3481 BAYOU SOUND
Longboat Key, FL 34228
$1,790,000
60% OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE - Step into a private coastal sanctuary at 3481 Bayou Sound, located within one of Longboat Key’s most exclusive gated communities. Accessed through two secured gates and a guarded entrance, this residence offers a level of privacy and security rarely found.
Ideally situated just moments from Publix, and within walking distance to the marina, golf course, and premier waterfront dining, the home delivers both convenience and an elevated island lifestyle.
Ownership includes access to the Bay Isles Beach Club, offering private beach access on the Gulf of America, along with barbecue areas, tables, and shaded spaces, perfect for effortless, all-day beach enjoyment.
Inside, soaring cathedral ceilings create a dramatic, light-filled living space. The home has been thoughtfully upgraded with new flooring throughout, a fully renovated kitchen, and new hurricane impact windows and doors. The remaining front entry and garage doors will be replaced prior to closing, completing a full storm-ready envelope.
Outdoors, enjoy true waterfront living with a brand new dock and lift, providing direct access to boating right from your backyard.
A rare offering combining privacy, security, and effortless luxury in the heart of Longboat Key.
Listing Courtesy of: LUXIO REAL ESTATE LLC
941-266-0300
Buyer Represented by: ROOST REALTY INC.
| Listing Id: | A4687106 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,950,000 |
| Close Price: | $1,790,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-15 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 5 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 3,391 |
| Condo Fees: | 3,206.53 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $21,359 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 10,230 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.23 |
| Waterfront?: | Yes |
| City: | Longboat Key |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | Bay Isles |
| Postal Code: | 34228 |
| Year Built: | 1986 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Annually |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 6758 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Direction Faces: | East |
| Foundation Details: | Stem Wall |
| Construction Materials: | Block, Stucco, Frame |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Fireplace Features: | Family Room |
| Directions: | From Gulf of Mexico Drive, turn east into the Bay Isles / Bayou community entrance. Proceed through the guard gate, make a left, then continue to the second gated entry. Past the second gate, make a left and follow Bayou Sound to 3481 Bayou Sound on your left. |
| Exterior Features: | Balcony, Sidewalk |
| Flooring: | Luxury Vinyl |
| Furnished: | Negotiable |
| Garage Spaces: | 2 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Heating: | Electric |
| Interior Features: | Elevator, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments |
| Laundry Features: | Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside |
| Levels: | Three Or More |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-09-07 |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.23 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 3011 |
| MLS Area Major: | 34228 - Longboat Key |
| MLS Area Major: | 34228 - Longboat Key |
| Original List Price: | $2,450,000 |
| Other Equipment: | Irrigation Equipment |
| Parcel Number: | 0003090009 |
| Parking Features: | Driveway |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Pool Features: | Child Safety Fence, In Ground |
| Township: | 36 |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Roof: | Tile |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, Lease Purchase, Owner Financing |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Security Features: | Gated Community, Security Gate |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Utilities: | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected |
| Lease Amount Frequency: | Annually |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Public Survey Range: | 17 |
| Public Survey Section: | 06 |
| Zoning: | PD |
| Waterfront Features: | Canal - Saltwater |
| Window Features: | Blinds, Storm Window(s) |
| Additional Lease Restrictions: | Please see HOA Docs for any restrictions. |
| Additional Rooms: | Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Media Room |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 0003090009 |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | No |
| Association Fee Requirement: | Required |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Backups Requested Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 627.84 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 575.05 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4687106?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4687106?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | No |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | AE |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2024-03-27 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12115C0019G |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | No |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | Yes |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 315.03 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 950 |
| Minimum Lease: | 4 Months |
| Monthly Hoa Amount: | $104 |
| Num Times per Year: | 2 |
| Realtor Info: | List Agent is Related to Owner |
| Room Count: | 9 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Bay Isles |
| Total Acreage: | 0 to less than 1/4 |
| Total Annual Fees: | $4,457 |
| Total Monthly Fees: | $371 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access: | Canal - Saltwater |
| Water Access Yn: | Yes |
| Water Extras: | Bridges - No Fixed Bridges, Lift, Riprap |
| Water Extras Yn: | Yes |
| Water Frontage Feet Canal Salt: | 81 |
| Waterfront Feet Total: | 81 |
| Water View: | Yes |
| Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re: | 0 |
| Association Name: | Bayou Association |
| Association Name 2: | Bay Isles Association, Inc |
| Association 2 Yn: | 1 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-266-0300 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Association Fee2: | $3,207 |
| Association Fee: | $1,250 |
| Dock Description: | Dock - Composite |
| Dock Dimensions: | 10x25 |
| Dock Lift Capacity: | 10000 |
| Dock Yn: | Yes |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-03-22 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
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