A nautical haven awaits with this impressive 3BR/3.5BA residence in the Harbor, one of the finest single-family communities on Longboat Key with just 67 home sites. The spectacular setting begins at your approach, where an elegant paver drive is enveloped by lush landscaping and leads to the stately stepped entryway. As you pass the threshold, you’re greeted by diamond-style travertine floors, lofty ceilings and an expansive living space filled with natural light. The family room, complete with a gas fireplace, provides a cozy retreat for relaxation and gatherings. The beautifully redone kitchen makes an exceptional heart of the home, with rich, dark wood cabinetry to complement the white quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, large center island, subway tile backsplash and perfectly positioned windows to frame your tranquil canal views. A sumptuous escape, the primary suite boasts a fireplace, a sitting area, access to the terrace, oversized walk-in closet, and an opulent primary bath with spa tub, walk-in shower and separate water closet. This property is a boater's paradise, featuring 100' of association-maintained seawall frontage, a new Trex dock, boat lift and jet ski lifts, providing easy deepwater access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf beyond. Additional highlights include a distinctive French-style roof, an oversized 4-car garage, an exercise room and a car enthusiast’s dream voluminous garage with room for multiple vehicles. The Harbor is set within prestigious Bay Isles and affords residents all the amenities and privileges of this world-class community including deeded beach access and membership in the private Bay Isles Beach Club
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$970Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Bruce Myer• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Contact: 941-383-6411
Bought with Robert Delaney• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Enjoy all the pleasures and adventures with waterfront living on Longboat Key in this expansive, updated and fully customized 3BR home in the Harbor, an intimate, gated well-manicured community of just 67 waterfront home sites. A circular paver drive leads to the impressive raised façade, as double-door entryway welcomes you inside to a world of exceptional appointments and touches resulting from its 2018 complete refurbishment. Diamond-style travertine floors with decorative inserts meander throughout the split plan design and into the main living area, which boasts a high cove ceiling, picture frame molding walls and a sitting area with large windows to maximize the pool and canal vistas. Retreat to the family room, where a gas fireplace creates a cozy ambiance for gatherings or quiet relaxation. Entertain with ease in the beautifully updated kitchen, which has a center island with cooktop and hood vent, solid wood cabinets, quartz counters, stainless-steel appliances, breakfast bar and access to the pavered open pool area. Set your sights on nautical voyages from the deepwater dock, with new pilings, power and water, plus a 10k lb lift. Additional features include master suite with fireplace, luxurious marble master bath and private outdoor sitting area, oversized 4-car garage and an air-conditioned exercise room. The Harbor is set within prestigious Bay Isles and affords residents all the amenities and privileges of this world-class community.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4414563
Apr 30, 2019
Listing Removed
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Apr 4, 2019
Price Changed
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Oct 1, 2018
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4182111
Jun 14, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 29, 2017
Listed
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Public Records
Sep 18, 2012
Sold
$582,500
$176/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3956278
Aug 31, 2012
Sold
$1,165,000
$353/sq ft
Feb 21, 2012
Listed
$1,389,000
$420/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3937012
Aug 3, 2011
Listing Removed
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Dec 29, 2010
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A328273
Oct 4, 2006
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A285828
Aug 30, 2005
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A256113
Apr 6, 2004
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A250928
Jan 10, 2004
Listed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A224833
Aug 22, 2002
Listed
*
Public Records
Sep 17, 2001
Sold
$1,575,000
$477/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 14, 2000
Sold
$800,000
$242/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,122 (−4.0%)
$1,550,000 + $573,400
$2,123,400
2024
$28,248 (+8.9%)
$1,600,000 + $562,200
$2,162,200
2023
$25,930 (+12.5%)
2022
$23,049 (+20.7%)
2021
$19,102 (+32.2%)
$1,000,000 + $356,500
$1,356,500
2020
$14,451 (−4.9%)
$690,000 + $346,900
$1,036,900
2019
$15,195 (−12.5%)
$780,000 + $318,900
$1,098,900
2018
$17,361 (−2.2%)
$900,000 + $349,300
$1,249,300
2017
$17,759 (−18.2%)
$900,000 + $362,200
$1,262,200
2016
$21,707 (+8.6%)
$1,000,000 + $519,400
$1,519,400
2015
$19,988 (+11.3%)
2014
$17,961 (+11.9%)
2013
$16,051 (+6.7%)
2012
$15,038
Tax history for 511 Harbor Gate Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,122 (−4.0%)
$1,550,000 + $573,400
$2,123,400
2024
$28,248 (+8.9%)
$1,600,000 + $562,200
$2,162,200
2023
$25,930 (+12.5%)
2022
$23,049 (+20.7%)
2021
$19,102 (+32.2%)
$1,000,000 + $356,500
$1,356,500
2020
$14,451 (−4.9%)
$690,000 + $346,900
$1,036,900
2019
$15,195 (−12.5%)
$780,000 + $318,900
$1,098,900
2018
$17,361 (−2.2%)
$900,000 + $349,300
$1,249,300
2017
$17,759 (−18.2%)
$900,000 + $362,200
$1,262,200
2016
$21,707 (+8.6%)
$1,000,000 + $519,400
$1,519,400
2015
$19,988 (+11.3%)
2014
$17,961 (+11.9%)
2013
$16,051 (+6.7%)
2012
$15,038
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
3,304
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0008150002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Dec 16, 2025 • Final
Residential alteration
Remove the old soffit and install a new soffit on a residential building.
Roofing
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.
Water View Description: Bay/Harbor - Partial,Canal
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Beach,Canal - Saltwater
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Dock w/Electric,Dock w/Water Supply,Lift,Sailboat Water,Seawall - Concrete
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Zoning: PD
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: In County, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Paved, Private
Lot Size Acres: 0.34
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Square Meters: 1394
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 529.36
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $23,049.49
Tax Year: 2022
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $5,126
Total Monthly Fees: $427.17
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Association Name: Ken Kandefer
Association 2 Name: BAY ISLES
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 1
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 225.00
Association Fee: $2,700
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: $2,426
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Private Road
School Information
Elementary School: Southside Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Pine View School
High School: Booker High
Location Information
Directions: From south end of Longboat Key, north on Gulf of Mexico Drive, turn right at the South Bay Isles guard gate. After the guard gate make a immediate right through the 2nd electronic gate onto Harbor Sound Drive and then the first left onto Harbor Gate Way, Residence is on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Water Access
Pets Allowed: Yes
Max Pet Weight: 99
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,304
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0008150002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-383-6411
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 53
Status Contractual Search Date: 2023-12-13
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 907.69
Green Information
Direction Faces: Southwest
Home Information
Living Area: 3304
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 306.95
Building Area Total: 5698
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab, Stem Wall
Stories Total: 2
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Southside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.8mi
10/10
Booker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
5/10
Booker High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 30 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Longboat Key, FL • 34228
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 6.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$3.04M – $3.68M
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