PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to affordable WATERFRONT living! Nestled on the mainland side of Little Sarasota Bay on the Intracoastal Waterway, and just a short walk/run or bike ride across the bridge to the white quartz sand beaches of Siesta Key, this charming ground floor residence at Castel Del Mare offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise at a price you simply can’t find on Siesta Key. 1-YEAR HOME WARRANTY and SELECTED FURNISHINGS INCLUDED. A waterfront property situated right on the Intracoastal, Castel Del Mare offers resort-style living with a plethora of amenities. This complex boasts a beautiful circular bayside pool, a clubside lap pool, clubhouse, bayside gazebo, fishing pier, kayak launch & storage, boardwalk along the Bay, outdoor grill & picnic area, waterside shuffleboard, and a tennis/pickleball court. Tucked away from the main road with peaceful wooded views, this 1st floor unit means no dealing with stairs or elevators. It’s also conveniently located just steps from the clubhouse and lap pool. The spacious living and dining room combination provides lots of room for everyone to spread out. A set of sliders opens into your own private, sunny, screened lanai, offering quiet relaxation with beautiful tree views, and easy back door access to the backyard and tennis court. There’s also a convenient storage closet for your beach essentials. The kitchen features a convenient pass-through to the living space, making entertaining easy. With plenty of countertop space and storage cabinets, the kitchen also includes Hotpoint, Amana, and Whirlpool appliances and a wonderful built-in GE microwave. Offering more pretty tree views from its south facing window, the primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath with shower/tub combination. 3 ceiling fans in this unit keep the coastal breezes flowing throughout. 2018 HVAC and a 2011 water heater. Best of all, the seller is also offering a 1-YEAR AMERICAN HOME SHIELD “SHIELD COMPLETE” HOME WARRANTY for added peace of mind. Brand NEW W/Ds in all the common laundry rooms. Ideally located next door to waterside shops, a marina with a waterfront restaurant, and a boat club which offers memberships for boating, fishing, or watersports, Castel Del Mare is also an easy 5 minute drive to Publix, drugstores, and the myriad of shops and restaurants in Gulf Gate and on US-41/S. Tamiami Trail. You’ll instantly feel at home in this warm and welcoming community which truly captures the essence of coastal living. Don’t miss your chance to experience the easy waterfront lifestyle in unit #102!