$1,499,900

765 Saint Judes Drive

Longboat Key, FL 34228

Active
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,900
Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1963
Built
WaterfrontWater accessFireplace$789/sqft
🏠Single Family Residence

Property type

🏗️1963

Year built

📐10,799 sqft

Lot size

📊$789

Price / sq ft

🏘️No HOA

HOA dues

📅84

Days on market

🚗2

Garage spaces

🌊AE

Flood zone

About this home

Best Waterfront Value on Longboat Key – CANAL-FRONT Home with Deeded Private Beach Access. Exceptional opportunity to own a fully renovated CANAL-FRONT residence on highly sought-after Longboat Key. Notably, the property was appraised prior to renovation completion for more than the original asking price, creating a rare built-in equity opportunity. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom coastal retreat offers the perfect blend of luxury, location, and lifestyle, complete with DEEDED PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS to the Gulf of America. Positioned along 132 linear feet of canal frontage, the property features a seawall and kayak launch (2020) and provides direct boating access to Sarasota Bay and beyond. The home has undergone a comprehensive interior and exterior renovation, with virtually everything NEW apart from the home’s foundation, delivering exceptional move-in-ready peace of mind. 2025 Improvements Include: • New roof (2025) • New flooring (2025) • New interior walls (2025) • Full home renovation – interior & exterior (2025) • New AC systems (2025) • New decking (2025) • New cabinets (2025) • New landscaping (2025) • New electrical systems (2025) Major System & Feature Upgrades: • Electrical panel (2022) • New plumbing (2022) • Commercial-grade whole-home surge protector (2022) • Tankless gas water heater (2022) • New sliding glass doors (2022) • New impact windows (2022–2023) • Impact-rated garage doors (2022) • New pavers (2022) • New ductwork (2020) • Seawall & kayak launch (2020) PGT high-impact sliding glass doors, new impact windows, and impact-rated French doors enhance storm protection, energy efficiency, and natural light. Interior highlights include vaulted ceilings, expansive water views, two electric fireplaces, and elegant wood-look ceramic tile flooring throughout. The bright, open layout is designed for effortless coastal living. The beautifully updated kitchen features solid wood cabinetry, soft-close hardware, marble-look quartz countertops, a gas stove, premium stainless-steel appliances, a copper hood, and a copper farmhouse sink. Updated bathrooms showcase sophisticated Italian marble-look ceramic tile, including an alcove soaking tub in the primary suite and a walk-in rain shower. Outdoor living is elevated by a spacious screened porch overlooking the canal and backyard. The yard is enclosed with sleek black aluminum fencing and offers ample room for a future pool. Additional Highlights: • Higher elevation than many ground-level Longboat Key homes • 132 ft of canal frontage • Direct boating access • Deeded PRIVATE beach access Ideally located near Cedars East Tennis Resort & Club, offering nine tennis courts, three pickleball courts, and a large community lap pool, as well as Joan Durante Park (34 acres). Dining, shopping, and island amenities are all within close proximity. Offered fully furnished / TURNKEY, this home is ready for immediate enjoyment as a primary residence, vacation retreat, or investment opportunity. Boating + Beach + Extensive 2025 Renovation = Rare Longboat Key Opportunity. Schedule your private tour today!

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$7,584
Property taxes$1,177
Home insurance (est.)$687

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history84 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Feb 20, 2026
  2. Listed$1,630,000
    Feb 20, 2026
  3. Price reduced$1,499,900

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Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
84
Subdivision
Longboat Key
County
Manatee
Year built
1963
Living area
1,900 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$789
Building area
3,120 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
10,799 sq ft
Lot category
1/4 to less than 1/2
Flood zone
AE (12081C0291F)
Garage
2 spaces
Annual taxes
$14,125 (2025)
Parcel #
7961100000
Zoning
LBK_R-SF
MLS #
A4683420

Interior Details

Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
2
Flooring
Brick, Ceramic Tile
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior features
Ceiling Fans(s), Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
South
Fireplace
Yes

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
Yes
Parking features
Garage Door Opener, Garage

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
CDD
No
Homestead exemption
Yes
Min lease term
1 Month
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
No
Additional lease restrictions
Buyer/Buyer's agent to verify
Approval process
Buyer/Buyer's agent to verify

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
French Doors, Lighting, Sliding Doors
Construction materials
Brick, Concrete
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Waterfront
Yes
Water access
Yes
Water view
Yes
Road surface
Asphalt

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Community

Pets allowed
Yes

Schools

ElementaryAnna Maria ElementaryGreatSchools ↗
MiddleMartha B. King MiddleGreatSchools ↗
High SchoolBayshore HighGreatSchools ↗

Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
KitchenFirst13x13
Living RoomFirst14x27
Living RoomFirst14x11
Primary BedroomFirst14.1x11.3
Primary BathroomFirst8x5
Bedroom 2First14.1x11.9
Bathroom 2First8x5
Bedroom 3First12x11.1
Bedroom 4First12x12
Utility RoomFirst9x6
Balcony/Porch/LanaiFirst78x10

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-02-19
On market date
2026-02-20
Original list price
$1,630,000
Occupant type
Tenant
MLS area
34228 - Longboat Key
Listing AOR
Sarasota - Manatee
Status changed
2026-02-20
Tax legal description
COM AT THE INTERSEC OF THE NELY LN OF GULF OF MEXICO DR (100 FT WIDE) & THE SELY LN OF LOT 8 OF A SUB OF FRAC SEC 25, 26 & PART OF SEC 24, TWN 34S, RNG 16E, REC PB 7, PG 16, PRMCF; RUN TH N 50 DEG 00 MIN E ALG THE SLY LN SD LOT 8 A DIST OF 1320 FT TO POB; CONT TH N 50 DEG 00 MIN E, 120 FT; TH N 40 DEG 00 MIN W 100 FT TO THE NLY LN OF SAID LOT 8; TH S 50 DEG 00 MIN W ALG

Flood risk

High riskFEMA Zone AEPanel 12081C0291F

FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

Go Northbound on 789, past Longboat Pass Bridge until you reach St Judes Drive on the left. Continue down and to the left on St Judes Drive and the house will be on the left.

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