1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active170 days on marketListed Feb 27, 2026MLS #A4684166
About this home
1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111
This unique plaza level Water Club residence offers you the convenience of stepping out to the exceptional Water Club amenities and lush grounds that lead to the sandy beach and azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico without the use of an elevator. This spacious 1 bedroom special residence features high 10 foot ceilings and the openness is enhanced by the floor to ceiling windows that captivate the tropical Florida landscaping. This home feels and lives like a beach house and sliding glass doors opening to the terrace complement this feeling by extending the living space to the outdoors and the serene setting. The indoor space is open and flows seamlessly from the living room area to kitchen space which also has a separate eating area open to the balcony and outdoors. The kitchen has granite countertops and high end cabinets and is designed to accommodate the joys of cooking. The floor plan offers privacy for the spacious master suite with a private terrace, elegant master bath and walk-in closet with a dressing area. There is also generous storage area in the condo. The Water Club is a premier Gulf front condominium with exceptional amenities and services. The designer decorated Club House features a professionally equipped gym and his and her spa areas, wine storage, billiard room, library, sunset bar plus a grand ballroom for special and formal occasions and gourmet catering kitchen. When not enjoying the beach, there is a heated elevated beautiful pool and hot tub with plenty of seating plus 4 Har-tru tennis courts. This condo location can also be used as a guest suite to be enjoyed by family and guests. The Water Club is conveniently located just minutes from award winning restaurants, Publix and CVS, St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota plus the Longboat Key Club for golf, tennis and restaurants is also nearby.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
940
Sqft
2.11 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1996
Year built
One
Levels
$1,011
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$6,321 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$6,321/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Longboat Key actives
$1,011 vs $682
Days on market
170 vs 96 typical
Where $1,011/sqft sits among the 246 Longboat Key actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Longboat Key
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LONGBOAT KEY 34228 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
7,512
Median age
71.5
Median income
$143,365
Median home value
$959,200
Avg household
1.8
Households w/ children
51%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Longboat Key market
$820K → $1.4M
Longboat Key median sold, yr/yr
93.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
108 of 246
Longboat Key actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Longboat Key, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 48% above the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median. See the full Longboat Key market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$2,200,000
1281 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 906 · same community
2 bd · 3 ba · 2,655 sqft · $829/sqft · 221 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$1,425,000
1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 207 S · same community
2 bd · 4 ba · 2,965 sqft · $481/sqft · 58 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$3,100,000
1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 408 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,965 sqft · $1,046/sqft · 20 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,321/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $8,141. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Longboat Key?+
At $950,000, this home is priced right at the Longboat Key median.
Which schools are assigned to 1241 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 111?+
Booker High School (high), Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$950,000 runs 48% above the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Booker High School, Southside Elementary School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $1,050,000, now $950,000 — a $100K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of DEVELOPERS REALTY LBK, INC · Reid Murphy. MLS #A4684166.
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