PRICE ADJUSTMENT to reflect the minor damage from the recent storms. This is a RARE OFFERING of a preferred CANAL home located in LONG BEACH VILLAGE on LONGBOAT KEY, 4 blocks to the SOFT SAND BEACHES of the AQUA WATERS of the GULG OF MEXICO. This canal's location with beautiful VEGETATION across the canal makes it one of the MOST PICTURESQUE and SECLUDED expanses of land and water in all of Longboat. It is a fishers dream home with the waters teeming with fish/wildlife and a 3 year, all aluminum, elevator style 7,000 POUND BOAT LIFT with platform, ramp and ladder. This canal has DIRECT ACCESS to LONGBOAT PASS, BEER CAN AND JEWFISH ISLANDS. Only 5 properties to open waterway. NO BRIDGES TO GO UNDER! This STURDY (METAL ROOF, CONCRETE BLOCK CONSTRUCTION and HURRICANE WINDOWS/DOORS) ISLAND HOME offers you the opportunity to do minor remodeling to this light and bright 2bdrm/2 bth canal front sanctuary. A/C, water heater, lower cabinets, doors and appliances are needed. You will be impressed with the view from the WALL OF WINDOWS of the mangrove lined waterway where you can WATCH DAILY VOGAGES of MANATEES and DOLPHINS. The dramatic style of the high ceiling in the dining area (popcorn ceilings removed throughout) of the open floor plan of the kitchen/living room/dining room, brings everyday spacious living that is perfect for entertaining friends and family. It will be a fun afternoon to be on the REBUILT COMPOSIT DECKING for your friend's luncheon. Or be cozy sitting around the wood burning fireplace for after dinner drinks. Some of the highly skilled construction of this home are fiber cement panel walls (AKA HARDIE BOARD) a few feet up from the PVC baseboards. The bedroom wains coating is vinyl and behind is CEMENT BOARD and then CONCRETE BLOCK wall behind. All windows, the entry door and back slider are 3 yr. old PGT impact low E with argon gas filled. All furniture and appliances have been removed. Outside you'll have a carport (could be converted to a garage), storage and washer/dryer closets. Your lifestyle doesn't end at boating. Take a stroll 4 blocks to the soft sand beach to play in the inviting and calm aqua waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Stay for the spectacular GREEN FLASH SUNSET! On the way back home stop in to socialize with the neighbors at one of the Village's favorite dining/drinking establishments on the BAYSIDE. You'll be convenient to the arts and entertainment districts of Sarasota/Bradenton, the world renown Ringling Museum and St. Armand's circle, many tennis/pickle ball courts and golf courses/clubs and places of worship. Nearby is SRQ airport and I-75 for trips to Orlando's amusement parks, Tampa, Naples or Miami's night life! Make an appointment to see this great value that has been price adjusted to reflect the minor damage from the recent storms. This is a great opportunity to live a new lifestyle! Or make money as an investment property for vacationers/snowbirds! Act now in this tax year! Quick closing possible.
