Off market feb 2020 for $315K

$518,865

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,351/mo

•

1,440

sq ft

537 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228

About this home

Beautifully renovated townhome located in Cedars East Tennis Resort. Gorgeous wood flooring in living room, dining room, master bedroom and guest bedroom and quality tile flooring in kitchen and baths. Hardie board siding has been upgraded on the exterior. This home has been well taken care of and has been used primarily by owners but can be an excellent rental investment. Kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash and rollout drawers. This lovely 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome is offered turnkey furnished and features a large open dining room, living room, enclosed screened lanai, oversized attached garage and in unit washer and dryer. Ready to rent out as a vacation rental or move in right away. Cedars East Tennis Resort offers ten Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Clubhouse, Pro Shop, Fitness Center, Junior Olympic Pool, Nature trails, fishing pier, Restaurant and Tiki Bar. Walk-way through pristine mangroves to Jr. Olympic sized pool. Tennis and fitness memberships available and can be purchased separately. Incredible beaches, town tennis facilities, fishing, kayak rentals, shopping and restaurants nearby.

TownhomeProperty Type

1990Year Built

2.11 acresLot Size

$360Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Mary Moore • WAGNER REALTY

Bought with Bill Burns • WATERSIDE REALTY LLC

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4422786

Redfin Estimate

$518,865

$204K since sold in February 2020$30K since October

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This home's estimate is 25.8% lower than the average sale price ($700K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$585,000
A
2 beds2.5 baths1,440 sq ft
847 Evergreen Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$575,000
B
2 beds2.5 baths1,440 sq ft
528 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 34228
SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 12, 2026
$557,500
C
2 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
660 Cedars Ct, Longboat Key, FL 34228
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$875,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,561 sq ft
5757 Gulf OF Mexico Dr #205, Longboat Key, FL 34228
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$735,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,274 sq ft
5655 Gulf OF Mexico Dr Unit D107, Longboat Key, FL 34228
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$870,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,509 sq ft
615 Dream Island Pl #210, Longboat Key, FL 34228

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Market trends in 34228, FL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

93.7%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$941K

$109K MoM

Avg. days on market

132d

34 days MoM

Recently sold homes

118

37 MoM

New listings for sale

$995,000
2 beds2 baths1,524 sq ft
4401 Gulf OF Mexico Dr #601, Longboat Key, FL 34228
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,195,000
2 beds2 baths1,505 sq ft
3235 Gulf OF Mexico Dr Unit A201, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$1,249,000
2 beds2 baths1,409 sq ft
1050 Longboat Club Rd #901, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$20,000,000
7 beds7.5 baths6,800 sq ft
40 Lighthouse Point Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
3D WALKTHROUGH
$7,595,000
3 beds2.5 baths3,080 sq ft
6151 Gulf OF Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$400,000
2 beds2 baths1,072 sq ft
4370 Chatham Dr #102, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$2,850,000
5 beds3 baths3,042 sq ft
501 Norton St, Longboat Key, FL 34228
EARLY ACCESS
$2,200,000
3 beds3 baths2,420 sq ft
601 Longboat Club Rd Unit 501S, Longboat Key, FL 34228
EARLY ACCESS
$1,100,000
2 beds2 baths1,458 sq ft
601 Longboat Club Rd Unit 502S, Longboat Key, FL 34228
3D WALKTHROUGH
$19,995,000
3 beds4.5 baths5,895 sq ft
1561 Gulf OF Mexico Dr #301, Longboat Key, FL 34228
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Sale history for 537 Forest Way

Date

Event

Price

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4422786

Feb 24, 2020

Sold

$315,000

$219/sq ft

Jan 30, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 31, 2019

Price Changed

$330,000

$229/sq ft

Jan 4, 2019

Listed

$360,000

$250/sq ft

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3959042

Oct 12, 2012

Sold

$199,000

$138/sq ft

Apr 17, 2012

Listed

$199,000

$138/sq ft

Beautiful location in highly desirable Cedars East. Ideal for the Tennis and beach enthusiast. Two bedroom - two and one half bath with a large living area. All new hurricane impact windows just installed. Screened in lanai with a tropical views. Close to the boardwalk trail leading to the Clubhouse, Tennis Courts and Pool. Walking distance to beach, stores, restaurants and Durantee Park. New air conditioner system.

Property Description

End Unit

Public Records

Dec 22, 2000

Sold

$177,000

$123/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 2, 1993

Sold

$199,000

$138/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 23, 1990

Sold

$1,190,000

$826/sq ft

Tax history for 537 Forest Way

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

2002

Sq. Ft.

1,440

Year built

1990

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Manatee County

APN

7927305404

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 30x30
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Guest, Oversized
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

Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 4

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Split Bedroom, Window Treatments
Window Features: Blinds
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened
Exterior Features: Lighting, Sliding Doors, Storage

Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Bay/Harbor
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Fishing Pier

Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Townhouse
Zoning: R3MX/PC

Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
Total Acreage: Up to 10,889 Sq. Ft.

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.11
Lot Size Square Meters: 8536

Building Information
MFR_BuildingNameNumber: 537

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,069
Tax Year: 2018

Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Available

Location

Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $7,600
Total Monthly Fees: $633.33

Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0

HOA Information
Association Name: Lighthouse Management /Alex McGonigal
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 633.33
Association Fee: $1,900
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Private Road, Sewer, Trash, Water

Location Information
Directions: North on Gulf of Mexico, East on Companion Way, left on Forest Way, left turn, right turn to 537

Condo Information
Condo Fees: 0

Community Information
Community Features: Fishing, Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Courts
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: 7927305404

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: 0

Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 389
Status Contractual Search Date: 2020-02-24

Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 229.17

Green Information
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 Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

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

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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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Longboat Key, FL • 34228

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Estimated sale price

$493,000 – $597,000

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Home values near 537 Forest Way

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
502 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$518,465
511 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$628,327
529 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$488,966
535 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$594,833
530 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$528,724
531 Forest Way Apt 531, Longboat Key, FL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$487,157
539 Forest Way Apt 23, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$635,459

Address	Redfin Estimate
508 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	—
513 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$564,170
533 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$542,240
541 Forest Way Apt 24, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$566,218
532 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$509,747
508 Forest Way Apt 508, Longboat Key, FL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$509,214
530 Forest Way Apt 530, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$565,160

Address	Redfin Estimate
509 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$573,603
527 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1548 Sq. Ft.	$539,213
531 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$536,543
539 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$554,691
526 Forest Way, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$582,827
533 Forest Way Apt 533, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$562,234
502 Forest Way Apt 502, Longboat Key, FL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$517,050

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