2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active22 days on marketListed Aug 31, 2026MLS #A4704492
About this home
2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2
Enjoy the best of the Longboat Key lifestyle from this charming fully furnished, turnkey 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo. Ideally located along Gulf of Mexico Drive with beach access directly across the street within walking distance! It offers a warm, inviting space with everything you need for a relaxing extended stay. The open living and dining area features comfortable seating, a dining table, plenty of natural light, and sliding glass doors leading to a private screened in lanai overlooking lush Florida greenery. The living room is adorned with a sofa, lounge chair, TV, and tasteful coastal-inspired decor. The fully equipped kitchen has a unique set up and offers stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, range, microwave, refrigerator and a selection of dishes and cookware-- making it easy to settle right in! The spacious master bedroom is comfortably furnished and features a king size bed, large built-in cabinetry with an additional TV, ample storage and plantation style shutters for privacy and natural light control. The bathroom features a beautiful floor-to-ceiling mosaic tile design, vanity, and a safety railing in the shower. This condo puts you in the heart of the Longboat Key experience with beautiful beaches, boating, waterfront dining, shopping, golf, and the laid back island lifestyle that makes Longboat Key such a sought after destination!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
695
Sqft
0.55 ac
Lot size
1967
Year built
One
Levels
$4
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$180 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$180/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs Longboat Key actives
$4 vs $674
Days on market
22 vs 93 typical
Where $4/sqft sits among the 220 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)
94 of 220
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 100% below the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median. See the full Longboat Key market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$549,000
2045 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT M1-410
2 bd · 2 ba · 928 sqft · $592/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · May ’26$422,500
2045 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT M1-502
2 bd · 1 ba · 928 sqft · $455/sqft · 128 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$485,000
2045 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT M1-302
2 bd · 2 ba · 928 sqft · $523/sqft · 111 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
Shawn Lewis
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2 — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $180/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2?+
The listing reports pets: Dogs OK, Yes. 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 $2,700, this home is listed about 100% below the Longboat Key median of $950,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2850 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 2?+
Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle), Southside Elementary School (elementary) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of ROSSI & COMPANY INC · Deserea Hardy. MLS #A4704492.
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