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16 Columbia STREET, Bradenton, FL 34208
$335,000 Asking Price
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2
beds
1
bath
770
sqft
Built in
1925
Breathtaking saltwater views stretch for miles with magnificent sunrises over the water. Relax and prepare to be mesmerized by Mother Nature’s dolphin, manatee, and water birds right outside your windows. This bright, sunlit, waterfront cottage with expansive views can be yours. Come join the fun. Enjoy great fishing from our community Long Pier taking you almost 100 yards out over the confluence of the Braden and Manatee Rivers. You'll be just a short boat ride from your slip in the community marina to salty pubs and waterfront restaurants along the river or to the sugar sand beaches of Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key. Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico beckon. Simply a boating and fishing dream come true. Coastal Florida at its best! You'll be a 3 mi. bike ride to Main Street's Saturday Market and Festivals, even closer to the River Walk and a short drive to the beaches. Enjoy life in a safe, caring, active 55+ community of 200 historic cottages celebrating it's 100th Year Jubilee in 2024. It's unusual, incredible, a time capsule that needs to be seen. Certainly Old Florida at its best. Enjoy amenities that include: the Marina, the Long Pier, historical Meeting & Dining Halls, Shuffleboard Courts, Pool Hall, Library, Fitness Room, Rental Guest Cottage, the Veteran's & Founders Memorial, and the Plaza where events abound. Join your neighbors at frequent dinners, BINGO, cards, dominoes, shuffleboard, corn hole, horseshoes, hymn sing (choir), a bicycle club and even a drum circle. Don't forget “Ye Olde Liars Bench” at the marina where tall tales are told or the Gazebo on the Lagoon. You'll be living in a Florida Heritage and National Historic District. The original “Braden Castle” ruins on the Plaza date back to 1850 where Dr. Joseph Braden the namesake of Bradenton settled. Here, where the rivers meet, you will discover an extraordinary sense of place long recognized as special. Discover this hidden paradise for yourself and see why it has stood the test of time. Experience the warmth of like-minded neighbors all entranced by the magic of the site. There are only ten river front cottages in the community and this example with its expansive water views is a hidden gem. Beautifully cared for, it has been updated while retaining its integrity and charm. Enter through the sun porch to be greeted by commanding water views and captivated by the original heart pine floors. You’ll find a bright, beachy vibe to this beautifully restored cottage. Many systems have been updated including a new mini split heat pump / air conditioner in 2024. The plumbing and electrical have been updated along with a recent metal roof. The sun porch was completely rebuilt along with structural upgrades and the building is sound. Consider this amazing number: The ANNUAL ASSOCIATION DUES ARE ONLY $400 PER YEAR! Back in the day, the Association developed a 97 space mobile home park on some adjacent land, there is also a rental guest cottage and 13 space seasonal RV Park. The rents from these fund the majority of the operating expenses of the Association and allow for extremely low fees. And, you can rent a boat slip in the Marina or overflow car, boat trailer or RV storage spaces for only $300/yr. all contributing to the Association's kitty. Brilliant! This charming riverfront cottage is impeccably maintained. It's available on short notice. It's move-in ready. Are you?
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Built in Features, Crown Molding, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances:
- Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry:
- Other
- Flooring:
- Vinyl, Hardwood
- A/C:
- true, Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Heating:
- true, Heat Pump
Exterior
- General:
- Awning(s), Hurricane Shutters, Rain Gutters, Shade Shutter(s), Storage
- Parking:
- Workshop in Garage
Construction
- Roofing:
- Metal
- General:
- Wood Frame, One, Crawlspace
Location
- Road/Access:
- Asphalt
- HOA Amenities:
- Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Laundry, Maintenance, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Vehicle Restrictions, Wheelchair Access, Common Area Taxes, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, 33.0, Monthly
- Originating MLS:
- Stellar MLS
- County:
- Manatee
Lot
- Zoning:
- R4, LOT 38 BRADEN CASTLE PARK PI#11364.0000/7, 1136400007
Utilities
- Utilities:
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Propane, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
Financial
- Source:
- Stellar MLS
- Buyers Agent Compensation:
- 2%
- NA Compensation:
- $1
This listing courtesy of:
BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC, Steven Koleno
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About Bradenton, FL
Housing
- Number of Units
- 143,230
- Median Home Value
- $280,336
- Median Rent
- $1,069
28.60% of housing units are renter occupied.
15.74% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
70.75%
- Public Transportation
-
0.51%
- Walk to Work
-
0.77%
- Work from Home
-
26.13%
- Other
-
1.09%
The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.
People
- Population
- 278,644
- Median Age
- 47.00
- Median Household Size
- 2.55
Education
- High School
-
29.04%
- Associate’s Degree
-
9.34%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
18.81%
- Graduate Degree
-
12.38%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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