Longboat Key Florida Real Estate Snapshot - March 2010

The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk with activity. Below are current stats for active listings as of March 16, 2010. All information on active listings is pulled from the MLS system.

Longboat Key Single Family Homes for Sale

• Active Listings: 171
• Highest Priced Home for Sale: $13 Million
• Median Home Price: $1,225,000
• Average Home Price: $1,749,598

Longboat Key Condos for Sale

• Active Listings: 381
• Highest Priced Condo for Sale: $5.95 Million
• Median Condo Price: $599,000
• Average Condo Price: $891,242

Longboat Key Lots/Land for Sale

• Active Listings: 50
• Highest Priced Lot for Sale: $3.4 Million
• Median Lot Price: $649,500
• Average Lot Price: $993,592

Visit BuySarasota.com to search all MLS listings on Longboat Key, Lido Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key, and Sarasota. feel free to contact us with any questions or if we can be of any help with your search. Contact the John Allen Team direct at 941-544-6467 for all of your Longboat Key real estate needs or if you have any questions about the market.

Longboat Key FL Real Estate Market Update - 2010

The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk with activity as savvy buyers take advantage of drastically reduced prices and a very nice selection of homes and condos. There have been 82 properties sold on Longboat Key in the past 90 days. In addition there are 72 MLS listings under contract.

Longboat Key Sold Properties - Past 90 Days

• Total Sales - 82
• Highest Sale - $2,500,000
• Lowest Sale - $126,500
• Average Sale - $912,235
• Median Sale Price - $699,000

Longboat Key Properties Currently Under Contract

• Total Listings Under Contract - 72
• Highest Prices Listing - $4,900,000
• Lowest Priced Listing - $125,000
• Average Price - $832,409
• Median Price - $624,500

Visit BuySarasota.com today if you are interested in exploring Longboat Key. Our comprehensive website allows you to view detailed information on all of the most popular condominiums and neighborhoods. In addition you can view over 600 MLS listings for all of the condos and Longboat Key homes for sale. If you would like our help with your search, feel free to email us or call us direct at 941-544-6467. We are here to assist you with all of your real estate needs.

Islands West Condos on Longboat Key Florida

Majestically towering to 15 stories, Islands West on Longboat Key are home to 87 units. Built in 1972, these Longboat Key condos’ amenities include: swimming pool, club house, exercise room and, of course, its main amenity Longboat Key Beach.

The Sarasota MLS currently reports 4 condos for sale at Islands West on Longboat Key. There are no sales pending and one condo has sold in the last six months. The selling price was $450,000.

If you are searching for a Longboat Key FL real estate, we are happy to help. Call John Allen at 941-544-6467 to view condos for sale at Island West or for a condo at Sanctuary, Longboat Key Towers, L’Ambiance or EnProvence. Our agents know Longboat Key condos and will guide you to a smooth closing.

Longboat Key Florida Demographics

Exclusive Longboat Key Florida is an 11 mile long barrier island like no other. We are constantly asked by buyers about Longboat Key's population, real estate and demographics. So here you go...

Longboat Key Demographics Snapshot

Population: 8,000 year round, grows to 20,000 or so in season
Median Age of Residents: 68 years old. 58% of residents were 65 or older
Density of Residents: 1,546.44 People Per Square Land Mile
Gender: 53.5% Female, 46.5% Male
Race: 99.2% White, 0.8% Other
Marital Status: 77% Married, 23% Single, Divorced, Widowed
Education: 94.4% High School or Higher
Real Estate: 75% Condominiums, 25% single family homes and others.
Median Listings Price: $699,000
Occupancy: 48.4% Occupied Housing, 52.6% Seasonal or Occasional Use

Resources and More information: Wikipedia, US Census

If you are considering a home or condo on this slice of paradise, head over to our comprehensive Longboat Key real estate section where you can view hundreds of MLS listings. All of the listings in our database are updated daily and feature full descriptions, addresses, and advanced satellite mapping technology. If you would like our help with your Longboat Key home search, contact the John Allen Team direct at 941-544-6467.

