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 ...
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Listing Courtesy of: PREFERRED SHORE LLC
941-999-1179
| Listing Id: | A4701851 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $695,000 |
| Property Type: | Land |
| Property Sub Type: | Residential |
| Status: | Active |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $5,688 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 9,990 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.23 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Longboat Key |
| County Or Parish: | Manatee |
| Subdivision Name: | Bailey-Dobson |
| Postal Code: | 34228 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Current Use: | Residential |
| Direction Faces: | South |
| Directions: | From South Longboat, head north on Gulf of Mexico Drive and take a right on Gulf Bay Road. Property will be on the Left. |
| Elementary School: | Anna Maria Elementary |
| Community Features: | Beach Area, Park |
| High School: | Bayshore High |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Features: | Street Dead-End, Paved |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.23 |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 90 x 111 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 1803 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Martha B. King Middle |
| MLS Area Major: | 34228 - Longboat Key |
| MLS Area Major: | 34228 - Longboat Key |
| Original List Price: | $695,000 |
| Parcel Number: | 7986500051 |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Township: | 35 |
| Road Frontage Type: | City Street |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Utilities: | BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Available, Water Available |
| View: | Park/Greenbelt |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Public Survey Range: | 16 |
| Public Survey Section: | 25 |
| Zoning: | RM4SF |
| Vegetation: | Wooded |
| Additional Water Information: | Deeded Beach and Bay Access |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 7986500051 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 69.57 |
| Current Adjacent Use: | Park, Residential |
| Flood Zone Code: | AE |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2021-08-10 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12081C0291F |
| For Lease Yn: | No |
| Front Footage: | 111 |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 928 |
| Price Per Acre: | 3021739 |
| Realtor Info: | As-Is |
| Road Frontage Ft: | 111 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Bailey-Dobson |
| Total Acreage: | 0 to less than 1/4 |
| Water Access: | Bay/Harbor, Beach - Access Deeded |
| Water Access Yn: | Yes |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Water View: | No |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-999-1179 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Designated Builder Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-08-04 |
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