$1,075,000
4485 Gulf Of Mexico Drive
Longboat Key, FL 34228
Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Renovated direct Gulf-front 2BR/2BA on Longboat Key. End-unit 8th-floor condo at The Arbomar, panoramic sunset views, pets allowed, hurricane-protected. For buyers seeking a move-in-ready beachfront residence on Longboat Key, this renovated direct Gulf-front end unit at The Arbomar delivers updated condition and views that don't quit. The 8th-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath floor plan offers 1,175 square feet, with panoramic Gulf views from the balcony and partial bay views from the bedrooms. Inside, the renovated kitchen features wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, under-cabinet lighting, and stainless-steel appliances. Ceramic tile flooring extends through the main living areas, paired with crown molding, plantation shutters, and custom built-ins. Electric hurricane shutters provide added protection. Recent owner improvements include the renovated kitchen, updated bathrooms, a newer HVAC system, and a tankless water heater. At the building level, The Arbomar has invested in major upgrades including a new roof, hurricane-rated insulated windows, new entry and storm doors, and water-resistant Gemstone concrete coating on lanais and common breezeways. Amenities include a Gulf-front heated pool, fitness room, club room, community kitchen, kayak storage, and climate-controlled storage. The association is well-managed and well-funded, with quarterly HOA fees of $4,000. Rentals are permitted at one-month minimum, four times per year, after the required ownership holding period; pets are permitted for owners, rentals are pet-free. The residence conveys unfurnished, with one assigned carport space. On Gulf of Mexico Drive near island dining, golf, boating, shopping, St. Armands Circle, and downtown Sarasota.
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 history37 days on market
- Status: ActiveApr 20, 2026
- Listed$1,095,000Apr 20, 2026
- Price reduced$1,075,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 37
- Subdivision
- Arbomar Apts
- County
- Manatee
- Year built
- 1973
- Living area
- 1,175 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $915
- Building area
- 1,250 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot category
- Non-Applicable
- Flood zone
- VE
- Annual taxes
- $6,115 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 8016220553
- Zoning
- R3MX
- MLS #
- A4690646
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Common Area, Laundry Room, Same Floor As Condo Unit
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- East
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Assigned, Guest
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $1,333/mo
- Total annual fees
- $16,000
- HOA name
- Civix Property Management | Kevin Wiegand
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Buyer to verify all lease restrictions with the association management. Unit owners must own the unit for one year prior to leasing to tenants.
- Approval process
- Application form completed & submitted to the association management for approval.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Built-Up
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-20
- On market date
- 2026-04-20
- Original list price
- $1,095,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34228 - Longboat Key
- Listing AOR
- Venice
- Status changed
- 2026-04-20
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 804 ARBOMAR APARTMENTS CONDO PI#80162.2055/3
Flood risk
Coastal high-hazard area (Zone V) with wave action. In a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area — flood insurance is generally required by lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From US41/Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, head west onto and over the John Ringling Causeway. Continue on John Ringling Blvd to St Armand's Circle. Go north on N Boulevard of the Presidents, which turns into John Ringling Parkway. Take John Ringling Parkway to Gulf of Mexico Dr on Longboat Key. Arbomar is located on the west side of the road at 4485 Gulf of Mexico Dr on Longboat Key.
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