Life is better with your own piece of paradise! Cedars East is the pet friendly 65 acre community surrounded by nature and nestled between beach and bay. Perfectly positioned tri level townhome, tucked in this private island setting is yours to enjoy the amenities of island life and Longboat Key charm. Making the decision how to spend your day, may be your most difficult decision; stroll miles of white sand beaches, bike to neighboring islands, wander nature paths to the day dock, spend time fishing or launching kayaks for water filled adventures, enjoying encounters with dolphins and manatees, looking for sharks teeth or moments captivated by epic sunsets – so many choices! This updated furnished residence offers a light and bright open floor plan, high ceilings and views of lush foliage. Split bedroom plan offers private spaces for you and your guests. Recent upgrades include furniture, flooring, painting and vanities, newer AC, Hardie board and windows; leaving little to do but enjoy life – and decide what to do next! Attached garage, complete with grill, extra refrigerator includes space for storage, work bench or water toys. Added bonus – repeat seasonal tenant in place; giving you additional income to offset your expenses. Cedars East Tennis Resort offers onsite property management, Junior Olympic Pool, Tiki bar, Restaurant. Cedars Tennis Facility offers Membership options for the gym. Fitness center, Pro Shop, Clubhouse and 10 Har-Tru tennis courts. Create your island getaway, vacation destination, or investment opportunity – You decide!
Property Description: Corner Unit
TownhomeProperty Type
1990Year Built
$385Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kathryn Scott• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with Monique Holston-Greene, PA• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Location + personal retreat + income is the winning combination offering the Longboat Key lifestyle. Perfectly positioned in the pet friendly bayfront community of Cedars East, this updated furnished townhouse leaves little to do but enjoy the island life! Updated kitchen and baths, exterior Hardie board, and impact windows are just a few things you will be grateful that have been taken care of. Light and bright open floor plan, secluded lanai provides a background of foliage bringing calm to begin your day, or the split bedroom plan providing privacy to guests, this may be the piece of paradise you have been looking for. You will appreciate the attached oversized garage including space for storage, work bench or water toys. Cedars East Tennis Resort offers onsite property management, Junior Olympic Pool, Tiki bar, Restaurant, Nature trails, fishing pier and kayak launch. Cedars Tennis Facility offers Membership options for the gym and fitness center, pro shop, clubhouse and 10 Har-Tru tennis courts. Live and enjoy the island life with its miles of beaches, bike paths, restaurants and the ease of lifestyle– or venture to St. Armands and the evolving downtown Sarasota venues for entertainment. Added bonus - Returning guests have booked for winter season giving you income to off set your expenses.
Property Description
End Unit
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #M5826569
Oct 17, 2012
Sold
$168,000
$117/sq ft
Jan 10, 2012
Listed
$190,000
$132/sq ft
Drastic Price Reduction! This is not a short sale. Great opportunity to own this two bedroom - two and one half bath townhome in Cedars Tennis Resort. Offered turnkey furnished. Lanai has a horticultual view and is located in a quiet & peaceful location. Close to the boardwalk trail leading to the Clubhouse, Tennis Courts and Pool. Walking distance to stores and Durantee Park. Pet friendly community.
Property Description
Corner Unit, Elevated, End Unit
Public Records
Apr 2, 2004
Sold
$286,500
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 2001
Sold
$227,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 23, 1999
Sold
$190,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 1992
Sold
$180,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 1990
Sold
$1,190,000
$826/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,494 (−59.7%)
$207,060
2024
$8,660 (+4.7%)
$207,060
2023
$8,273 (+50.0%)
$514,250
2022
$5,515 (+18.2%)
2021
$4,665 (−1.5%)
$275,000
2020
$4,736 (+4.1%)
$275,000
2019
$4,548 (+11.8%)
$265,000
2018
$4,070 (+16.1%)
2017
$3,507 (+7.9%)
$210,500
2016
$3,249 (+8.7%)
$210,500
2015
$2,989 (+12.7%)
$187,900
2014
$2,653 (+3.6%)
2013
$2,561 (−16.5%)
2012
$3,068
Tax history for 513 Forest Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,494 (−59.7%)
$207,060
2024
$8,660 (+4.7%)
$207,060
2023
$8,273 (+50.0%)
$514,250
2022
$5,515 (+18.2%)
2021
$4,665 (−1.5%)
$275,000
2020
$4,736 (+4.1%)
$275,000
2019
$4,548 (+11.8%)
$265,000
2018
$4,070 (+16.1%)
2017
$3,507 (+7.9%)
$210,500
2016
$3,249 (+8.7%)
$210,500
2015
$2,989 (+12.7%)
$187,900
2014
$2,653 (+3.6%)
2013
$2,561 (−16.5%)
2012
$3,068
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1990
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Manatee County
APN
7927304803
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Oversized, Under Building
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Upper Level
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Laminate
Building Elevator YN: 0
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Cement Siding, Wood Frame
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $8,540
Total Monthly Fees: $711.67
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Turnkey
HOA Information
Association Name: AMI
Association 2 Name: Cedars East
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Association Amenities: Optional Additional Fees, Pool, Trail(s)
Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool, Sewer, Trash, Water
School Information
Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Martha B. King Middle
High School: Bayshore High
Location Information
Directions: Gulf of Mexico Drive to East on Companion Way. First left (Forest Way) unit is straight ahead on the right. Overflow parking is available at the first left on Forest Way.
Condo Information
Monthly Condo Fee Amount: 712
Condo Land Included Y/N: 1
Condo Fees Term: Quarterly
Condo Fees: 2135
Community Information
Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Fishing, Pool, Water Access
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Manatee County
APN: 7927304803
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 7
Status Contractual Search Date: 2022-07-14
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 444.44
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 1440
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 133.78
Building Area Total: 2268
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 3
Levels: Three Or More
Around this home
Schools
Anna Maria Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.7mi
10/10
Bayshore High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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, 29 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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
$527,000 – $638,000
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Wed Oct 28 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.