**Charming Move-In Ready Cottage in Premier 55+ Waterfront Community** IMPORTANT to mention, This home has never flooded, nor has it had any issues from the past storms. Discover this adorable 1934, 854 sq ft cottage (with an additional 155+ sq foot office and front entry) featuring 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, plus a versatile Florida room perfect for a home office, craft space, or guest area. This delightful home boasts fresh new laminate flooring throughout the dining and living room areas, creating a modern and low-maintenance living experience. OPTIONAL: FULLY FURNISHED, or if preferred, it can be emptied Your choice! Located in an exceptional 55+ waterfront golf cart community, this property offers resort-style living with an incredible array of amenities and activities. **Home Features:** - Move-in ready condition - 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom + bonus room - 854 square feet of comfortable living space - New laminate flooring in main living areas - No flooding history - Golf cart accessible **Outstanding Community Amenities:** - **Dual Clubhouses:** Separate men's and women's clubhouses for social gatherings - **Recreation Galore:** Library, sewing room, fitness equipment, puzzle tables, shuffleboard courts, and pool table - **Waterfront Paradise:** 700-foot fishing pier and full marina with wet/dry boat docks - **Boating Access:** Direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, Manatee River, and Braden River - **Event Spaces:** Community hall and leisure hall for gatherings and activities - **Nearby Recreation:** Braden Castle Park offers additional fun activities for residents This active 55 and up community provides the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation, for a low $400/year HOA with an optional assigned boat slip for an additional $300/year. Whether you enjoy fishing from the expansive pier, boating to the Gulf, staying active in the fitness center, or socializing in the clubhouses. The golf cart-friendly layout makes it easy to navigate between all amenities and visit with neighbors. Ideal for those seeking a vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle in a water-lover's paradise!
Sold for $167,500
$167,500
17 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL 34208
1beds
854sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1934
1,830 Square Feet Lot
$166,700 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$1,779 Estimated rent
Home value
$166,700
$153,000 - $182,000
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Listed by:
Jessica Nehrboss 941-822-3235,
LPT REALTY, LLC 877-366-2213
Bought with:
Collette Quinehan, 3219393
HORIZON REALTY INTERNATIONAL
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4654279
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bathroom 1
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x8
Dining room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x9
Florida room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Foyer
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x4
Kitchen
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x8
Laundry
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x6
Living room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Built-in Features, Thermostat
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,226
- Total interior livable area: 854 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage, Boat Slip
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Marina, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Marina,River
- Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Access, River Access, Boat Ramp - Private, Fishing Pier
- Body of water: MANATEE RIVER BRADEN RIVER
Lot
- Size: 1,830 Square Feet
- Features: Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: 1151500004
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1934
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Dock, Fishing, River, Clubhouse
- Security: Security System
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: BRADEN CASTLE PARK
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Recreational Facilities
- HOA fee: $33 monthly
- HOA name: Tina
- HOA phone: 941-746-7700
Location
- Region: Bradenton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,505
- Annual tax amount: $1,870
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 106 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $167,500-14.1%$196/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4654279 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Pending sale | $195,000$228/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4654279 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+926.3%$228/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4654279 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/1997 | Sold | $19,000$22/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,970 +5.3% | $95,324 +10% |
| 2024 | $1,870 +3.2% | $86,658 +10% |
| 2023 | $1,812 +8.6% | $78,780 +10% |
| 2022 | $1,668 +11% | $71,618 +10% |
| 2021 | $1,503 +20.3% | $65,107 +10% |
| 2020 | $1,250 +16.5% | $59,188 +10% |
| 2019 | $1,073 | $53,807 -0.2% |
| 2018 | $1,073 -1.2% | $53,910 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $1,087 +1.9% | $51,660 -2.4% |
| 2016 | $1,066 | $52,951 -2% |
| 2015 | $1,066 | $54,038 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $1,066 +1.9% | $52,694 +3% |
| 2013 | $1,046 +104532% | $51,159 -5.2% |
| 2012 | $1 | $53,980 -2% |
| 2011 | $1 | $55,103 -8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $60,070 -10% |
| 2009 | $1,289 -4.4% | $66,724 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,348 +3.7% | $66,636 -3.5% |
| 2007 | $1,301 +1.9% | $69,023 +11.5% |
| 2006 | $1,276 +10.3% | $61,912 +13.2% |
| 2005 | $1,157 +3.7% | $54,714 +5% |
| 2004 | $1,115 +23.9% | $52,128 +23.1% |
| 2003 | $901 +4.1% | $42,361 +4.5% |
| 2002 | $865 +15.2% | $40,530 +11.9% |
| 2001 | $751 -2.6% | $36,215 -0.9% |
| 2000 | $771 | $36,554 |
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Neighborhood: 34208
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