1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Description of 1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Welcome to Runaway Bay an island-style waterfront community in Bradenton Beach offering the ideal combination of coastal living and income potential, with weekly rentals permitted. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath ground-level condo showcases breathtaking open water views across Anna Maria Sound and Palma Sola Bay. Step inside to discover a stunning, fully remodeled coastal kitchen that has been thoughtfully opened to the living and dining areas creating a bright, airy space perfect for entertaining while maximizing the spectacular bay views. Natural light pours in, drawing your attention straight to the water. The spacious primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, where you can wake each morning to unforgettable sunrises over the bay. A generous walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated ensuite bath add to the comfort and functionality. The guest bedroom is equally inviting and conveniently located next to the updated guest bathroom. Start your day with coffee on the private lanai as the sun rises, and spend your evenings watching dolphins play and enjoying the tranquil coastal surroundings. This condo has been extensively updated, including the kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, trim, doors, appliances, water heater, A/C system, and furnishings making it truly move-in or rental ready. Runaway Bay has also undergone community-wide improvements, including new roofs and gutters, and offers an impressive lineup of resort-style amenities: deeded beach access, a newly constructed oversized bayfront observation and fishing pier, the largest heated pool on Anna Maria Island (recently renovated), resurfaced pickleball and tennis courts, shuffleboard, a kayak launch, multiple grilling stations, and a clubhouse with a fitness center currently being refreshed. Whether you’re seeking a personal island escape or a high-performing investment property, this condo delivers with strong rental history and bookings already secured.

Property Details for 1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Bathrooms Full

2

Bathrooms Half

0

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Flooring

Tile

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Furnished

Furnished

Pool Private

No

Direction Faces

West

Building Information for 1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Building Area Total

1140

Building Area Units

Square Feet

Stories Total

2

Association

Yes

Association Amenities

Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Laundry, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)

Pets Allowed

Cats OK, Dogs OK

Property Information for 1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Lot Features

Flood Insurance Required, City Lot, In County, Landscaped, Level, Sidewalk

Lot Size Square Feet

470,695

Waterfront

Yes

Waterfront Features

Bay/Harbor

View

Water

Construction Materials

Block, Stucco

Roof

Built-Up

Exterior Features

Private Entrance, Sliding Doors, Storage

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

New Construction

No

Public Records for 1801 GULF DRIVE N # 142, BRADENTON BEACH, FL 34217

Parcel Number

7693304706

Tax Annual Amount

$3,426

Tax Year

2025

Tax Legal Description

UNIT 142 BLDG C RUNAWAY BAY CONDO PI#76933.0470/6

Zoning

R3

County Or Parish

Manatee

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