The Grande

The Grande Condos for Sale – Longboat Key, Florida 34228

Longboat Key over the years has successfully nurtured an aura of luxury and leisure largely due to posh condo developments like The Grande. Located beachfront at 4561 Gulf of Mexico Drive, this property sits among the original neighborhoods that were established at the northern and middle stretches of the 12-mile long island, now a domain for many high-end Longboat Key condos for sale.

The Grande was developed in 1999, building upon the successes of the resort and residential construction projects that were launched along the southern stretch of Longboat Key sometime in the 1970s‒1980s. This condominium draws attention with its chic contemporary design, a modern architectural rendition that melds harmoniously with its upscale neighborhood.

Versatile and exclusive

Exclusivity is a dominant hallmark for The Grande, having been configured for just eight residential units within a four-story building. Designed with square footages and interiors comparable with single family homes, these condos were built two to a floor for the optimum in privacy.

Versatility is another overriding proposition offered by Longboat Key condos for sale in this property. Definitely spacious, the units here are essentially lock-and-leave homes which are suited for snowbirds seeking secondary residences during winter that incidentally has been growing harsher in recent years. Likewise, the generous floor areas of the condos here make them ideal as primary residences.

Stylish dwellings

The luxury of space in the condos for sale at The Grande could be best appreciated in its penthouse which has a floor area of 3,260 square feet. Standard among the condos in this property are wrap-around terraces which can measure up to 1,450 square feet. This provides not only additional living space but also allows unobstructed views of the gulf as well as the bay and the Sarasota skyline for the upper floor, south-facing units.

Sophistication is the prevailing theme for The Grande units’ interiors which regal the market with their 10-foot ceilings and designer finishes. Prospective buyers of Longboat Key condos for sale are also likely to be impressed by these units’ elegant marble and wood floors, gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, and hurricane shutters. Steeped in all these upscale features, the choice condos for sale at The Grande are typically sales-listed starting at around the $1.2 million range.

Island lifestyle and more

High-value amenities both within and around The Grande add premium to its condo units. One of these perks is the property’s prime coastal location directly next to a sweep of beach nearly as long as the island itself. The condominium complex, moreover, has a resort-type swimming pool which is complemented by a spa/hot tub. For the residents’ convenience, elevators serve their midrise condo which also features secure under-building parking.

Centrally located on Longboat Key, The Grande offers a lifestyle in sync with various local facilities, attractions and events. For daily necessities, the shops and restaurants at the Avenue of the Flowers are only a short distance south of the condominium. The shopping, dining and entertainment venues at St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota are similarly woven with the points of interest that have helped bring market spotlight on available units in this property.

The Grande Condos for Sale

Below are all of the current real estate listings available for sale at The Grande.

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