738 El Centro

$329,000
Price
2
Beds
1,299 Sq. Ft.
$253 / Sq. Ft.
1,299
Sq. Ft.
$253
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Calling all boaters, investors, paradise seekers and people who are looking for incredible value. Welcome to this newly rebuilt home with soft neutral colors and tastefully selected appointments. There is great use of space with an open floor plan, office nook, den/flex room and two spacious bedrooms. This waterfront boating community with deeded beach access, and a lovely community pool overlooking a 40-slip deepwater marina, makes every day feel like a vacation. Explore the endless waterways surrounding...Calling all boaters, investors, paradise seekers and people who are looking for incredible value. Welcome to this newly rebuilt home with soft neutral colors and tastefully selected appointments. There is great use of space with an open floor plan, office nook, den/flex room and two spacious bedrooms. This waterfront boating community with deeded beach access, and a lovely community pool overlooking a 40-slip deepwater marina, makes every day feel like a vacation. Explore the endless waterways surrounding Longboat Key, Sarasota Bay and beautiful Gulf waters, as you launch your vessel from your own boat slip, at extremely reasonable rentals fees of $200, $250 or $300 per year. There is a one-time $750 non-refundable fee and slips are available. There is instant access to the Intracoastal Waterway and just minutes to the Gulf waters not only for boating, kayaking, fishing, anchoring and swimming at gorgeous sandbars, but exploring many seaside restaurants and only 30 minutes to downtown Sarasota for additional water excitement and entertainment. Or just experience the soft sandy beaches of Longboat as you access through the deeded beach access for magnificent sunsets, lounging and enjoying this soft, easy lifestyle. Pet-friendly, maintenance-free and an active 55-plus community are added benefits for your enjoyment. Only a short drive to the fantastic shops, restaurants and cultural events Sarasota and St. Armands Circle have to offer. This community is in the build-back stage due to damage from the hurricane in 2024. All 212 units in Spanish Main Yacht Club are under FEMA regulations, guidelines and stringent adherence to rebuild specifications. This unit will be finished end of November with all new kitchen, baths, appliances, interior/exterior doors plus more. New owners will receive any balance of insurance funds that are allotted to this villa. Call for details. Photos reflect the build-back stage after hurricane damage. All FEMA regulations completed including inspections. Ready to enjoy your piece of paradise.
  1. Listed by Kimberly Freiwald • Brokerage DRE #2034955 • PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
    P: (941)-256-6775 C: (941)-256-6775 kimfreiwald@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Sherrall Van Leeuwen • Brokerage DRE #2034955 • PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
    P: (757)-620-3102 C: (757)-620-3102 sherrallfonner@gmail.com

Property Details for 738 El Centro

Architectural Style
Florida
Subdivision Name
SPANISH MAIN YACHT CLUB CONDO
Township
35
Carport Spaces
1
View
Garden
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 12/02/2025 02:40 PM

Property Details for 738 El Centro

StatusActive
MLS #A4666864
Days on Market23
Taxes$4,465 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees$1,340 / month
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Villa
Year Built1968
Lot Size-
CountyManatee County

Location

Listing Courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Kimberly Freiwald; PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Sherrall Van Leeuwen
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Building Information for 738 El Centro

Stories-Year Built1968Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$3,338 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,626

Property Taxes

$372

HOA Dues

$1,340

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Property Information for 738 El Centro

