One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Live the Waterfront Resort Lifestyle at Bay Island. Welcome to maintenance-free living in the heart of paradise. This sleek and modern 1-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo on the 16th floor of the Admiral Building offers breathtaking panoramic views of the marina and Boca Ciega Bay. Enjoy the peace and privacy of sharing an elevator with just two other units in this exclusive 55+ gated community designed for comfort, security, and leisure. Step inside to an open-concept living space with stunning waterfront views and stylish finishes throughout. The kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, under-cabinet lighting, pot drawers, and a convenient pass-through to the dining area. Diagonal tile flooring adds elegance and ease of maintenance. The spacious primary suite offers direct balcony access, a walk-in closet, linen closet, and a luxurious ensuite bath complete with a separate shower and toilet area. The oversized glass-enclosed shower showcases designer tile in a brick pattern and a built-in niche. A stackable washer/dryer is conveniently tucked into the half-bath closet. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine from the private balcony, accessible from both the living room and bedroom, where you can soak in the serene, north-facing views over Boca Ciega Bay. Bay Island is a vibrant, amenity-rich waterfront community offering everything you need for an active and social lifestyle. Amenities include: six heated swimming pools & spas, tennis, pickleball, and shuffleboard courts, state-of-the-art fitness center, clubhouse with ballroom, billiards room, and library, 1.5-mile waterfront walking path & marina, 24-hour gated security & secured lobby with video surveillance, One covered parking space. Located just over a mile to the sandy shores of St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island, and only minutes to Downtown St. Petersburg, Tyrone Mall, and John’s Pass Village, this location combines the best of coastal living and urban convenience. Rapid transit stops just outside the community and both TPA and PIE airports are within 30 minutes. Pet-friendly, with the ability to rent the unit up to 3 times a year (30-day minimum), this condo is perfect as a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. Here, you’re not just buying a home—you’re embracing a lifestyle of ease, elegance, and connection in one of the most desirable communities in St. Petersburg.