5206 18th Ave Bradenton, FL 34208

Listing details for 5206 18th Ave, Bradenton, FL 34208 : Classic Florida, WATERFRONT living meets modern comfort in this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home on the peaceful BRADEN RIVER. Just minutes to Terra Ceia Bay, Tampa Bay, and the Gulf, this CANAL-FRONT property offers quick boating access to the ICW and generous waterside space for multiple vessels and trailers. Boaters will love the 59' TREX DOCK equipped with a PRIVATE 13,000 LB BOAT LIFT SYSTEM and a DEDICATED RAMP for kayaks and jet skis. A new outdoor tiki bar facing the river comes with power and water supply further expanding your outdoor living and entertaining spaces. NEW ROOF (2023) and NEW WINDOWS with polycarbonate HURRICANE SHUTTERS give PEACE OF MIND for this CONCRETE-BLOCK CONSTRUCTION with ZERO STORM DAMAGE and ZERO FLOOD CLAIMS in its history. Ideally positioned near the end of a cul-de-sac with zero HOA or CDD fees for exceptional privacy and freedom. Inside, an open floor plan with split bedroom arrangement highlights an upgraded kitchen with solid maple cabinetry, quartz counters, and a pass-through bar for outdoor entertaining. A brick-clad fireplace makes for a cozy space for lounging complete with access to a screened lanai where serene water views spanning the entire length of the home await you—perfect for taking in the beauty of glowing sunsets and the surrounding nature. Your pets are free to roam in the spacious backyard that's fully fenced complete with a 10x10 detached workshop, providing additional flex space for hobbies and storage needs. There's even space for an RV pad with gate access and plenty of room to build a custom pool of your dreams. Bring your boats, recreational vehicles, and trailers—this move-in ready home delivers the charm of Old Florida with the comfort and convenience of modern living. Ideal as a primary residence, vacation retreat, or income property. Convenient to I-75, shopping, dining, and the UTC Mall. Book a private tour today and see where the magic of water views, coastal breezes, and nature's wildlife enhance the everyday experience!