Posts Tagged ‘Bradenton’
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Posted by John Butzko on January 5, 2012
Find a wide mix of home styles and sizes in Tropical Harbor. Pictured: 628 Poinsettia Ave.
Located in Ellenton, Florida, Tropical Harbor is a great community consisting of just 116 home sites that were built between 1958 and as recently as 2011. Many of the properties are located on canals that lead directly to the Manatee River, which provides easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. This community features homes of all sizes and price ranges, starting at 884 square feet and growing to 5,100 square feet, and is rich in varying styles from Old Florida bungalows to Mediterranean-style estates.
Market Activity –Tropical Harbor
There are currently two homes on the market in Tropical Harbor that are under contract. One is listed for sale at $149,000 and has 1,247 square feet, two bedrooms and one bathroom. This home is located on a canal with a boat dock along the seawall.
The second home is listed for sale at $353,500 and has 3,784 square feet, four bedrooms and four bathrooms. This residence was built in 2007 with a pool and is also located on a canal.
One of the most recent sales in Tropical Harbor was listed by Debbie Vogler of Michael Saunders & Company and sold for $290,000. Adorned with neutral colors and located on a canal with a boat lift, this three-bedroom, 2,034-square-foot home featured many updates, including a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.
Why Choose Tropical Harbor?
The bottom line on what makes this community so appealing to buyers is that it offers a great mix of home sizes to suit all tastes. Also, if you enjoy water activities, Tropical Harbor features a great location for water sports and recreation.
Ellenton is located in northern Manatee County, and Tropical Harbor is just minutes to I-75, which makes commuting to both the Tampa Bay region and Sarasota a breeze.
Posted by shelleywhiteside on November 23, 2011
Born in Ohio, Sharon has enjoyed living, working and raising a family in Bradenton for most of her life. Prior to entering the real estate industry in 2004, she held a 220 Property & Casualty insurance license with the State of Florida. She also worked as an underwriter for a workers compensation self-insurance fund, and as a human resources specialist with the employee leasing division of ADP.
Prior to joining Michael Saunders & Company, Sharon worked for RE/Max Alliance Group, where she received recognition as a Five-Star Real Estate Agent in 2008, 2010 and 2011. To further enhance her career, Sharon earned the Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), Short Sales and Foreclosures Resource (SFR) and ePro designations.
Posted by John Butzko on November 10, 2011
Pictured: 6165 Palomino Circle
Mote Ranch is a wonderful, deed-restricted community conveniently located just north of University Parkway off Honore—with easy access to I-75, the amenities of Lakewood Ranch to the east, and just minutes to downtown Sarasota. The community was named for William Mote, the namesake of Mote Marine Laboratory. There is a plethora of restaurants, shops and services to enjoy along the University Parkway corridor, which is connected to Palm-Aire Country Club via Old Farm Road. The Braden River borders the eastern edge of the neighborhood, and the association has provided a dock for residents to fish or just enjoy the beauty of “old Florida.” Fishermen partake in weekly bass tournaments, and there is a kayak/canoe ramp next to the dock for access to the river. This is the freshwater river that flows from the north in Lakewood Ranch down to Lake Evers, which is the reservoir for the City of Bradenton. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on November 3, 2011
Pictured: 4519 Shark Drive.
A great community located off SR-64, Riverdale offers a great mix of homes, which were mostly built in the 1980s through 2006 and ranging in size from 1,100 square feet to over 6,000 square feet. Many of these residences are located on canals leading to the Manatee River through a boat lock. For boaters, this is an easy access point to the river and on to the Gulf of Mexico. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on September 7, 2011
Located in East Manatee County, River Strand is a premier 24-hour gated community conveniently set off I-75 and State Road 64, and part of the master-planned community of Heritage Harbour. Included in a home purchase are all the fabulous amenities of the community, featuring a 27-hole championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills, eight lighted Har-Tru tennis courts with pro-shop and active tennis leagues, a 39,000-square-foot clubhouse with formal and casual dining, a health and fitness spa with resort-style pool, and pool and cabana facilities located in neighborhoods throughout the community. (more…)
Posted by shelleywhiteside on September 2, 2011
A longtime real estate professional, Betsy brings a wealth of experience and proven accomplishment to her career.
After attending Wellesley College in Massachusetts, Betsy entered the real estate industry as the president and owner of a real estate firm. In this role, she specialized in consulting, sales and marketing for community developers. She also held the responsibility of creating effective marketing strategies, building ads, writing copy and designing purchase strategies. She later went on to work for major developers in the Northeast, transitioning to the marketing and sales of luxury vacation properties on Cape Cod.
After relocating to the Sarasota-Bradenton area in 2000, Betsy spent 11 years with Neal Communities, where she earned the Prestigious Million Dollar Circle Award from the Home Builders Association. She also obtained the Master Certified Sales Professional designation (MCSP) through continuing her education in new homes.
Posted by John Butzko on August 25, 2011
Find the perfect home for you in Legends Bay. Pictured: 5502 Inspiration Ter.
Beautifully situated on one of the last large parcels of undeveloped waterfront land in the new West Bradenton, Legends Bay at IMG Academies is far removed, but not far away. Legends Bay offers a wonderful lifestyle that is part natural beauty, part exceptional sporting opportunities. With over a mile of waterfront directly on Sarasota Bay, the community provides views over wetlands and mangroves, with abundant wild life and water birds and kayaking along the peaceful waterway. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on June 14, 2011
Tranquil waters create wonderful views for many homes in Waterlefe. Pictured: 10708 Riverbank Ter.
Uniquely nestled on the banks of the Manatee River at Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe Golf & River Club is the only community in Manatee County that offers its residents both a world-class golf course as well as remarkable boating water.
With 616 residences ranging from 1,254-square-foot condominiums to an executive boating water home of over 9,000 square feet, Waterlefe has many different types of residences to suit any taste. Residents also delight in exceptional community amenities, as the River Club at Waterlefe features a fitness center, a Junior Olympic-size heated pool, a tiki Bar and a wonderful restaurant and bar area. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on June 9, 2011
A range of elegant styles grace Hawk Island. Pictured: 4015 Hawk Island Dr.
Renowned as Bradenton’s premier gated waterfront neighborhood, Hawk Island offers a truly unique and exclusive area for the water enthusiast. Located off of SR 64 East, this community is centrally located between Sarasota and Tampa. The Interstate is a less than 10 minute drive away, which can lead you quickly to some of the West Coast’s finest shopping, restaurants or sporting activities.
Market Activity – Hawk Island
Residents delight in the mesmerizing views of the Manatee River and waterfront lifestyle afforded by the stunning estate homes of Hawk Island, as all the residences on this secluded peninsula offer expansive vistas of the Manatee River and quick access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the luxury of having a private boat dock located directly across from the property on a deepwater, 120’ wide private canal able to accommodate sizeable vessels. (more…)
Posted by John Butzko on March 31, 2011
A newer community located in West Bradenton, Palma Sola Trace features a range of single-family homes, condominiums and attached villas. Construction of the community started in 2006, and residents are able to enjoy its beautiful clubhouse, fitness center and resort-style pool. The side-by-side villas all have attached two-car garages and open floor plans ranging in size from 1,500-2,300 square feet. Many of the villa homes are located on ponds with great views. (more…)
