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$695,000
Monthly Est:$3,459
-- Bed
- -- Bath
9,990sqft lot
561 Gulf Bay Rd, Longboat Key, FL 34228
$695,000
$3,459/moEst:
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Land
Built in -
$-- HOA
9,990 sqft lot
$70/sq.ft
Description
Create your custom coastal retreat or bring the seller’s thoughtfully prepared plans to life at 561 Gulf Bay Road. This rare 9,990-square-foot vacant homesite is ideally located in the heart of Longboat Key, between the charm of Anna Maria Island and the sophistication of St. Armands Circle. Bordering the 32-acre Joan M. Durante Community Park, the property offers exceptional privacy, peaceful natural surroundings, and convenient access to scenic walking trails, a picnic pavilion, and picturesque views of Sarasota Bay and the Sarasota skyline. Imagine watching eagles, ospreys, and other native wildlife from your future home or backyard. With no HOA or deed restrictions, you have the flexibility to personalize the available plans or design a custom residence that reflects your vision and lifestyle. The property also includes deeded beach access to a quiet stretch of white sand along the Gulf of Mexico, allowing you to enjoy the best of both Gulf and bay living. Nearby destinations include Euphemia Haye, Harry’s Continental Kitchens, boutique shopping, and a neighborhood deli, with additional dining, recreation, shopping, and entertainment available throughout Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island, and Sarasota. Underground utility improvements throughout the area are complete. Previously prepared plans for a custom single-family residence and an elevation study are available upon request, providing an excellent starting point for your future island home. Buyers should independently verify current building requirements and property suitability. This is a special opportunity to build in one of Longboat Key’s most naturally beautiful and desirable locations. Schedule your private showing and begin planning your Florida coastal lifestyle. Representative Photos Added to listing showcase preliminary renderings showcasing Conditioned Square Footage of 4,936 and Unconditioned Square Footage of 4,053.
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: August 4, 2026 at 11:37 pm
- Listing Provided by: Gregory Claxton, LLC (941) 500-9149 | PREFERRED SHORE LLC (941) 999-1179
- Source: Stellar MLS-FL | MLS#: A4701851

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Land
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
-
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
- sqft
Lot Size
9,990 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Stellar MLS
MLS Number
A4701851
MLS Status
Active
Days on Market
70

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedroom: --
Bathroom: --
Interior
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities & Energy
Utilities
Bb/hs Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source
Public
Other Features
Vegetation
Wooded
Subdivision Name
Bailey Dobson
Community Features
Beach Area, Park
Lot Features
Street Dead End, Paved
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
08/04/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $695,000 -4.14% $0/sqft |
03/12/2025 Source: | Sold | $725,000 -8.81% $0/sqft |
03/12/2025 Source: | Price Decreased | $795,000 -19.29% $0/sqft |
08/08/2024 Source: | Price Increased | $985,000 +75.89% $0/sqft |
12/01/2022 Source: | Listing Removed | $560,000 +223.70% $0/sqft |
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