Cortez Homes with Gated Community - No Guard Community Features

Cortez Homes with Gated Community - No Guard Community Features

Welcome to Cortez, Florida—a hidden gem nestled in Manatee County that beautifully blends coastal charm with a vibrant community spirit. Known for its rich history and picturesque waterfront views, Cortez offers a unique lifestyle that appeals to both nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil retreat. With its close proximity to the stunning beaches of Anna Maria Island and the serene waters of the Gulf of Mexico, residents can enjoy endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and soaking up the sun.

Cortez is home to a variety of delightful homes, particularly those within gated communities that provide an added layer of privacy and security. These no-guard gated communities offer a peaceful environment where you can relax and unwind, surrounded by lush landscaping and beautifully designed homes. The absence of a guard does not compromise safety; instead, it fosters a friendly atmosphere where neighbors know each other and enjoy a sense of camaraderie.

Residents of these gated communities benefit from well-maintained amenities, including serene walking paths, community parks, and often, access to private docks or waterfront areas. Whether you’re looking for a charming bungalow or a spacious family home, Cortez has something to suit every taste and budget.

With its warm climate, stunning natural beauty, and strong community ties, Cortez, Florida, is the perfect place to call home. Experience the best of coastal living while enjoying the tranquility and security of a gated community—your dream home awaits!

Newest Cortez Homes with Gated Community - No Guard Community Features

$2,400,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Harbour Landing SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
Welcome to an extraordinary waterfront retreat in the exclusive gated enclave of Harbour Landings Estates, where timeless elegance meets effortless coastal living. Perfectly positioned on deep sailboat water, this exceptional John Cannon custom residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy direct access to Palma Sola Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, and the pristine beaches of Florida's Gulf Coast. Designed to embrace the ultimate waterfront lifestyle, the outdoor living spaces are nothing short of spectacular. Relax beside the sparkling saltwater pool surrounded by an expansive travertine deck, or unwind while taking in serene open-water views overlooking your private dock, complete with a 10,000-pound boat lift, all nestled within a protected basin just steps from your back door. The covered lanai is equally well-appointed, featuring a convenient propane outlet for your outdoor grill, making alfresco dining and entertaining effortless year-round. Built with exceptional craftsmanship and lasting peace of mind, this residence features PGT impact-rated windows, a whole-house generator powered by a 500-gallon propane tank, and an oversized three-car garage offering abundant space for vehicles, storage, and recreational equipment. Having sustained no damage from the recent storms, this home delivers both luxury and confidence in equal measure. Inside, sophisticated design and impeccable attention to detail are showcased throughout. Soaring ceilings, custom built-ins, and refined architectural details create an atmosphere of understated elegance. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers three spacious bedrooms, a private executive office, and a versatile bonus room, providing flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. A stylish dry bar with a wine refrigerator elevates the entertaining experience, while the well-appointed laundry room includes a convenient fold-away ironing station that maximizes functionality without sacrificing space. Premium finishes throughout reflect the exceptional quality expected of a luxury residence. As a resident of Harbour Landings Estates, you'll enjoy the convenience of maintenance-free living with lawn care included in the HOA, allowing you to spend more time boating, relaxing, and enjoying the exceptional waterfront lifestyle. Ideally located just minutes from world-renowned Gulf beaches, waterfront dining, shopping, and all the finest amenities the Gulf Coast has to offer, this remarkable residence embodies the very best of luxury coastal living.

4110 Commodore Boulevard, Cortez
$1,495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Cortez Beach SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. Waterfront Coastal Luxury with Solar Power! Just minutes from Anna Maria Island, this elevated home in Hunters Point offers panoramic sunset and water views, a deeded boat slip, exceptional energy efficiency, and the peace of mind that comes with hurricane-resilient coastal construction. Elevated approximately 17.5 feet above the 100-year floodplain, this thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends effortless coastal living with innovative design. The bright open floor plan features shiplap ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light. Covered and screened waterfront balconies on both the east and west sides create inviting spaces for morning coffee, sea breezes, and spectacular sunsets! The upper-level primary suite offers a screened waterfront balcony with tranquil water views, while two guest bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath. Thoughtfully enhanced beyond the original builder specifications, owner upgrades include designer lighting and mirrors, custom window treatments, built-in closet systems, additional cabinetry, screened porches, full fencing, a Tesla charger, and two garage-level storage closets. Furnishings are available separately, creating a potential turnkey opportunity. Designed for sustainability and resilience, the home features PGT impact-resistant windows, 6-inch spray foam insulation, solar panels with Sonnen battery storage, high-efficiency systems, and smart home technology for climate and security. The result is a remarkably quiet, comfortable home with exceptional energy efficiency and low operating costs. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a ground-level patio and a private dock with water service accommodating boats up to 25 feet. The community's waterfront amenity center, resort-style pool, spa, and fitness center are conveniently located directly across from the home! The only virtually staged photo is the exterior side view with enhanced landscaping. Hunters Point is a gated, golf-cart-friendly waterfront community known for its innovative, hurricane-resilient design and prime location near Anna Maria Island, Cortez Village, waterfront dining, marinas, nature preserves, and beautiful Gulf beaches. Whether you are seeking a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or waterfront home with rental potential, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury coastal living in one of the area's most distinctive communities!

