626 Bird Bay Dr S #202, Venice, Florida
List Price: $184,500
MLS Number: A4574438

Looking for a rare opportunity? The versatility of a turnkey full-time residence, snowbird retreat, or investment property with year-round leasing? You can have all of these in a desirable, centrally located, and amenity-rich community just off Venice Island.Welcome to Bird Bay!Start enjoying the full Florida lifestyle this 1 bedroom 1 bath condominium affords the day you close! All furniture, appliances, and housewares including the in-unit washer & dryer convey to the new owner! Ideally situated on Tamiami Trail just minutes from downtown shops & restaurants, Venice Beach, North & South Jetty, and Nokomis Beach, Bird Bay has everything you want to enjoy the best of Florida.Resort-style living, 9-holes of Golf, Tennis, Pickle Ball, Lap Pool, Fitness Center, Walking and Bike Trails, Library, and Clubhouse all accessible without leaving the beautifully landscaped grounds!Everything you need is close by, Publix, Winn Dixie, Big Lots, TJ Max/Homegoods, banking, great upscale and casual dining options, and specialty stores.This Top Floor Unit has only 1 common wall, a screened balcony with tranquil water views, a deeded covered carport directly in front of the unit, and a bonus locking storage closet plus an attic storage area accessible by built-in ladder.Current owners added several cosmetic updates (all new flooring, paint, updated kitchen, and bathroom, lighting, water purification system, all within the last 3 years)At only two stories in height, this unit is not subject to Florida's new condo laws regarding Milestone Reports, or Structural Integrity Reserve Studies which can lead to increased fees or large assessments for deferred maintenance. This community also fared very well, with minimal damage from Hurricane Ian.Common area maintenance, Basic cable, water, sewer, & trash plus unsecured WiFi are all included in the HOA. For those with investment interest, the unit is rentable year-round with the 3-month minimum required. Meaning 1 tenant each 3 months or a year-round lease is possible should the owner wish. Recent winter season rentals command $4000 per month which easily covers the yearly costs of the HOA, taxes, and insurance of the property.1/1 units in this section of the community are rarely available, top floor end units with water views even rarer. Don't miss your opportunity to own and live the lifestyle you've dreamed about. It's all here for you now at an affordable price. Call today for a private showing!