Welcome to an extraordinary corner residence at The Water Club where timeless elegance meets effortless coastal living on Longboat Key. Offering 3,275 square feet of beautifully designed interior space, this 3-bedroom, 4.5-bath condominium captures sweeping unobstructed expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico, glowing sunsets, Sarasota Bay, and the city skyline from nearly every room. Floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive sightlines fill the home with natural light, creating a serene and sophisticated atmosphere throughout. Designed with refined craftsmanship, the residence showcases custom woodworking, hardwood floors, and soaring 10-foot ceilings that enhance the sense of scale and luxury. The thoughtfully designed layout provides generous living and entertaining spaces while maintaining privacy for guests. The home is in true move-in condition and has been thoughtfully updated with all-new appliances in 2025, blending modern convenience with classic finishes. Enjoy the exclusivity of private elevator access directly to the residence, along with full concierge services that elevate everyday living. The building offers an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including a Gulf-front swimming pool overlooking pristine white sand beaches, a fully equipped fitness studio, an elegant library, a grand ballroom for entertaining, and a game room for relaxation and recreation, a premier parking space, and as well as climate controlled storage units. This exceptional property delivers the best of beachfront living with luxury, privacy, and breathtaking views all within one of Longboat Key’s most desirable addresses. A rare opportunity to own a refined coastal retreat where every detail has been carefully considered and every day feels like a getaway.
Property Details
Price:
$3,595,000
MLS #:
A4677632
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
4.5
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Subdivision:
WATER CLUB AT LONGBOAT KEY
Neighborhood:
34228longboatkey
Listed Date:
Jan 10, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,273
Total Sq Ft:
3,692
Year Built:
1999
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Schools
Elementary School:
Southside Elementary
Middle School:
Booker Middle
High School:
Sarasota High
Interior
Appliances
Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Engineered Hardwood, Tile
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Laundry Features
Inside, Laundry Room
Levels
One
Exterior
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
Corner Unit
Community Features
Gulf/Ocean Front, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated Community – Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
Construction Materials
Concrete
Covered Spaces
1
Direction Faces
South
Exterior Features
Balcony, Lighting, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
Parking Features
Assigned, Deeded, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Reserved, Under Building
Patio And Porch Features
Covered
Roof
Concrete
Security Features
Gated Community, Key Card Entry, Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground
View
City, Water
Waterfront Features
Gulf/Ocean Front, Gulf/Ocean
Window Features
Window Treatments
Financial
HOA Includes
24-Hour Guard, Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Trash
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$26,304
Map
Community
- Address1281 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 708 LONGBOAT KEY FL
- SubdivisionWATER CLUB AT LONGBOAT KEY
- CityLONGBOAT KEY
- CountySarasota
- Zip Code34228
Subdivisions in LONGBOAT KEY
- 360 NORTH PH II
- 7981 – LONGBOAT KEY MOORINGS
- 8177 – LONGBOAT KEY MOORINGS MARINA 2
- ACREAG0001
- AQUARIUS CLUB
- ARBOMAR APTS
- ARIA LONGBOAT KEY
- AVIGNON VILLAS
- BAILEY-DOBSON
- BAY ISLES
- BAYOU HAMMOCK
- BAYPORT BCH & TEN PH A
- BAYPORT BCH & TEN PH C
- BAYPORT BCH & TEN PH D
- BAYPORT BCH & TEN PH E
- BAYPORT BCH & TEN PH F
- BAYVIEW ESTATES
- BEACH HARBOR CLUB
- BEACHES OF LONGBOAT KEY PH-1
