1571 HARBOR CAY LANE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
What's special
Experience the ultimate in luxury coastal living in this 4,209-square-foot stunning waterfront home, perfectly situated in the highly sought-after, gated Bay Isles Harbor Section—an exclusive boating community with only 67 custom residences on south Longboat Key. Designed for elegance and comfort, this timeless 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath estate welcomes you with a dramatic open main living area featuring soaring 23-foot ceilings filled with natural light, rich oak flooring, custom lighting and a gas/wood-burning fireplace. Expansive walls provide the perfect showcase for fine artwork, while the spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly into a warm family room and a chef’s dream kitchen. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with custom mahogany cabinetry, premium stainless-steel appliances including an induction cooktop, a large island topped with quartzite countertops, and a bright breakfast area overlooking the pool and waterway. Sliding glass doors lead to your private outdoor oasis—a massive 28-foot saltwater pool with solar heating and a partially covered patio with heat-resistant coral stone tile. The luxurious master suite offers two walk-in closets, a sitting area or office, and a spa-inspired bathroom with translucent onyx walls and flooring, a soaking tub, and an oversized shower. Additional features include a large laundry and craft room, an oversized two-car garage with workbench, hurricane-impact windows and doors, reinforced garage doors, and a brand-new concrete tile roof. A beautifully landscaped circular drive welcomes guests, while the deep-water bayou behind the home provides direct access to Sarasota Bay—ideal for boating enthusiasts. Residents of Bay Isles enjoy 24-hour gated security, membership to the Bay Isles Beach Club, and close proximity to the Longboat Key Club, St. Armands Circle, world-class dining, shopping, and the brand-new five -star St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. This exceptional property offers the best of luxury, privacy, and the coveted waterfront lifestyle on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Sellers will repaint exterior of house whatever color Buyer selects before closing, upon firm executed Contract.
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Originating MLS: Sarasota - ManateeTravel times
Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Julie Klick 941-780-6001,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-388-4447,
Beverly St Hilaire 818-416-2505,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room Separate, Family Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x17
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Brick/Stone, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,387
- Total interior livable area: 4,209 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Guest, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Auto Cleaner, Child Safety Fence, Chlorine Free, Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Pool, Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Canal - Saltwater, Bay/Harbor Access, Saltwater Canal Access, Gulf/Ocean Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access, Sailboat Water, Seawall
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Oversized Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0008160009
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Elevated
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Metal Frame, Stucco, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Stem Wall
- Roof: Concrete,Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Solar, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Gulf/Ocean Front, Intracoastal Waterway, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - Guard, Special Community Restrictions
- Security: Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BAY ISLES
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Gated, Maintenance, Recreation Facilities, Security
- Services included: 24-Hour Guard, Reserve Fund, Manager, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security
- HOA name: Ken Kandefer
- HOA phone: 941-921-3221
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,045/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,331,800
- Annual tax amount: $16,979
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 267 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $4,400,000-3.3%$1,045/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Price change | $4,550,000-4.2%$1,081/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $4,750,000-5%$1,129/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,000,000+194.1%$1,188/sqft |
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| 1/6/2017 | Sold | $1,700,000-12.8%$404/sqft |
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| 12/5/2016 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$463/sqft |
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| 11/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$463/sqft |
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| 11/1/2016 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$463/sqft |
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| 10/24/2016 | Price change | $1,950,000-2.3%$463/sqft |
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| 9/16/2016 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$474/sqft |
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| 5/6/2016 | Price change | $1,995,000-11.3%$474/sqft |
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| 4/29/2016 | Pending sale | $2,250,000$535/sqft |
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| 2/18/2016 | Price change | $2,250,000-19.6%$535/sqft |
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| 12/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,799,000$665/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,353 +2.2% | $1,370,711 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $16,980 +2% | $1,335,281 +3% |
| 2023 | $16,645 +1.8% | $1,296,389 +3% |
| 2022 | $16,357 -1.7% | $1,258,630 +3% |
| 2021 | $16,634 -0.8% | $1,221,971 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $16,765 -3.6% | $1,205,100 -4.3% |
| 2019 | $17,385 | $1,259,800 +3.5% |
| 2018 | $17,385 +3.3% | $1,217,363 -14.3% |
| 2017 | $16,838 +15.9% | $1,420,000 -15.7% |
| 2016 | $14,523 | $1,684,600 +0.9% |
| 2015 | $14,523 +0% | $1,669,300 +69.8% |
| 2014 | $14,516 +2.2% | $983,113 |
| 2013 | $14,197 +4.1% | $983,113 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $13,642 +4.7% | $966,679 +3% |
| 2011 | $13,027 -1.2% | $938,523 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $13,186 +12.5% | $924,653 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $11,724 | $900,344 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $11,724 +1.5% | $899,445 +3% |
| 2007 | $11,546 | $873,248 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $851,949 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $827,135 +3% |
| 2004 | $12,267 -3.1% | $803,044 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $12,657 -1.5% | $788,071 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $12,852 +5.6% | $769,601 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $12,170 +1.3% | $757,481 +3% |
| 2000 | $12,016 | $735,418 |
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