Welcome to paradise in this top floor well maintained corner unit condo that is located in the well sought after Essex building at Bay Island. Soak in the panoramic views of Boca Ciega Bay while enjoying the dolphins swim & the birds soar from throughout the unit. You can't go wrong here, this wonderful condo with Hurricane impact windows has a new kitchen with a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, plenty of cabinets, granite countertops and a closet pantry. The corner master bedroom has bay views from all windows & the en suite bathroom with newly remodeled shower includes a new washer/dryer. and a walk in closet. The comfortable dining and living room are so relaxing with the awesome bay views and serenity is found on the balcony completely surrounded by water. Split bedrooms provide privacy and the 2nd bedroom is at the other corner of the condo with bay views too. The guest bathroom was exquisitely recently remodeled. Enjoy the sea breeze flowing through the screens of the double pane hurricane storm windows throughout the unit. Balcony has new heavy sliders – great for the panoramic views. This sale includes a carport steps away from the elevator. This well managed block building has an elevator, individual storage lockers for all units and a waterfront pool with outside bathrooms. There is also a workshop in the building for the owners to use, which is a unique amenity. HOA fee includes private internet for the unit, Spectrum TV, a scenic 1.5 mile waterfront walkway around the community. 6 sparkling pools. Clubhouse w/Social director, marina, fitness center w/separate womens and mens saunas, tennis courts, car wash and more! 55+ gated community. This location is minutes to our pristine beaches, artsy Gulfport, trendy downtown St Petersburg and South Pasadena has unique restaurants, shopping and dinner cruises. Make this your place in paradise.