5206 18TH AVENUE E

BRADENTON, FL 34208

Enjoy true Florida waterfront living in this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal-front home on the peaceful Braden River with quick boating access to Terra Ceia Bay, Tampa Bay, the Gulf, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Designed for boating enthusiasts, the property features a 59-foot Trex dock with a private 13,000 lb boat lift (boats sold separately) and a dedicated launch area for kayaks and jet skis. A newly built riverside tiki bar with power and water creates the perfect space for outdoor entertaining. Inside, the home offers an open floor plan with a split-bedroom (bedrooms have new carpet March 2026) layout and an upgraded kitchen featuring solid maple cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a pass-through bar ideal for indoor-outdoor gatherings. The living area with a brick-accent fireplace opens to a screened lanai spanning the rear of the home, where relaxing water views and beautiful sunsets can be enjoyed. Built with concrete-block construction, the home includes a new roof (2023), new windows, and polycarbonate hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. Located near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with no HOA or CDD fees, the property also features a fully fenced backyard, a 10x10 detached workshop, space for RV or boat trailer parking, and room to build a custom pool. Convenient to I-75, shopping, dining, and the UTC area, this move-in-ready waterfront property is ideal as a primary residence, vacation home, or investment opportunity. NO HOA! ROOM FOR A POOL!

Listing courtesy of SHOWTIME REALTY (240) 315-4672



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Last checked: 2026-03-07 01:58 AM EST