COME EXPLORE THE BEAUTY OF this charming and renovated 1, 144 square foot lakeview condo with a split bedroom floor plan featuring spacious living, dining, den, and lanai living areas. PLUS an indoor laundry center AND covered parking #129. It awaits your arrival in the tranquil tropical oasis of DeSoto Square. Youll appreciate this 55+ gated community, with low dues, marvelous amenities, gorgeous grounds, an active lifestyle, and just 9 miles to the beaches with easy access to conveniences! WOW! Its ideal for permanent residence, seasonal get-away, or immediate rental opportunity. Its perfectly poised to enjoy both lush courtyard and sparkling water views and is sure to please! STEP INSIDE and be greeted by a tastefully updated interior with quality materials and craftsmanship. Youll immediately notice the luxury laminate plank flooring, stylish 2-panel doors with lever handles, 5-1/2 baseboards, 4 cove molding, plantation shutters, breezy ceiling fans, and creamy designer paint throughout! KITCHEN IS A CHEFS DELIGHT showcasing shaker-style soft-close cabinetry with undermount lighting, brush nickel hardware, gleaming granite with a stylish tile backsplash, deep bowl sinks with gooseneck faucet PLUS a versatile breakfast bar. Abundant storage options will keep you organized too. The polished stainless appliances complement the overall kitchen aesthetic. This well-equipped kitchen is topped off with a dome ceiling providing lots of additional light. ENTERTAINING AREAS- You will enjoy both the up front spacious living and dining rooms as well as the bonus room located just off the kitchen currently used as a den to kick back and enjoy your favorite movies and sport teams. OUTDOOR OASIS- Out-back a breezy lanai frames water and garden views providing a perfect place to start and end your day. Such sweet serenity! RESTFUL RETREATS- The owners suite features courtyard and water views through plantation shutters, a walk-in closet tucked behind a pocket door and an ensuite bathroom. This bath, also with a pocket door, has a dual sink vanity with shaker-style soft-close cabinetry, rectangular sinks and upgraded mirrors. The walk-in showers tiled enclosure with built-in shelves coordinates nicely with the floor tiling. Privately situated up front in the opposite corner is the second bedroom with plantation shutters, walk-in closet and an equally appointed adjacent bath. LAUNDRY CENTER- Youll appreciate the laundry center with a large capacity LG steam washer/dryer combo, convenient shelving and a clothes bar. STORAGE GALORE- Youll stay organized with the walk-in closets, clever shelving, ample cabinetry, and creative storage solutions throughout the condo. Also, theres an exterior secure storage area with both open and private storage spaces. NOTEWORTHY MENTIONS- 2023 WH, 2016 AC. DUES COVER internet, cable, water, sewer, trash, recycle, insurance, exterior and grounds maintenance, pest control, manager, and all amenities. TAKE A LEISURELY STROLL through the neighborhood featuring ponds, fountains and tropical landscaping. Relax around the fire-pit, cozy-up with a book in the gazebo, and grill your favorites to share with friends. This vibrant community offers a wide variety of activities and socials. ENJOY- clubhouse, banquet room, kitchen, library, media center, billiards, fitness, pool, patio, tennis, pickleball, and shuffleboard. Meticulous grounds! Friendly and helpful staff! Come Join the DeSoto Square Carefree Lifestyle Today!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15 x 11
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: Third
- Bedroom 2 Level: Third
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Family Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
- Living Room Dimensions: 18 x 15
- Family Room Level: Third
- Living Room Level: Third
- Extra Room-1 Description: Family Room
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Crown Molding
- Open Floorplan
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Window Features: Blinds, Shutters
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Common Area, Inside, Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 10 x 6
- Dining Room Level: Third
- Kitchen Dimensions: 15 x 11
- Kitchen Level: Third
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: COMMUNITY LAKE
Exterior and Lot Features
- Courtyard
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
- Storage
- Patio And Porch Features: Screened
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Dimensions: 13 x 6
- Porch Level: Third
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Solar Heat
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Guest, Open
Land Info
- Lot Description: Landscaped
Home Features
- View: Garden, Trees/Woods, Water
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Laundry, Maintenance, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association Fee: 478
- 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: 478
- Association Name: C&S | Bill McGann
- Association Phone: 9417589454
- Pets Allowed: No
- Senior Community: Yes
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 3
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, Park, Pool, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Courts
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Lake
- Annual Tax Amount: 2230
- 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: 2023
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Green Water Conservation: Irrigation-Reclaimed Water
- Area: 34205 - Bradenton
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: DESOTO SQUARE VILLAS
- Parcel Number: 4835319809
- Postal Code Plus 4: 8083
- 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: 43
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Mid Rise
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Sprinkler Recycled
- Street Lights
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public