Community
Longboat Key
Refined island living between Sarasota Bay and the Gulf.
Overview
A 10-mile barrier island known for its low-key elegance: gated bay-to-Gulf communities, pristine beaches, and an unhurried pace minutes from St. Armands and downtown Sarasota.
Lifestyle
Private clubs, tennis, golf, boating, and quiet beach walks. A true year-round resort lifestyle.
Housing options
Gulf-front estates, mid-rise condominiums, and gated club communities like Bay Isles and Longboat Key Club.
Over the past 12 months, homes and condos here sold from about $350K to over $30M, with a median around $1.1M.
Pros
- Quiet luxury and privacy
- Easy access to Sarasota culture
- Strong long-term value
Considerations
- Top-of-market pricing
- Coastal insurance considerations
- Longboat Key is split by county. The northern portion sits in Manatee County and the southern portion in Sarasota County. Sarasota County Schools earned an A for 2025-26 and Manatee earned a B. Verify the assigned schools for any address with the district before you buy.
Lifestyle fit
Discerning second-home buyers and retirees seeking refined coastal living.
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