, premium stone countertops, custom tile backsplash, and a breakfast bar with seating, all while offering a subtle peekaboo views of the glistening Gulf of Mexico. It flows seamlessly into a bright dining space framed by a shell-pendant chandelier and an inviting living room that opens through sliding glass doors to a private, screened lanai framed by tropical palms and water views. Upstairs, the layout is designed for comfort and convenience. The primary suite serves as a serene retreat with water views, large closet space, and barn-door entry into an upgraded bathroom featuring dual vanities, white shiplap walls, and a walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling marble tile and gold hardware accents. Just down the hall, the secondary bedroom, which also catches a peekaboo Gullf view, is accompanied by a second full bathroom and ther is also a dedicated upstairs laundry closet with front-loading washer and dryer units. Outside, the property enjoys tranquil views of lush tropical foliage and a quiet island setting, complete with recent structural and mechanical improvements like updated windows, a brand new roof, 2021 air conditioning units, and a private garage with recently install hurricane rated garage door. Cedars Tennis Club provides an unmatched resort-style atmosphere. Meander along lit boardwalks winding through mangroves to access an exceptional array of community amenities, including a heated Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, a vibrant tiki bar, nine Har-Tru tennis courts, three Har-Tru pickleball courts, a clubhouse with a pro shop, a 24-hour fitness center, an on-site Google 5-star restaurant Hugo's II, a fishing pier, and a kayak launch (please note that some amenities require an additional club membership). When you are ready to venture out, you are within easy walking distance of Longboat Key's world-renowned sugary white sand beaches, the tranquil trails of Joan Durante Park, and local culinary staples like Harry's Deli & Continental Kitchen, Lo-Key Bar and Grill and Euphemia Haye Restaurant & The Haye Loft. For broader entertainment, shopping, and cultural experiences, St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, the Ringling Museum complex, Mote Marine and Anna Maria Island are just a short drive away. Whether you are searching for the dream beach house, a lucrative investment property, or your own private full-time retreat complete with stunning evening sunsets, this Longboat Key gem delivers on every front.
Additional Information
- Taxes
- $3494
- Minimum Lease
- 2 Weeks
- Maintenance Includes
- Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Condo Fees
- $2836
- Condo Fees Term
- Quarterly
- Location
- Cul-De-Sac, City Limits, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End, Paved, Private
- Community Features
- Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Maintenance Free
- Property Description
- Three+ Story, Attached
- Zoning
- R3MX/PC
- Interior Layout
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Interior Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Floor
- Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
- Heating
- Central
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Exterior Construction
- Block, Cement Siding, Frame
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s)
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Community
- Garage Carport
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Garage Features
- Oversized
- Elementary School
- Anna Maria Elementary
- Middle School
- Martha B. King Middle
- High School
- Bayshore High
- Water Name
- Sarasota Bay
- Water Extras
- Fishing Pier
- Water View
- Gulf/Ocean - Partial, Pond
- Water Access
- Bay/Harbor, Beach - Access Deeded, Intracoastal Waterway
- Water Frontage
- Bay/Harbor
- Pets
- Allowed
- Pet Size
- Extra Large (101+ Lbs.)
- Flood Zone Code
- AE
- Parcel ID
- 7927305008
- Legal Description
- UNIT 14, SECTION TWO CEDARS EAST CONDO PI#79273.0500/8
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