Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Bradenton
Listing Price: $130,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
Own a unique piece of Florida history in the heart of Paradise Bay! This "cute as a button" cottage is the only stick-built home in the community and famously served as the summer retreat for a Barnum & Bailey circus performer. Featuring extraordinary curb appeal with custom-painted shutters by a local artist, this home perfectly blends vintage charm with modern, move-in-ready updates. The interior boasts an airy open-concept layout with 8-foot ceilings, coastal pastel tones, and crisp white wainscoting. The decorative epoxy-coated cement floors are as beautiful as they are easy to maintain. The efficient kitchen features white upper cabinetry and stainless steel fixtures, while the bathroom offers a walk-in shower with sliding doors and a dedicated laundry closet (hookups ready for an apartment-size stackable). Recent upgrades include: 2025-New bathroom sink/cabinet, hot water heater, ceiling fans, and stainless fixtures. 2024-New decorative epoxy floor coating. 2023-New 8x5 aluminum storage shed. Extras: Off-street parking for 2 cars and approval in place for an unattached front deck. Live the Resort Lifestyle: Paradise Bay Estates Co-Op is a premier 55+ waterfront co-op currently undergoing a vibrant transformation with numerous new homes and a soon-to-be-renovated Recreation Hall. Residents enjoy a massive heated pool and spa, fitness center, library, and a unique community woodworking shop. Stay active with pickleball, shuffleboard, bocce, and cornhole tournaments, or enjoy a sunset at the waterfront gazebos. For water lovers, the community offers a private boat ramp and a 97-slip marina (slips available via waitlist). All this is located just minutes from the world-class beaches of Anna Maria Island and historic Cortez Village. Numerous shops and restaurants are minutes away! Sold "As-Is." Don't miss this extraordinary coastal opportunity!
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 432
Garage: No
Carport: No
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Community Pool: Yes
Water Frontage: Waterfront
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Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Bradenton
County: Manatee
Subdivision: Paradise Bay Estates Co-op
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 432
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 432
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $301
Year built: 1960
Annual Tax: $1,542
HOA Fee: $180 Monthly
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
- Water
Appliances: Refrigerator
Flooring: Epoxy
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Water Frontage: Waterfront
Exterior & Construction
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Other
Exterior Features: Private Entrance
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating & Fuel: None
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Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features: Pool
Association Amenities: Spa/Hot Tub
Lot Information
Lot Size (acres): 0.02
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 906 square feet
Front Exposure: West
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash
Parcel Number: 7595507604
Zoning: RSF4.5/C
Senior Community: Yes
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: UNIT 12-3 PARADISE BAY ESTATES, A RESIDENTIAL COOP PI#75955.0760/4
Section: 2
Range: 16
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