4976 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, Apt Villa 18, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228

MOTIVATED SELLER - $225,000 PRICE REDUCTION - MAKE AN OFFER! This spacious waterfront villa lives like a single family home but is MAINTENANCE FREE! It offers gorgeous Sarasota Bay and canal views with 1900 SF, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den (could be a 3rd sleeping space/in-law quarters with its built-in Murphy Bed or make it a home office with its exterior entrance) and separate laundry room (large enough to add a 3rd bathroom), plus Florida room with private patio, perfect for barbecuing the catch of the day, al fresco dining under the stars or watching manatees and dolphins. It's the best of all worlds...the size and conveniences of a house yet the ease of condo living. As you enter this waterfront haven, a soothing coastal décor embraces you, harmonizing with the captivating blue water views. Luxury Vinyl Plank floors, recently updated bathrooms with new vanities, new tile and stone countertops, and a generously sized kitchen finished with cottage-style cabinets and a porcelain Farm Sink immerse you into a comfortable coastal lifestyle. Hurricane impact windows and a newer roof ensure peace of mind. Convenience is key with a spacious laundry room housing newer full-sized machines and an attached covered carport facilitating easy access for groceries and luggage. Venturing beyond your personal oasis, you can indulge in abundant community amenities including 2 heated pools with complimentary chaises, saunas, tennis and pickle ball courts, a fitness center, shuffleboard courts, boat slips ($45/month or $50/month with an owner supplied lift), kayak and paddle board storage/launches ($35/year), fishing, 3 beach accesses, and scenic biking/walking paths through 26 acres of professionally landscaped bay front grounds. An additional perk includes the Zota Beach Resort just across the street for fine dining and sunset happy hours. For peace of mind, the community is proactive in maintenance, passing its structural integrity inspection and receiving certification for another ten years. This sought-after community allows two rentals per year with a one-month minimum, enabling income generation while retaining the serene residential living experience. Uniquely pet-friendly, this community welcomes two large pets up to 75 pounds each and provides pet comfort stations throughout the property. Seize the opportunity to make this tranquil island haven your own! It's an extraordinary chance for an easy beach lifestyle in a paradise-like setting. What could be better? It could be yours!