Welcome to The Buckingham at Town Shores of Gulfport ... THE NEWEST AND ONLY ELEVATED BUILDING WITH OPEN AIR BALCONIES AND UNDER-BUILDING PARKING! This premier, sought-after 55+ community is just steps away from the fun, whimsical and artsy Gulfport Village. It’s also the only building with a secure lobby entrance, washer/dryers in every unit … and unit-length terraces overlooking the SPARKLING GULF WATERS OF BOCA CIEGA BAY! This beautiful unit is FULLY FURNISHED AND TURNKEY, just waiting for a new owner to call it their forever home ... plus comes with a deeded UNDER-BUILDING PARKING SPACE (#253) for even more convenience. The Buckingham Building has also COMPLETED THE MILESTONE INSPECTION, has FULLY FUNDED RESERVES and some of the LOWEST MONTHLY HOA fees ($549/month) in all of Town Shores! This warm and inviting move-in ready residence been FRESHLY PAINTED IN NEUTRAL TONES and updated with a BEAUTIFUL COASTAL COTTAGE VIBE. There is light-toned wood laminate flooring throughout the living area, dining area and bedrooms, and off-white ceramic tile in the kitchen, hallway and baths. The kitchen features solid white cabinetry with extra pantry storage and teal-flecked solid surface counters with a beige tiled backsplash. An expansive open balcony with ELECTRIC STORM SHUTTERS was recently resurfaced and sealed with a light speckled waterproof epoxy coating for weather resistance and durability. Enjoy relaxing year-round on your private balcony with glimpses of spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and daily sightings of pelicans, dolphins and manatees swimming by the seawall below! The primary bedroom has a luxurious, “Tommy Bahama” West Indies Island charm and sliders that frame the turquoise bay waters outside. Additional features are a walk-in closet, ensuite bath with white cabinets, sandy beige tile accents throughout, and a newer walk-in shower with sliding textured glass doors. A 2nd bedroom provides a flexible guestroom with a sofa bed, reading nook. It can also be converted to a home office or gym, and features a full dedicated bath with shower and tub, right outside the door. The HVAC and electrical panel have both been recently updated. A low monthly HOA fee includes a Spectrum Bulk internet and wireless package, natural gas for cooking and on-demand hot water, flood and building insurance, and pool, landscaping and exterior maintenance. Town Shores has its own private marina and slips (as they become available), 4 heated pools, an active and social Clubhouse with weekly events, a tennis/pickleball court, shuffleboard, bocce ball and kayak storage. This vibrant community is just a short distance from the fun, active and artsy village of Gulfport and its famous Tuesday Fresh Market and lively First Friday Art Walks. You are also around the corner from the public beach, restaurants, quaint inns, cafes, art galleries and boutiques. Conveniently located just 30 minutes from TIA and 10 minutes from thriving downtown St. Pete and the Gulf coast beaches. Staging art items, including rugs and dcor, are negotiable with sale.