Behold a sanctuary of contemporary elegance, where luxury and innovation converge to create a residence that stands as a testament to architectural grandeur on beautiful Longboat Key. This Bayfront marvel, brilliantly crafted by Bruce Saba, offers an unparalleled contemporary living experience.
Sold for $2,300,000
$2,300,000
5444 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
4beds
4,828sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
1.06 Acres Lot
$2,253,500 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$24,093 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,253,500
$2.05M - $2.48M
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Treetop-level poolPrivate dockDeeded beach accessEn-suite bedroomsPrivate terraceGranite countertopsHigh ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracey Stetler 941-266-9001,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-383-6411
Bought with:
Thomas Washburn, JR, 3235928
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE ATCHLEY PROPE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4615831
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Library/Office, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Other, Dual Closets
- Level: Third
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Water Closet/Priv Toilet
- Level: Third
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x15
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Third
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x16
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Second
Den
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Closets
- Level: Second
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x18
Den
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Dining room
- Level: Second
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x13
Foyer
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20x49
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x15
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 980 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x49
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Elevator, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Travertine
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,382
- Total interior livable area: 4,828 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest, Open, Split Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Private Mailbox
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Pool, Trees/Woods, Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Gulf/Ocean - Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Gulf/Ocean - Partial
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor, Bay/Harbor Access, Beach - Access Deeded, Bridges - No Fixed Bridges
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Features: Private, Street Dead-End
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 7991500104
- Zoning: R3MX
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Other, Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Details
- Builder name: Bruce Saba
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: CEDAR WOODLANDS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $476/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,756,466
- Annual tax amount: $44,657
- Date on market: 7/6/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 305 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $2,300,000-52.6%$476/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $4,850,000$1,005/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Price change | $4,850,000+21.4%$1,005/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Price change | $3,995,000-19.3%$827/sqft |
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| 3/30/2025 | Price change | $4,950,000-13.9%$1,025/sqft |
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| 2/8/2025 | Price change | $5,750,000-0.9%$1,191/sqft |
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| 12/31/2024 | Price change | $5,800,000-15.9%$1,201/sqft |
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| 7/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $6,900,000-8%$1,429/sqft |
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| 2/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/20/2023 | Price change | $20,000+25%$4/sqft |
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| 11/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $16,000$3/sqft |
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| 9/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/7/2022 | Price change | $7,500,000-4.5%$1,553/sqft |
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| 6/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $7,850,000$1,626/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $7,850,000+170.7%$1,626/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/25/2019 | Listing removed | $2,900,000$601/sqft |
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| 2/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $2,900,000-17%$601/sqft |
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| 6/2/2017 | Listing removed | $3,495,000$724/sqft |
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| 3/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-35.8%$724/sqft |
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| 1/25/2017 | Listing removed | $5,442,000$1,127/sqft |
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| 12/5/2016 | Listed for sale | $5,442,000+28%$1,127/sqft |
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| 12/1/2015 | Listing removed | $4,250,000$880/sqft |
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| 6/27/2015 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000+0%$880/sqft |
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| 5/16/2015 | Listing removed | $4,249,000$880/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,502 -24.9% | $2,756,466 +10% |
| 2024 | $45,966 +2.9% | $2,505,878 +10% |
| 2023 | $44,658 +26.3% | $2,278,071 +10% |
| 2022 | $35,349 +14.3% | $2,070,974 +10% |
| 2021 | $30,924 +4.2% | $1,882,704 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $29,670 -3.1% | $1,788,758 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $30,628 | $1,784,857 +9.2% |
| 2018 | $30,628 +7.8% | $1,634,370 +10.8% |
| 2017 | $28,407 +17.3% | $1,475,088 -3.6% |
| 2016 | $24,209 | $1,530,207 +1.1% |
| 2015 | $24,209 | $1,513,147 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $24,209 +7.5% | $1,389,516 +3% |
| 2013 | $22,511 +2250973% | $1,349,045 +7.5% |
| 2012 | $1 | $1,254,648 -5.4% |
| 2011 | $1 | $1,326,282 -2.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,365,490 -6.7% |
| 2009 | $24,767 -3.3% | $1,464,023 -5.3% |
| 2008 | $25,611 -22.8% | $1,546,733 -22% |
| 2007 | $33,179 -1% | $1,981,812 +5.6% |
| 2006 | $33,509 +5.2% | $1,875,947 +9.3% |
| 2005 | $31,851 +9% | $1,716,201 +11.2% |
| 2004 | $29,226 +3.9% | $1,543,419 +7.8% |
| 2003 | $28,136 +7.2% | $1,431,866 +10.5% |
| 2002 | $26,245 +12.8% | $1,296,102 +12.8% |
| 2001 | $23,263 +17.9% | $1,149,326 +20.4% |
| 2000 | $19,737 | $954,342 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 34228
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- Florida
- Manatee County
- Longboat Key
- 34228
- 5444 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE
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