888 Blvd Of The Arts #1408, Sarasota, Florida
List Price: $1,425,000
MLS Number: A4634382

Where downtown meets the Bay, You can have it all at this direct waterfront community where no one will ever build in front of you and block your endless sunset views. Enjoy the waterfront lifestyle and the conveniences of living downtown. YES, we have 4 pickleball courts and 1 tennis court. This 2/2, 1642sf has spectacular sweeping views over Longboat Key to the Gulf. The 14th floor features a sky lobby for gatherings and sunset. It is situated on a 9-acre gated peninsula with 24 hr security and is located next door to the world class Bay Park with its many amenities. Throughout the condo are matching maple Lube cabinets, granite countertops and designer glass sinks in the baths. The combination living room/dining room are surrounded by windows giving you nonstop water, dolphin and manatee views. The kitchen has a breakfast bar, Murano glass ceiling fixture, Kenmore Elite french door refrigerator with double freezer drawers, and a Kenmore Elite stove. The living/dining area opens up to your balcony with floor to ceiling sliders. Recent improvements include all new 24 x 24 porcelain tile in the living area, foyer & kitchen. New dishwasher in Oct 2024 and new AC and guest room carpet in Dec 2024. The primary bedroom features woven wool carpet and a large ensuite with a walk in shower with 5 shower heads, double glass pedestal sinks, maple Lube cabinets with granite countertops, custom walkin closet with a dresser. The large guest room has a custom walkin closet with a dresser and has room to use it as an office as well. The guest bath also has double pedestal sinks and a tub/shower. All the windows are tinted to reduce glare and have Duette shades. There is a reverse osmosis filter under the kitchen sink. Condo on the Bay is in the middle of a planned exterior update including the roof, fitness centers and stucco painting and repair. The milestone report was good and is available for review. The property will have an almost total renovation by the time all the projects are done. If you are looking for a place to dock your boat or kayak you can't ask for more convenience than walking out your door. Within walking distance are many restaurants, concerts, parks, shopping, entertainment. Lido Beach is just 2 miles away, Siesta, 5 miles and the airport 4 miles. Looking to make friends? This is a very friendly place to live. There are organized social activities, happy hours, dining out, mahjong, water aerobics, walking groups, etc and get togethers for no reason. Your Hoa fee includes all utilities except electric. All pets must have either an emotional support letter or service animal documentation. Offers must include proof of funds or pre-approval. Furniture is available for purchase. No water entered the building during the hurricanes.