$639,000
539 Forest WayLongboat Key, FL 34228
Listing updated: September 24, 2026 at 11:29 AM ET
Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby'S International Realty · Sharon Austin · MLS #A4706129 · Active · 941-383-2500Property type
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About this home
Second-home buyers and investment-minded buyers, take note. This beautifully furnished, turnkey residence at Cedars East on Longboat Key offers the rare combination of a polished coastal retreat, an established rental history, and meaningful upside potential. The home has generated approximately $50,000 in average annual rental payout revenue, after Airbnb and VRBO fees, providing a proven income history while maintaining the flexibility of up to 26 rental opportunities a year—an unusually flexible arrangement for Longboat Key. The owners have invested more than $130,000 in upgrades and improvements since 2021, creating a home that is not simply rental-ready, but thoughtfully maintained and continually enhanced. The current owners have created a home designed to deliver an exceptional guest experience. The sale includes the home's high-quality furnishings, top-of-the-line kitchenware—including All-Clad cookware—solid dishware, premium beach equipment and carefully selected décor. The result is reflected in the property's rental reputation, with more than 40, 5-Star Airbnb reviews from previous guests. Positioned near the front of Cedars East, the residence offers more convenient access to the Gulf beaches than many locations within the community and is next to the Longboat Key bike path. Inside, the 1,440-square-foot, two-bedroom, 2½-bath residence features an open living and dining area, a large garage, and a private, wooded outlook from the living room and lanai. The lush greenery creates a wonderfully private, almost treehouse-like setting—a peaceful contrast to the Gulf just moments away. Residents of Cedars East enjoy a resort-style setting with HOA amenities including the community pool, kayak and paddle board launch, fishing pier, cable, water, sewer, trash and pest control.Optional membership at the Cedars Tennis Resort & Club provides access to additional tennis, pickleball and fitness amenities. Whether you're looking for a beautifully finished Longboat Key retreat, a second home that can generate income, or a turnkey vacation property with an established rental history, this residence offers a compelling combination of lifestyle and flexibility. Come experience The Longboat Key Life.
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history1 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 23, 2026
- Listed$639,000Sep 23, 2026
- Price increased$639,000
Property Documents
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- Subdivision
- Cedars East Sec 2
- County
- Manatee
- Year built
- 1990
- Living area
- 1,440 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $444
- Building area
- 2,268 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
- Lot category
- Non-Applicable
- Flood zone
- AE
- Garage
- 1 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $3,954 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 7927305453
- Zoning
- R3MX/PC
- MLS #
- A4706129
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Stories / Levels
- Three Or More
- Direction faces
- West
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Common, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Open, Oversized
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $945/mo
- Total annual fees
- $11,344
- HOA name
- Coastal Association Management/Bob MacDonald
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 2 Weeks
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- see Condo docs and management
- Approval process
- See Condo Docs and Management for Buyer approval form
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Construction materials
- Block, Cement Siding, Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water access
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt
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, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Second | 16x18 |
| Dining Room | Second | 13x15 |
| Kitchen | Second | 11x8 |
| Primary Bedroom | Third | 13x15 |
| Bathroom 2 | Third | 12x14 |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | Second | 7x15 |
| Bathroom 1 | Third |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-09-14
- On market date
- 2026-09-23
- Original list price
- $639,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34228 - Longboat Key
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-09-23
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 23, SECTION TWO CEDARS EAST CONDO PI#79273.0545/3
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
Drive north on Gulf of Mexico Drive. Turn right onto Companion Way at Cedars East. Take the first left onto Forest Way and follow Forest Way toward the end. 539 Forest Way will be on the right.
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