609 Sand Crane Ct

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This is the ideal Florida home. Located in the Waterlefe Golf and River Club in East Manatee County. The community is rare find in that it offers both Championship Golf, AND Boating with access to the Manatee River, and the Gulf of Mexico too!     The home is an open plan that features volume… Read More

10213 Discovery Terrace Waterlefe

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10213 Discovery Terrace Bradenton, FL 34212 Waterlefe Golf and River Club The original owner had their pick of the street when they designed and built this home..  They picked the “best” lot on the street. It’s huge, over .60 acres, At the end of the cul-de-sac, and it has impressive golf, lake, and preserve views…. Read More

Are new home builders pulling market values down in Manatee County, FL?

I have been working with a buyer this week, and after seeing all the resale inventory including short sales, and foreclosures they decided on a new build.  What is amazing to me is that the deal they got with the local builder is BETTER than any of the comparable resales in that area. A resale… Read More

514 30TH E AVE- Bradenton Duplex

115k Unique Duplex- Not a short sale

Looks can be deceiving .  Would you like a home,  that has a “conforming” apartment that can be rented out? This property is zoned duplex, but it does not look like a “typical” duplex unit.  This could be a great option for someone that would like a home with some income potential.  It could be… Read More

746 Foggy Morn Lane- Waterlefe

Great curb appeal, privat pool area

Charming 2/2/den maintenance free villa located in prestigious golfing and boating community.  Home features many upgrades including corian counters and upgraded cabinets.  Located on private preserve lot with oversized pool in screened lanai. Quality furniture available in separate agreement at closing. Fresh exterior paint and new AC in Feb 09. Waterlefe amenities include fine dining,… Read More

Manatee real estate inventory stable?- The numbers don’t lie (2009 in Review)

This past 4th quarter has been busy as compared to the previous year. This can be attributed to the 8,000 first time home buyer tax credit, and also to the lower overall sales prices. In December there was 442 SALES compared with December of 2008 when only 328 homes closed. Pending sales have also increased… Read More