Longboat Key Homes with Beach Area Community Features

Longboat Key Homes with Beach Area Community Features

Welcome to Longboat Key, Florida—a picturesque paradise that perfectly blends luxury living with the serene beauty of coastal life. Nestled between the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the tranquil Sarasota Bay, Longboat Key is known for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and vibrant community atmosphere. This idyllic barrier island offers a unique lifestyle where residents can enjoy sun-soaked days, breathtaking sunsets, and an array of recreational activities.

The homes in Longboat Key are a true reflection of the area’s charm. Many properties boast direct beach access, allowing you to step out your door and onto the soft sands of the Gulf. Imagine sipping your morning coffee while listening to the gentle sound of waves crashing, or hosting evening gatherings on your patio as the sun dips below the horizon. The beach area community features are not just a luxury; they are a way of life here.

In addition to the stunning waterfront views, Longboat Key offers a variety of amenities to enhance your living experience. From world-class dining and boutique shopping to golf courses and nature trails, there’s something for everyone. The community is also known for its commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the island, with parks and nature reserves that invite exploration and relaxation.

Whether you’re looking for a vacation home or a permanent residence, Longboat Key provides an unparalleled coastal lifestyle that combines elegance, tranquility, and community spirit. Discover your dream home in this enchanting locale, where every day feels like a vacation.

Newest Longboat Key Homes with Beach Area Community Features

$695,000
Bailey-Dobson SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Create your custom coastal retreat or bring the seller’s thoughtfully prepared plans to life at 561 Gulf Bay Road. This rare 9,990-square-foot vacant homesite is ideally located in the heart of Longboat Key, between the charm of Anna Maria Island and the sophistication of St. Armands Circle. Bordering the 32-acre Joan M. Durante Community Park, the property offers exceptional privacy, peaceful natural surroundings, and convenient access to scenic walking trails, a picnic pavilion, and picturesque views of Sarasota Bay and the Sarasota skyline. Imagine watching eagles, ospreys, and other native wildlife from your future home or backyard. With no HOA or deed restrictions, you have the flexibility to personalize the available plans or design a custom residence that reflects your vision and lifestyle. The property also includes deeded beach access to a quiet stretch of white sand along the Gulf of Mexico, allowing you to enjoy the best of both Gulf and bay living. Nearby destinations include Euphemia Haye, Harry’s Continental Kitchens, boutique shopping, and a neighborhood deli, with additional dining, recreation, shopping, and entertainment available throughout Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island, and Sarasota. Underground utility improvements throughout the area are complete. Previously prepared plans for a custom single-family residence and an elevation study are available upon request, providing an excellent starting point for your future island home. Buyers should independently verify current building requirements and property suitability. This is a special opportunity to build in one of Longboat Key’s most naturally beautiful and desirable locations. Schedule your private showing and begin planning your Florida coastal lifestyle. Representative Photos Added to listing showcase preliminary renderings showcasing Conditioned Square Footage of 4,936 and Unconditioned Square Footage of 4,053.

561 Gulf Bay Road, Longboat Key
$5,985,000
Longboat Key Estates SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Currently under construction and masterfully designed for the ultimate waterfront lifestyle, this extraordinary canal-front estate in Longboat Key Estates offers an exceptional blend of luxury, comfort, and coastal elegance. Boasting 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and more than 4,500 square feet of thoughtfully crafted living space, the home features solid block construction and hurricane-impact windows, delivering both enduring quality and peace of mind. Designed to maximize seamless indoor-outdoor living, the southwest-facing pool and expansive entertaining areas capture spectacular sunset views over Sarasota Bay and toward the Gulf of Mexico. The elevated lanai is highlighted by detailed ceiling craftsmanship and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, creating the perfect backdrop for entertaining guests year-round. For boating enthusiasts, the property includes a brand-new seawall and direct bay access, providing effortless navigation to the surrounding waterways. Residents also enjoy private beach access and exclusive HOA amenities, including a beachfront tiki hut for social gatherings and a bayside dock ideal for fishing, kayaking, swimming, or simply relaxing along the water’s edge. Nearby Bayfront Park offers additional recreational amenities including tennis courts, pickleball, walking trails, and a dog park. With construction already underway, buyers have the rare opportunity to personalize select finishes and tailor the residence to their individual style and vision. Ideally situated just minutes from St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, and the world-renowned beaches of Longboat Key, this remarkable estate presents an unmatched opportunity to experience coastal living at its best.

