# 5655 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, Longboat Key, FL 34228

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba condo, $799,000 ($627/sqft), built 1975, 1,274 sqft.
> Waterfront. Est. $3,462/mo. Listed 87 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $799,000 |
| Price/sqft | $627 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,274 |
| Year Built | 1975 |
| Lot Size | 265,280 sqft (6.09 acres) |
| Property Type | Condo (Condominium) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 87 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $3,462 |
| **Total** | **$3,462** |

## Key Amenities

- Waterfront

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1975
- 6.09 acre lot
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
Experience breathtaking beach and Gulf views from this spacious, turnkey-furnished two-bedroom, two-bath residence in Cedars West. Beautifully updated with no detail overlooked, this exceptional property features elegant stone countertops, quality appliances, and a relaxed coastal ambiance that makes it highly sought after. Offering over 1,270 square feet of air-conditioned living space, the residence includes a large walkout screened lanai where you can enjoy gentle Gulf breezes and spectacular sunsets over the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The thoughtfully designed layout provides abundant storage throughout, including generous closets in both bedrooms as well as a dedicated owner’s closet. Just steps from the unit, the pristine beach is a renowned nesting ground for sea turtles, offering the unique opportunity to watch dolphins and manatees pass by while relaxing on one of Florida’s most beautiful beaches. Cedars West residents enjoy a wide range of resort-style amenities, including a large heated and cooled swimming pool, two tennis courts, BBQ grilling areas, and convenient kayak and bike racks. Owners also have the option to generate rental income by taking advantage of Cedars West’s rare two-week minimum rental policy on Longboat Key. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to experience the ultimate beachfront lifestyle.

## Location

- **Address:** 5655 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, Longboat Key, FL 34228
- **County:** Manatee
- **Neighborhood:** CEDARS WEST OF LONGBOAT INC
- **Coordinates:** 27.415168, -82.662854
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=27.415168,-82.662854

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** John Milkovich
- **Brokerage:** CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
- **Phone:** 7275185058
- **Email:** jmilkovich@live.com

## Primary Photo

![5655 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/745dac5be1186105301d2d5e57d76fafl-f3895543107r.jpg)

*39 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/5655-gulf-of-mexico-drive-longboat-key-fl-34228-b8483958)*

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**MLS#:** TB8483958 | **Updated:** 2026-06-19
**Source:** listhub

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