Annual rental available at this spectacular bayfront property...where downtown Sarasota meets the bay..this first floor unit has 10 ft ceilings and porcelain tile floors thru out. Tenants pay only the electric bill. No need to use an elevator to get to this condo. Brand new hurricane sliders were just installed giving you a wall to wall 10 ft high view. New blinds were installed. The condo was just painted. Located on a gated 9 acre peninsula, it is direct waterfront. No one will ever build in front of it and block your views of the bay & sunsets. The open floor plan extends from the kitchen to the large lanai with floor to ceiling sliders; this unit feels much larger than its sq footage and is laid out perfect for entertaining. The kitchen has plenty of storage, new SS appliances and a stackable full size washer/dryer. The split bedroom floor plan offers you maximum privacy. This unit has tons of storage. The primary ensuite has a walk in closet and bath with shower/tub and dual sinks. The large guest bedroom has a good size closet and is directly adjacent to the bath. The guest bath has dual sinks and tub/shower. At Condo on the Bay you can have it all....enjoy the conveniences of downtown living and the perks of living waterfront. Walk out your front door to jump on your boat or kayak, fish off the dock or lounge at one of our two resort style heated pools. Take a walk or bike to downtown to enjoy our many restaurants, theatres, art galleries, music, festivals, farmers market...Next door is the "Bay Park Sarasota" a 53 acre world class park with walking paths, playground, snack bar, music events and a performing arts center.. Behind the building across the canal is the Ritz Carlton/Hyatt yacht basin which is undergoing a transformation into a shopping/entertaining area. 24 hour security is provided and a concierge is on duty everyday from 8-6. Looking to make friends? There are a variety of organized social activities in this friendly community, from yoga, water aerobics, walking groups, card clubs, get togethers on the sky decks for no reason, etc. Underground assigned parking for one vehicle and lots of open parking on top deck. Condo on the Bay is located 4 miles from the airport, 2 miles from Lido Beach and Armands Circle & 6 miles from Siesta beach. If you are looking to buy a home in Sarasota or waiting for your home to be built this is a great location to rent and explore the area. Or just rent long term and not worry about home ownership. Minimum lease 1 year. This condo can be a longer term rental if you are looking for a forever home
Condo for rent
$4,500/mo
988 Boulevard Of The Arts APT 115, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,555sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Condo
Available Mon Dec 15 2025
Central air
In kitchen laundry
1 Attached garage space parking
Central
What's special
Direct waterfrontNew blindsBayfront propertyTons of storageFirst floor unitBrand new hurricane sliders
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 09:13pm
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Kitchen, In Unit
Features
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Sauna, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Storage, View, Walk In Closet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,555 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Covered
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Association Recreation - Owned, Balcony, Bay/Harbor, Buyer Approval Required, Cable TV, Cable included in rent, Clubhouse, Covered, Dock, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Electric Water Heater, Electricity not included in rent, Elevator(s), Fishing, Fishing Pier, Fitness Center, Garbage included in rent, Gated, Gated Community, Gated Community - Guard, Grounds Care included in rent, Guest, Heated, Heating system: Central, In Ground, In Kitchen, Internet included in rent, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Lobby Key Required, Management included in rent, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Off Street, Open, Open Floorplan, Pest Control included in rent, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Pool Maintenance included in rent, Recreation Facilities, Recreational included in rent, Repairs included in rent, Sarah, Sauna, Seawall, Security, Sewage included in rent, Sliding Doors, Smoke Detector(s), Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Under Building, Vehicle Restrictions, View Type: Bay/Harbor - Full, Walk In Closet, Walk-In Closet(s), Water Access, Water included in rent, Waterfront, Window Treatments
- Spa features: Sauna
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Waterfront
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condo
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable, Cable Available, Garbage, Internet, Sewage, Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Gated Community
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Pool, Sauna, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,500+5.9%$3/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4674014 | ||
| 11/20/2024 | Listing removed | $4,250$3/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4627096 | ||
| 11/7/2024 | Price change | $4,250-4.5%$3/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4627096 | ||
| 10/29/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,450+4.7%$3/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4627096 | ||
| 12/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4581171 | ||
Neighborhood: 34236
There are 3 available units in this apartment building

