Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,440 sqft
511 Forest Way, Unit 511, Longboat Key, FL 34228
CondoProperty Type
1990Year Built
$228/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$1,844 / quarterHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This charming retreat is the ideal getaway or rental property. Offering many updates and peaceful wooded views, this two-bedroom residence is just across the street from the beach access. The townhouse-style layout lives like a single-family home, with its own one-car garage, private foyer entry and two levels of living space. Stylishly furnished and completely ready to move right into! Recent updates include new windows, upgraded bathrooms and oversized ceramic tile flooring. The spacious living/dining...This charming retreat is the ideal getaway or rental property. Offering many updates and peaceful wooded views, this two-bedroom residence is just across the street from the beach access. The townhouse-style layout lives like a single-family home, with its own one-car garage, private foyer entry and two levels of living space. Stylishly furnished and completely ready to move right into! Recent updates include new windows, upgraded bathrooms and oversized ceramic tile flooring. The spacious living/dining room offers direct access to the protected terrace, which is a wonderful place to retreat and enjoy a calming end to your day. Equipped with recent upgrades including granite countertops, breakfast bar, newer cabinetry and appliances, the eat-in kitchen overlooks the great room for optimal entertaining. Two suites in a split-bedroom plan are located on the second level. The master suite offers walls of windows showcasing lush landscaping views and the guest suite is just down the hall. Cedars East is quaint community located on the north end of Longboat Key, within the Cedars Tennis Resort community. Residents enjoy a host of amenities including on-site management, heated junior Olympic swimming pool, fishing pier and lovely boardwalk trails. For an additional annual fee, resort members also enjoy access to 10 Har-Tru tennis courts, fitness center, Cedars Café and Tiki Bar, Pro Shop and bicycle availability. This residence includes a transferable membership through 9/30/2017.
Listing closed: 06/29/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4190553

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$337,500

Avg days on market

151

Sale-to-list ratio

83.0%

Longboat Key, FL

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Location

Sold By THE SARASOTA REAL ESTATE COMP., David Lehrman

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Property Information for 511 Forest Way, Unit 511

Property Details
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Taxes: $3,506 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Condominium
  • Subdivision Name: CEDARS EAST SEC TWO CONDOMI
  • Township: 35
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • View: Garden
  • Waterfront: No
  • Furnished: Furnished
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: 511 Forest Way
  • Stories: 2
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Yes
  • Year Built: 1990
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2268.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: CEDARS EAST
  • Community Features: Fishing, Water Access, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Waterfront Complex
  • Directions: Gulf of Mexico Dr; East turn onto Companion Way; First left onto Forest Way; 511 is on the left
  • Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: W.D. Sugg Middle
  • High School: Bayshore High
  • Millage Rate: 16.22%
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Cedars East
  • Street Number: 511
  • Street Name: FOREST
  • Street Suffix: WAY
  • Unit Number: 511
  • State: FL
  • City: LONGBOAT KEY
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Guest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: LIGHTHOUSE - (941)312-5287
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Condo Land Included: No
  • Montly Maint Amt Addition To HOA: $0
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • Pet Restrictions: 2 PETS. 30 LBS EACH MAX.
  • Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.)
  • Tax Book Number: 1279-1906
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 9, SECTION TWO CEDARS EAST CONDO PI#79273.0475/3
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Year: 2017
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: FloodZone, Zero Lot Line
  • Parcel Number: 7927304753
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: Beach, Beach - Access Deeded
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO
  • Water Extras: Fishing Pier
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Fishing Pier
  • Zoning: R3MX/PC
  • Living Area: 1440
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1990
  • Amenities Additional Fees: Access to Cedars East Tennis club, offering tennis and fitness amenities, is available with membership fee.
  • Association Amenities: Fitness Center, Optional Additional Fees, Tennis Court(s)
  • Building Elevator: No
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Flood Zone Date: 03-17-2014
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0291E
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 16
  • Public Survey Section: 26
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Street Lights, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Other, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Great Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 6.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 30

Property History for 511 Forest Way, Unit 511

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2018

Sold

MFRMLS #A4190553

$329,000
Apr 16, 2018

Pending

MFRMLS #A4190553

Jul 5, 2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4190553

$389,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2018

Sold

MFRMLS #A4190553

$329,000
04/16/2018

Pending

MFRMLS #A4190553

07/05/2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4190553

$389,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 511 Forest Way, Unit 511

This home is within Manatee.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Anna Maria Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Martha B. King Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bayshore High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 511 Forest Way, Unit 511, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$329,000
2
1,440
$639,184
2
1,440
$635,000
2
1,440
$645,000
2
1,440
$315,000
2
1,440
91,878
$164,500
2
2.5
1,440

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