Wow! Beautifully updated and truly move-in ready, this charming 1-bedroom condo is an ideal second beach home, seasonal retreat, or full-time residence, located just minutes from the Gulf, close enough to feel the salt air without paying oceanfront prices. Nestled inside a gated 55+ community with a staffed daytime guard gate, you’ll enter through a lush, tree-lined courtyard that immediately sets a peaceful, coastal tone. The setting is private, quiet, and surrounded by greenery, exactly the relaxed Florida lifestyle buyers are searching for. Inside, the condo is light, fresh, and inviting, featuring vinyl plank flooring, newer windows, an extra-large walk-in closet, and a brand-new HVAC system installed in March 2024 for comfort and peace of mind. A gas stove, a rare and highly desirable feature in condos, adds extra appeal for those who love to cook. The living room overlooks the tranquil courtyard, bringing in natural light and enhancing the serene, beachy feel. Storage is abundant with generous closet space, a linen closet, and an additional large storage closet, perfect for beach gear, bikes, or seasonal living. Located in the highly sought-after Long Bayou community, residents enjoy a true resort-style lifestyle with a heated waterfront pool and spa, clubhouse, fitness center with locker rooms, auditorium, recreation and billiards rooms, multiple card rooms, library, arts & crafts studio, workshop, tennis courts, shuffleboard, pickleball, bocce ball, outdoor grills, scenic lakeside walking paths, a car wash station, and a full calendar of social activities. Ideally situated near St. Petersburg College, the public library, shopping, dining, and just a short drive to the Gulf’s world-famous beaches, this is Florida living at its best. Whether you’re looking for a lock-and-leave beach escape, a winter retreat, or a low-maintenance full-time home, this condo checks every box.