4357 Marina View Way, Cortez
$7,250,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ Sunset Harbor SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
EXTRAORDINARY WATERFRONT ESTATE ON ANNA MARIA SOUND. Exclusive gated community of Sunset Harbor, where luxury, privacy, and breathtaking coastal scenery come together in perfect harmony. One of only eight residences within this intimate enclave, this exceptional home captures sweeping views of Anna Maria Sound and delivers unforgettable Gulf Coast sunsets from nearly every angle. Thoughtfully designed to embrace Florida's coveted indoor-outdoor lifestyle, the residence offers expansive terraces and seamless living spaces that open effortlessly to the waterfront beyond. Whether entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the water, the home creates an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication. Spanning approximately 5,138 square feet, this Mediterranean-inspired residence has been beautifully reimagined with refined finishes and quality craftsmanship throughout. The gourmet kitchen is appointed with premium appliances and opens to multiple spacious living and entertaining areas enhanced by oversized impact glass sliders that frame the stunning water views. The luxurious upper-level primary suite serves as a private sanctuary, complete with dual bathrooms, an executive office, and a dedicated fitness room. Additional highlights include an elevator servicing 3 levels, whole-home generator, elegant custom finishes throughout, spacious three-car garage, whole-home water filtration system, new HVAC systems, new seawall, and a new dock with 10,000 lb and 24,000 lb boat lifts. This property also offers the ultimate convenience for student-athletes and families, located just minutes from the world-renowned IMG Academy, one of the premier sports training campuses in the world. Ideally located just moments from the white sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island, waterfront dining, and direct Gulf access, this remarkable property offers the ultimate combination of luxury waterfront living, deep-water boating access, and the relaxed elegance of Florida's Gulf Coast lifestyle. Call for Matterport 3D virtual floorplan and youtube video.

12925 42nd Terrace W, Cortez
$1,100,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Hunters Point SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
Short Sale. Welcome to waterfront living in the sought-after Hunters Point community of Cortez located just minutes from Anna Maria Island and its beaches. This beautifully designed coastal retreat is LEED certified, and offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and elevated construction built for the Florida lifestyle. Enjoy an open-concept floor plan with high ceilings, designer finishes, luxury vinyl flooring, quartz countertops, solid wood cabinetry, and smart home features throughout. It includes an elevator providing easy access to all 3 floors. The home's solar panels and Sonnen Battery storage system provide net-zero energy cost savings. It comes with a private dock with and deeded boat slip and lift that can accommodate a 25' boat. The garage has epoxy floors and a Tesla EV fast charger. Multiple balconies capture tranquil water and marina views, while the community offers resort-style amenities, boating access, and proximity to Anna Maria Island beaches, waterfront dining, and shopping. The community pool and clubhouse will be completed this summer. Short term rentals are allowed. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, this turnkey-partially furnished home delivers the ultimate coastal experience.

4207 Marina View Way, Cortez
$739,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Harbour Landing SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to the Sandpiper at gated Harbour Landings, a beautifully updated SPACIOUS two-story townhouse with 1898 sq. ft and 2400 + EXTRA square feet of AC living space. NEW METAL roof 04/2025. ROOM FOR A POOL! Private ELEVATOR to the main living level upstairs with covered screened porch, and PERFECT FOR A MOTHER IN LAW SUITE SITUATION! Generous and oversized garage is equivalent to a 3 CAR garage with space for two cars and/or boat/golf cart. The aquarium windows and sliding glass doors allow for an abundance of natural light with screened lanai. You'll enjoy features such crown molding, high ceilings, new AC in 2022, all new interior painting and brand new modern light fixtures. Harbour Landings is a virtually maintenance-free community. Association fees include all amenities, (tennis, pool, clubhouse, private gate) insurance on the outside of the building, roof maintenance and replacement, landscaping, lawn maintenance, irrigation, exterior painting, and professional management. Enjoy heated pool, community fitness facility, and tennis/pickle ball court. Walk-able and golf-cart friendly, Harbour Landings is close to beaches,(ONE Mile to Anna Maria) boating, golfing, restaurants, and more – offering the best of the coastal-casual Florida lifestyle. This home epitomizes tropical, island living without having to be on an island. Don’t miss out on this one-time amazing coastal lifestyle opportunity and call for your private showing today! Take your golf cart over the bridge to Anna Maria! THIS PROPERTY DID NOT FLOOD OR HAVE ANY DAMAGE IN HURRICANE HELENE AND MILTON.

