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Listed by Debby McCaig · Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Agent MLS ID# MFR281533825 · Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. · Data last updated: Feb 12, 2025 · 5:21 PM

4500 GULF OF MEXICO DR #205

$485,000

2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
1,325Sq Ft
1975Year Built
1Garage
39Days on Market
26.67 acLot Size

THIS IS YOUR LUCKY DAY! DRAMATIC PRICE IMPROVEMENT! SELLERS ARE MOTIVATED! A blank palette to create the home that you have always dreamed of awaits. Why spend $30,000 for deconstructing and removal down to the studs of an original Windward Bay Condominium, when the work has already been completed and ready for you? Location, Location, Location! Finished remodeled condos on the same floor have sold in the $800,000 range and the highest Windward Bay interior, 2nd floor condo with reconfigured floor plan, sold at $900,000. Prepare to be enthralled by the mesmerizing beauty of the sparkling waters of Sarasota Bay and the sense of “Old Florida Tranquility”. Bask in the serenity of moonlit nights or wake up to breathtaking sunrises from each of your bayfront rooms. Imagine viewing the graceful Manatees from the comfort of your own home! Florida’s gentle giants return each year to live right below your condo's living and florida room windows, which is the #1 reason that the current owners, for over two decades, purchased this second home! Memories the sellers will forever cherish are the cacophony of bird viewings they experienced daily, which includes: a great blue heron and rare yellow crested night heron that live in the mangrove tree to the left of their window, an osprey who will fly very close to the Florida Room to show off his catch, the nearby eagle and owl neighbors that they looked forward to seeing during the week, the dancing dolphins, the continuous jumping of the mullet fish, and their greatest memory of all was indeed the manatees right below. They witnessed the birth of many baby manatees over the years and had the honor of observing a mother manatee leading her baby to its first breath of air. “It is an amazing place to observe the Awesomeness of Nature.” The circumstances for Professional water remediation and deconstruction down to the studs, was not related to hurricane damage. Clean and certified Lab air analysis reports are available upon request. The community of Windward Bay is set like a jewel on the barrier island of Longboat Key. Flourishing on 26 acres that are well-manicured, beautifully landscaped, and graced with half a mile of water-front nature trails. Windward Bay possesses one deeded and two public beach access points to the uncrowded sandy beaches of Longboat Key. A designated parking space and spacious owner’s closet is yours (For all your beach toys and bicycles) located on the first level parking garage. Windward Bay on Longboat Key, is a low-density residence and a nature lover’s delight with unparalleled amenities that include: Two tennis/pickleball courts, 2 marinas with 28 boat & jet ski slips for a low monthly fee, a barbecue grill for each midrise, fishing pier, 2 fish cleaning stations, kayak racks, 2 heated pools, shuffleboard, bike racks, clubhouse, library, fitness room, meeting room, 2 saunas, and community fire pits throughout the property. Conveniently accessible to Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, Historic Cortez Fishing Village, Championship Golf Courses, renowned restaurants, shopping destinations, and vibrant cultural attractions, you'll never have a shortage of entertainment options. Welcome home to Pet Friendly Windward Bay, where TWO pets are allowed. This “Once in a Lifetime” Condo is the paradigm of contemporary Longboat Key “Gulf to Bay Living”. Book your showing today, live the life and create the perfect home you have always dreamed of!

What's special

Waterfront1-Car GarageFitness CenterRecreation FacilitiesTennis Court(s)Elevator(s)StorageLaundryShuffleboard CourtClubhouse

Facts & Features

MLS ID#
MFRA4630592
PRICE
$485,000
STATUS
Active
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
2
FULL BATHS
2
HALF BATHS
0
SQUARE FOOTAGE
1,325 sqft
ACRES
26.67
YEAR BUILT
1975
TYPE
Condominium
SUB-TYPE
N/A
STYLE
Florida

Community Information

ADDRESS
4500 GULF OF MEXICO DR #205
SUBDIVISION
Windward Bay Amd
CITY
Longboat Key
COUNTY
Manatee
STATE
FL
ZIP CODE
34228
SENIOR COMMUNITY
No

Amenities

AMENITIES
Fitness Center, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Elevator(s), Storage, Laundry, Shuffleboard Court, Clubhouse, Pool, Pickleball Court(s), Trail(s), Sauna
PARKING
N/A
VIEW
No
WATERFRONT
Yes
POOL
No

Interior

INTERIOR FEATURES
Ceiling Fans(s)
HEATING
Electric
COOLING
Central Air
FLOORING
Other
FIREPLACE
N/A
STORIES
4
APPLIANCES
Dishwasher, Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator

Exterior

EXTERIOR FEATURES
Lighting, Storage, Irrigation System, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Tennis Court(s), Sauna
CONSTRUCTION
Metal Frame, Concrete, Tilt up Walls
FOUNDATION
Slab, Stilt/On Piling
ROOF
Built-Up
FENCING
N/A
LOT DESCRIPTION
N/A

School Information

ELEMENTARY
Anna Maria Elementary
MIDDLE
Martha B King Middle
HIGH
Bayshore High

Additional Information

DATE LISTED
January 4, 2025
DAYS ON MARKET
39
ZONING
R4MX
DIRECTION FACES
West
NEW CONSTRUCTION
No
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
None

39 days on market

Listing updated: Feb 12, 2025 · 5:21 PM

Listed by: Debby McCaig · 941-544-1713 — COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Source: Stellar MLS (My Florida Regional MLS) · MLS ID# MFRA4630592

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