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Unit #303 at 1075 Gulf Of Mexico Drive is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in Longboat Key, FL with 1,503 sq ft of living space and 2 garage spaces, built in 1981. Highlights include a waterfront setting.
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to Beachplace and this beautifully updated, turnkey two-bedroom, two-bath residence in one of Longboat Key’s most sought-after Gulf-front communities. Offered fully furnished, this coastal retreat features impact-glass windows and sliding glass doors, wood flooring throughout the living areas, and a fresh, contemporary aesthetic that makes it truly move-in ready. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, a seasonal getaway, or an investment property, this residence offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and resort-style living. The spacious living and dining areas open to a private tiled balcony overlooking a tranquil pond and fountain, creating a peaceful setting for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The kitchen has been opened to the main living area and features a breakfast bar, pantry, laundry closet, and ample solid-wood cabinetry for storage. The split-bedroom floor plan provides excellent privacy, with both bedrooms offering ensuite baths. The primary suite is thoughtfully separated from the guest suite, while the guest bedroom includes a custom built-in desk and workspace, along with a clever configuration providing space for a full-size bed, hanging storage, and drawers. Additional features include two assigned parking spaces—one covered and one open—an elevated ceiling that extends from the dining area toward the entry, and an HVAC system installed in late 2019 with a transferrable lifetime warranty. The residence is being sold furnished, making it an effortless opportunity to begin enjoying the Longboat Key lifestyle immediately. Beachplace offers an exceptional array of amenities across its beautifully maintained 31-acre Gulf-front community. Residents enjoy approximately 1,450 feet of pristine private beachfront, accessible by private boardwalks, with beach chairs and umbrellas provided and set up daily. Resort-style amenities include an Olympic-size heated pool and hot tub, gas BBQ grills, clubhouse with two fitness rooms, lighted tennis and pickleball courts, sidewalks, lush landscaping, and a 24-hour manned guard gate. The community is self-managed and consists of 336 condominium residences across eleven six-story buildings. For added flexibility, Beachplace permits monthly rentals up to 12 times per year, making this property an attractive option for those seeking both personal enjoyment and rental potential. Condominium fees include cable, internet, water, sewer, trash, and exterior maintenance, providing exceptional value and simplified ownership. Just minutes from the Longboat Key Club’s golf and tennis facilities, the boutique shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, and the cultural attractions, theaters, galleries, and waterfront parks of downtown Sarasota, this residence places the best of the Gulf Coast within easy reach. Experience the relaxed elegance of Longboat Key and the effortless resort lifestyle that makes Beachplace such a special place to call home. Washer and dryer replaced in 2021, the range and microwave in 2022, the dishwasher in 2023, and the tankless water heater in 2025. The roof was replace in 2025.