HUGE PRICE DROP! Live the FLORIDA LIFESTYLE in this beautiful 3bdrm/2bth END UNIT CONDO with NEW ROOF that is situated NEXT TO GREEN SPACE and has a VIEW OF THE LAKE. PALMA SOLA TRACE is a NON-AGE RESTRICTED community that WELCOMES your PET(S). You will be less than 5 miles to the BEAUTIFUL AZURE WATERS of the GULF OF MEXICO and the soft sand beaches of ANNA MARIA ISLAND! The beauty of the community goes beyond the sturdy STUCCO buildings to abundant/colorful tropical plants in the professionally landscaped grounds. The winding roads provide benches to watch the water birds play in the lakes/fountains. When your friends/family park in the convenient guest spot they will go up the pavered walkway to your private side entrance and enter the welcoming 1st floor (with access to your enclosed garage). All your living is on the 2nd floor with its tree-top view from this peaceful END UNIT of this ASHTON floor plan. The vista includes green space and a lake view from the LANAI and large living rm/dining rm combo. The chef will appreciate serving on the breakfast bar of this inviting kitchen. The plentiful, rich dark wood cabinetry provides elegance that transcends trends and shows off dramatic luxury to this home. There is a FULL-SIZED WASHER/DRYER in hall closet. The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are separated by the full hall bath with its tub and shower combo. The large 17x11 primary bedroom has walk-in closet and en-suite bath with a walk-in shower for your ease. The double windows add natural light. The current owners haven't had the chance to spend much time here in the last 5 years, so the home has been barely used! It has been professionally cleaned and maintained, in fact they RECENTLY REPLACED the A/C. When they would come, they enjoyed the amenities, especially the 81-foot lagoon- styled heated pool. Other activities include yoga, book clubs, social nights out and the clubhouse. The clubhouse with its library, work-out center and social room is excellent for parties, meetings, card games or the teenagers to come to watch a movie! The FLORIDA LIFESTYLE doesn't end at home. You can drive the 5 miles to the ANNA MARIA ISLAND for boutique shopping, tiki hut dining and green flash sunsets! The arts/entertainment districts of Sarasota and Bradenton are close by. Palma Sola Trace is convenient to all your needs with grocery stores, big box stores, fast food and favorite sit-down restaurants around the corner. SRQ AIRPORT, Ringling Museum, marinas, golf courses, baseball training fields and IMG Academy are accessible. I-75 is nearby for trips to Orlando's amusement parks, Tampa or Miami's night life!
A SHELTER IN THE STORM! THE 2023 INSTALLED IMPACT RESISTANT WINDOWS AND SLIDERS ADDED STRENGTH AGAIGNST THE WINDS OF RECENT HURRICANES IN THIS WELL-BUILT WITH CONCRETE WALLS CORTEZ VILLAS CONDOMINIUM! This 2BDRM LIVES LIKE A VILLA and is PET FRIENDLY. The REMODELING has added value and enjoyment. In 2023 ENERGY EFFICIENT impact resistant windows and sliders for hurricane protection were installed. Front door replaced in 2019. They bring reassurance, natural light and inviting atmosphere. The spacious kitchen remodeling has elevated designer touches such as the variations of shades in the soothing green glass tile backsplash. It pairs beautifully with gorgeous cabinets highlighted by crystal knobs and quartz countertops. New dishwasher, lights and fans throughout were added. Bathroom has been nicely updated. The easy-living floor plan, with newer and easy to maintain tile floor, offers a seamless flow between living space and creating an atmosphere to entertain guests. The living room/dining room combo brings serving dinners with ease from the kitchen. There is space in kitchen for bistro dining or a moveable island. The office/den can be used for another gathering room for parties or easily transformed to an extra sleeping space. Custom blinds are an added feature and there is plenty of storage including a walk-in closet in primary bedroom. You'll enjoy the ENCLOSED LANAI and community green space as part of your YEAR-ROUND OUTDOOR FLORIDA LIVING! Part of the easy living in the desirable and active 55+ community is the maintenance of the landscaping and buildings by the association. The exterior was painted 2024 and roof replaced 2022. The club house has a library, billiard tables and a small kitchen with room for large get-togethers. The pool is heated for your enjoyment! The small condo fee also pays for your basic cable, internet, water, sewer, trash pickup. Cortez Villas are CONVENIENTLY LOCATED to all your personal needs, close to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, Robinson's Preserve, GT Bray Park, downtown Bradenton's Riverwalk on the Manatee River. It is a short drive to the soft sand beaches of ANNA MARIA ISLAND to watch the spectacular green flash sunsets! I-75 is a short distance for easy drives to Tampa's airport, trips to Orlando's amusement parks or Miami's nightlife! You'll appreciate being near SRQ airport and Sarasota's arts and entertainment district, plus world class dining/shopping at St. Armands Circle or the UTC mall. LIVE THE FLORIDA LIFESTYLE YOU DESERVE, WITHOUT THE HIGH PRICE! Check out the condo fee-it is half the price as many condo developments!
STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / Monica Newcomer