530 Jessmyth Drive, Longboat Key
$2,500,000
Longboat Key Estates SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
BREAKING NEWS: Famous John Cannon Custom Homes has over a half dozen home plans for you to pick your best fit for this beautiful vacant lot nestled between two brand new mansions! Build your waterfront residence and be perfectly positioned in one of Longboat Key’s most elegant neighborhoods- Longboat Key Estates where sunrise occurs over the Bay while sunset occurs over the Gulf. You will have both and each new day provides unique views. This build-ready lot offers 100 feet of deep-water canal frontage and 117 feet of depth from canal to street where you’ll enjoy direct access to Sarasota Bay. Load up the boat and cruise the bay, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Gulf of Mexico, with popular waterfront restaurants along the way. Just over the bridge from the mainland, you’re moments from Sarasota —cultural venues, marinas, and everyday conveniences. A private deeded beach access lies just across Gulf of Mexico Drive, where a shady Tiki Hut welcomes you before taking a few short steps which lead to the gentle Gulf waters and sandy shoreline. The private Tiki Hut is often the venue for neighborhood parties and a frequent gathering spot for sunset seekers! This vacant lot on Rountree Drive presents a rare chance to enjoy both boating and beachside living in one extraordinary location. Your future dream home could capture panoramic bay and beach views, creating the perfect backdrop for unforgettable Florida sunsets. With no fixed bridges to the Gulf of Mexico except the new very high Ringling Bridge to the mainland, this is truly a boater’s paradise. Just steps away is Bayfront Park, a beautiful waterfront park overlooking Sarasota Bay. Amenities include picnic tables, tennis courts, lighted pickleball courts, basketball courts, shuffleboard, a kayak launch with rentals, a dog park with separate large- and small-dog areas, a playground, a multipurpose sports field, and a community center offering activities such as yoga and fitness programs. Located in the heart of Longboat Key, this ready-to-build homesite offers an unparalleled coastal lifestyle. Head north to Center Shops for local favorites such as the Lazy Lobster, Harry's Continental Kitchen, Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub, and the Shore Longboat Key. Travel south to St. Armand’s Circle for world-class dining, boutique shopping, and vibrant island charm, including Columbia Restaurant, Cha Cha Coconuts, The Daiquiri Deck, Dockside, Chart House, and Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant, among many other fine dining places. In summary, enjoy championship golf, boutique shopping, award-winning dining, and some of Florida’s most beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, all from your future home in Longboat Key Estates on Longboat Key!

581 Rountree Drive, Longboat Key
$150,000
Gulfshore Of Longboat Key SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
WELCOME TO PARADISE! Gulfshore of Longboat Key has it all - private, pristine sand beach, combined with the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico, a marina on Sarasota Bay, large heated community pool, clubhouse with a commercial kitchen, a well-maintained campus and very reasonable HOA fees. Truly, Gulfshore is a remnant of Old Florida that is just six miles from the world-famous St. Armands Circle. This 0.03-acre lot is ready for a new elevated home that will place you only steps to the Gulf of Mexico sand beaches and the marina. There are contractors ready for you to design your floor plan and they will build your home to meet all FEMA standards. The lot also has an outside bath house that is perfect for when you return from the beach. Gulfshore does not permit rentals or pets. This lot, combined with the amenities offered by Gulfshore and the surrounding area, make it the perfect location for you to own a piece of paradise. Please call and schedule your personal showing and review possibilities for your new home in paradise

3710 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit D11, Longboat Key
$595,000
Long Beach SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Discover the irresistible charm of historic Longbeach Village and seize a rare opportunity to build your dream island home on Longboat Key. Welcome to the lowest priced vacant single-family parcel available in the Village, an exceptional chance to design a custom residence just off the coast of Sarasota. This desired corner lot in the heart of the village offers flexible design possibilities, including optional rear alley access in addition to two street frontages, giving you potential entry on up to three sides of the property. Positioned within this golf-cart-friendly community, the homesite provides effortless access to everything that makes Longbeach Village so beloved. Enjoy the dazzling white sands and shimmering turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico just moments from your door, along with the serene beauty of Sarasota Bay at opposite end of Broadway, both only about a block away. Here, sunrise and sunset become part of your daily routine. Residents of the village enjoy numerous waterfront conveniences, including multiple neighborhood kayak launch points, two fishing piers, a community boat ramp and a variety of dining, shopping and fitness options within minutes of home. With no mandatory HOA, you can store your boat, golf cart, or other island toys beneath a beautiful new elevated home and fully embrace the relaxed coastal lifestyle. This exceptional piece of island real estate invites you to bring your vision to life. Start planning your dream home or private vacation retreat today and experience the unmatched charm of Longbeach Village for yourself.

641 Broadway Street, Longboat Key
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