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$2,250,000

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988 Blvd of the Arts #1517, Sarasota, FL 34236

3 beds Β· 2.5 baths Β· 2,315 sq ft

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Β· MLS# A4712932

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About this home

It's all about the panoramic water view. This 15th floor condo has stunning Bay and Gulf views from Lido Key.. north to Longboat Key/Anna Maria Island in the distance. You're buying the view and making the condo your own. This unit needs a renovation and there is a great contractor that works in the building all the time ready to start helping you. The current owner has done a re-piping of the unit, installed LVT flooring, a tankless water heater, new w/d and silhouette shades are to be installed Nov 16. This same model, with a total renovation, has recently sold for 2.8 giving you plenty of room for reno costs and creating instant equity. The split bedroom floor plan provides plenty of privacy. There is a large primary ensuite with a walk-in closet and non-stop water views you don't even need to get out of bed to see. The completely separated guest wing has 2 bedrooms with walk-in closets, 1-1/2 baths and a laundry room. There's plenty of storage. The main living area is perfect for entertaining and boasts wrap around windows with 2 sliders out to your balconies. The north balcony has a partial park view in addition to a Bay view. The large kitchen can be opened up to further enjoy the never ending views and sunsets. One of the 4 building elevators is just outside your entrance. Your Hoa fee covers all utilities except electricity. Condo on the Bay is an exclusive direct bayfront playground where everyday feels like a vacation. Boat slips are available for lease. Residents enjoy the many amenities including resort style heated pools, boat and kayak docks, fishing piers, tennis & pickleball courts, electric car charging station.. It is situated on a 9 acre gated peninsula with 24 hour security and is located next door to the world class Bay Park and Van Wezel theatre. A concierge on duty everyday will unload your groceries and take them to your condo. If you are looking for a place to dock your boat or kayak or go fishing you could not ask for more convenience than walking out your front door. Dock slips are first come/first serve and for the first time in years there is no waitlist. Lido Beach and Armand's Circle are only 2 miles away, the airport 4 miles and the world famous Siesta Key Beach 5 miles. Looking to make friends? Condo on the Bay is a very friendly community. There are organized social events, happy hours, dining out, majong, water aerobics, walking groups and get togethers for no reason. Your offer must include proof of funds or preapproval. Condo being sold "as is".

Facts

Property type
Condominium
Year built
1982
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 half
Living area
2,315 sqft
Waterfront
Yes Β· 1,000 ft
Water access
Bay/Harbor
Water view
Yes
Private pool
No
Exposure
West
Furnished
Unfurnished
Flood zone
AE
CDD
No
55+ community
No
Annual taxes
$6,603/yr
Monthly fees
$2,197/mo
Listed
Nov 10, 2026
MLS #
A4712932

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Starting figures for 988 BLVD OF THE ARTS #1517. Everything below is editable.

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Estimated total monthly payment

$15,999

$11,377 of that is principal & interest. 29% is taxes, insurance and fees β€” which is why those inputs matter more here than the rate does.

Principal & interest
$11,377
Property taxes
$550
Homeowners insurance
$1,875
Flood insurance
$0
HOA / condo fees
$2,197
Mortgage insurance (PMI)
$0
Total per month
$15,999

Over the life of the loan

Loan amount
$1,800,000
Down payment
$450,000
Total interest
$2,295,801
Principal + interest paid
$4,095,801
Paid off in
2056

Interest is the exact schedule total for a fixed-rate loan held to term and assumes no extra payments. Taxes, insurance and fees are not included in these lifetime figures because they change every year.

Calculated on this page from the figures above β€” the calculator sends none of them anywhere, and no lender is quoting you. Only the separate flood & insurance request sends anything: what you type into it, to a Lasbury Tracy agent. Figures are estimates for planning only, not a pre-approval, commitment to lend, or a statement of the taxes and insurance you will actually be charged. Lasbury Tracy Realty Inc. is a real estate brokerage, not a lender or an insurance agent.

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988 Blvd of the Arts #1517, Sarasota, FL 34236

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Β· MLS# A4712932 Β· Active

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