JAW-DROPPING WATER VIEWS! Revel & Relax as you experience amazing water views from every room of this inviting two-bedroom and two-bathroom condominium. Prepare to be enthralled by the mesmerizing beauty of the sparkling waters of Sarasota Bay, teaming with playful dolphins, graceful manatees, and the colorful spectacle of Florida's native birds. Witness spectacular sunrises, behold the magnificent moon while casting its illuminating reflection upon Sarasota Bay, all from this incredible place to call home sweet home or home sweet second home. Lovingly maintained and move-in ready with brand new hurricane windows and a new roof in 2023. Additional highlights include a spacious walk-in master bedroom closet and an ample storage closet on the sun-filled Lanai/Florida room. A designated parking space and spacious owner's closet (For all your beach toys and bicycles) is yours in the first level parking garage. Pet Friendly Windward Bay is a low-density residence and magical wildlife haven nestled mid Longboat Key, flourishing on 26 acres and graced with 1/2 a mile of waterfront trails for your enjoyment. Unparalleled resort-like amenities include 2 tennis/pickleball courts, 2 marinas with 28 boat & jet ski slips for a low monthly fee (waitlist), kayak racks, 2 heated pools, shuffleboard, bike racks, a clubhouse with kitchen, library, fitness room, meeting room, 2 saunas, and community fire pits/barbecues throughout the property. Steps away from stunning sunsets and the sugary sand beaches of The Gulf. (With one deeded beach access and two public beach accesses directly across the street.) For those seeking outdoor adventure, this property offers direct access to the water, making it perfect for boating, fishing, or simply enjoying a day on the water. With convenient access to Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Bridge Street, Historic Cortez fishing village, championship golf courses, renowned restaurants, shopping destinations, and vibrant cultural attractions, you'll never have a shortage of entertainment options. The Windward Bay Association has been busy with a multitude of improvements and updates in the last few years including brand new roofs, resealing the buildings bayfront exteriors and painting of all the midrises in 2023/2024. Windward Bay is a financially healthy Condo Association with a proactive Board. The Milestone Inspection and Capital Reserve Study are complete and Monthly Condo Fees for 2025 were actually reduced. This property is not just a home, but a lifestyle filled with serenity and natural beauty. Florida Gulf to Bay Living at its finest. Schedule your private tour today and make your dreams a reality!
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: 4
- Great Room Dimensions: 14 x 23
- Great Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Thermostat
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
Appliances
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Electric Water Heater
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 9
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY, ICW
- Water Features: Bay/Harbor, Gulf/Ocean to Bay, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina
- Bay/Harbor
- Intracoastal Waterway
- Waterfront Feet: 200
- Boat Features: Dock - Composite, Dock - Slip 1st Come, Dock w/Electric, Dock w/Water Supply, Fish Cleaning Station, Lift
Exterior and Lot Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Other Structures: Storage
- Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Pool and Spa
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Covered, Deeded, Ground Level
Land Info
- Lot Description: Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Private
- Vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Pickleball Court(s), Sauna
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Pool, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1819
- Association Name: Meryem Billaouadil
- Association Phone: 9413833571
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: Two pets, however there shall be no more than one (1) dog with a maximum weight of 75 pounds at maturity. Association approval of owner pet/s is required. Tenants may have pets with approval. See governing documents or contact property management., 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, Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Bay/Harbor Front, Boat Slip, Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina, Water Access, Waterfront
- Annual Tax Amount: 7926.04
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: From St. Armands Circle head north on FL-789/Gulf of Mexico Drive. Turn right/east into Windward Bay Community. Make an immediate left, continue North to destination which is the 3rd midrise building on the right, C building, 4800 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Park in guest parking on the left. Take elevator or stairs to Floor 2, #204.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34228 - Longboat Key
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Parcel Number: 8007912101
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2112
- Public Survey Range: 16E
- Public Survey Section: 36
- Subdivision: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Township: 35S
- Zoning: R4MX
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 1292 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1325
- Year Built: 1975
- Building Area Source: Builder
- Building Area Total: 1325
- Building Name: C
- Construction Materials: Metal Frame, Stucco
- Direction Faces: West
- Foundation Details: Slab, Stilt/On Piling
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Builder
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 50
- Roof: Built-Up, Membrane
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Mid Rise
- Elevator: Yes
- Architectural Style: Florida
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Fire Hydrant
- Phone Available
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
