$470,000

3155 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE 257, Longboat Key, FL 34228

  • 1 bed |
  • 1 bath |
  • 416 sqft
  • Property Icon Condominium
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1960
  • Property Lot Size Icon —— sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $1,130/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of beachside escape and investment opportunity at this second-floor studio with direct Gulf views. Wake up to the sound of the waves and end each day with shimmering sunsets—this light-filled retreat places you just steps from the shoreline on beautiful Longboat Key. Inside, the open layout offers flexible living with an updated bath and a comfortable space ready to enjoy now, while leaving room for future updates to elevate value and style. With an on-site rental office and the rare ability to do short-term rentals, this condo is ideal for personal getaways, a consistent income stream, or both. Take advantage of the community pool, stroll the beach, or explore the island’s dining and boutique shops just moments away. Whether you’re seeking a turnkey coastal hideaway or an income-producing asset, this Gulf-front studio delivers endless potential in one of Longboat Key’s most desirable, easy-to-rent locations.

Listing Status:
Pending
Date Added:
November 26, 2025 at 06:00AM
Listing Office:
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY : 941-951-6660
Listing Agent:
Ryndie Brusco : 941-809-6913
MLS ID:
A4672986
  • General: Ceiling Fans(s)Solid Surface Counters
  • Appliances: RangeRange HoodRefrigerator
  • Laundry: Common Area
  • Flooring: Ceramic TileTerrazzo
  • A/C: Mini-Split Unit(s)
  • Heating: CentralElectric
  • General: Sliding Doors
  • Style: Florida
  • Other Structures: PorchCovered
  • Roofing: Shingle
  • General: BlockOneSlab
  • Road/Access: Asphalt
  • HOA Amenities: Cable TVLaundryMaintenancePoolCommon Area TaxesPoolEscrow Reserves FundMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsManagementTrash
  • Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
  • County: Sarasota
  • Zoning: R4MXUNIT 257 THE DIPLOMAT0005071042
  • View: Water
  • Utilities: Cable ConnectedElectricity Connected
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: Stellar MLS
  • Ownership: Condominium

This listing courtesy of Ryndie Brusco, MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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  • Property Taxes $
  • Home Insurance $
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Location

Schools Nearby

B

Bay Haven School of Basics Plus

2901 W Tamiami Cir, Sarasota, FL, 34234

Grades KG-5

4.94 miles away

S

Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences

717 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34236

Grades 6-8

5.79 miles away

B

Booker High School

3201 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34234

Grades 9-12

5.58 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.