$1,795,000

1625 1ST AVENUE E, Bradenton, FL 34208

  • 3 beds |
  • 3 baths |
  • 2,028 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1920
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.42acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $885/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 12 days ago

Property Description

**BOATER’S PARADISE – RARE DIRECT ACCESS RIVERFRONT WITH EXCELLENT WATER FRONTAGE** Welcome to a truly exceptional waterfront retreat—rarely available and magnificently restored Key West–style home offering over 100 feet of direct-access river frontage with no HOA fees or restrictions. Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street, this private oasis delivers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Manatee River from your own backyard. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the private 120 foot long dock equipped with electric, water, and a brand-new 16,000 lb boat lift—providing effortless access to the river, Tampa Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, and nearby waterfront dining. Enjoy unforgettable sunsets and even fireworks displays right from your dock. This home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Original details such as glass doorknobs, clawfoot tubs, pine hardwood floors, crown molding, wainscoting, French doors, and intricate woodwork are complemented by thoughtful upgrades throughout. The spacious interior boasts soaring 10-foot and vaulted ceilings, filling the home with natural light and an airy coastal feel. The fully updated kitchen features 42” cabinetry, new granite countertops, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, custom lighting, tile backsplash, and new tile flooring and is adjacent to a quaint semi private sitting area which is perfect as a reading or relaxing place. Step outside and experience true Florida living with multiple outdoor spaces, including three covered porches, a second-floor observation/sunning deck, and a stunning newly resurfaced heated pool with an electric heater and gas spa. A unique copper outdoor shower adds to the resort-style ambiance. The 1 bedroom renovated pool house with a private bathroom offers incredible flexibility—ideal as a guest suite, fourth bedroom, home office, or studio. Designed for comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind, the home includes: * Hurricane-impact windows and doors throughout * Whole-home generator with 500-gallon owned propane tank and smartphone control * Solar panel system with app monitoring * Whole-home security system with cameras and remote access * Mosquito Nix misting system for full perimeter coverage The fully fenced property is lushly landscaped with tropical plantings including pineapple, banana, coconut, lemon, lime, and mango trees—creating your own private paradise. Located in the historic city of Manatee, you are very close to the Bradenton Riverwalk and just minutes to downtown Bradenton’s vibrant restaurants, bars, and farmers market. Enjoy a quick 5-minute boat ride to Pier 22, easy access to I-75, and proximity to top-rated schools such as St. Stephen’s and IMG Academy. Move-in ready and truly one-of-a-kind, this property offers the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Investors welcome. Furniture available upon request. Schedule your private showing today and experience riverfront living at its finest.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
June 15, 2026
Data Last Updated:
June 24, 2026 at 1:22PM
Listing Office:
REALTY BY DESIGN LLC : 941-779-4509
Listing Agent:
Brian ODonnell : 941-779-4509
MLS ID:
A4696994
  • General: Built-in FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fans(s)Crown MoldingHigh CeilingsLiving Room/Dining Room ComboSolid Surface CountersSplit BedroomStone CountersThermostatVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
  • Laundry: InsideLaundry Room
  • Flooring: VinylWood
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • General: BalconyOutdoor ShowerSprinkler MeteredStorageIn Ground
  • Style: Key West
  • Other Structures: OtherShed(s)PorchFront PorchDeckRear PorchSide PorchCovered
  • Pool: GuniteHeatedIn Ground
  • Parking: Alley AccessBoatDriveway
  • Roofing: Metal
  • Windows: BlindsShuttersThermal WindowsWindow Treatments
  • General: FrameWood SidingOneCrawlspace
  • Road/Access: Asphalt
  • Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
  • County: Manatee
  • Zoning: T3A PART OF BLK "A" C. H. DAVIS'S RESUB AS RECORDED IN PB 1 PG 271 BEING MORE PARTICULARY DESC AS FOLLOWS: THE ELY 62.45 FT OF BLK "A" OF SD C. H. DAVIS'S RESUB TOGETHER WITH THE W 20 FT OF A 40 FT R/W PLATTED LAFAYETTE STREET ADJOINING SD BLK "A" LYIN G AND BEING IN SEC 30 TWP 34S RGE 18E; SUBJ TO INGRESS/EGRESS EASMT ACROSS THE WLY 5 FT OF THE ABOVE DESC1250500059
  • View: PoolWater
  • Fencing: VinylWire
  • Utilities: Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedPropanePublicSewer ConnectedSprinkler MeterWater Connected
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: Stellar MLS
  • Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Brian ODonnell , REALTY BY DESIGN LLC

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