Longboat Key Homes for Sale Market Update 2009

Longboat Key Florida is more than just a destination. It is a lifestyle. This 11 mile long island offers an array of waterfront activities, dining, spas, golf, tennis and so much more. Longboat Key provides a private atmosphere to its lucky residents, yet it is only minutes from the endless amenities of St Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota.
The Longboat Key real estate market has been brisk with activity as savvy buyers have been taking advantage of reduced prices and a nice selection of inventory.
Longboat Key Single Family Home Data from the MLS

• Active Home Listings: 158
• Price range: $179,000 to $13,000,000
• Average Listing Price: $1,883,889
• Median Listing Price: $1,310,000
• 2009 Home Sales – 64
• Sales Price range: $220,000 to $7,125,000
• Average Sale Price: $1,033,115
• Media Sale Price: $717,500

If you have been considering a condo or home purchase on Longboat Key, give the John Allen Team a call direct at 941-544-6467 to start the process. His team can help you explore all Sarasota real estate. Many experts believe that now is a great time to buy. sale prices are at a level comparable to what we saw 7 to 8 years ago and there is still a very nice selection of inventory.
Related Link: Longboat Key Condominium Market Update - 2009

Moores Stone Crab on Longboat Key Florida

Longboat Key Restaurants: Moore’s Serving Stonecrabs Since 1967

Every year when it’s stonecrab season, residents and visitors arrive at Moore’s Stonecrab Restaurant on Longboat Key to sample the season’s catch. Moore’s is the oldest seafood restaurant “under the same ownership” in Manatee County.
Papa Jack Moore walking the flats of the bays getting stonecrab as far back as 1927 beginning a long history for the Moore family’s seafood business. All traps were built by hand back in the 20s and today they are still handmade. In 1927, the traps numbered from 50 to 75 and currently Moore’s boats work as many as 140,000 traps.



From October 15 to May 15 each year, Moore’s boats work the traps each day bringing customers fresh crabs for the restaurant. And each year, we head to Moore’s to test the season’s feast.
If stonecrab is not for you, try Moore’s tasty crab rolls, stuffed shrimp or fried oysters. Can’t make up your mind, Moore’s offers combination platters: Longboat Platter, Broadway Platter or the Villager platter are excellent.
Moore’s is located in the historic Longboat Key Village on Broadway Street - More Information. Be very careful on Broadway – there is always a peacock crossing the road.
For information on Longboat Key real estate for sale, either condos and homes, contact the John Allen Team at 941-544-6467

Longboat Key Real Estate Update - August 2009

Longboat Key real estate ranges from tiny beach cottages, ranch style homes to luxurious newer highrise condominiums on both the Gulf of Mexico and the shores of Sarasota Bay. Many Longboat Key homes in neighborhoods such as Country Club Shores and Bay Isles are located on canals that wind to the Bay providing direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the properties on Longboat Key have full Bay views and fabulous vistas of the mainland and the lights of Sarasota, Florida sparkle at night. Longboat Key’s real estate inventory is excellent and prices range from $269,000 to $15,000,000 for single family homes on this “hot” destination Key. Longboat Key real estate data in the Sarasota MLS system shows 159 single family homes listed for sale on this tropical manicured Key compared to over 400 on neighboring Siesta Key.

When not enjoying the beach, residents of Longboat Key drive to downtown Sarasota for the opera, ballet or theater. Galleries of Palm Avenue are relaxing on a rainy day or just any day for that matter. Stroll down Main Street in Sarasota and visit specialty shops or walk to the Sarasota Bayfront and snap some shots of Dolphin Fountain.
St. Armands Circle is a great place to wander. Cross over to the center of the Circle and learn about Sarasota’s circus heritage. Enjoy the statures of Ringling greatness positioned beautifully as you make your way to a popular restaurant for a leisurely lunch. If dinner is on the agenda later in the evening, St. Armands has many fine restaurants or stay on Longboat Key and enjoy sipping wine as another extraordinary day ends in Paradise.

Longboat Key Real Estate Update:

Single Family Homes:

• Least Expensive Home: $179,900
• Most Expensive Home: $9,995,000
• Homes Under Contract: 17
• Single Family Homes Sold Last Six Months: 38

Condos (Including Townhouses & Villas)

• Least Expensive Condo: $155,000
• Most Expensive Condo: $5,000,000
• Condos Under Contract: 48
• Condos Sold Last Six Months: 132

If you are searching for a home or real estate on Longboat Key, Siesta Key or Casey Key, contact John Allen at 941-544-6467. John shows Longboat Key real estate as well as all of Sarasota’s other barrier islands. He has the experience in waterfront properties necessary to guide you to a quick closing. If you are considering a purchase on Longboat Key's neighbor to the south, head over to our recent Siesta Key real estate market post to get an overview of the market. If you would like to make an appointment to view homes or condos on Siesta Key or Longboat Key, please give us contact us today to set up an appointment.