4485 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE 804 2BR/2BA full Gulf-front condo in Longboat Key. 8th-floor unobstructed sunset views, updated interior, pets allowed. Direct Gulf-front condo with unobstructed views rarely available on Longboat Key! This 8th-floor residence at The Arbomar delivers panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, white sand beaches and sunsets that fill the horizon year-round. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1, 175 sq. feet and the kind of setting buyers often wait years to find. Inside the renovated kitchen features wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, under-cabinet lighting, and stainless-steel appliances. Ceramic tile flooring runs through the main living areas, while crown molding plantation shutters and custom built-ins add clean, timeless detail throughout. Electric hurricane shutters ensure peace of mind and long-term value. Wake to open water views and end the day with the changing colors of the sunset from your private 8th-floor vantage point. Whether used as a full-time residence or seasonal retreat, this home offers the everyday ease that draws buyers to beachfront living in the first place. Most recent improvements include fully renovated kitchen, updated bathrooms, a newer HVAC system, and a tankless water heater. The Arbomar also completed major exterior upgrades including new roof, hurricane-rated insulated windows, new entry and storm doors, and water-resistant Gemstone concrete coating on lanais and common area breezeways. Community amenities include a Gulf-front heated pool, fitness room, club room, community kitchen, kayak storage, and climate-controlled storage lockers. The condominium association is well-managed and well-funded, with low quarterly fees of $4, 000. Ownership details include one-month minimum rentals permitted up to four times per year after the required ownership holding period. Pets are permitted for owners, while rentals are pet-free. The residence conveys unfurnished and includes one assigned carport space with additional guest parking available. Located on Gulf of Mexico Drive, this Longboat Key address places you near island dining, golf, boating, shopping, St. Armands Circle, and downtown Sarasota. For buyers seeking a true beachfront position, updated condition, and views that never get old, this residence stands apart.