5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active103 days on marketListed May 7, 2026MLS #A4692913
About this home
5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305
A little slice of Gulf-front heaven. Seasonal rental only, available July 15 through December 31, 2026! 60 Day Minimum Lease, not available Jan 1, 2027-March 31, 2027. Fully remodeled and impeccably furnished with Gulf views on Longboat Key, this top-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers breathtaking views of the beach and Gulf of Mexico. The clear Caribbean-blue waters and white sand beaches are perfectly complemented by the beautifully redesigned interior and thoughtfully updated floor plan. The gathering room opens to the extended kitchen to create continuity in the main living area, perfect for entertaining. Custom imported cabinetry with frosted glass accents, pantry storage, complementary upper and lower cabinetry, solid surface countertops, and a waterfall-edge peninsula with seating for four elevate the space. Premium KitchenAid appliances include a French door refrigerator, dishwasher, double oven, and cooktop. A skylight fills the home with natural light alongside LED, recessed, and drop lighting throughout. Imported marble flooring, porcelain tile, and neutral Berber carpet complete the interior finishes. Both bathrooms have been beautifully modernized with Corinthian Fossil showers, frameless glass doors, floating vanities, and Quartz countertops. The primary en suite features a walk-in closet and sitting area. Multiple sets of sliding glass doors open to the covered balcony, creating the perfect place to enjoy our million dollar sunsets. Residents can unwind seaside along more than 500 feet of shoreline, stroll the lushly landscaped grounds and paver pathways, or enjoy the private community pool and spa. All lease terms shorter than 6 months are subject to 13% tourism tax.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,561
Sqft
5.2 ac
Lot size
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$4
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$200 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$200/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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
$4 vs $693
Days on market
103 vs 95 typical
Where $4/sqft sits among the 244 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
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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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)
105 of 244
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 99% below the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median. See the full Longboat Key market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$850,000
5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 110 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,561 sqft · $545/sqft · 76 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$625,000
5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 115 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,561 sqft · $400/sqft · 56 DOM
Sold · May ’26$885,000
691 GULF BAY ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,581 sqft · $560/sqft · 77 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 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $200/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $5,500, this home is listed about 99% below the Longboat Key median of $950,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5757 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 305?+
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
Three things that matter here
01Under the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 market on paper
$5,500 is 99% below the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median of $625,000, and at $4/sqft it sits under the Longboat Key average of $856.
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.
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Listing courtesy of TNG PROPERTY MANAGEMENT · Scott Nold. MLS #A4692913.
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