Spacious Bayfront Living Within Bay Isles
Marina Bay occupies a quiet waterfront setting just south of the Longboat Key Club marina within the gated Bay Isles community. The community consists of three residential buildings at 2410, 2450, and 2550 Harbourside Drive. Each building has ground-floor parking and five elevator-accessed residential floors, with only four residences per floor.
The original site plan placed the three buildings around a central pool and recreation area, with tennis courts at the western end of the property and Sarasota Bay along its eastern boundary. Marina Bay is particularly notable for the scale of its residences, generally offering three bedrooms and approximately 2,830 to 3,825 square feet of living area.
This low-density arrangement gives Marina Bay a distinctly private character while allowing every home to extend through the building from east to west.
Marina Bay appeals to buyers who want the space of a large waterfront home without the maintenance responsibilities associated with single-family ownership.
Most residences offer three bedrooms and expansive living areas, with generous kitchens, dining rooms, primary suites, guest accommodations, and screened terraces. With only four residences on each floor, the buildings feel private, and the floor-through layouts allow natural light and views from both sides of the home.
The community also provides both bayfront and Gulf-front experiences. At home, residents have a heated pool and spa overlooking the bay. Across the island, the private Bay Isles Beach Club offers gated parking, direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, a large pavilion, tropical cabanas, grills, picnic facilities, showers, and restrooms.
Marina Bay was developed in the early 1990s as a low-density waterfront condominium community within Bay Isles. Rather than constructing one large tower, the original plan divided the community among three buildings positioned around a central recreation area.
Building One contains the community's largest original floor plans, the C and D layouts, providing approximately 3,825 and 3,363 square feet of interior living area, respectively — proportions that remain one of Marina Bay's defining strengths.
Buildings Two and Three follow the A and B floor-plan configurations. The arrangement preserves open space between the buildings and gives the community a more residential scale than a single-tower development would allow.
Today, Marina Bay remains one of Bay Isles' more intimate condominium communities.
Residences generally range from approximately 2,830 to 3,825 square feet of air-conditioned living area. Most layouts include three bedrooms or a convertible den, multiple bathrooms, large living and dining areas, breakfast spaces, media or family rooms, walk-in closets, utility rooms, and substantial screened terraces. Their floor-through orientation provides Sarasota Bay views from the eastern lanais and western exposures from balconies on the opposite side.
Pets | One cat or one dog weighing no more than 25 pounds at adult weight is permitted. Birds and fish are also allowed. Pets must be leashed outside the residence. Lessees and guests may not bring pets. |
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Leasing | Residences may be leased once during any 12-month period for a minimum of three months. Leases require Association review and approval. |
Parking | Owners and lessees use the spaces assigned to their residences. Additional resident and guest spaces are available in designated areas. |
Occupancy | Maximum occupancy is generally limited to two people per bedroom. |
Architectural Changes | Structural alterations and many interior or exterior modifications require prior written approval from the Board. |
Security | Marina Bay is located within the 24-hour guard-gated Bay Isles community, and residential building entrances are kept secured. |
Beach Club | Marina Bay owners are members of the Bay Isles Association and have access to the private Bay Isles Beach Club. |
Association rules may change over time. Buyers should verify current policies before purchasing.
Marina Bay consists of 60 residences distributed equally among three buildings.
The three buildings are located at 2410, 2450, and 2550 Harbourside Drive, Longboat Key, Florida 34228.
Each building has ground-floor parking and five elevator-accessed residential floors. There are four residences per floor.
Living areas generally range from approximately 2,830 to 3,825 square feet. Many homes also include substantial screened terraces and additional balconies.
Original layouts include the A, B, C, and D plans, along with reverse configurations. Buildings Two and Three contain the A and B plans, while Building One contains the larger C and D layouts.
The floor-through homes generally offer Sarasota Bay views from eastern screened lanais and western views of Longboat Key, with some residences extending toward the Gulf of Mexico.
Residents enjoy a heated bayfront pool and spa, sundeck, grilling area, fitness room, tennis and pickleball courts, walking paths, car-washing and charging stations, on-site management, ground-floor parking, and access to the private Bay Isles Beach Club.
Yes. Owners may generally keep one cat or one dog weighing no more than 25 pounds. Birds and fish are also permitted. Lessees and guests may not bring pets.
Yes. The minimum lease term is three months, and only one lease is permitted during any 12-month period. Association approval is required.
Yes. Marina Bay ownership includes membership in the Bay Isles Association and access to the private Bay Isles Beach Club on the Gulf of Mexico.
Yes. Visit the official Marina Bay at Bay Isles page for information about the community's residences, grounds, and amenities.
Every luxury condominium offers a different ownership experience. At Marina Bay, buyers often compare building location, floor plan, residence orientation, floor level, terrace configuration, views, and renovation quality when selecting the right home. The differences among the A, B, C, and D layouts can be significant. Building One offers the community's largest original floor plans, while Buildings Two and Three provide several additional configurations with different relationships among the living spaces, terraces, and bedroom suites. For more than four decades, Pettingell Professionals has helped buyers navigate Longboat Key's luxury condominium market. We understand the subtle differences among Marina Bay's buildings, floor plans, views, and locations within Bay Isles, helping our clients identify the residence that best fits their lifestyle and long-term goals.
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