988 BLVD OF THE ARTS #1214

YOUR RENT COVERS ALL UTILITIES EXCEPT ELECTRIC. Where downtown Sarasota meets the bay..this 12th floor unit has stunning views over Longboat Key to the Gulf of Mexico. Located on a gated 9 acre peninsula, it is direct waterfront. No one will ever build in front of it and block your views of the bay & sunsets. The kitchen was opened to the living area which then opens to your lanai to increase your entertainment space. The kitchen boasts cherry cabinets, granite counters and a sleek Bosch refrigerator (2020). Wraparound windows give you a non stop sun washed view. The huge primary ensuite is currently being used as an office/guest space and the room usually used as a guest room is being utilized as the primary suite. The two baths were combined to create a spa like retreat yet are separated by a pocket door. It has all the features of 2 separate baths. One bath has a tub, sink & closet. The other a large walkin shower with sink. They are connected by a dressing area, makeup vanity and another closet. You have not one but two tiled lanais to enjoy; one off the dining area; the other a more private retreat lanai off the primary bedroom. Both sliding doors were updated with hurricane rated doors in 2021. At Condo on the Bay you can have it all....enjoy the conveniences of downtown living and the perks of living waterfront. Walk out your front door to jump on your boat or kayak, fish off the dock or lounge at one of our resort style pools. Take a walk or bike to downtown to enjoy our many restaurants, theatres, art galleries, music, festivals, farmers market...Next door is the "Bay Park Sarasota" a 53 acre world class park with walking paths,playground and performing arts center.. Behind the building across the canal is the Ritz Carlton/Hyatt yacht basin which is undergoing a transformation into a shopping/entertaining area. 24 hour security is provided and a concierge is on duty everyday from 8-6. Looking to make friends? there are a variety of organized social activities in this friendly community, from yoga, water aerobics, walking groups, card clubs, get togethers on the sky decks for no reason, etc. Condo on the Bay is located 4 miles from the airport, 2 miles from Lido Beach and Armands Circle & 6 miles from Siesta beach. Available Jan 1,2026, please note that all rooms are now painted an off white. This unit is no longer furnished.