Discover an exceptional chance to complete a vision of waterfront luxury in the highly sought-after community of Country Club Shores on Longboat Key. This canal-front home offers the rare opportunity to pick up where the current owner left off—finishing a sophisticated coastal residence with the majority of major structural work already completed. For discerning buyers seeking to capture immediate equity and create a bespoke waterfront retreat, this property represents outstanding value in prime Longboat Key real estate. Set on a spacious 110’ x 110’ canal-front lot, the home features a fully reconstructed seawall and a private dock equipped with a 13,000-pound Platinum Series boat lift, providing effortless access to Sarasota Bay and the sparkling Gulf of Mexico. The residence is framed for approximately 3,089 square feet under air, offering 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in an elegant coastal ranch-style layout designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Substantial improvements have already been executed to the highest standards: a brand-new roof, complete framing, exterior walls, plumbing and electrical rough-ins, natural gas lines, insulation, HVAC ductwork, and impact-resistant windows and doors. Premium materials and finishes—including custom Italian cabinetry, Miele appliances, designer fixtures, and additional high-end components—convey with the property. Engineer-prepared plans provide a clear roadmap for completion, empowering the next owner to personalize the final touches while benefiting from the extensive work already invested. Located in one of the best positions within the desirable Country Club Shores community, this fixer-upper presents the perfect canvas to realize the seller’s vision of an amazing luxury waterfront home. Imagine waking to serene water views, launching your boat from your private dock, and enjoying the effortless Florida lifestyle that defines Longboat Key. Just moments away, enjoy world-class amenities and recreation: championship golf at the prestigious Longboat Key Club, pristine Gulf beaches for sun-soaked days, and the vibrant dining and shopping scene at St. Armands Circle. Explore Sarasota’s renowned fine and performing arts venues, upscale boutiques, and waterfront restaurants—all while residing in this sought-after enclave. Whether you crave boating adventures, cultural experiences, or relaxed coastal living, this location delivers unparalleled convenience and luxury. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to complete a standout waterfront property and unlock its full potential in one of Florida’s most desirable communities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$681Price/Sq.Ft.
$12/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Steve Walter• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Listed by Janet Walter• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Country Club Shores, located between Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, is a waterfront and residential Longboat Key neighborhood with deep-water canals and mid-century ranch homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the St. Armands Circle district just south of the bridge, where palm-lined streets frame galleries, independent boutiques, and sidewalk dining. Boater-facing streets read like a marina map, with private docks, seawalls, and wide setbacks that keep views open. The Longboat Key Club anchors the local rhythm with golf greens and bayside facilities. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium adds a coastal-science counterpoint nearby. Evenings tilt toward quiet canal walks and Gulf sunsets.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Double pane, insulated windows
Sliding doors
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
No appliances listed
Laundry & utility
Laundry inside
Flooring
Concrete
Epoxy
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Private saltwater canal access
Canal water view
110 feet of waterfront
Seawall and boat lift
Minimum wake / No wake zone
Gunite pool with deck (27ft x 13ft)
Cleared lot in a cul-de-sac
Near golf course, marina, and public transit
Paved roads, street dead-end
Flood zone (flood insurance required)
Street lights in community
Pets allowed
Home design
Single-family home
One story
Faces southeast
Fixer condition
Homesteaded
Parking
Attached garage
2-car garage
Security
No specific security features listed
Construction
Block and stucco construction
Concrete and tile roof
Slab foundation
Built with a total building area of approximately 3,089 square feet (living area reported separately)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Cable connected
Underground utilities
Water connected
HOA & community
HOA required (annual association fee $150; $12.50 monthly equivalent)
Association fee includes common area taxes
Association contact: Jim LeBaron
Financial info
Tax year 2025 (tax amount listed separately)
Other
Property zoned R4SF
Total lot about 0.28 acre (110 x 110)
Electricity and solar
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Looking for an adorable home in Longboat Key's fabulous Country Club Shores on the water with a boat dock for less than $1 million? LOOK NO MORE! If you want to live in this wonderful community, have a deep water canal with a boat 'in your back yard' only 4 houses in from the open bay, a lovely pool, and be on the extreme South of the island, with easy access to Lido, the Longboat Key Club, St. Armand's Circle and downtown Sarasota, look no further. You're home. If you like entertaining by the pool, or watching the porpoises and manatees, this is the place to do it. Throw a kayak or a paddle board in the water! Have a glass of wine by the pool, looking out at your boat. Long dock, lift and capped seawall make it easy to maintain. Four bedrooms makes it perfect for a large family and lots of guests.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4208953
Mar 26, 2018
Sold
$842,500
$287/sq ft
Mar 24, 2018
Pending
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Mar 22, 2018
Pending
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Feb 27, 2018
Pending
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Feb 5, 2018
Listed
$929,000
$317/sq ft
Located on the desirable South End of Longboat Key, come see this amazing opportunity and hard to find four bedrooms, canal front, sailboat water, pool home located in Country Club Shores. Only four houses in from the bay, wake up to stunning views and marine wildlife while overlooking the 82-foot long boat dock with lift and capped sea wall. Split plan with large bedrooms and corner pocket sliders all leading out to an amazing outdoor living experience. The expansive paved pool deck comes complete with gas fireplace, summer kitchen, beverage center, bar and lounging area. This home is move-in ready with new appliances, new interior paint, and new modern lights and ceiling fans. Easy outside living with the abundance of lush tropical landscaping with irrigation, timed lighting features, fenced backyard and a side entry oversized two-car garage. The master suite has a walk-in closet and a walk-in shower which leads into a private tropical garden area. The possibilities with this home are endless. Whether you are a fishing fanatic, golfer, boater or beach goer, being located across the street from The Longboat Key Club, with Private Deeded Beach Access, minutes from New Pass, very low HOA fees, and within a short stroll to St. Armand’s Circle this home is the perfect choice for affordable island living.
The purpose of this district is to delineate those areas suitable for single-family residential development of a medium density character together with the associated accessory uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Dec 2, 2025 • Active
Residential plumbing natural gas
Install a new gas line from the meter to new fixtures.
Gas
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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, 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
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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