60% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE - Step into a private coastal sanctuary at 3481 Bayou Sound, located within one of Longboat Key’s most exclusive gated communities. Accessed through two secured gates and a guarded entrance, this residence offers a level of privacy and security rarely found. Ideally situated just moments from Publix, and within walking distance to the marina, golf course, and premier waterfront dining, the home delivers both convenience and an elevated island lifestyle. Ownership includes access to the Bay Isles Beach Club, offering private beach access on the Gulf of America, along with barbecue areas, tables, and shaded spaces, perfect for effortless, all-day beach enjoyment. Inside, soaring cathedral ceilings create a dramatic, light-filled living space. The home has been thoughtfully upgraded with new flooring throughout, a fully renovated kitchen, and new hurricane impact windows and doors. The remaining front entry and garage doors will be replaced prior to closing, completing a full storm-ready envelope. Outdoors, enjoy true waterfront living with a brand new dock and lift, providing direct access to boating right from your backyard. A rare offering combining privacy, security, and effortless luxury in the heart of Longboat Key.
For sale
Price cut: $450K (5/27)
$1,950,000
3481 Bayou Sound, Longboat Key, FL 34228
5beds
3,391sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
10,230 Square Feet Lot
$1,831,400 Zestimate®
$575/sqft
$371/mo HOA
What's special
True waterfront livingFully renovated kitchenSoaring cathedral ceilingsDramatic light-filled living spaceNew flooring throughout
- 100 days |
- 953 |
- 60 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hugo Gagliardi 941-266-0300,
LUXIO REAL ESTATE LLC 941-266-0300
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4687106
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Media Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Third
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
Bedroom 5
- Features: No Closet
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Media room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Elevator, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,758
- Total interior livable area: 3,391 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Child Safety Fence, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay/Harbor - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay/Harbor - Full
- Waterfront features: Canal - Saltwater, Saltwater Canal Access, Bridges - No Fixed Bridges, Lift, Riprap
Lot
- Size: 10,230 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0003090009
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stem Wall
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Gated Community, Security Gate
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BAY ISLES
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $371 monthly
- HOA name: Bayou Association
- Second HOA name: Bay Isles Association, Inc
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $575/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,643,100
- Annual tax amount: $21,359
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 100 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Lease Purchase,Owner May Carry
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$1,831,400
$1.74M - $1.92M
$12,126/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $1,950,000-18.8%$575/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $2,400,000-2%$708/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,450,000+48.5%$723/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/13/2022 | Sold | $1,650,000-17.5%$487/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2022 | Pending sale | $1,999,000$590/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/21/2022 | Price change | $1,999,000-4.8%$590/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$619/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/2/2022 | Pending sale | $2,100,000$619/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/26/2022 | Price change | $2,100,000-12.5%$619/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/6/2022 | Price change | $2,400,000-7.7%$708/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000+198.9%$767/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/24/2014 | Sold | $870,000-3.2%$257/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2014 | Pending sale | $899,000$265/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2014 | Price change | $899,000-5.4%$265/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2014 | Price change | $950,000-4.9%$280/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2014 | Price change | $999,000-8.8%$295/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2014 | Price change | $1,095,000-8.4%$323/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2014 | Price change | $1,195,000-7.7%$352/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2014 | Price change | $1,295,000-4.1%$382/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2014 | Price change | $1,350,000-3.2%$398/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2013 | Price change | $1,395,000-5.4%$411/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,475,000$435/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,359 -3.5% | $1,643,100 -3.1% |
| 2024 | $22,137 +7.1% | $1,695,600 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $20,677 +19.4% | $1,566,600 +44.2% |
| 2022 | $17,312 +34.8% | $1,086,570 +19.3% |
| 2021 | $12,839 +5.1% | $910,700 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $12,217 -6.5% | $847,000 -7.4% |
| 2019 | $13,063 | $914,900 -4.1% |
| 2018 | $13,063 -4.3% | $954,300 -0.4% |
| 2017 | $13,657 +13.6% | $958,000 +1.2% |
| 2016 | $12,026 | $946,500 +18% |
| 2015 | $12,026 | $802,200 +11.5% |
| 2014 | $12,026 +17.4% | $719,680 |
| 2013 | $10,245 +4.1% | $719,680 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $9,843 +4.8% | $707,650 +3% |
| 2011 | $9,394 -1.2% | $687,039 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $9,506 +12.5% | $676,886 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $8,448 | $659,091 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $8,448 +1% | $658,433 +3% |
| 2007 | $8,361 | $639,255 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $623,663 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $605,498 +3% |
| 2004 | $8,874 -2.6% | $587,862 +2.3% |
| 2003 | $9,113 -1.5% | $574,447 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $9,251 +5.6% | $560,983 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $8,759 +1.3% | $552,149 +3% |
| 2000 | $8,644 | $536,067 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 34228
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 7.7 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.5 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Longboat Key
- 34228
- 3481 Bayou Sound








