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$319,000
$187/sqft3% reduced
HOA: $447/quTaxes: $1,443/yr109d on market
2 Beds|2 Baths|1,703 Sq Ft|Built 1984|2 Car Garage
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Welcome to Garden Lakes, a beautifully maintained, gated 55+ community designed for active, carefree living. This inviting split-plan 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa with a 2-car garage offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living from your glass-enclosed, air-conditioned Florida room with elegant slate flooring or relax on the private concrete patio overlooking a walking trail and fenced backdrop — no rear neighbors for added tranquility. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living and dining room combination with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light. A charming BAY WINDOW with a built-in window seat and hidden storage adds both warmth and functionality. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas, delivering a stylish, low-maintenance finish. The updated kitchen showcases solid surface countertops, refreshed cabinetry, a 2024 refrigerator, and a cozy eat-in dining nook. A convenient pass-through to the dining room makes entertaining effortless. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and peaceful retreat. The guest bedroom and bath can be closed off with a pocket door, creating a private ensuite space for visiting family and friends. Accessibility features include French doors for easier furniture placement and a wheelchair ramp entry through the garage. Additional highlights include epoxy finished garage floor, separate laundry room, AC (2018) and water heater (2021). Enjoy a short stroll to the clubhouse, heated pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and shuffleboard. The vibrant lifestyle of Garden Lakes Villas awaits. Ideally located near University Town Center, I-75, medical facilities, dining, and the beautiful beaches and cultural attractions of Sarasota and Bradenton, this villa truly offers the best of Florida living. Move in, relax, and start enjoying the lifestyle you deserve.

County
Manatee
Zip Code
34203
Type
Villa
Living Area
1,703 sqft
Construction
Block, Stucco
Roof
Tile
Flooring
Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Slate, Tile
Pool
No
HOA
$447 / Quarterly
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Living Room/dining Room Combo
  • Open Floorplan
  • Primary Bedroom Main Floor
  • Solid Surface Counters
  • Split Bedroom
  • Thermostat
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Window Treatments
  • Rain Gutters
  • Sidewalk
  • Sliding Doors
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • In Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Other
  • In County
  • Sidewalk
  • Paved
  • Private
  • Cable Available
  • Cable Connected
  • Electricity Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Sewer Available
  • Sewer Connected
  • Sprinkler Recycled
  • Water Available
  • Water Connected
  • Association Recreation - Owned
  • Buyer Approval Required
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Mailbox
  • Deed Restrictions
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community - No Guard
  • Pool
  • Sidewalks
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Cable Tv
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Pool
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Security
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Trail(s)
  • Cable Tv
  • Common Area Taxes
  • Pool
  • Escrow Reserves Fund
  • Fidelity Bond
  • Internet
  • Maintenance Grounds
  • Management
  • Private Road
  • Recreational Facilities
  • Security
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1984
Construction
Block, Stucco
Flooring
Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Slate, Tile
Roof
Tile
Garage Spaces
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Electric
Waterfront
No
Pet Restrictions
Yes
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Senior Community
Yes
Building Elevator
Pet Size
Medium (36-60 Lbs.)
# of Pets
1
Max Pet Weight
42 lbs
Tax Year
2025
Annual Tax Amount
$1,443

Association Fees

  • HOA Fee

    Sentry Management / Laura Augustus

    $447/ Quarterly

Down Payment20% — $63,800
Interest Rate6.50%
Loan Term
Est. Mortgage
$1,613
HOA Fee
$149
Est. Property Tax
$120
Est. Insurance
$106
Total Est. Monthly Cost$1,989

* Estimates are for illustration purposes only and do not constitute an offer of financial advice. Actual rates, payments, insurance, and taxes will vary based on credit, location, and other factors. Contact a licensed mortgage professional for a personalized quote. Homeowners insurance estimate based on Florida averages.

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