Follow your dreams to this Longboat Key island penthouse with gorgeous beach, bay and city views. Superb mid-island location across from Bay Isles Shoppes and only 15 minutes over the Ringling bridge to downtown Sarasota lifestyle amenities. This fifteenth-floor residence has a desirable southern exposure, new impact windows and high ceilings for bright year-round comfort and night-time views of Sarasota’s city lights. This residence has 1,491 sq. ft. of living space that consists of two bedrooms with ensuite baths, spacious great room, open dining room/kitchen and storage closet. The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the living area and feature expansive floor-to-ceiling windows with amazing water views. Outside, the 21-ft. x 10-ft. balcony is a year-round relaxation station. Islands West is a 15-story resort-like community situated on the beautiful beach of the Gulf of Mexico. Community amenities include secure key fob entry, social room with library, two fitness rooms, catering kitchen, heated pool and spa, dry sauna, outdoor patio and grills. The building allows two pets, a welcome perk for pet lovers. For the sports and outdoor enthusiasts, there are tennis courts with pickleball lines, and storage for bikes, kayaks and paddleboards. Nearby lifestyle amenities include the Bay Isles Shoppes across the street with Publix, CVS, post office, banking, dining, Longboat Key tennis center, and Bayfront Park. In addition, it’s only four miles to world-renowned St. Armands Circle and seven miles to Downtown Sarasota for five-star shopping, dining, entertainment and the arts.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
2525 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE #15B, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
2beds
1,491sqft
Condominium
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$1,380,900 Zestimate®
$973/sqft
$6,296 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,380,900
$1.23M - $1.56M
$6,296/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nancy Endara 941-323-1700,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Ian Addy, PA, 3066979
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4598262
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-In Shelving, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-In Shelving, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Multiple Shower Heads, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7x14
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x13
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 4x10
Great room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x24
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Shelving, Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17x7
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Corridor Access
Features
- Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,616
- Total interior livable area: 1,491 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Golf Course, Pool, Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Gulf/Ocean, Gulf/Ocean to Bay, Gulf/Ocean Access, Gulf/Ocean to Bay Access
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY & GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Size: 3.37 Acres
- Features: In County, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0007051084
- Zoning: RC
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
- Security: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: ISLANDS WEST
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash
- HOA fee: $1,531 monthly
- HOA name: Carmen Condron
- HOA phone: 941-383-1114
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $973/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,230,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,023
- Date on market: 2/7/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 129 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2024 | Sold | $1,450,000-6.5%$973/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4598262 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2024 | Pending sale | $1,550,000$1,040/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4598262 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2024 | Price change | $1,550,000-6.1%$1,040/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4598262 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2024 | Price change | $1,650,000-8.1%$1,107/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4598262 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+378.7%$1,204/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4598262 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/1998 | Sold | $375,000$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,599 +17.5% | $1,230,500 +18.6% |
| 2024 | $14,132 +101.2% | $1,037,300 +90.8% |
| 2023 | $7,023 +0.8% | $543,573 +3% |
| 2022 | $6,968 -2% | $527,741 +3% |
| 2021 | $7,113 -1.1% | $512,370 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $7,189 +4.9% | $505,296 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $6,853 | $493,935 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $6,853 +2.7% | $484,725 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $6,675 +0.9% | $474,755 -23.4% |
| 2016 | $6,616 | $619,700 -4% |
| 2015 | $6,616 +0.1% | $645,300 +43% |
| 2014 | $6,613 +6.5% | $451,323 |
| 2013 | $6,212 +4.1% | $451,323 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $5,965 +4.9% | $443,779 +3% |
| 2011 | $5,686 -1.1% | $430,853 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $5,751 +9.5% | $424,486 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $5,253 | $413,326 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $5,253 +0% | $412,913 +3% |
| 2007 | $5,251 | $400,886 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $391,108 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $379,717 +3% |
| 2004 | $5,565 -3.3% | $368,657 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $5,752 -2.7% | $361,783 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $5,914 +6.3% | $353,304 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $5,563 +0.9% | $347,740 +3% |
| 2000 | $5,511 | $337,612 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 34228
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 6.8 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southside Elementary
- Middle: Booker Middle
- High: Booker High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Longboat Key
- 34228
- 2525 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE Unit 15B
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