4118 Osprey Harbour Loop Unit 4118, Cortez
$3,199,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ Sunset Park SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
Welcome to this stunning home in the exclusive Sunset Harbor gated community, a private enclave of eight custom-built residences situated on the tranquil Anna Maria Sound. No expense was spared on this gorgeous waterfront home featuring 4 bedroom 3.5 baths with over 5000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor living space. Ceiling fans in every bedroom, custom shelving enhanced closets, upgraded lighting, quartz countertops, custom cabinets and trim work throughout, solid wood 8’ doors, Hunter Douglas plantation shutters, and a stunning hand-built Ambrosia maple wood staircase are just a some of the features in this newly constructed custom home. Built to Florida Category 5 hurricane standards, this residence includes a tankless water heater, two Trane heating and air conditioning units, controlled by Honeywell Home programmable thermostats and a 50-year concrete flat roof and newly installed reinforced rip rap along a concrete wall at the rear of the property add durability. Step outside to your oasis back yard complete with a 11 by 38-foot heated saltwater pool and spa with designer lighting, all set atop a concrete raised platform. An outdoor custom built outdoor kitchen with a wet bar, refrigerator and propane-powered grill are perfect for entertaining and dining poolside while enjoying incredible views of Anna Maria sound. A 950-pound capacity elevator with Italian marble flooring serves all three floors. The rear of the home includes two 10-by-30-foot fenced decks with porcelain tile flooring, a new dock with an assigned slip that includes a 10,000-pound lift with water and power. The garage level is built on 31 thirty-foot concrete/steel reinforced pylons and features an outdoor shower and a 75-by-25-foot outdoor living area with custom turf and travertine pavers. The oversized garage accommodates 2-4 vehicles and features keyless entry, epoxy concrete flooring, and aluminum ceiling storage racks. The second floor showcases custom-built cabinets in the library, a Hunter Douglas hardwired designer roller sunshade on the slider, a 9-by-11-foot covered front porch, and a custom hand-built fireplace mantle with a propane starting system. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with lighting in and under the cabinets, a farmhouse porcelain sink, a Kitchen-Aid ice maker that produces 25 pounds of ice daily, a Silhouette professional beverage refrigerator, and custom-built cabinets with a hooded specialty-designed vent. Schedule your private showing today!

12917 42nd Terrace W, Cortez
$900,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Mariners Cove Condo SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code
Presenting a rare and distinguished opportunity to enjoy panoramic waterfront vistas, complemented by the exceptional offering of two boat slips, a rarity along the coast. Ideally set in the prestigious gated enclave of Mariner’s Cove where refined waterfront living is elevated to an art form. Set between the tranquil shores of Anna Maria Sound and Palma Sola Bay, this residence is a statement of timeless design. For the boating enthusiast, the residence includes a rare two slips equipped with a full power pedestal capable of holding a large boat, storage box and ideally at the end of the canal for direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, offering seamless navigation to Anna Maria Sound, Palma Sola Bay, Tampa Bay and Gulf of America. Upon arrival via elevator, you are welcomed into an expansive open-concept residence is a sanctuary of natural light that effortlessly blends coastal ease and anchored by a refined fireplace and framed by floor-to-ceiling glass sliders, inviting the outdoors in and offering uninterrupted vistas of the water beyond. At the center is a dramatic, 30-foot expanse screened lanai with coveted northwest exposure ideal for capturing both morning serenity and evening sunsets. Unique to this residence is an expansive deep-set front patio, a distinctive feature. The kitchen is a culinary work of art, showcasing warm-toned granite counters, designer backsplash, all wood cabinetry with extra pantry storage, and premium stainless-steel appliances with Sub-Zero paneled refrigerator, every detail curated to enhance form and function. In the owner’s suite, panoramic water views create an ever-changing backdrop of coastal splendor. Private access to the lanai, a luxurious en-suite bath with dual vanities, a walk-in shower and a separate soaking tub further underscore the home's spa-like tranquility. Additional appointments include a laundry closet, a secure under-building storage unit, two covered parking spaces, crown molding throughout and recent mechanical upgrades including a newer HVAC system and water heater. Residents of Mariner’s Cove enjoy an array of upscale amenities, including three protected canals, two heated swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and lushly landscaped grounds in a gated community setting. Ideally just one mile from the sugar-sand beaches of Anna Maria Island and near the historic fishing village of Cortez, where waterfront dining, boutiques and marine adventures await. This is more than a residence, it is a curated lifestyle defined by serenity, exclusivity and finest elements of coastal living. An extraordinary opportunity for the discerning buyer seeking a home of distinction in one of Florida’s desired waterfront communities.

3840 Mariners Way Unit 514A, Cortez
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