1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active206 days on marketListed Jan 26, 2026MLS #A4679674
About this home
1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303
Coastal elegance meets effortless island living at The Player’s Club on Longboat Key. This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath Gulf-front residence located in building #1 offers direct Gulf views from the private balcony, where nightly sunsets paint the sky in unforgettable color, your front-row seat to paradise. Located in a guard-gated, low-density community with 560 feet of private beachfront, this property delivers rare privacy and an elevated coastal lifestyle. Beach chairs, tables, and umbrellas are provided, making it easy to step outside and enjoy the sand shoreline just moments from your door. The residence offers both elevator and stair access, one assigned covered parking space under the building and convenient guest parking. Owners enjoy resort-style amenities including in ground salt water pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts, a library and a clubhouse with indoor and outdoor kitchen spaces, perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a day on the water. Ideally positioned on coveted Gulf of Mexico Drive, this prime location places you steps from the St. Regis, minutes to Publix and the world-class dining and shopping of St. Armands Circle. Whether as a full-time residence, seasonal escape or investment opportunity, this condo offers the very best of Longboat Key living- private, serene, and undeniably beautiful. A rare opportunity to own a Gulf-front condo in one of Longboat Key’s most desirable beachfront communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,569
Sqft
2.74 ac
Lot size
1981
Year built
One
Levels
$889
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$9,200 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$9,200/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+151.9%
$/sqft vs Longboat Key actives
$889 vs $682
Days on market
206 vs 93 typical
Where $889/sqft sits among the 242 Longboat Key actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Longboat Key
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LONGBOAT KEY 34228 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
7,512
Median age
71.5
Median income
$143,365
Median home value
$959,200
Avg household
1.8
Households w/ children
51%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Longboat Key market
$820K → $1.4M
Longboat Key median sold, yr/yr
93.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
105 of 242
Longboat Key actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Longboat Key, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 124% above the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median. See the full Longboat Key market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$1,430,000
1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 110 · same community
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,971 sqft · $726/sqft · 76 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,525,000
601 LONGBOAT CLUB ROAD UNIT 504S
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,560 sqft · $978/sqft · 60 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$620,000
450 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT B207
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,474 sqft · $421/sqft · 290 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Kamilla Pagotto
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $9,200/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,880. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Longboat Key?+
At $1,395,000, this home is listed about 47% above the Longboat Key median of $950,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 303?+
Booker High School (high), Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,395,000 runs 124% above the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
206 days on market against a Longboat Key median of 93 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Booker High School, Southside Elementary School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Rinat Sikdar. MLS #A4679674.
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