$216,495
14 Lafayette StreetBradenton, FL 34208
Listing updated: October 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · Jenni Burnette · MLS #A4695454 · Active · 941-349-4411Property type
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About this home
MOVE IN READY!! Welcome home to this updated, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence nestled in a quaint and historic 55+ community, located only 12 miles from Anna Maria Island. HOA $400 AND BOAT DOCKS $300 ANNUALLY . This unique home is one of only five homes in this community with a special private waterway behind their property (198 homes in the community). This home offers a rare combination of privacy and tranquility, featuring a secluded rear retreat with a serene freshwater stream. Relax on your private deck, complete with a versatile hot tub that's perfect for soothing soaks during cooler months and refreshing dips during the summer. Just four houses away from the large waterway where the Braden River empties into the Manatee River. From your living room window, you can relax watch boats driving up and down the river. The living room and eat-in kitchen provide comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Both bedrooms have good closet space. The home has been thoughtfully updated with a metal roof in 2020, HVAC system in 2024, whole house water filtration system, replacement of the main water supply line from the meter to the home and luxury vinyl plank flooring--offering peace of mind and modern comfort. There is an extended carport on one side of the home and a dedicated covered golf cart parking on the other, along with a screened porch ideal for enjoying Florida's beautiful weather year-round. The community itself is a hidden gem, featuring a large 700 ft long fishing pier with a cleaning station. This seller says he has caught some amazing fish here. Amenities for Park Residents include a boat launching ramp, wet docks and dry docs are available. Residents enjoy an active social calendar during the seasonal months. Amenities include: A community center (which can be rented out by residents for gatherings), A cottage is available to rent for $65 a night for your overflow of guests when needed and an RV parking area. There is a Men's Clubhouse, Ladies Clubhouse and Shuffleboard Courts making it easy to meet neighbors and stay engaged. Whether you're seeking a year-round residence, seasonal getaway, or retirement retreat, this charming property offers exceptional value, natural beauty, and an unbeatable Florida lifestyle.
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history100 days on market
- Status: ActiveAug 14, 2026
- Listed$245,000Jun 1, 2026
- Price reduced$216,495
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 100
- Subdivision
- Braden Castle Park
- County
- Manatee
- Year built
- 1925
- Living area
- 881 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $246
- Building area
- 1,276 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 2,657 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- AE (12081C0168F)
- Annual taxes
- $2,547 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 1139600009
- Zoning
- R4
- MLS #
- A4695454
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl
- Appliances
- Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Outside
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Parking
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $400 / Annually
- Monthly HOA
- $33/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $33/mo
- Total annual fees
- $400
- HOA name
- Tina Blair
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 6 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Must own the property for 3 years before it can be rented. Tenants must get backfound check before renting. Buyer to confirm rental restrictions with the office.
- Approval process
- The required association approval usually takes 48 hours.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Awning(s), Private Mailbox
- Construction materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Concrete
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
- Senior community
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Living Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Bathroom 1 | First | |
| Bathroom 2 | First | |
| Florida Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-27
- On market date
- 2026-06-01
- Original list price
- $245,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34208 - Bradenton/Braden River
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-08-14
- Tax legal description
- LOT 68 BRADEN CASTLE PARK PI#11396.0000/9
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From State Route 64, turn onto 27th St. East, turn right on Braden Castle, then turn left on . Take it until the road ends, turn right on Layfayette. This home will be the second home on the left. Yellow with pink trim.
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