848 EVERGREEN WAY, LONGBOAT KEY, FL, 34228
Active21 days on marketListed Jun 29, 2026MLS #A4698229
About this home
848 EVERGREEN WAY
Turn-Key Furnished Waterfront Townhome in Cedars East on Longboat Key! Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this desirable 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers one of the best locations within Cedars East, featuring tranquil water views from the spacious primary suite and an expanded, open-concept living area. The updated kitchen showcases shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant workspace, flowing seamlessly into the spacious dining and living areas. Turn-key furnishings make this home truly move-in ready—ideal as a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment property. Life at Cedars East offers the perfect blend of resort-style amenities and relaxed coastal living. Residents enjoy access to a heated junior Olympic-sized pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, fitness center, clubhouse, pro shop, fishing pier, kayak launch, scenic mangrove boardwalks, and an on-site restaurant and tiki bar. (Pool membership is included with ownership. Some amenities require optional club membership.) Ideally located just minutes from the sandy beaches of Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, championship golf, waterfront dining, shopping, Joan M. Durante Park, and vibrant downtown Sarasota, this exceptional property offers the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and value in one of Longboat Key's most sought-after communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,440
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1991
Year built
Three Or More
Levels
$417
Per sqft
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 — not generic estimates.
$3,916 /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
$3,916/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.
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
$417 vs $705
Days on market
21 vs 95 typical
Where $417/sqft sits among the 277 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
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)
118 of 277
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 8% 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 848 EVERGREEN WAY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’25$589,000
821 EVERGREEN WAY · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,440 sqft · $409/sqft · 140 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$557,500
660 CEDARS COURT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,440 sqft · $387/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,575,000
2525 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE UNIT 3D
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,468 sqft · $1,073/sqft · 7 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
Eric Chery
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 848 EVERGREEN WAY — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 848 EVERGREEN WAY — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to Eric's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
848 EVERGREEN WAY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 848 EVERGREEN WAY?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,916/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 848 EVERGREEN WAY?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,533. 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 848 EVERGREEN WAY?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 $599,900, this home is listed about 38% below the Longboat Key median of $960,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 848 EVERGREEN WAY?+
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
$599,900 is 8% below the LONGBOAT KEY 34228 median of $649,900, and at $417/sqft it sits under the Longboat Key average of $844.
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.
Keep looking
Similar homes nearby
Listing courtesy of DOUGLAS ELLIMAN · Rex Glasson. MLS #A4698229.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
Never miss a listing
New Longboat Key homes, in your inbox
Like 848 EVERGREEN WAY but not quite? A daily digest of every new listing in Longboat Key — straight from the MLS, hours after it goes live. Unsubscribe anytime.
Just watching this one home? Ask Eric to ping you on any price or status change →