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Property Description
Investor's Dream in Prime Sarasota Location - Just One Block from the Bay. Opportunity awaits just steps from Sarasota Bay in the highly sought-after Ringling Museum district. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3 full bath, 2 half bath home with a private in-law suite is situated on a rare corner double lot, offering tremendous upside potential for investors, developers, or end users. The property already features key upgrades including newly renovated bathrooms on the main level, a hurricane-rated roof and windows, three AC units installed in 2016, a detached air-conditioned workshop, and a private entrance to the in-law suite. Inside, the home showcases timeless architectural elements, including handmade Mexican Saltillo tile, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, and an open-concept kitchen outfitted with high-end stainless steel appliances. A large enclosed lanai with a wood-burning fireplace opens to a screened-in pool area with a custom rock waterfall, offering the perfect layout for indoor-outdoor living. Located on a quiet dead-end street and surrounded by lush landscaping, this home is just minutes from downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, shopping, dining, the arts, and IMG Sports Academy. With solid structure, a prime location, and extensive updates already completed, this is a rare opportunity to transform a home with great bones into something truly exceptional. Room sizes are approximate and should be verified by the buyer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8255 Longbay Blvd
General
- Sold For: $661,000
- Taxes: $11,205 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4652736
- Added to Site: 293 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Heated, Lighting, Screen Enclosure, Solar Heat
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dog Run, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway
Location
- Area: 34243 - Sarasota
- County: Manatee
- Development Name: 34243 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: ACREAGE
- Driving Directions: US 41 to Braden Ave. Go west to Longbay Blvd. Turn left and home is at the end.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Florine J. Abel Elementary
- Middle School: Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
- High School: Bayshore High
Community
- Community Name: 34243 - Sarasota
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block, Cement Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 2,724
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Living Area: 2,724 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1976
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden, Pool
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.58
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 25,352
- Lot Size: 25352
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 169
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $11,205.92
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: BEG AT THE NE COR OF GOV LOT 2, SEC 35 THENCE S 30 FT & W 41.37 FT TO INTERSEC OF THE S LN OF BRADEN AVE & W LN OF U S H/W 41 (TAMIAMI TRAIL). THENCE S 89 DEG 52 MIN W ALG S LN OF BRADEN AVE A DIST OF 1363.08 FT TO A PT ON THE ELY SIDE OF A 60 FT RD; THENCE S 17 DEG 10 MIN E ALG SD RD 989.45 FT TO A POB; THENCE CONT S 17 DEG 10 MIN E 169.15 FT; THENCE N 89 DEG 56
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 6816500000
- Property ID: 6816500000
Listed by Compass Florida Llc
Sold by Premier Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 8255 Longbay Blvd
School District:Manatee County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Florine J Abel Elementary School 7100 Madonna Place, Sarasota, FL 34243 | PK-5 | 1.7 mi |
Electa Lee Magnet Middle School 4000 53rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34210 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Bayshore High School 5401 34th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210 | 9-12 | 3.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8255 Longbay Blvd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/27/2026
Sold
$661,000
-5.44%
MLS
10/14/2025
Price Reduced
$699,000
-1.41%
MLS
6/20/2025
Price Reduced
$709,000
-4.06%
MLS
6/09/2025
Price Reduced
$739,000
-1.34%
MLS
5/16/2025
Listed
$749,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8255 Longbay Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34243 (MLS# A4652736) is a Single Family property that was sold at $661,000 on February 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 8255 Longbay Boulevard? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

