511 FOREST, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
$670,000 Was $695,000
Beds: 2
Baths: 2 Full / 1 Half
Sq. Ft.: 1,440 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1990
Lot Size: N/A
Garage: 2
Pool: Yes
DOM: 118

Property Overview
Status: Closed
Property Type: Residential
MLS #: adcc818675da4fa22e6e99db9de1953f
Subdivision: CEDARS EAST SEC 2
County: Manatee
HOA Fee: $2,719 (Quarterly)
Year Built: 1990
Construction: Block, Cement Siding, Concrete, Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Zoning: R3MX/PC
Tax Amount: $6,667.00 (2023)
Date Sold: Nov 5, 2024
Sold Price: $639,184
Listed On: May 10, 2024
Description
New Opportunity, Here Now! Walk right into instant income with appx $40k on the books for future seasonal rental. A beautifully maintained Townhome in Cedars East Fitness & Tennis Resort. Ideally, it is located in a private location of Cedars East. Easy access to our island's long walking/bike path with easy access to one of our best beach accesses. End unit with enchanting tropical foliage views and war, southern exposure light from almost every window. Excellent price positioning on this particular location. The open, spacious, private light combined with the tropical foliage will absolutely put you in that relaxed island-life state of mind. This beautiful home, with its high ceilings and open flowing floor plan, features an open kitchen with the snack bar leading right into the dining and family room, giving you an open and spacious living area. This home has gorgeous colors and materials throughout the entire interior. Ceramic tile through the whole first floor. The kitchen offers updated countertops, cabinets, and appliances. The primary bedroom is oversized with a wall of windows offering those wooded views of our tropical island foliage. The Master bathroom is large with his and her vanities. Lanai off the family room is a peaceful oasis surrounded by an island landscape and complete privacy. The exterior was resided w/ maintenance-free Hardi Board Siding along w/ newer windowswhere installed. The oversized garage with a large storage closet is perfect for all the hobbies and is a very rare asset on Longboat Key. Additional recent improvements include new AC condensers on both machines. Cedars East is a 66-acre village-like townhome setting, surrounded by nature & close access to both the beach and bay on the beautiful north end of Longboat Key. Spacious and tropical 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, Restaurant, Fishing Pier & kayak launch. Some amenities require additional membership to the club for use. Walking distance to area attractions like Harry's Deli and Continental Kitchen, a true island gem in Joan Durante Park, Euphemia Haye Restaurant & The Haye Loft, and, of course, Longboat Key's world-famous sugary white sand beaches. Close to other 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, Anna Maria Island, Ringling Museum complex and numerous dining options on Longboat and in downtown Sarasota. If you are a golfer, there are a number of top-rated courses nearby. Spacious Condo Ownership, property w/ Townhome Design, is perfect for seasonal or year-round living. Convenient on-site rental mgmt company, if desired, with a convenient 2-week minimum rental policy w/in the community. Current seller has multiple repeat clients that would be interested in rebooking in the future and excellent future bookings, projections and rental history to share. Cedars is also a pet-friendly community!! Finally, the sellers are offering completely turn-key furnished (Excluding very limited personal items) to make your move seamless so, as you can see, what a property for your new beach residence.
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Directions
Gulf of Mexico to East on Companion Way to North on Forest Way. Property fifth unit on right
School Information
Elementary: Anna Maria Elementary
Middle: Martha B. King Middle
High: Bayshore High
Location
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Listing Information
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CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES
Listing Agent: Jesse Griffin
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Data last updated: July 30, 2025, 9:30 am UTC
MLS Source: Stellar MLS Copyright © 2025
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