An unparalleled Anna Maria Island lifestyle -- and a compelling investment opportunity -- await in this beautifully updated top-floor, end-unit condo at Bayview of Bradenton Beach. Enjoy tranquil Sarasota Bay views with your morning coffee and glowing sunsets to close the day -- the kind of scenery that consistently drives strong rental demand. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence has been thoughtfully refreshed and is offered turnkey allowing for immediate personal use or continued vacation rental operation. Recent improvements include new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, along with community upgrades such as a newly fenced pool area, enhanced dock lighting, a freshly repaved driveway, and a brand-new roof completed in 2025. The open-concept kitchen is designed for entertainment, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula with bar seating that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas. The spacious great room provides flexible living space with the potential to incorporate a Murphy bed, allowing for increased sleeping accommodations and enhanced rental versatility. The primary suite offers water views from its private lanai, dual vanities with stone tops, a walk-in shower and ample built-in closet space. The guest bedroom provides excellent versatility with a Murphy bed -- ideal for maximizing sleeping capacity, creating a home office or accommodating longer-term guests. A newer full-size stackable washer and dryer add everyday convenience for owners and renters alike. Owners and guests enjoy two assigned parking spaces, private and shared storage, a large community pool, and direct intercoastal access via the community dock, supporting boating, paddleboarding and water-sport lifestyles that enhance rental desirability. Additional building improvements include a secure, modernized elevator, further supporting long-term value. Beach access is effortless with a quick walk across the street to the sugar-soft sands of the Gulf of Mexico, while the restaurants, shops, nightlife and city pier along Bridge Street are just steps away -- a location that consistently attracts repeat vacationers.
Whether you're seeking a refined island retreat, a turnkey vacation rental, or a strategic 1031 exchange replacement property, this residence delivers the rare combination of bay views, Gulf proximity, boating access, walkability and proven island appeal.
