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$470,000

3155 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE 257
LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228

Condominium|Sold 01/16/2026
1
Bed
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
416
SqFt
$1,130
/SqFt
1960
Built
Subdivision:
THE DIPLOMAT
County:
Sarasota
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Discover the perfect blend of beachside escape and investment opportunity at this second-floor studio with direct Gulf views. Wake up to the sound of the waves and end each day with shimmering sunsets—this light-filled retreat places you just steps from the shoreline on beautiful Longboat Key. Inside, the open layout offers flexible living with an updated bath and a comfortable space ready to enjoy now, while leaving room for future updates to elevate value and style. With an on-site rental office and the rare ability to do short-term rentals, this condo is ideal for personal getaways, a consistent income stream, or both. Take advantage of the community pool, stroll the beach, or explore the island’s dining and boutique shops just moments away. Whether you’re seeking a turnkey coastal hideaway or an income-producing asset, this Gulf-front studio delivers endless potential in one of Longboat Key’s most desirable, easy-to-rent locations.

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Listing Snapshot
Bedrooms 
1
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Inside Area (SqFt) 
416 sqft
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1960
MLS® Number 
A4672986
Status 
Sold
Property Tax 
$4,522
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$3,987
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 months agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Direction Faces 
Northeast
Foundation 
Slab
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
2
Pets 
No
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Probate Listing
SqFt Total 
416
Style 
Florida
Utilities 
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R4MX
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeRange HoodRefrigerator
Flooring 
Ceramic TileTerrazzo
Furnished 
Furnished
Heating 
CentralElectric
Laundry Features 
Common Area
Kitchen 
Level - First
Living Room 
Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x25Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Block
Lot Features 
Waterfront
Patio And Porch 
CoveredPorch
Roof 
Shingle
View 
Water
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Ocean Front
Waterview 
Water
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Cable TVLaundryMaintenancePool
Community Features 
Pool
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
34228 - Longboat Key
Roads 
Asphalt
Township 
36
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY (941) 809-6913



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Last checked: 2026-03-10 06:19 AM EDT

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