$1,499,900
765 Saint Judes Drive
Longboat Key, FL 34228
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
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
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
- Status: ActiveFeb 20, 2026
- Listed$1,630,000Feb 20, 2026
- 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
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
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | 13x13 |
| Living Room | First | 14x27 |
| Living Room | First | 14x11 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 14.1x11.3 |
| Primary Bathroom | First | 8x5 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 14.1x11.9 |
| Bathroom 2 | First | 8x5 |
| Bedroom 3 | First | 12x11.1 |
| Bedroom 4 | First | 12x12 |
| Utility Room | First | 9x6 |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First | 78x10 |
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
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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