5206 18TH AVENUE
BRADENTON, FL 34208
About this home
WATER FRONT LIVING W/ DIRECT ACCESS TO THE MANATEE RIVER AND BEYOND! 13,000 LB BOAT LIFT! Located on a quiet street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy true Florida waterfront living with direct boating access and a private dock. This canal-front lot is positioned perfectly with almost a quarter acre of land. The outdoor space is where this home truly shines. An extensive Trex waterfront deck creates the perfect gathering spot, while the 13,000-pound boat lift makes it easy to keep your boat ready for your next adventure. Cruise the Braden River, explore the Manatee River, enjoy waterfront dining, or head out toward the Gulf of Mexico without the restrictions of a typical inland property. Inside, the home offers a comfortable and functional layout with nearly 1,900+ square feet of living space. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof (2023), hurricane-rated windows and doors with clear polycarbonate storm protection, updated kitchen and bathroom finishes, custom oak cabinetry, granite countertops, and wood-look tile throughout the main living areas. The combination of updates and classic Florida charm creates a home that is move-in ready. Beyond the home itself is where this property comes to life. Watch for native wildlife including birds, manatees, fish, and other river visitors that make every day feel like a retreat. You can fish right from your backyard and catch some of Florida's most prized species. With no HOA fees, a private waterfront lifestyle, and convenient access to I-75, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this property offers the best of both worlds—peaceful riverfront living without feeling removed from everything. Surrounded by everything but feels as if you're a world away. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence, a winter escape, or a place where boating and outdoor living become part of your daily routine, this Braden River waterfront home delivers a lifestyle that's becoming increasingly hard to find. Come see for yourself today!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 1,913 sqft
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets…
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 10,062 sqft (0.23 ac)
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Roof
- Shingle
- Construction
- Block, Stucco
- Exterior
- Garden, Hurricane Shutters, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters…
Parking
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Financial
- Annual tax
- $2,232 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $353/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1974
- Subdivision
- MAGNOLIA MANOR RIVER SEC
- County
- Manatee
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- William H. Bashaw Elementary
- Middle
- Carlos E. Haile Middle
- High
- Braden River High
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- Today
- MLS #
- MFR801518111
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Michael Cook · FINE PROPERTIES
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Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 19 comparable sales within 2 miles of BRADENTON, FL. priced under RENA ValiQ.
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Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $3,593/mo
- Property tax
- $506/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
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Price historySample data
Reference timeline for $675,000. Live MLS history swaps in with the Stellar feed.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08 | Listing updated | $675,000 | — |
| 2026-03 | Price changed | $675,000 | −$40,500 |
| 2025-12 | Listed | $715,500 | — |
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Location
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