One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Affordable GULF FRONT living! Welcome to this recently updated 2 bed/2 bath, DOUBLE LANAI CORNER unit nestled in the southwest corner of the popular Tropic View building, the Whispering Sands midrise closest to the Gulf and 800' of private beach. The freshly painted interior features NEW luxury vinyl plank flooring, interior doors, and overhead designer lighting and fans. Four sets of floor-to-ceiling sliders open from the living areas and bedrooms into TWO separate 24’ glassed and screened lanais – complete with epoxy flooring and new ceiling fans to capture the coastal breezes. After a full day at the beach, meal prep is easy in your partially open kitchen featuring NEW granite countertops, farmhouse style stainless sink, and NEW 2025 Whirlpool and GE stainless appliances. The spacious primary bedroom includes a nice walk-in closet and an ensuite bath, while the generous second bedroom comfortably accommodates up to two queen beds and boasts a full wall of closet space. Both updated bathrooms feature NEW cabinets, vanities, & fixtures, with glassed walk-in showers and recessed lighting. The unit also comes with its own assigned storage locker located just across the hall, ideal for storing all of your beach essentials. Conveniently located next door to the colorful shops and restaurants of Siesta Key Village, Whispering Sands is a premiere 55+ Gulf front property offering two heated pools, beachside Tiki Hut and gas grills, shuffleboard, canoe/kayak storage, and 800' of PRIVATE beach. The clubhouse is currently undergoing complete remodeling. Upon completion in early 2026, it will include a full catering kitchen, fitness rooms, large screen TV, and an elegant space for community wide or private social events. New landscaping around the building and throughout the entire 25-acre property is currently underway. Attractively priced below market, this unit represents a great investment. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the ease of island living at Whispering Sands!