• Home type

    Single family

  • Year built

    1988

  • Lot size

    5,550 sq ft

  • Price per sq ft

    $217

  • Taxes

    $5063 / Yr

  • Last updated

    Today

  • Views

    5


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Overview

Discover why 5708 Garden Lakes Fern is the ultimate choice for discerning buyers seeking a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. This exceptional ranch home is newly remodeled, freshly painted and move-in ready! A 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, split floor plan single family home nestled on a serene cul–de-sac in the very desirable 55+ gated community of Garden Lakes. Rarely available location backs up to a nature preserve with scenic nature walking paths and mature tree lined streets. Make this property your top priority on your home-buying journey. Here’s why: the beautifully remodeled kitchen features elegant soft-close wood cabinets, stunning custom granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, and a large pantry, conveniently adjacent to the laundry room. The expansive great room and dining area include high ceilings and also feature a wet bar with custom tile backsplash that’s ideal for entertaining guests; the extra large sliding glass doors situated along the rear wall provide lots of natural light and a private view of the nature preserve. The master bedroom includes a large walk-in closet and additional closet with ample storage, sliding doors to the enclosed lanai, and connected to an ensuite bathroom with remodeled granite top dual sink vanity and separate toilet area with walk-in shower and built-in bench. The floor plan offers options for a separate bedroom, or office, and bathroom secluded from the main areas of the home for privacy or guests. The enclosed lanai with a recently installed oversized paver courtyard, provides a peaceful retreat overlooking a lush nature preserve, a perfect space for hosting gatherings or enjoying quiet evenings surrounded by natural beauty. In addition to the amenities & maintenance free lifestyle you'll enjoy having your cable, internet, trash & irrigation covered in your Association fees. New HVAC system and hot water heater installed in 2023. New, modern, ceiling fans and lighting have been installed throughout. Garden Lakes Community offers a resort-style living experience with a host of amenities and a packed active social calendar with a variety of events and activities, such as BYOB Happy Hours, jam sessions, potlucks, crafts and more, making it easy to connect with your neighbors. The clubhouse complex includes a heated pool, fitness room, tennis/pickle ball and shuffleboard courts, and a newly updated community kitchen, meeting room, community room, & library. This nature immersed community is a rare find, it’s hard to believe how close you are to golfing, shopping, dining, entertainment, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, and I75. Residents say, “We love living here”. Garden Lakes is more than just a neighborhood– it's the key to the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Schedule a tour, fall in love, and make this your home today!


Interior

Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms

  • Total bathrooms: 2
  • Full baths: 2

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Inside
  • Laundry Room
  • Washer Hookup

Cooling

  • Central Air

Heating

  • Central, Electric

Fireplace

  • None

Features

  • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Solid-Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments

Levels

  • One

Size

  • 1,838 sq ft

Exterior

Private Pool

  • None

Patio & Porch

  • Enclosed, Patio

Roof

  • Tile

Garage

  • Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Carport

  • None

Year Built

  • 1988

Lot Size

  • 0.13 acres
  • 5,550 sq ft

Waterfront

  • No

Water Source

  • Public

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

Community Info

Taxes

  • Annual amount: $5,062.62
  • Tax year: 2024

Senior Community

  • Yes

Features

  • Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)

Location

  • City: Bradenton
  • County/Parrish: Manatee
  • Township: 35S

Listing courtesy of: Joe Prokop, PROKOP REALTY INC, 941-388-7342

Source: Stellar
MLS ID: A4640679

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Community Key Facts

Garden Lakes Village

Age Restrictions

  • 55+

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Homes in Community

  • Total Homes: 135
  • Home Types: Single-Family, Attached

Gated

  • Yes

Construction

  • Construction Dates: 1984 - 2002

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