Welcome to your bay front condo on Longboat Key, where every day begins with breathtaking sunrises and panoramic views of Sarasota Bay. This updated and partially furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence features easy to maintain tile throughout the main living spaces, creating a streamlined aesthetic and easy living. The open-concept great room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen complete with stainless appliances, granite counters, and a westerly facing window for enjoying stunning sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Each evening, you'll also enjoy moonrises reflecting off the bay and gentle breezes over the serene waters from your 22-foot wall of floor-to-ceiling windows in the Florida room, a perfect backdrop for relaxation or entertaining. The primary bedroom, nestled at the far end of the home for privacy, offers more bay views, direct access to the Florida room, and a generously sized ensuite bathroom with walk-in closet and conveniently placed laundry. The second bedroom, equally serene, also boasts bay views, direct access to the Florida room, and is served by an adjacent updated bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy for your guests. This condo offers peace of mind with 2019 hurricane-rated windows, a 2019 HVAC system, and a 2019 water heater. Underbuilding parking and a private storage room provide additional convenience and value. Plus, one of the two community pools is just outside your front door, adding to the fun and ease of your tropical lifestyle. Located in the sought-after Windward Bay community, this lushly landscaped oasis is 26 acres and .5 mile long of direct bay front property, offering an unparalleled low density, serene living experience. There are fruit trees, walking/biking paths, picnic tables, and fire pits for your pleasure. Residents can also enjoy a wide range of amenities, including two boat basins with slips available for rent ($40/month or $45/month with an owner-supplied lift), kayak launches and storage ($35/year), fishing with fish cleaning stations, three beach accesses directly across the street, plus a large clubhouse with gathering space, catering kitchen, fitness center, locker rooms, and saunas. Additional recreational facilities include 2 heated pools with sundecks and complimentary chaises, shuffleboard, tennis, and pickleball courts. Ensuring peace of mind for years to come, this community is meticulously maintained with freshly painted buildings, new roofs, and a recently passed Milestone Integrity Inspection that certifies the buildings for another 10 years. The rental policy is flexible, with a one-month minimum or longer rental period allowed up to 2/year, and owners can rent immediately upon ownership without a waiting period. Beyond the on-site amenities, the unbeatable location is just a short drive from the restaurants, shops, and cultural activities of Saint Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. For fine dining, the Zota Beach Resort is right across the street, and the nearby Centre Shops offer everything from Pilates and a diner to a seafood restaurant, ice cream shop, bank, and boutiques. Seller has paid Special Assessments. No outstanding Special Assessment due from Buyer.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15 x 12
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Florida Room Dimensions: 22 x 8
- Great Room Dimensions: 23 x 14
- Florida Room Level: First
- Great Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile
Appliances
- Built-In Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Inside
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 9
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY
- Water Features: Bay/Harbor, Beach, Canal - Saltwater, Gulf/Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina
- Bay/Harbor
Exterior and Lot Features
- Hurricane Shutters
- Outdoor Grill
- Storage
- Tennis Court(s)
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Lap, Outside Bath Access
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 21.13
- Lot Size Square Feet: 920574
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Maintenance, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1292
- Association Name: Meryem Billaouadil
- Association Phone: 9412823571
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Size: Large (61-100 Lbs.), Max Pet Weight: 75, Number Of Pets: 2
School Information
- Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
- High School: Bayshore High
- Middle School: Martha B. King Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Bay/Harbor Front, Boat Slip, Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina, Water Access, Waterfront
- Annual Tax Amount: 10718
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: From south Longboat head north to 4000 block of Gulf of Mexico Dr. When reaching Zota Beach resort is on left, make a right into Windward Bay. Once in the community make an immediate left, then proceed to E building which is the first building on the right. Stairs or elevator to second floor, #202.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34228 - Longboat Key
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Parcel Number: 8007913802
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2107
- Subdivision: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Township: 35
- Zoning: R4MX
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 1053 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1312
- Year Built: 1975
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1312
- Building Name: 4600
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: West
- Foundation Details: Block
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 50
- Roof: Membrane, Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Mid Rise
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public