1801 GULF DRIVE #181

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Stunning Ground-Floor 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Condo — Completely Renovated in 2025! Welcome to this beautifully renovated and redecorated ground-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the highly desirable Runaway Bay community. This home features a raised ceiling and a completely reconstructed kitchen that opens to the living area, creating a bright, spacious open-concept floor plan. The condo features ceramic tile throughout and quartz counter tops. Additionally, a new electric panel was added in 2024. Also, the couch in the living room is a queen sleeper and a twin sleeper in the second bedroom. Upgrades to Runaway Bay in the last two years include a new roof, pool resurfaced, all new grading, new pool heater and new fishing pier. The membership has just approved all new impact windows and doors which will be installed in 2026 and 2027, After a sun-filled day at the beach, relax on your private lanai—the perfect spot to unwind, entertain, and enjoy time with family and friends. Ideally located just a half-block from the pristine Gulf beaches, Runaway Bay offers the best of island living. Residents enjoy two private deeded beach accesses, beautifully renovated community amenities, a clubhouse, pool, and a dock overlooking Sarasota Bay. The community is also home to Anna Maria Island's largest saltwater heated pool. Leave the car behind and enjoy the convenience of nearby restaurants, shopping, and the free island trolley, making it easy to explore everything Anna Maria Island has to offer. With its extensive 2025 renovations, desirable ground-floor location, private lanai, and exceptional proximity to both the Gulf and Sarasota Bay, this is a fantastic opportunity to own a beautifully updated, storm-ready island retreat in one of Anna Maria Island's most sought-after communities.