5812 GARDEN LAKES FERN, Bradenton, FL, 34203 | $365,000

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Move-In Ready & Worry-Free. This free-standing home in an over 55 community, has significant UPDATES that bring you PEACE OF MIND. This one outshines the rest. ALL THE MAJOR UPDATES HAVE BEEN MADE. HURRICANE windows & doors, AC & WATER HEATER (2023) TILE ROOF (2016) KITCHEN W GRANITE - pull outs, soft close drawers & doors. NEWER STAINLESS appliances. Washer/dryer (2025). UPDATED BATHS, with large format tiles and furniture style vanities. Light, LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORS and high baseboards throughout. PLANTATION SHUTTERS & roll-down blinds. Added insulation saves on electric bill. Clean, bright and open with vaulted ceilings in main living area, this home is MOVE-IN READY with NO wallpaper or strong colors. Exterior low voltage landscape lights. Step into the bright, EXPANSIVE, air-conditioned FLORIDA ROOM (12 x 19), and outside to a massive (538 sq ft), screened patio with privacy at the rear, for relaxing, entertaining & making the most of the Florida lifestyle. Speaking of lifestyle – this gated community offers mature landscaping and tree lined walking paths, RESORT-STYLE amenities w heated pool, fitness center, fitness classes, library, clubhouse with kitchen, tennis & pickle ball and full calendar of social events – AFFORDABLE community FEES also includes lawn maintenance, cable, internet & exterior painting every 7-8 years. NO CDD fees. EXCELLENT location, on the edge of Manatee & Sarasota counties and close to all types of shopping, restaurants, healthcare & beaches, golf, parks & airports. Skip the stress of “projects” and start living.

Features

  • Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Pool
  • Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Baths: 2 full
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Style: Other, Ranch
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Garage: 2-car
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Approx Sq. Feet: 1,569
  • Acreage: 0.07
  • Est. Taxes: $1,966
  • HOA Fee: $400 Quarterly
  • Condo Fee: $697 Quarterly
  • View: Garden
  • Adult Communities: Yes
  • Pet Policy: Breed Restrictions, Dogs OK
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • MLS#: A4652876
  • Days on Market: 1 day
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5812 GARDEN LAKES FERN, Bradenton, FL, 34203

$365,000

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William Raveis Real Estate

Phone: 888.699.8876

Contact@raveis.com

Melissa Cohn

RVP, Mortgage Banker

William Raveis Mortgage, LLC

Phone: 917.838.7300

Melissa.Cohn@raveis.com

NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 16953

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Conforming*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
Loan Amount $292,000 $292,000 $292,000
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 6.875% 6.990% 5.990%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 7.360% 7.179% 6.288%
Monthly Tax Payment $164 $164 $164
H/O Insurance Payment $75 $75 $75
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $1,918 $1,941 $2,462
Total Monthly Payment $2,157 $2,180 $2,701

* The Initial Interest Rate and Initial Principal & Interest Payment are fixed for the first and adjust every six months thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. The Interest Rate and annual percentage rate may increase after consummation. The Index for this product is the SOFR. The margin for this adjustable rate mortgage may vary with your unique credit history, and terms of your loan.

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