The Bay Island Group is a gated 55+ waterfront condo community with 24-hr security in South Pasadena on the shores of Boca Ciega Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway. It is one of the largest waterfront condominium communities to grace our area. Spread over a vast and varied campus, the buildings range from mid to low-rise individual HOA's, that enjoy top-notch and bountiful amenities and yet VERY AFFORDABLE HOA Fees. Indeed, the monthly dues are only $599.20 for this 1235acsf 2/2 home! We will chat more about amenities. Let's first talk about this FABULOUS view! From the moment you enter the door, your eyes zero in on the view. What an interesting world you will see from the comfort of your balcony! At sunset, the skies will be ablaze with the rich colors that herald the day’s end. After sunset, the lights of the surrounding communities twinkle and shimmer off the surface of the water, like marine stars! During the day, there is a delightful parade of boats and frolicking dolphin that are always fun to spot! Inside you have a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets AND room for a dinette set! Both bathrooms have new/newer vanities, with comfort-height water closets. Just outside the bathroom is your laundry center/closet with a new washer and dryer. The primary bedroom enjoys a huge window that has inspiring water views that look to the west. The walk-in closet measure 6ft X 6'8"! The Guest bedroom is located at the east side of the unit and is also a very comfortable size, with the guest bath and laundry center just outside the guest bedroom door. This unit comes with a carport AND a large storage unit that will be the envy of your neighbors! Community amenities at Bay Islands are legendary! The main pool, (there are six pools in total), is just a short stroll, as are the four tennis courts, some of which are pickle ball ready! Other happy opportunities to explore include: the clubhouse with both male and female gyms, each with a sauna; billiards; ping-pong; card room; library; and community room, where popular and lively monthly parties are held and will be again when COVID is comfortably in our rear-view mirrors!. There is also a large waterfront BBQ & Tiki Hut picnic area, shuffleboard courts and a 1.5-mile walking path & marina. Indeed, there are a great number of options for an active lifestyle in this well-appointed, centrally located over 55 community.