- BEACHPLACE I
- BEACHPLACE II
- BEACHPLACE III
- BOATHOUSE ON LONGBOAT
- BONAIRE AT LONGBOAT KEY
- BUTTONWOOD COVE
- BUTTONWOOD HARBOR
- CEDARS EAST SEC 1
- CEDARS EAST SEC 2
- CHARLIES
- CLUB LONGBOAT BEACH & TENNIS
- COLLIER WALKER
- CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES AT LONGBOAT KEY
- COQUINA BEACH
- COREYS LANDING
- COUNTRY CLUB SHORES
- COUNTRY CLUB SHORES IV
- COUNTRY CLUB SHORES SEC 02
- COUNTRY CLUB SHORES SEC 03
- COUNTY CLUB SHORES SEC I
- DREAM ISLAND
- EMERALD HARBOR
- EMERALD HARBOR UNIT 1 REV
- EMERALD POINTE NORTH
- EN PROVENCE
- FAIRWAY BAY
- FAIRWAY BAY 1
- FAIRWAY BAY 2 PH 1
- FAIRWAY BAY 2 PH 2 & 3
- FAIRWAY BAY 3
- FRACTIONAL SUB
- GRAND BAY 1
- GRAND BAY 2
- GRAND BAY 3
- GRAND BAY 4
- GRAND BAY 6
- GULFSHORE OF LONGBOAT KEY
- HARBOR OAKS PH I & II
- HARBOUR COURT
- HARBOUR OAKS
- HARBOUR OAKS 2
- HARBOUR OAKS PH I & II
- HARBOUR VILLA CLUB AT THE BUCCANEER
- HARRIS BAYOU
- HOOTON
- INFINITY ON LONGBOAT KEY
- INN ON THE BEACH
- INN ON THE BEACH PH II
- INN ON THE BEACH PH III
- ISLANDER CLUB
- ISLANDER CLUB OF LONGBOAT
- ISLANDS WEST
- JEWFISH KEY
- L AMBIANCE
- L AMBIANCE 1
- L AMBIANCE AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB
- L AMBIANCE AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB PH 02
- LAGUNA YACHT VILLAGE
- LONGBEACH ON LONGBOAT KEY
- LONGBEACH REV OF R P JORDANS SUB
- LONGBOAT ARMS
- LONGBOAT HARBOUR
- LONGBOAT HARBOUR TOWERS
- LONGBOAT KEY
- LONGBOAT KEY CASA DEL MAR
- LONGBOAT KEY MOORINGS
- LONGBOAT KEY MOORINGS MARINA
- LONGBOAT KEY MOORINGS MARINA 2
- LONGBOAT KEY TOWERS
- LONGBOAT SHORES REV
- LONGBOAT TERRACE
- MARINA BAY
- MCCALLS BEACH CASTLE
- NEPTUNE
- NEPTUNE ON LONGBOAT KEY
- NEW PASS SHORES
- NORTHGATE OF LONGBOAT KEY
- PELICAN HARBOUR
- PELICAN HARBOUR & BEACH CLUB
- PIERRE
- PLAYERS CLUB 3
- PLAYERS CLUB I
- PLAYERS CLUB II
- PLAYERS CLUB III
- PORTOBELLO
- PRESERVE/LONGBEACH
- PRIVATEER NORTH
- PRIVATEER SOUTH
- PROMENADE
- QUEENS HARBOR A/K/A MANCHESTER BAY
- QUEENS HARBOUR
- RAUCH
- REGENT PLACE PH 2
- SABAL COVE
- SAGE LBK
- SALTY ACRES
- SANCTUARY I
- SANCTUARY IV
- SAND CAY
- SANDS POINT
- SARASOTA OUTRIGGER
- SEA GATE CLUB
- SEA PINES
- SEAGRAPE INN
- SEAPLACE
- SEAPLACE I
- SEAPLACE II
- SEAPLACE III
- SEAPLACE V
- SEAPLACE VI
- SHIPMANS ADD
- SLEEP LAGOON PARK
- SLEEPY LAGOON
- SLEEPY LAGOON PARK
- SLEEPY LAGOON PARK 2
- SLEEPY LAGOON PART NO 2
- SPANISH MAIN YACHT CLUB CONDO
- ST REGIS LONGBOAT KEY
- ST. REGIS
- ST. REGIS LONGBOAT KEY
- SUNSET BEACH
- SUNSET BEACH PH 2
- SUTTON PLACE
- TANGERINE BAY CLUB
- THE BANYAN BAY CLUB
- THE PRESERVE/LONGBEACH
- THE SHORE
- THE WESTCHESTER
- TIFFANY PLAZA
- TREE HOUSE
- TURTLE CRAWL SEC 36 TOWNSHIP 35S RANGE 16E
- TWIN SHORES BEACH & MARINA
- TWIN SHORES BEACH AND MARINA, INC.
- TWIN SHORES MOBILE HOME
- VEINTE
- VILLA DI LANCIA PH 1
- VILLA DOS PALMAS
- VIZCAYA AT LONGBOAT KEY PH 01
- VIZCAYA AT LONGBOAT KEY PHASE 1
- WATER CLUB 01 AT LONGBOAT KEY
- WENDY
- WESTCHESTER APTS
- WESTCHESTER CONDO APTS UN 3
- WHITNEY BEACH
- WHITNEY BEACH III
- WINDWARD BAY AMD
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Condo in LONGBOAT KEY as of May 05, 2026
295
Condo Listed
136
Avg DOM
744
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,378,906
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the WATER CLUB AT LONGBOAT KEY subdivision, 1281 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 708 LONGBOAT KEY FL is a Condo for sale in LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228. It is listed for $3,595,000 and features 3 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 3,273 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1999. The current price per square foot is $1,098. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in LONGBOAT KEY is $744. The average listing price for Condo in LONGBOAT KEY is $1,378,906. To schedule a showing of MLS#a4677632 at 1281 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 708 in LONGBOAT KEY, FL, contact your CENTURY 21 Carioti agent at 800-783-8847.
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