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  • $190,000

    4868 INDEPENDENCE DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL 34210

    2beds
    1,389sqft
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    $2,088/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1981
    -- sqft lot
    $179,900 Zestimate®
    $137/sqft
    $767/mo HOA

    What's special

    Modern lightingSingle-level livingNew faucetsEnclosed lanaiPeaceful lake viewsLarge pantryUpdated sinks
    Please present your best offer, Seller is Motivated! Enjoy effortless first-floor Florida waterfront living just miles from the sugar-sand beaches of Anna Maria Island in the highly sought-after, Bayfront Mount Vernon community. This first-floor residence provides easy single-level living and features tile flooring throughout with crown molding, creating a clean, cohesive look with timeless appeal. Both bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled with updated sinks, modern lighting, quartz countertops, new faucets, mirrors, shelving, and toilets, delivering a fresh, spa-like feel. The spacious great room is filled with natural light, offering peaceful lake views and a flexible layout ideal for both comfortable daily living and entertaining. The great room easily accommodates a full seating area and dining space and opens seamlessly to the enclosed lanai, creating a relaxed indoor-outdoor flow.. The kitchen is designed for both functionality and style with updated wood cabinetry, a convenient breakfast bar, 2021 appliances, a large pantry, and laundry conveniently located under counter for everyday ease and efficiency. A standout and rarely available feature of this condo is the large, outdoor locked storage room, ideal for bikes, beach gear, tools, or hobby equipment, an exceptional and highly desirable bonus within the community. Residents of Mount Vernon enjoy an active, resort-style lifestyle featuring a clubhouse, heated swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, fitness center, walking and biking trails, a kayak launch and storage, a bayfront covered pavilion with grills, boat slips and boat ramp providing access to the Gulf of America (only $25 one time fee, with availability). The community also offers workshop and hobby rooms along with a variety of social clubs and activities, creating a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. This premier 55+ neighborhood offers an ideal blend of convenience, comfort, and resort-style amenities, with outstanding proximity to the region’s most desirable destinations. Downtown Sarasota, the beautiful beaches of Longboat Key with world-renowned Lido Key and Siesta Key located all within close proximity, making it easy to enjoy Sarasota’s cultural scene and Gulf Coast beaches. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is also close by. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence or a seasonal retreat, this home offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of Bradenton’s most desirable 55+ communities. One or more photos is Virtually Staged. Call for your Showing Today!
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    Listed by:

    Pam Bailey 941-777-5039,

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-383-6411

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4706932MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Stone Counters, Dual Closets
      • Level: First
      • Area: 224 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16x14
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x13
      Balcony porch lanai
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 112 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14x8
      Foyer
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 36 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6x6
      Great room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 464 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16x29
      Kitchen
      • Features: Built-In Shelving, Pantry
      • Level: First
      • Area: 150 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x10
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Humidity Control
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Tile
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,615
      • Total interior livable area: 1,389 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Carport
      • Carport spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Exterior features: Private Entrance, Storage
      • Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Lake
      • Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Lake, Waterfront, Lake Front, Saltwater Canal Access
      Lot
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 7655819758
      • Zoning: PDR
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Block
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1981

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Bay/Harbor Front, Canal Front, Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Lake, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Senior community: Yes
      • Subdivision: MOUNT VERNON PH 3
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Fidelity Bond, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
      • HOA fee: $767 monthly
      • HOA name: Robby Angel
      • HOA phone: 941-792-0595
      Location
      • Region: Bradenton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $137/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $204,000
      • Annual tax amount: $3,489
      • Date on market: 9/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 42 days
      • Listing terms: Cash
      • Ownership: Condominium
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $179,900

        $171,000 - $189,000

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/24/2026Listed for sale$190,000$137/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4706932 Report a problem
        6/25/2026Listing removed$190,000$137/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4678566 Report a problem
        4/23/2026Price change$190,000-17.4%$137/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4678566 Report a problem
        2/27/2026Price change$230,000-9.8%$166/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4678566 Report a problem
        1/22/2026Listed for sale$255,000+10.9%$184/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4678566 Report a problem
        5/18/2005Sold$230,000+130%$166/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/5/2001Sold$100,000$72/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,061 -12.3%$204,000 -6%
        2024$3,489 -0.6%$216,953 +10%
        2023$3,511 +18.3%$197,230 +10%
        2022$2,968 +13.4%$179,300 +10%
        2021$2,618 +1.3%$163,000 +1.9%
        2020$2,584 -5.6%$160,000 -5.3%
        2019$2,737 $169,000 +8.3%
        2018$2,737 +6.3%$156,000 +7.6%
        2017$2,575 +34.8%$145,000 +1.4%
        2016$1,910 $143,000 +14.9%
        2015$1,910 $124,500 +9.8%
        2014$1,910 +6.3%$113,425 +7.2%
        2013$1,796 +179541%$105,817 +16.3%
        2012$1 $90,975 -1.1%
        2011$1 $92,033 -3.6%
        2010-- $95,463 -13.2%
        2009$1,886 -20.3%$110,028 -30%
        2008$2,367 -15.5%$157,183 -13.9%
        2007$2,801 -7.5%$182,545
        2006$3,027 +158.1%$182,545 +95.3%
        2005$1,173 +2.6%$93,491 +3%
        2004$1,143 +0.8%$90,768 +1.9%
        2003$1,133 +2.9%$89,076 +2.4%
        2002$1,102 +118.6%$86,988 +60.3%
        2001$504 +3.7%$54,270 +3%
        2000$486 $52,689
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 34210

        Getting around

        29 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        19 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

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