New Opportunity, Here Now! Walk right into instant income with appx $40k on the books for future seasonal rental. A beautifully maintained Townhome in Cedars East Fitness & Tennis Resort. Ideally, it is located in a private location of Cedars East. Easy access to our island's long walking/bike path with easy access to one of our best beach accesses. End unit with enchanting tropical foliage views and war, southern exposure light from almost every window. Excellent price positioning on this particular location. The open, spacious, private light combined with the tropical foliage will absolutely put you in that relaxed island-life state of mind. This beautiful home, with its high ceilings and open flowing floor plan, features an open kitchen with the snack bar leading right into the dining and family room, giving you an open and spacious living area. This home has gorgeous colors and materials throughout the entire interior. Ceramic tile through the whole first floor. The kitchen offers updated countertops, cabinets, and appliances. The primary bedroom is oversized with a wall of windows offering those wooded views of our tropical island foliage. The Master bathroom is large with his and her vanities. Lanai off the family room is a peaceful oasis surrounded by an island landscape and complete privacy. The exterior was resided w/ maintenance-free Hardi Board Siding along w/ newer windowswhere installed. The oversized garage with a large storage closet is perfect for all the hobbies and is a very rare asset on Longboat Key. Additional recent improvements include new AC condensers on both machines. Cedars East is a 66-acre village-like townhome setting, surrounded by nature & close access to both the beach and bay on the beautiful north end of Longboat Key. Spacious and tropical community w/ lit boardwalks leading through mangroves to amenities including heated Jr. Olympic Size Pool, Ten Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Club House w/ Pro-Shop, 24hr Fitness Center, Tiki bar, Restaurant, Fishing Pier & kayak launch. Some amenities require additional membership to the club for use. Walking distance to area attractions like Harry's Deli and Continental Kitchen, a true island gem in Joan Durante Park, Euphemia Haye Restaurant & The Haye Loft, and, of course, Longboat Key's world-famous sugary white sand beaches. Close to other main attractions and cultural events, e.g., St. Armand?s Circle - famous for world-class shopping and dining, Mote Aquarium with marine exhibits and marine/kayaking excursions, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Marie Selby Gardens, Anna Maria Island, Ringling Museum complex and numerous dining options on Longboat and in downtown Sarasota. If you are a golfer, there are a number of top-rated courses nearby. Spacious Condo Ownership, property w/ Townhome Design, is perfect for seasonal or year-round living. Convenient on-site rental mgmt company, if desired, with a convenient 2-week minimum rental policy w/in the community. Current seller has multiple repeat clients that would be interested in rebooking in the future and excellent future bookings, projections and rental history to share. Cedars is also a pet-friendly community!! Finally, the sellers are offering completely turn-key furnished (Excluding very limited personal items) to make your move seamless so, as you can see, what a property for your new beach residence.
Sold
$639,184
511 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228
2beds
1,440sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1990
-- sqft lot
$622,300 Zestimate®
$444/sqft
$906/mo HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 08, 2024 at 08:49am
Listing Provided by:
Jesse Griffin 941-822-6165,
CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES 941-387-8888
Bought with:
Jennifer Kenna, 3288205
EXP REALTY LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4610363
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee


Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Dual Closets
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 15x14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 15x11
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7x14
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17x11
Living room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 24x17
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Storm Window(s), Rods, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,268
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Ground Level, Guest, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Other
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Masonry
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Waterfront, Bay/Harbor, Bay/Harbor Access, Fishing Pier
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Features: Conservation Area, Cul-De-Sac, City Lot, Landscaped, Near Marina, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 7927304753
- Zoning: R3MX/PC
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Elevated,Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block, Cement Siding, Concrete, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Phone Available, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Bay/Harbor Front, Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Water Access, Waterfront, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Restaurant, Special Community Restrictions
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
- Subdivision: CEDARS EAST SEC 2
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $906 monthly
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Pool
- Services included: Cable TV, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Cedars East
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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Estimated market value
$622,300