PRICE IMPROVEMENT OF $100,000 – NOW $1,285,000 Welcome to 541 Edlee Lane, a private Key West-inspired retreat tucked away on a quiet and secluded street in the heart of Longboat Key. Just a 6-minute walk to the pristine beaches and steps from your deeded boat launch into Sarasota Bay, this home offers an unparalleled blend of privacy, charm, and coastal convenience. Surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home seamlessly combines timeless architectural details with thoughtful, modern updates throughout. Inside, the home is light, bright, and airy, featuring engineered wood flooring, recessed lighting, and a beautifully remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, high-end appliances, and a touch-free faucet—perfect for cooking and entertaining. Each of the three bathrooms has been completely redesigned with spa-like finishes, creating the ultimate space to relax and unwind. The first floor is built entirely with cement board, providing durability and peace of mind. The outdoor living spaces are just as inviting, featuring a resort-style pool with a new pump, heater, and salt cell system, all surrounded by lush tropical landscaping that enhances the home’s private and tranquil setting. Whether you’re enjoying the beach, launching your boat into the bay, or relaxing by the pool, this home offers the best of coastal Florida living. This property is move-in ready, making it ideal for a full-time residence or exceptional rental investment. Additionally, no sheetrock needed to be removed following Hurricane Helene, ensuring a solid and worry-free investment. For those looking to expand, the opportunity exists to * * purchase the adjacent lot MLS #A4637426, creating an estate of just over half an acre—perfect for enhancing the existing home, adding outdoor living spaces, or designing a custom coastal retreat. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Longboat Key paradise at an incredible value!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$586Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lisa Garcia• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Contact: 941-366-8070
Bought with James Toth• PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
JUST REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE AND CLOSING! This could be your perfect island getaway, full-time residence, rental property, or a great fix and flip amidst many multi-million dollar homes! Charming Key West style home located on a very private 5 home street, only a short walk from the beach with private boat launch access into Millar Bay. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath island home has tremendous investment potential with lots of character inside and out. The first floor features an open plan perfect for entertaining with terracotta tile floors, a wet bar, full bath and laundry room. A spiral staircase leads to the second floor, where the kitchen/dining, main living areas, sunroom and bedrooms are located. Views of the bay can be seen from the sunroom and front balcony. Saltwater pool has new pump and filter installed in 2018. Located on a large lot with no deed restrictions, plenty of room for a boat or RV storage. New roof in 2018, AC in 2018, pool filter and pump, as well as replumbing . This home has a GREAT VALUE & purchase for Longboat Key! Bring your imagination & design skills, share a little loving attention, and you will have a home similar to others in here valued well into the millions! With reduction in price this home is priced to sell quickly. Please check out the video tour for aerial footage of this fantastic property!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3980110
Sep 3, 2013
Sold
$302,000
$113/sq ft
Jun 20, 2013
Listed
$349,000
$131/sq ft
PRICE REDUCED!! EXCITING AND AFFORDABLE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN YOUR OWN BEACH HOUSE ON LONGBOAT KEY. THIS ADORABLE COTTAGE IS NEAR PUBLIC BEACH ACCESSES AND HAS WATER ACCESS AT END OF ROAD PER TOWN OF LBK AND ATTACHED PLAT MAP. PEEK-A-BOO BAY VIEWS FROM THEUPSTAIRS LIVING AREAS. THE EXISTING HOME ALREADY HAS UNIQUE DETAILS IN PLACE: ARTSY LIGHT FIXTURES, LOVELY MEXICAN TILE WITH DECORATIVE INLAYS, BRICK SURROUND WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, EASILY NAVIGABLE SPIRAL STAIRCASE WITH BRASS RAILS, PICTURE WINDOWS ANDMORE. ADD YOUR OWN TOUCH TO THE EXISTING CHARACTER AND MAKE THIS THE PERFECT GETAWAY. INGROUND POOL, OPEN PLAN, LARGE LOT WITH NO DEED RESTRICTIONS(STORE YOUR BOAT HERE), QUAINT STREET. THIS REALLY CAN BE A FUN AND REWARDING PROJECT!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #M5830303
Oct 22, 2012
Sold
$270,000
$101/sq ft
Jul 5, 2012
Listed
$299,000
$112/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5051854
Jun 11, 2012
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #M502662
Aug 20, 2005
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 26, 2004
Sold
$355,000
$133/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1984
Sold
$100,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,354 (+2.4%)
2024
$11,093 (+0.7%)
2023
$11,012 (+1.9%)
2022
$10,804 (+41.0%)
$219,600 + $480,504
$700,104
2021
$7,660 (−3.5%)
2020
$7,935 (+1.7%)
2019
$7,800 (+0.7%)
2018
$7,747 (+12.8%)
2017
$6,866 (−5.5%)
$183,000 + $276,887
$459,887
2016
$7,264 (+7.1%)
$183,000 + $276,887
$459,887
2015
$6,782 (+14.7%)
$201,250 + $233,971
$435,221
2014
$5,914 (−8.3%)
2013
$6,451 (+18.9%)
2012
$5,427
Tax history for 541 Edlee Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,354 (+2.4%)
2024
$11,093 (+0.7%)
2023
$11,012 (+1.9%)
2022
$10,804 (+41.0%)
$219,600 + $480,504
$700,104
2021
$7,660 (−3.5%)
2020
$7,935 (+1.7%)
2019
$7,800 (+0.7%)
2018
$7,747 (+12.8%)
2017
$6,866 (−5.5%)
$183,000 + $276,887
$459,887
2016
$7,264 (+7.1%)
$183,000 + $276,887
$459,887
2015
$6,782 (+14.7%)
$201,250 + $233,971
$435,221
2014
$5,914 (−8.3%)
2013
$6,451 (+18.9%)
2012
$5,427
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
123 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,664
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
7838900004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
R-3SF
Single-Family Low-Medium-Density Residential District
The purpose of this district is to delineate those areas suitable for residential development of a low-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
Feb 10, 2026 • Final
Residential swimming pool spa
Demolish an existing fiberglass pool and construct a new concrete pool within the same footprint.
Demolition
Pool and hot tub
Jul 3, 2025 • Final
Residential roof
Remove existing asphalt shingles and install new metal roofing.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 10
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Side Porch
Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Mailbox
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Auto Cleaner, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Pool Sweep
Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12081-N-7838900004-R-N
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 1
Water Access Description: Bay/Harbor,Intracoastal Waterway
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Boat Ramp - Private
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R3SF
Land Information
Vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, FloodZone, Landscaped, Private
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Martha B. King Middle
High School: Bayshore High
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Sarasota, take the John Ringling Causeway west toward St. Armands Circle. Continue straight onto North Boulevard of the Presidents, crossing over the bridge to Longboat Key. Once on Longboat Key, turn right onto Gulf of Mexico Drive (SR 789) and follow it north for approximately 9 miles. As you approach Edlee Lane, you’ll notice a 45 mph speed limit sign shortly before the turn. Turn right onto Edlee Lane; 541 Edlee Lane will be on your left.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Max Pet Weight: 999
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,664
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Manatee County
APN: 7838900004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-366-8070
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 52
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-04-15
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 482.36
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 2664
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 247.49
Building Area Total: 3264
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Block
Levels: Two
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Anna Maria Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
10/10
Bayshore High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 6.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.48M – $1.80M
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