Light, bright, and spacious one bedroom, second-floor condo, renovated with open floor plan. Located in "X" (no flood insurance required) zone gives you lower HOA and insurance costs. This is a sought-after corner unit in the gated, over-55 Patriot Square community with its private outside rear stairway to the courtyard and parking. The private balcony off the living room overlooks a green courtyard oasis, not a wall, road, or the building next door. A recently updated kitchen and bath and a spacious bedroom with walk-in closet help make this a very desirable year-around home or seasonal retreat. The energy-efficient central AC was installed in 2015. Roofs were just replaced by the Association three years ago. Modest monthly HOA fees include cable and internet access. Patriot Square is established, well-managed, and attractively landscaped with 2 pools, saunas, tennis/pickleball and shuffleboard courts. The setting and recreational facilities in this friendly community can't be beat for the money within the City of St. Pete. Centrally located for your convenience. Just a 10-minute drive north to St Pete's thriving downtown, 10 minutes west to the artsy village of Gulfport, and only 15 minutes southwest to the beautiful beaches at Fort De Soto and St. Pete Beach! In the immediate area there's a Publix, Aldi, Starbucks, banks, and CVS pharmacy. A Sprouts natural food market just opened open nearby as well as several new restaurant and take-outs in this rapidly developing Skyway Marina district. A covered bus stop is located just outside Patriot Square's main gate. The city's wide, paved Skyway Trail in front of the community along 37th St. S. is perfect for a short walk or bike ride to the waterfront Tiki Bar and Grill and Starbucks just a few blocks south. 2 pets (25 lbs. and under) are permitted. If you are considering a purchase now for future personal use, know that there is a high demand for pet friendly, reasonable priced rental condos in the city of St. Petersburg. A new buyer may rent this condo immediately to qualified tenants without any waiting period, Of course, all residents must be aged 55+ and approved by the condo board.