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Property for sale at 5581 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228

5581 Gulf Of Mexico DriveLongboat Key, FL, 34228

10beds
22baths
8,529sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
$14,000,000
Sold
Price per sqft
$1,641
Sold on
Apr 30, 2026
MLS #A4690802Updated Apr 30, 2026

About this property

Sought after slice of beachfront paradise on the exclusive island of Longboat Key. Rarely available 2 acre property with 200 feet of beach frontage on the Gulf of America. Currently it hosts a quaint inn featuring ten suites and one cottage, all had been renovated with timeless old Florida decor. The property is surrounded by tropical blooms , lush foliage, vine covered arbors, swaying palm trees, a private gazebo, and a heated swimming pool. Amazing opportunity for a new development, or alternatively a chance to easily bring the property back to its recent glory. The property has been approved to build two single family homes or a six unit luxury Condominium. This fantastic location is near the growing number of top restaurants and attractions . Walk to Harry's Euphemia Haye, Lazy Lobster, new local favorite Lo' Key or stroll over to the bay at Durante Park. All this is just a short drive to the renowned shopping, dining and cultural attractions of St Armands Circle, as wells Downtown Sarasota and Anna Maria Island. So many possibilities for this location, location , location !

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Property details

Property type
Single Family Residence
Street address
5581 Gulf Of Mexico Drive
City
Longboat Key
State
FL
ZIP code
34228
Year built
1952
New construction
No
Faces
West
Rooms
4
Building stories
1
Living area
8,529 sqft
Total building area
8,529 sqft
Levels
One

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Price & sale history

EventPrice
Listed for saleMLS #A4690802$15,000,000
SoldMLS #A4690802$14,000,000
SoldMLS #A296491$5,600,000
Listed for saleMLS #A296491$5,900,000
History may be incomplete.
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