Under contract-accepting backup offers. Patriot Square is a long standing 55+ gated community nestled in the heart of the Skyway Marina District. Safe and secure, this lovely upstairs home is a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit with a front door and a back door. This comfortable excellent floor plan feels more like a home than an apartment. Step in to the tiled foyer entrance, then into the Living Room with sliders to the screened Lanai with storage closet. Enjoy those gorgeous Florida days in this 7×17 space with your friends, have a meal, or your morning coffee. The bright Kitchen has all the appliances, including the washer/dryer. The back door leading to the outside stairs, in the formal Dining Room, is great for a quick exit and you might check into an electric seated lift to fit onto those stairs. The Master Bedroom features a walk-in closet, a safe for your valuables, and private upgraded bathroom with tub. The two additional bedrooms are perfect for your special guests and/or an office or den! This lovely home also includes newer carpet, pretty ceiling fans, tons of storage, split bedroom plan, a new HVAC system in 2016 with cleaned ductwork for those with allergies. Enjoy an active social clubhouse, 2 pools (one is heated) and tennis/pickle-ball courts. The location is fantastic with the easy quick access to I-275, the Pinellas Bayway and Ft DeSoto, and St Pete Beach, restaurants, Wal-mart, and getting to downtown St Pete is a breeze. You will enjoy living life in this great home at Patriot Square full time, or as a snow bird.