Experience the charm of a fully furnished WATERFRONT condo with a BALCONY and covered carport in the highly sought-after SARATOGA building within the BAY ISLAND GATED COMMUNITY, conveniently located near the clubhouse. Revel in the recent upgrades, including HURRICANE-resistant sliders, an inviting and MODERNIZED KITCHEN with granite countertops and a breakfast bar, AC from 2017, Water Heater from 2017, tile floors, and PLANTATION SHUTTERS providing added privacy. This direct bayfront condo is nestled in the gated 55+ community of Bay Island, just a brief 5-minute drive from the world-renowned St Pete Beach, Florida. Enjoy the serene east-facing balcony with a refreshing waterfront view that perfectly complements your budget. This stylish one-bedroom, one-bath condo has undergone a comprehensive makeover, featuring updated tile floors, windows, lighting, fans, stainless steel appliances, and granite tops, ensuring comfort year-round or during the winter, often referred to as the eternal spring. Abundant wall space allows for your big-screen TV, while the spacious primary bedroom offers two closets (including one walk-in) and stunning water views. Additional amenities include a storage closet on the same floor and laundry facilities on the 4th floor, conveniently close to the elevator for those rainy days. The Bay Island gated community offers a walkable tropical paradise with Yacht Club-like amenities, boasting 6 POOLS, his and hers fitness gyms, a picturesque clubhouse, BBQ grills, a marina, a waterfront car wash area, a 1.5-mile waterfront walking trail, manicured grounds, tennis courts, PICKLE BALL COURTS, a card room, craft room, billiards, ballroom, and more. Only a 15-minute drive to the vibrant downtown St Pete, seize the opportunity to own a piece of paradise. This one is definitely worth a closer look!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 12 x 14
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Living Room Dimensions: 14 x 14
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Stone Counters
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Furnished Description: Furnished
- Flooring: Tile
- Window Features: Insulated Windows, Shutters
Appliances
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 6 x 8
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 7 x 8
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: BOCAL CIEGA BAY
- Water Features: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina
- Bay/Harbor
- Canal - Saltwater
- Waterfront Feet: 350
Exterior and Lot Features
- Irrigation System
- Sidewalk
- Storage
- Tennis Court(s)
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Dimensions: 8 x 5
- Porch Level: First
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
- Pool Private: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Guest
Land Info
- Lot Description: FloodZone, City Limits, Near Marina, Sidewalk, Paved
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Laundry, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Security, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Pool, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 462
- Association Name: Beth Tinsley Assistant Association Manager
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Size: Very Small (Under 15 Lbs.), Max Pet Weight: 15, Number Of Pets: 2
- Senior Community: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Azalea Elementary-PN
- High School: Boca Ciega High-PN
- Middle School: Azalea Middle-PN
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 3
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 3 Months
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Courts
Other Property Info
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- Community Association WaterFeatures
- Annual Tax Amount: 3645.559999999
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Pinellas
- Directions: Pasadena Ave to Bay Island gate. Go straight after gate, pass clubhouse, last building on the right named Saratoga
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 33707 - St Pete/South Pasadena/Gulfport/St Pete Bc
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: BAY ISLAND GROUP 8
- Parcel Number: 30-31-16-03619-000-3040
- Postal Code Plus 4: 4431
- Subdivision: BAY ISLAND GROUP 8
- Township: 31
- Zoning: RM-15.5
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 462 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 600
- Year Built: 1973
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 600
- Building Name: SARATOGA
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: West
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 51
- Roof: Built-Up
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Mid Rise
- Elevator: Yes
- Architectural Style: Florida
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Public
- Water Source: Public
