This Lemon Bay front home, only steps away from the Gulf of Mexico, is nothing short of Magnificent. The mature canopy of Native Oaks, Various species of palms along with the professionally landscaped gardens will bring you back in time to that Old Florida Charm and tranquility that you have been looking for. It's time to relax in this detailed tastefully updated home. Whether you are looking for a vacation home for you and your family or a seasonal rental, this home is sure to check all the boxes. The unobstructed Bay views are never ending looking directly across at The Lemon Bay Park where no homes are built with sights of only that beautiful Old Florida Landscape. The chefs Kitchen has been updated with a Gas Wolf Range, Large Center set Island, Eat in Kitchen all perfect for entertaining. A Dumbwaiter was placed perfectly to assist with groceries from the garage directly into a cabinet in the kitchen. The bay views from your Kitchen opens up with a set of French doors directly out to your large covered and screened in terrace that wraps completely around the home. The heated and elevated concrete swimming pool was engineered to flow both directly off the decks and master bedroom, all with ease and no steps. The Views from the master bedroom are just as grand of the bay with the suite offering a large air soaking tub, walk in shower and dual separated vanities. The third floor offers what may be the best views on all of Manasota Key with endless Panoramic views. This 3rd bedroom can be used as a guest quarters, Entertainment room or just simply your private sanctuary. This room offers a third half bathroom and large storage closet. You will find many fruit trees on the grounds to include: Lemon, Banana, Lychee, Orange, Avocado, Fig, Starfruit and even a Blueberry Tree. A newer 10,000 lb. boat lift and fish station was recently added to the dock. Deeded Beach Access is directly across the street with recent county approved sea wall installed.
Nestled among the majestic Oak Hammock and tropical fruit garden sits this beautiful Manasota Key home with Intra Coastal frontage and a deeded beach easement just across the street. Take morning walks along the quiet beach in search of rare colorful shells and sharks teeth to add to your collection. The home has been remodeled with stunning white oak flooring, a gorgeous and functional new kitchen which boasts coastal inspired granite and stainless steel appliances. The dining room opens up to the large lanai which offers expansive bay views through the elegantly manicured mangroves. Relax and enjoy a good book while reveling in the fresh sea breezes, cool off in the quaint tropical pool or perhaps catch dinner from the newly improved dock which offers a boat lift, kayak lift and a fish cleaning station. Spoil yourself with fresh fruit daily including, figs, passion fruit, bananas, avocados, starfruit, mangos and much more. The large garage offers space for all your toys and workshop. If you are looking for a perfectly situated and well maintained island home, this could surely be the one.
Property Description
Elevated
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3948524
Aug 3, 2012
Sold
$925,000
$384/sq ft
Sep 8, 2011
Listed
$1,050,000
$436/sq ft
This home is a show stopper with spectacular curb appeal set in the protected canopy section of Manasota Key. Entire property inside and out has been impeccably maintained and shows well. Boat dock with lift, elevated in-ground pool, beach easement andviews of nature assure a true Florida feel. Over sized screened in balcony is perfect for entertaining and enjoying outdoor meals. Interior features include: Hardwood floors, detailed millwork, breakfast nook, French doors, welcoming foyer and over sizedbedrooms. Entire second story has a full wrap around covered deck which provides easy access to various locations of the house. Century old oak trees with exotic vegetation afford shade and ambiance for the nature enthusiasts. Master suite is perfectly comfortable with multiple windows, French doors and views of the pool and Intra-Coastal waterway. Master bath includes soaking tub, walk-in shower, double sinks and neutral colors. This is truly one of the more special properties on the bay for sale in theProtected Canopy Section of Manasota Key.
Property Description
Elevated
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3925739
Apr 1, 2010
Listed
*
Public Records
May 20, 1992
Sold
$200,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 1988
Sold
$149,500
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,527 (−0.5%)
$904,200 + $764,400
$1,668,600
2024
$19,634 (+62.4%)
$811,900 + $854,900
$1,666,800
2023
$12,089 (+2.0%)
2022
$11,850
2021
$11,857 (−10.6%)
2020
$13,266 (+17.8%)
$468,700 + $471,800
$940,500
2019
$11,262 (−5.2%)
$421,400 + $472,500
$893,900
2018
$11,884 (+20.8%)
$487,900 + $455,400
$943,300
2017
$9,837 (+0.3%)
2016
$9,809 (−1.9%)
2015
$10,000 (−0.3%)
$310,700 + $436,800
$747,500
2014
$10,030 (−19.9%)
2013
$12,521 (+36.4%)
2012
$9,182
Tax history for 6885 Manasota Key Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,527 (−0.5%)
$904,200 + $764,400
$1,668,600
2024
$19,634 (+62.4%)
$811,900 + $854,900
$1,666,800
2023
$12,089 (+2.0%)
2022
$11,850
2021
$11,857 (−10.6%)
2020
$13,266 (+17.8%)
$468,700 + $471,800
$940,500
2019
$11,262 (−5.2%)
$421,400 + $472,500
$893,900
2018
$11,884 (+20.8%)
$487,900 + $455,400
$943,300
2017
$9,837 (+0.3%)
2016
$9,809 (−1.9%)
2015
$10,000 (−0.3%)
$310,700 + $436,800
$747,500
2014
$10,030 (−19.9%)
2013
$12,521 (+36.4%)
2012
$9,182
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
2,410
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0500160002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
RE-2
Residential Estate District
The RE Districts permits large lot, estate-type development. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions and requirements necessary to preserve and protect the low-density estate character of the district; The RE Districts are generally used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as Semi-Rural, Low Density and Moderate Density Residential on the Future Land Use Map. Locations on the Barrier Islands that have existing RE zoning are acknowledged, and are considered to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map; however, such lands shall not be rezoned to a more intensive RE District; Agricultural uses permitted under the OUE-2 District prior to October 27, 2003, shall continue to be permitted uses on those parcels converted from OUE-2 to RE-1 zoning.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space
Feb 9, 2026 • Active
Residential alteration
Remodel
Sep 29, 2025 • Final
Residential mechanical
Replace an existing five-ton heating and air conditioning unit with a new unit of the same capacity.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.