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1575.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Canal Front, Dock, Intracoastal Waterway, Lake, Water Access, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From south Longboat Key, go north on Gulf Of Mexico Dr. to the 5700 Block. Turn east into Spanish Main Yacht Club. Make immediate left or right to Spanish Way Dr. Turn onto Spanish Way then east onto El Centro.
  • Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: W.D. Sugg Middle
  • High School: Manatee High
  • Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved, Private Road
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Spanish Main Yacht Club
  • Unit Number: Yes
  • Street Number: 738
  • Street Name: EL CENTRO
  • State: FL
  • City: LONGBOAT KEY
Parking
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Pool Maintenance, Sewer, Trash
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Condo Land Included: No
  • Management: On Site Property Manager
  • Montly Maint Amt Addition To HOA: $0
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • Pet Restrictions: See Condo Docs
  • Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.)
  • Tax Book Number: 285-165
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 196 SPANISH MAIN YACHT CLUB CONDOMINIUM ALSO IN SEC 24 35 16 PI#79236.0000/6
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, City Lot
  • Parcel Number: 7923600006
  • Total Acreage: Non-Applicable
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: Boat Ramp - Private, No Wake Zone, Seawall - Concrete
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Boat Ramp - Private, No Wake Zone, Seawall - Concrete
  • Zoning: R3MX
  • Living Area: 1299
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1968
  • Association Amenities: Pool, Shuffleboard Court
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Flood Zone Date: 08-10-2021
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0291F
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 16
  • Public Survey Section: 25
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Membrane, Slate
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
  • Waterfront Features: Canal Front, Lake
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 5.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Max Pet Weight: 25

Property History for 738 El Centro

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4666864

$329,000—
Dec 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4666864

$299,000—
Jul 24, 2019

Sold

MFRMLS #A4411381

$275,000—
Jul 22, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649259421

$275,000

+2.3% / yr

Jul 7, 2019

Pending

MFRMLS #A4411381

—
Aug 20, 2018

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4411381

$300,000—
Jun 10, 2015

Sold

MFRMLS #A4102576

$250,000—
Apr 15, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553065154

$250,000

-1.8% / yr

Mar 5, 2015

Pending

MFRMLS #A4102576

—
Aug 8, 2014

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4102576

$285,000—
Jan 22, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #282365897

$275,000

+4.3% / yr

Jan 22, 2010

Sold

MFRMLS #A3906183

$275,000—
Jan 8, 2010

Pending

MFRMLS #A3906183

—
Apr 10, 2009

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A3906183

$319,000—
Sep 15, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #143639799

$220,000—
Sep 1, 2004

Sold

MFRMLS #A253615

$220,000—
Aug 31, 2004

Pending

MFRMLS #A253615

—
Feb 25, 2004

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A253615

$239,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4666864

$329,000
12/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4666864

$299,000
07/24/2019

Sold

MFRMLS #A4411381

$275,000
07/22/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649259421

$275,000

+2.3% / yr

07/07/2019

Pending

MFRMLS #A4411381

—
08/20/2018

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4411381

$300,000
06/10/2015

Sold

MFRMLS #A4102576

$250,000
04/15/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #553065154

$250,000

-1.8% / yr

03/05/2015

Pending

MFRMLS #A4102576

—
08/08/2014

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4102576

$285,000
01/22/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #282365897

$275,000

+4.3% / yr

01/22/2010

Sold

MFRMLS #A3906183

$275,000
01/08/2010

Pending

MFRMLS #A3906183

—
04/10/2009

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A3906183

$319,000
09/15/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #143639799

$220,000
09/01/2004

Sold

MFRMLS #A253615

$220,000
08/31/2004

Pending

MFRMLS #A253615

—
02/25/2004

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A253615

$239,900

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

Public Records for 738 El Centro

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$144,942Total-
Tax Record2024$4,465 ($372 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,299 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,299 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1968ZoningLBK_R-3MXCountyMANATEEAPN79236.0000-6

Schools near 738 El Centro

This home is within Manatee.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Anna Maria Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Martha B. King Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bayshore High School
Public9 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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738 El Centro is a single family home for sale in Longboat Key, FL 34228. This property was listed for sale on December 1, 2025 by PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, it's currently listed at $329,000. It has been on the market for a total of 23 days and was last sold on July 24, 2019. This listing's school district is Manatee. Nearby schools include Anna Maria Elementary School, Martha B. King Middle School and Bayshore High School. 738 El Centro is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,299 sqft single family home built in 1968.

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Listing Courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Kimberly Freiwald; PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, Sherrall Van Leeuwen

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