SPECTACULAR LONGBOAT KEY BEACH COMPOUND WITH DEEDED ACCESS TO THE GULF OF MEXICO! This FULLY ELEVATED beach home has been meticulously maintained, offers top of the line finishes, and is located just a short 4 minute walk with PRIVATE DEEDED BEACH ACCESS to the sparkling waters of the Gulf on LONGBOAT KEY! Surrounded by Joan Durante Park, this property offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion. With a spacious 1880 conditioned square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms plus a pool bath, this unique property is sprawled across TWO FULL LOTS, and offers a private resort like heated inground pool, fabulous TIKI BAR, multiple outdoor decks, and TONS of room for outdoor activities. Top of the line Verona commercial kitchen appliances, huge island, and a generous use of marble and quartz counters throughout. Gorgeous White Oak distressed hardwood floors and many unique architectural features including a two story cupola / crow's nest. Professionally landscaped with full outdoor lighting package which sets an enchanting evening mood across the entire property. Huge garage space downstairs has been fully lined with indoor/outdoor carpret and makes for a great recreational area. In addition, this stunning property is being offered fully furnished with a unique collection of carefully curated art and furniture pieces. No expense was spared to create this amazing island masterpiece--offering every amenity, this home offers absolute comfort and luxury!
Beautiful Key West style home on quiet street dead ending at bay. Lovely resort-like pool with tiki-bar. Newer roof 11/2017 and Air conditioning 1/2015! Property backs to 32 acre Durante Park w/ kayak launch, walking trails, bird sanctuary, playground, etc . All of this and Private, Deeded Beach Access!!!!!!! House is used as an income investment property, with rentals for most of the year for 2021 already in place. They can transfer with the sale or not as this is also a beautiful place to call home. As an added bonus the house comes fully furnished.
Public Records
Aug 20, 1999
Sold
$210,000
$112/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1995
Sold
$182,500
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,470 (−8.3%)
$331,500 + $861,288
$1,192,788
2024
$20,134 (+4.9%)
$331,500 + $861,288
$1,192,788
2023
$19,194 (+54.3%)
$318,750 + $887,749
$1,206,499
2022
$12,440 (+38.5%)
$180,000 + $575,770
$755,770
2021
$8,980 (+5.0%)
2020
$8,556 (+1.3%)
2019
$8,448 (+9.1%)
$150,000 + $327,977
$477,977
2018
$7,744 (+20.5%)
2017
$6,428 (+10.4%)
$150,000 + $258,428
$408,428
2016
$5,821 (+3.1%)
$150,000 + $258,428
$408,428
2015
$5,646 (+3.0%)
$147,500 + $192,532
$340,032
2014
$5,481 (+3.6%)
2013
$5,291 (+11.0%)
2012
$4,768
Tax history for 540 Gulf Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,470 (−8.3%)
$331,500 + $861,288
$1,192,788
2024
$20,134 (+4.9%)
$331,500 + $861,288
$1,192,788
2023
$19,194 (+54.3%)
$318,750 + $887,749
$1,206,499
2022
$12,440 (+38.5%)
$180,000 + $575,770
$755,770
2021
$8,980 (+5.0%)
2020
$8,556 (+1.3%)
2019
$8,448 (+9.1%)
$150,000 + $327,977
$477,977
2018
$7,744 (+20.5%)
2017
$6,428 (+10.4%)
$150,000 + $258,428
$408,428
2016
$5,821 (+3.1%)
$150,000 + $258,428
$408,428
2015
$5,646 (+3.0%)
$147,500 + $192,532
$340,032
2014
$5,481 (+3.6%)
2013
$5,291 (+11.0%)
2012
$4,768
*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
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
90 ft.
Lot size
8,999 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
1,880
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
7988200007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-4SF
Single-Family Medium-Density Residential District
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 4
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access
Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12081-N-7988200007-R-N
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Gulf/Ocean,Intracoastal Waterway
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen, Storage
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning: R4SF
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Number Of Lots: 2
Lot Features: Conservation Area, Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Lot Size Dimensions: 100x90
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Lot Size Square Meters: 1254
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 349.32
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $22,304
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: See Remarks
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Negotiable
HOA Information
Association Name: NA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Location Information
Directions: South on Gulf of Mexico Dr from Anna Maria Island for approximately 3 miles. Turn left on Gulf Bay Road. Subject property on right hand side at 540 Gulf Bay Road.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,880
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,999 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Manatee County
APN: 7988200007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 813-225-1890
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 124
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-10-03
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 1037.23
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North
Home Information
Living Area: 1880
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 174.66
Building Area Total: 3760
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Stilt/On Piling
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Anna Maria Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.0mi
9/10
Bayshore High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
2/10
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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, 27 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
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Estimated sale price
$1.95M – $2.36M
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