USAFLLongboat KeyCedars East Sec 2521 Forest Way

521 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL

Name: 521 Forest Way, For Sale in Longboat Key - Zoocasa
Brand: CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES
SKU: A4706685
Price: 599900 USD

Townhouse

For Sale

Listed price in listed location currency (USD).

$599,900

232

MLS® A4706685

Overview

Key Facts

Type Townhouse

Levels Residential

Size 1440 sqft

Garage Yes

Taxes $3,494

Days Active 0

Lot Size 2.12 Acres

Approx. Age 1990

Avg. Price Per Sqft $416

MLS® Number A4706685

Property Address: 521 Forest Way, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

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.

MLS® NumberA4706685

Laundry LevelUpper

Central VacNo

FireplaceNo

Acreage

Exterior

GarageYes

Approx. Age1990

Basement

DrivewayOversized

Garage Spaces

HeatCentral

A/CCentral Air

Extras

Rooms

Change to metres

Other:Second Floor15 × 14 ft

Bedroom 2:Third Floor14 × 11 ft

Other:Second Floor14 × 6 ft

Kitchen:Second Floor17 × 11 ft

Living Room:Second Floor17 × 12 ft

Dining Room:Second Floor13 × 11 ft

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