Under Construction. Set on nearly two private Gulf-front acres, this visionary estate is emerging as one of the most architecturally significant residences ever conceived on Longboat Key. Designed by the internationally acclaimed firm Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors, the home represents a rare convergence of sculptural design, coastal sensitivity, and modern livability. Bold in concept yet timeless in execution, the main residence unfolds with intention. A dramatic foyer introduces expansive living spaces designed to capture light, scale, and uninterrupted Gulf views. The primary suite is conceived as a private sanctuary, complete with dual spa-inspired baths and bespoke dressing rooms. A stately office, refined lounge, formal dining room, and temperature-controlled wine cellar complement the open-concept great room, which transitions seamlessly to a sweeping Gulf-front terrace. Dual kitchens, a showpiece entertaining kitchen and a separate chef’s kitchen, elevate both daily living and grand-scale hosting. The estate continues upward to a rooftop deck with panoramic coastal vistas, while other levels offer a private cinema, multiple guest suites, and a dedicated guest-level kitchenette. A thoughtfully designed guest house and separate pool house provide additional privacy and flexibility for extended stays or staff accommodations. Outdoors, the setting transforms into a private coastal resort. Lush, layered landscaping surrounds a dramatic resort-style pool and spa, expansive entertaining terraces, tranquil water features, and potential for a private tennis and pickleball court — all oriented toward the Gulf’s endless horizon. Positioned along one of the most coveted stretches of Longboat Key, the property offers both seclusion and proximity to the best of the region, including The Resort at Longboat Key Club, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, St. Armand's Circle, and the cultural vibrancy of downtown Sarasota. With construction advancing and pricing evolving accordingly, this is a rare opportunity to secure a generational Gulf-front legacy estate at a pivotal stage. Longboat Key’s global recognition, including its inclusion among Forbes Travel Guide’s Top 12 Destinations, further underscores the enduring value of this extraordinary offering.
New construction
$38,450,000
5965 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
11beds
17,199sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$249,518/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 2026
1.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,236/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Separate pool houseMultiple guest suitesStately officeSweeping gulf-front terraceRefined loungeDual spa-inspired bathsTemperature-controlled wine cellar
- 143 days |
- 2,816 |
- 103 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joel Schemmel 941-587-4894,
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN 941-867-6199
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4681869
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 17
- Full bathrooms: 13
- 1/2 bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Great Room, Utility Room, Loft, Media Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x26
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x24
Bedroom 5
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x22
Bathroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x21
Bathroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x19
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x22
Great room
- Level: Second
- Area: 1050 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30x35
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 588 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x28
Loft
- Level: Third
- Area: 484 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x22
Media room
- Level: Third
- Area: 493 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x29
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 32,165
- Total interior livable area: 17,199 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street, Oversized, Split Garage, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 7
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Infinity, Outside Bath Access, Salt Water
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Beach,Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Beach, Gulf/Ocean, Beach Access, Gulf/Ocean Access
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Size: 1.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 150 x 475
- Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Oversized Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana, Guest House, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s)
- Parcel number: 7897110008
- Zoning: R1SF
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary,Custom,Elevated
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Under Construction
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2026
Details
- Builder model: Custom
- Builder name: Bluewater Construction LLC
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Waterfront
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LONGBOAT KEY
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,594,063
- Annual tax amount: $82,342
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 144 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $38,450,000+53.8%$2,236/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4681869 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listing removed | $25,000,000$1,454/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4632544 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $25,000,000+117.5%$1,454/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Listing removed | $11,495,000+13.3%$668/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4488608 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2021 | Sold | $10,150,000-11.7%$590/sqft |
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| 3/17/2021 | Pending sale | $11,495,000+4.5%$668/sqft |
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| 3/12/2021 | Listing removed | $11,000,000-4.3%$640/sqft |
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| 1/15/2021 | Price change | $11,495,000-4.1%$668/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Price change | $11,989,0000%$697/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY #A4418090 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2020 | Price change | $11,990,0000%$697/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Longboat Key #A4418090 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $11,995,000-14%$697/sqft |
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| 7/9/2018 | Listing removed | $13,950,000$811/sqft |
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| 3/2/2018 | Price change | $13,950,000-5.4%$811/sqft |
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| 6/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $14,750,000+178.3%$858/sqft |
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| 1/21/2015 | Sold | $5,300,000-29.3%$308/sqft |
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| 10/1/2014 | Price change | $7,500,000-15.7%$436/sqft |
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| 2/25/2014 | Price change | $8,900,000-5.3%$517/sqft |
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| 5/22/2013 | Price change | $9,400,000-10%$547/sqft |
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| 11/22/2012 | Listed for sale | $10,450,000-9.1%$608/sqft |
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| 7/21/2012 | Listing removed | $11,500,000$669/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A3933339 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2010 | Listed for sale | $11,500,000-11.5%$669/sqft |
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| 7/10/2010 | Listing removed | $13,000,000$756/sqft |
Source: NRT Florida #A3915484 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $13,000,000+205.9%$756/sqft |
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| 5/2/2001 | Sold | $4,250,000$247/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $82,342 +4.8% | $5,255,787 +10% |
| 2024 | $78,606 +8.3% | $4,777,988 +10% |
| 2023 | $72,570 -52.3% | $4,343,625 -54.4% |
| 2022 | $152,199 +79.2% | $9,527,393 +86.8% |
| 2021 | $84,937 +0.1% | $5,100,272 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $84,832 +3.2% | $5,029,854 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $82,172 | $4,916,768 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $82,172 +0.2% | $4,825,091 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $81,977 +5.8% | $4,725,848 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $77,497 | $4,628,646 +2.3% |
| 2015 | $77,497 | $4,523,316 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $77,497 +6% | $4,487,417 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $73,127 +7312622% | $4,421,100 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $1 | $4,347,198 +3% |
| 2011 | $1 | $4,220,581 -23.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $5,538,126 -4.7% |
| 2009 | $97,642 -15.1% | $5,810,777 -16.7% |
| 2008 | $115,060 +65.3% | $6,972,922 +67.7% |
| 2007 | $69,624 -5.3% | $4,158,675 +1% |
| 2006 | $73,549 +5.6% | $4,117,500 +9.8% |
| 2005 | $69,625 +23.6% | $3,751,500 +26.2% |
| 2004 | $56,311 -7.3% | $2,973,750 -3.8% |
| 2003 | $60,731 +33.1% | $3,090,670 +37.2% |
| 2002 | $45,627 +32.2% | $2,253,250 +32.1% |
| 2001 | $34,525 +25.5% | $1,705,777 +28.3% |
| 2000 | $27,502 | $1,329,804 |
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Neighborhood: 34228
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Anna Maria Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.3 mi
- 2/10Bayshore High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 4.9 mi
- 4/10Martha B. King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Anna Maria Elementary
- Middle: Martha B. King Middle
- High: Bayshore 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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