THE COMPLETE PACKAGE & MOVE-IN READY! Nestled in a gated community with outstanding amenities, this beautifully updated, second-floor corner condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With a split-bedroom floor plan, indoor laundry, covered parking #128, secure storage, and a breezy lanai, this turnkey-furnished retreat is ideal for a permanent residence, seasonal getaway, or immediate rental opportunity. Located in a vibrant 55+ community just 9 miles from the beach, this tranquil tropical oasis provides easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. THE DRIFTWOOD FLOOR PLAN, adorned in a serene soothing color palette, is designed for effortless everyday living, entertaining, and hosting overnight guests. The primary bedroom, a lovely retreat, overlooks a peaceful courtyard and features a spacious walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, and a separate compartment with a walk-in shower, and a comfort-height toilet. The secondary bedroom, situated at the front of the condo, includes a walk-in closet, plush carpeting, a ceiling fan, blinds, and an adjacent full bathroom with a tub/shower combo equipped with safety bars. This floor provides everyone with privacy! THE FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN offers extensive counter space, ample cabinetry, an updated appliance suite, and tile flooring. With lovely views of the courtyard and lake, its a wonderful space to prepare meals for family and friends. A versatile flex-space, perfect as a den or casual dining area, features easy-care laminate flooring, a ceiling fan, and direct access to the tiled lanaian inviting spot to begin and end your day. The open-concept dining-living room combination allows for flexible furniture placement and includes plenty of comfortable seating, room to extend the dining table, chair rail molding, blinds, curtain panels, a ceiling fan, plush carpet, and a tiled foyer entry. NOTABLE UPGRADES include a 2023 air conditioning system, an in-unit washer and dryer, an updated hot water heater, modernized kitchen lighting and ceiling panels, a new stainless dishwasher. Additional conveniences include a secure storage closet, trash/recycling facilities, laundry center, and mailboxes conveniently located at the elevator. THE COMMUNITY OFFERS resort-style amenities, including a beautifully landscaped courtyard that rivals a botanical garden with vibrant plantings and towering trees. Just outside your condo, youll find a fire pit, a cozy gazebo, and grilling stations perfect for social gatherings. As well as a walking path around the lake you can enjoy daily. Residents enjoy access to a clubhouse, banquet room, library, billiards, fitness center, heated pool, patio, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, and designated grilling areas. With its meticulously maintained grounds, friendly atmosphere, and helpful staff, this exceptional condo offers the perfect opportunity to experience the sought-after DeSoto Square Carefree Lifestyle!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15 x 12
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Extra Room-3 Dimensions: 15 x 13
- Living Room Dimensions: 18 x 15
- Extra Room-3 Level: Second
- Living Room Level: Second
- Extra Room-1 Description: Bonus Room
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Chair Rail
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Split Bedroom
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Turnkey
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Window Features: Blinds
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Inside
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 11 x 7
- Dining Room Level: Second
- Kitchen Dimensions: 15 x 11
- Kitchen Level: Second
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: COMMUNITY LAKE
- Lake Front
- Waterfront Feet: 26
Exterior and Lot Features
- Courtyard
- Irrigation System
- Sliding Doors
- Storage
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Dimensions: 13 x 6
- Porch Level: Second
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, Outside Bath Access, Tile
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Covered, Guest, Open
Home Features
- View: Water
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Association Fee: 579
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 579
- Association Name: C&S | Daniel Shepard
- Association Phone: 9417589454
- Pets Allowed: No
- Senior Community: Yes
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 3 Months
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Lake
- Annual Tax Amount: 2348
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: Entrance 390 301 Blvd W next to Sheriff Office & across St from Firestone; gate code needed; after entering gate follow street around curve past villas, over lagoon, to stop sign, turn right, take to end, turn left, take to B311, park in marked “visitor†or “open†parking, take elevator to 2nd floor; out of elevator turn left; take right around corner to B311.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Green Water Conservation: Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Low-Flow Fixtures
- Area: 34205 - Bradenton
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: DESOTO SQUARE VILLAS
- Parcel Number: 4835319254
- Postal Code Plus 4: 8081
- Subdivision: DESOTO SQUARE VILLAS
- Township: 35
- Zoning: RMF9
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1144
- Year Built: 1981
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1216
- Building Name: B
- Construction Materials: Block, Concrete
- Direction Faces: East
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 44
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: End Unit
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Sprinkler Recycled
- Street Lights
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public