615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active232 days on marketListed Dec 1, 2025MLS #A4673355
About this home
615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE
It's all about location. Just a short drive from Sarasota, Longboat Key offers unrivaled natural beauty in a coastal retreat. This home/land lot is a 1/3-acre with 100 feet of canal frontage on the desired south side of Longboat Key, and so close to the beach is about as good as it gets. The improvement can be inspected for remediation, and the generous lot features a healthy and substantial seawall on a private and quiet street, offering a golden opportunity for a luxury new build. Seller will offer house plans from a reputable LBK coastal builder, Brista Homes (plan buyer expense). The Buttonwood Community has been touted by the Longboat Observer as the neighborliest neighborhood on Longboat Key and is unique for having its safe harbor, boat ramp and boat slips up to 28 feet for its residents. Florida remains the envy of the country, with many of our markets winning awards for being among the best places to live or retire. It's all about connectivity. Sarasota SRQ Airport’s soaring success added 20 flights, 20% passenger growth, a new runway and terminal in 2024, ranks No. 1 for the fastest-growing airport in the U.S., and ranks No. 1 best resort airport in the entire country, where passengers can get off a plane and feel like their vacation has begun. It's all about investment. Beyond the numbers is the intangible and powerful increase in consumer confidence, which has always proven to enormously influence the housing market, especially luxury and second-home purchases. Longboat Key is the only barrier island on the West Coast of Florida to have relocated all overhead utilities underground for improved reliability and aesthetics, and LBK landed on the Forbes Travel Guide’s list of Top 12 Destinations for 2025. Gov. Ron Desantis announced February 20, 2026, another record-breaking year for tourism in Florida welcomed 143.3 million visitors throughout 2025. An estimated 33.5 million visitors as the highest fourth quarter for visitation on record. According to the release, Florida is the #1 domestic travel destination in the U.S. and a standout choice for international visitors.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.28 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.
$8,251 /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
$8,251/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 Longboat Key
Get to know Longboat Key. See the full Longboat Key guide →
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 → $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 92% 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 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$935,000
615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,080 sqft · $450/sqft · 151 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$1,350,000
618 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,220 sqft · $419/sqft · 15 DOM
Sold · Jul ’25$600,000
1945 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT M2-310
2 bd · 2 ba · 928 sqft · $647/sqft · 91 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
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $8,251/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $50/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 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $50 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $9,930. 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 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. 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 $1,250,000, this home is listed about 30% 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 615 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE?+
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
$1,250,000 runs 92% 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.
03Time on market is leverage
232 days on market against a Longboat Key median of 95 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong 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 PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY · Walter Hackett. MLS #A4673355.
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