741 OLD COMPASS ROAD, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active104 days on marketListed Apr 8, 2026MLS #A4689309
About this home
741 OLD COMPASS ROAD
Exceptional opportunity to own a Longboat Key waterfront home in the highly desired community of Emerald Harbor. This 3BR/2BA, 1,926-sf canal front home with pool sits on an oversized 100x155-ft lot along one of Longboat’s widest canals (~110 ft) offering deep-water boating access just a half mile to the Intracoastal Waterway. Private beach access with parking is less than half a mile away. The property experienced storm-related water damage in 2024 and is ready for renovation or a brand-new custom home build. Enjoy island living close to The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, The Resort at Longboat Key Club, St. Armands Circle, and North Longboat Village favorites—Shore, Mar Vista, Whitney’s, and Lazy Lobster. Emerald Harbor Longboat Key home for sale combines boating, beach access, and the ultimate Florida lifestyle—an unbeatable fixer-upper Longboat Key canal-front opportunity in one of the island’s premier neighborhoods.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.36 ac
Lot size
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$11,391 /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
$11,391/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.
Where it sits
Inside Emerald Harbor
Get to know Longboat Key. See the full Longboat Key guide →
Emerald Harbor — neighborhood snapshot
Population
418
Median age
70
Median income
$117,267
Median home value
$652,300
Avg household
2
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Longboat Key market
$820K → $893K
Longboat Key median sold, yr/yr
92.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Longboat Key, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 176% 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 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$2,550,000
781 BINNACLE POINT DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,269 sqft · $1,124/sqft · 140 DOM
Sold · May ’26$4,200,000
681 OLD COMPASS ROAD · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,520 sqft · $1,667/sqft · 60 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$4,200,000
670 OLD COMPASS ROAD · same community
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,022 sqft · $1,044/sqft · 206 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 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
741 OLD COMPASS ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $11,391/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $63/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $63 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,714. 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 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD?+
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 $1,795,000, this home is listed about 87% above the Longboat Key median of $960,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 741 OLD COMPASS ROAD?+
Bayshore High School (high), Martha B. King Middle School (middle), Anna Maria Elementary School (elementary) — Manatee 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
$1,795,000 runs 176% 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
Bayshore High School, Martha B. King Middle School, Anna Maria Elementary School — Anna Maria Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $1,895,000, now $1,795,000 — a $100K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Steve Walter. MLS #A4689309.
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