4976 Gulf Of Mexico Drive #Villa 18, Longboat Key, FL 34228
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Circle
Listed by: christina weger, eileen gillen, pll
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:A4665034
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$600,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$262.81
About this home
Virtually Staged. PRICE REDUCED! Experience the ultimate Longboat Key lifestyle in this waterfront gem featuring stunning Sarasota Bay and canal views. This spacious residence offers two Bedrooms, two Bathrooms, a versatile Bonus Room (ideal as a 3rd Bedroom, Home Office or private In-Law/Nanny Suite), plus a generous laundry room with newer full-size machines. This villa has been completely and meticulously renovated, with no detail overlooked and no expense spared. Beyond its stunning finishes, this home offers something incredibly valuable: Exceptional Peace of Mind! Major infrastructure updates include new electrical and plumbing systems, new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring, fresh interior paint, and Hurricane-Impact Windows and Doors throughout. EVEN BETTER...exterior Building Maintenance Repairs and Insurance (including Flood, Hurricane, and Hazard coverage) are all included in the monthly HOA fee, creating a truly low-stress ownership experience. Recent updates include stylishly renovated bathrooms with stone countertops and new vanities, while the spacious new kitchen offers stainless appliances, quartz counters, plus abundant storage and counter space. This home also features a light-filled Florida room opening to a private patio, perfect for outdoor grilling, dining under the stars or watching playful manatees and dolphins in the canal. And for ultimate convenience, everyday living is effortless with the attached covered carport. Beyond your private retreat, Windward Bay offers resort-style amenities across 26 pristine, landscaped bay front acres. Enjoy two heated pools with complimentary lounge seating, saunas, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, shuffleboard, boat slips ($50/month or $55/month with owner-provided lift), kayak/paddle board storage and launch ($45/year), fishing, and three private beach access points. Plus, Zota Beach Resort is just across the street for elegant dining and nightly sunsets. Windward Bay is a proactive, well-managed community that has passed its structural integrity inspection and is certified for another 10 years. Owners may rent up to twice per year with a one-month minimum, offering excellent income potential. Best of all-this rare Longboat Key community is pet-friendly for Owners and Renters! Don't miss your chance to own a slice of island paradise and enjoy a relaxed, coastal lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty and first-class amenities. Your dream retreat awaits!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1974
- Subdivision & Development:WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Listing ID #:A4665034
- Added:316 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 09, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stone Counters
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:1,900 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Built-Up, Tile
- Year built:1974
- Building area:1,900 sq. ft.
- Lot area:26 Acres
- Lot Features:Flood Zone, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Paved, Sidewalk
- Architectural Style:Mediterranean
- Construction Materials:Stucco
- Exterior Features:Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered, Tennis Court(s)
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Bayshore High
- Middle school:Martha B. King Middle
- Elementary school:Anna Maria Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$600,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$262.81
- Tax amount:$5,878 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer
- Amenities:BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Cable TV, Ceiling Fans(s), Clubhouse, Eat-in Kitchen, Fence Restrictions, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Fitness Center, Irrigation Equipment, Laundry, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Phone Available, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Stone Counters, Tennis Court(s), Thermostat, Trail(s), Underground Utilities, Vehicle Restrictions, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Child Safety Fence, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Outside Bath Access, Pool, Public Pool
Parking
- Parking description:1 Car Carport, Covered, Deeded, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street, Open
- Carport spaces:1
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