Views are priceless and incredibly breathtaking! Penthouse along the bay with million-dollar water views of Sarasota Bay and convenient deeded beach access, rare pet-friendly, two-pet community, two marinas with boat slips, and across from one of two pools, the pickleball/tennis courts and clubhouse. Potential rental investment/second home opportunity: This penthouse may be leased two times a year with a one-month minimum. Prime location mid-island and ideally situated providing spectacular sunrises from the living room and both bedrooms, as well as breathtaking sunsets from the kitchen and front entry. This two-bedroom and two-bath penthouse with plenty of storage, also features an amenity-rich community: two marinas with a boat slip/Jetski slips (28 slips/waitlist), convenient deeded beach access and two public beach access points, two pickleball/tennis courts, two heated pools, kayaking/kayak racks, two saunas, fitness room, meeting room, two community fire pits, community grills, shuffleboard, bike racks, clubhouse with kitchen, library, a half mile of waterfront trails and elevators. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances as well as a reverse osmosis system for drinking water at the kitchen sink. This penthouse unit is unique from the other units in that the prior owner opened the kitchen to have water views of the Sarasota Bay and an open view to the dining and living rooms. There are water views from every room in this penthouse. The washer and dryer are Bosch and conveniently in the owner’s closet. The second bedroom features a Murphy bed and lots of built-in closets for clothing and storage. Windward Bay is convenient to St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, championship golf courses, pickleball and tennis courts, boating, fishing, the beach, award-winning restaurants, shopping, Publix, coffee shops and music venues. Google Windward Bay location to see the surrounding area. This Windward Bay community has undergone improvements in the last couple of years and features, among other items, new roofs on all of the mid-rises and in December 2023 for this Building B, HVAC enhancement, new catwalks, new railings and new exterior paint. See complete list under documents. Phase I Milestone Inspection completed and passed so no need for Phase II Milestone Inspection and certified for another 10 years. Reserve study also completed. Be sure to tour in person to experience this amazing opportunity to own on Longboat Key and be close enough to the new St. Regis Resort to enjoy their beach tiki bar and restaurants. Easy to show with convenient showing times.
Sold
$700,000
4900 Gulf Of Mexico Dr #PENTHOUSE 5, Longboat Key, FL 34228
2beds
1,312sqft
Condominium
Built in 1975
-- sqft lot
$671,200 Zestimate®
$534/sqft
$1,595/mo HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 17, 2024 at 09:03am
Listing Provided by:
Sharon Austin 678-756-4020,
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Sharon Austin, 3507768
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4607618
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee


Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Granite Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bathroom 1
- Features: Shower No Tub, Single Vanity, Stone Counters
- Level: First
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23x8
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23x14
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower
- Windows: Drapes, Storm Window(s), Rods, Solar Screens, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,312
- Total interior livable area: 1,312 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Common, Covered, Ground Level, Guest, Under Building
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sauna, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Tennis Court, Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Gulf/Ocean - Partial, Intracoastal Waterway
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Gulf/Ocean - Partial,Intracoastal Waterway
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Waterfront, Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina, Bay/Harbor Access, Beach Access, Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean Access, Gulf/Ocean to Bay Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access, Marina Access, Fishing Pier, Lift, Seawall
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY, ICW
Lot
- Features: FloodZone, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Tennis Court(s)
- Parcel number: 8007911855
- Zoning: R4MX
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Florida
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Metal Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab, Raised
- Roof: Other,Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Green energy
- Water conservation: Irrig. System-Rainwater from Ponds, Fl. Friendly/Native Landscape
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Bay/Harbor Front, Boat Slip, Dock, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Pool, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Longboat Key
- Subdivision: WINDWARD BAY AMD
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,595 monthly
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Meryem Billaouadil
- Association phone: 941-383-3571
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Other
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
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Estimated market value
$671,200