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$599,900

521 FOREST WAY
LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228
Listed by Jesse Griffin · CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
1,440 sqft
Year built
1990

About this home

Discover your ultimate island escape in this beautifully updated, fully furnished, and pet-friendly 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome located within the desirable Cedars Tennis Resort & Club on Longboat Key. Set across a lush, village-like community enveloped by nature on the island's scenic north end, this property offers a rare combination of relaxed coastal living and an excellent short-term rental opportunity featuring a flexible two-week policy. Step inside to find a turnkey, coastal-chic interior highlighted by crisp shiplap accents, warm wood-style flooring, and elegant metallic hardware throughout. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, premium stone countertops, custom tile backsplash, and a breakfast bar with seating, all while offering a subtle peekaboo views of the glistening Gulf of Mexico. It flows seamlessly into a bright dining space framed by a shell-pendant chandelier and an inviting living room that opens through sliding glass doors to a private, screened lanai framed by tropical palms and water views. Upstairs, the layout is designed for comfort and convenience. The primary suite serves as a serene retreat with water views, large closet space, and barn-door entry into an upgraded bathroom featuring dual vanities, white shiplap walls, and a walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling marble tile and gold hardware accents. Just down the hall, the secondary bedroom, which also catches a peekaboo Gullf view, is accompanied by a second full bathroom and ther is also a dedicated upstairs laundry closet with front-loading washer and dryer units. Outside, the property enjoys tranquil views of lush tropical foliage and a quiet island setting, complete with recent structural and mechanical improvements like updated windows, a brand new roof, 2021 air conditioning units, and a private garage with recently install hurricane rated garage door. Cedars Tennis Club provides an unmatched resort-style atmosphere. Meander along lit boardwalks winding through mangroves to access an exceptional array of community amenities, including a heated Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, a vibrant tiki bar, nine Har-Tru tennis courts, three Har-Tru pickleball courts, a clubhouse with a pro shop, a 24-hour fitness center, an on-site Google 5-star restaurant Hugo's II, a fishing pier, and a kayak launch (please note that some amenities require an additional club membership). When you are ready to venture out, you are within easy walking distance of Longboat Key's world-renowned sugary white sand beaches, the tranquil trails of Joan Durante Park, and local culinary staples like Harry's Deli & Continental Kitchen, Lo-Key Bar and Grill and Euphemia Haye Restaurant & The Haye Loft. For broader entertainment, shopping, and cultural experiences, St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, the Ringling Museum complex, Mote Marine and Anna Maria Island are just a short drive away. Whether you are searching for the dream beach house, a lucrative investment property, or your own private full-time retreat complete with stunning evening sunsets, this Longboat Key gem delivers on every front.

Highlights

Waterfront

Property details

MLS #
MFRA4706685
Property type
Townhouse
Subdivision
CEDARS EAST SEC 2
Status
Active
Days on market
3
On market date
September 18, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
2.12 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
SEA BREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4.2 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
533
Student:teacher ratio
14.4:1
District
MANATEE
Middle
ELECTA LEE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL
4.28 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
780
Student:teacher ratio
16.6:1
District
MANATEE
High
BAYSHORE HIGH SCHOOL
4.61 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,385
Student:teacher ratio
19.2:1
District
MANATEE

Walkability

Blended score for LONGBOAT KEY's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

52
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
12.3 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Nearby-amenity density
38 / 100
Restaurants & cafes10
Grocery stores1
Parks1
Schools0
Transit stops1
Pharmacies0

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Est. monthly payment
$3,763/mo
$119,980 down
$479,920 loan
Principal & interest$3,113
Property tax (est.)$500
Home insurance (est.)$150

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