Beautifully upgraded, well appointed & meticulously upkept Cedars Townhome!. This beautiful home is located in a prime position, in the Front section of Cedars East Tennis Resort, allowing easy access to Longboat Key's island Long bike path and the closest proximity to our pristine sugary white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. A very private location being at the end of Forest Way on a cul-de-sac, with no neighbors towering behind you allowing a very scenic natural wooded view off your covered and screened lanai. So many pristine upgrades & improvements added to this home. Beautiful newer luxury flooring flowing throughout, beautiful newer furnishings and the Upgraded Kitchen and Baths. The large open space and high ceiling is a major attraction for these townhomes. Plus easy access to the half bath right off the kitchen. The kitchen boasts new cabinet doors with hardware, Crisp quartz countertops, Stainless Steel appliances and truly well chosen marble tile backsplash. The kitchen opens right up to the dining & family room finally leading to the covered and screen lanai overlooking that natural Florida landscape. The upstairs master bedroom and bath is a beautiful oasis. Oversize bedroom with an upgraded and remodeled master bath including new open layout allowing a true dual vanity and jacuzzi tub and shower. THis rare layout gives you a true bath Room to enjoy. Beautiful tile floors and granite countertop vanities really top off this space. The guest bedroom is an excellent space with beautiful western exposure. In the hallway you will find a laundry closet close to both bedrooms & baths, with an upgraded washer and dryer. Across the hall from the laundry room you will find the guest bathroom completely redone with new tile, vanity and glass shower doors. The sellers have really out done themselves in upkeep & improvements to this property. Some of their improvements include- 2 New ACs (2016), New luxury vinyl flooring and carpeting (2016), Hardi Board concrete siding (2017), New appliances (2017), Epoxy Garage Flooring (2018) and new Garage door (2019), just to name a few. Cedars East is a 66 acre village-like townhome setting, surrounded by nature & short walk/bike ride to beach or bay. Pet friendly community w/ lit boardwalks leading through mangroves to amenities including heated Jr. Olympic Size Pool, Ten Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Club House w/ Pro-Shop & 24hr Fitness Center, Tiki bar, Fishing Pier & kayak launch. Close to area's main attractions and cultural events e. g. St. Armand’s Circle - famous for world class shopping and dining, Mote Aquarium with marine exhibits and marine/kayaking excursions, the Asolo Repertory Theatre, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Marie Selby Gardens, Ringling Museum Complex and numerous dining options on Longboat and in downtown Sarasota (15 minutes away). If you are golfer, there are a number of top-rated courses in nearby Bradenton and Sarasota. Spacious Condo Ownership property w/ Townhome Design. Some amenities require add'l membership to the club for use. Perfect for seasonal or year-round living. Convenient on-site rental mgmt company if desired. Sellers used property as part-time residence. When they were not occupying the home they rented the property themselves generating excellent tenants and income. Cedars is also a pet friendly community!! So, as you can see this one has it all. When you do visit, you will quickly agree & will want to call it yours!
Property Description: Elevated
CondoProperty Type
1990Year Built
$385Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jesse Griffin• CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES
Bought with Skipper Bond• SKIPPER & ASSOCIATES, INC
Cedars East offers world-class facilities, with its HarTru Tennis Courts, junior Olympic swimming pool, Fitness Center, Fishing Pier and Day Dock, newly renovated Clubhouse with restaurant, gorgeous landscaped grounds and beach pathways to the Gulf of Mexico. Closest to Beach side this tastefully furnished Tri-level Townhouse in Forest Way Section has 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths and garage. Open floor plan with porcelain tiled floors plus updated Kitchen (appliances 2013 & Silestone counters) and Bathrooms. Relax on the Glass & Screened Lanai overlooking the nature Florida wildlife which offers privacy and tranquility. Master bath has Jacuzzi Tub and Dual Sinks. Impact/Hurricane Windows throughout. Flexible pet policy (2 pets 30 lbs) and great rental history. Central location on Longboat Key this property makes for an ideal investment property or winter retreat.
Property Description
End Unit
Public Records
Dec 26, 2007
Sold
$340,000
$236/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 8, 1999
Sold
$175,000
$122/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 12, 1991
Sold
$233,000
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 1990
Sold
$1,190,000
$826/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,954 (−54.7%)
$238,119
2024
$8,733 (+6.2%)
$238,119
2023
$8,224 (+20.5%)
2022
$6,824 (+35.3%)
$414,750
2021
$5,042 (+6.5%)
2020
$4,736 (+4.1%)
2019
$4,548 (+11.8%)
$265,000
2018
$4,070 (+106.9%)
2017
$1,967 (−39.5%)
$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 539 Forest Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,954 (−54.7%)
$238,119
2024
$8,733 (+6.2%)
$238,119
2023
$8,224 (+20.5%)
2022
$6,824 (+35.3%)
$414,750
2021
$5,042 (+6.5%)
2020
$4,736 (+4.1%)
2019
$4,548 (+11.8%)
$265,000
2018
$4,070 (+106.9%)
2017
$1,967 (−39.5%)
$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
2.5
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
7927305453
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 12x28
Parking Features: Common, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Open, Oversized, Tandem
Garage Spaces: 1
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: Laundry Closet
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
# of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Window Treatments
Window Features: Blinds
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Building Elevator YN: 0
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Cement Siding, Wood Frame