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  • $414,600

    539 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228

    2beds
    1,440sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1990
    -- sqft lot
    $414,600 Zestimate®
    $288/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    Home value

    $414,600

    $373,000 - $464,000

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    What's special

    Beautifully upgraded, well appointed & meticulously upkept Cedars Townhome!. This beautiful home is located in a prime position, in the Front section of Cedars East Tennis Resort, allowing easy access to Longboat Key's island Long bike path and the closest proximity to our pristine sugary white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. A very private location being at the end of Forest Way on a cul-de-sac, with no neighbors towering behind you allowing a very scenic natural wooded view off your covered and screened lanai. So many pristine upgrades & improvements added to this home. Beautiful newer luxury flooring flowing throughout, beautiful newer furnishings and the Upgraded Kitchen and Baths. The large open space and high ceiling is a major attraction for these townhomes. Plus easy access to the half bath right off the kitchen. The kitchen boasts new cabinet doors with hardware, Crisp quartz countertops, Stainless Steel appliances and truly well chosen marble tile backsplash. The kitchen opens right up to the dining & family room finally leading to the covered and screen lanai overlooking that natural Florida landscape. The upstairs master bedroom and bath is a beautiful oasis. Oversize bedroom with an upgraded and remodeled master bath including new open layout allowing a true dual vanity and jacuzzi tub and shower. THis rare layout gives you a true bath Room to enjoy. Beautiful tile floors and granite countertop vanities really top off this space. The guest bedroom is an excellent space with beautiful western exposure. In the hallway you will find a laundry closet close to both bedrooms & baths, with an upgraded washer and dryer. Across the hall from the laundry room you will find the guest bathroom completely redone with new tile, vanity and glass shower doors. The sellers have really out done themselves in upkeep & improvements to this property. Some of their improvements include- 2 New ACs (2016), New luxury vinyl flooring and carpeting (2016), Hardi Board concrete siding (2017), New appliances (2017), Epoxy Garage Flooring (2018) and new Garage door (2019), just to name a few. Cedars East is a 66 acre village-like townhome setting, surrounded by nature & short walk/bike ride to beach or bay. Pet friendly community w/ lit boardwalks leading through mangroves to amenities including heated Jr. Olympic Size Pool, Ten Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Club House w/ Pro-Shop & 24hr Fitness Center, Tiki bar, Fishing Pier & kayak launch. Close to area's main attractions and cultural events e.g. St. Armand's Circle - famous for world class shopping and dining, Mote Aquarium with marine exhibits and marine/kayaking excursions, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Marie Selby Gardens, Ringling Museum Complex and numerous dining options on Longboat and in downtown Sarasota (15 minutes away). If you are golfer, there are a number of top-rated courses in nearby Bradenton and Sarasota. Spacious Condo Ownership property w/ Townhome Design. Some amenities require add'l membership to the club for use. Perfect for seasonal or year-round living. Convenient on-site rental mgmt company if desired. Sellers used property as part-time residence. When they were not occupying the home they rented the property themselves generating excellent tenants and income. Cedars is also a pet friendly community!! So, as you can see this one has it all. When you do visit, you will quickly agree & will want to call it yours!

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    Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet
    Features
    • Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceiling(s), Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Windows: Blinds
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Structure area source: Public Records
    • Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Carport
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Patio & porch: Screened, Covered
    • Exterior features: Stucco, Wood
    • Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor
    • Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
    Lot
    • Features: Street Paved, FloodZone, Near Golf Course, Cul-de-sac
    • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 7927305453
    • Zoning: R3MX/PC

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    Materials
    • masonry
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Completed
    • Year built: 1990

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, BB/HS Internet Available, Public, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Cable Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System
    • Subdivision: CEDARS EAST SEC 2
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Cable, Maintenance, Pool, Trails
    • Services included: Community Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Cable TV, Insurance, Maintenance Exterior, Maintenance Repairs, Sewer, Water, Private Road, Escrow Reserves Fund, Manager
    • HOA fee: $622 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Longboat Key

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $288/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $238,119
    • Annual tax amount: $3,954
    • Listing terms: Cash, Conventional
    • Ownership: Condominium

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/20/2021Sold$465,000+22.4%$323/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/15/2021Sold$380,000+3%$264/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/21/2020Pending sale$369,000$256/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES #A4486329 Report a problem
    12/15/2020Listed for sale$369,000+23%$256/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES #A4486329 Report a problem
    6/15/2016Sold$300,000-7.7%$208/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4154694 Report a problem
    6/2/2016Pending sale$325,000$226/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP #A4154694 Report a problem
    5/18/2016Listed for sale$325,000-4.4%$226/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP #A4154694 Report a problem
    12/26/2007Sold$340,000+94.3%$236/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/8/1999Sold$175,000$122/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,954 -54.7%$238,119 -52.6%
    2024$8,733 +6.2%$501,848 +10%
    2023$8,224 +20.5%$456,225 +10%
    2022$6,824 +29.9%$414,750 +42.3%
    2021$5,252 +10.9%$291,500 +10%
    2020$4,736 +4.1%$265,000 +9.5%
    2019$4,548 +11.8%$242,000 +10%
    2018$4,070 $220,000 +4.5%
    2017-- $210,500 +12%
    2016$2,654 $187,900
    2015$2,654 $187,900 +18.8%
    2014$2,654 +3.6%$158,106 +3%
    2013$2,561 +256038%$153,501 -17.3%
    2012$1 $185,646 +7%
    2011$1 $173,501 -20.1%
    2010-- $217,036 -4.1%
    2009$3,724 -25.6%$226,283 -27%
    2008$5,005 -9.2%$309,977 -8%
    2007$5,514 -9.2%$336,931 -2.9%
    2006$6,070 +27.3%$347,171 +32%
    2005$4,767 +18.5%$263,008 +20.9%
    2004$4,022 -1.2%$217,578 +2.2%
    2003$4,071 +13%$212,791 +15%
    2002$3,602 +14.5%$185,035 +15%
    2001$3,145 -2%$160,900
    2000$3,208 $160,900
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 34228

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Anna Maria Elementary
    • Middle: Martha B. King Middle
    • High: Bayshore High

    Source: The 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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