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$274,900

Move-in ready and beautifully updated, this first-floor Cypress Strand condo delivers the Florida lifestyle with a peaceful pond-and-preserve backdrop, impressive updates and an easy, low-maintenance feel. An attached one-car garage adds everyday convenience, while luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout means no carpet anywhere in the home. The bright, open main living area features a soaring vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan and wide views toward the water. Sliding glass doors lead to a huge covered and screened lanai with its own ceiling fan—an inviting outdoor living space for morning coffee, evening cocktails or simply enjoying the tranquil pond view and preserve beyond. The updated kitchen is both stylish and functional with stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, pantry storage and a sunny breakfast nook, while a separate dining area provides additional space for entertaining. The primary bedroom enjoys beautiful pond and preserve views, a ceiling fan, walk-in closet and an updated bath with a double-bowl vanity and abundant storage. The guest bedroom also features a ceiling fan and lovely views, with an updated full bath conveniently located just outside the room to create a comfortable guest wing. An in-unit washer and dryer complete the floor plan, and all appliances are included. Cypress Strand residents enjoy a clubhouse, heated pool and spa, tennis court and scenic walking areas, while condo fees provide extensive exterior and community maintenance including building exteriors and roofs, landscaping and irrigation, gutters, driveways and walkways, exterior window cleaning, association insurance, community amenity maintenance, sewer and trash service. Cable TV and internet service are also included. Tara Preserve adds even more lifestyle appeal with a community center, pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts, plus a calendar of social and recreational activities. Golfers will love having The Preserve Golf Club right within Tara Preserve, a privately owned, public-access course offering pay-as-you-play golf and optional memberships, with no mandatory golf membership required. Shopping, dining and everyday services along State Road 70 are close at hand, with convenient access to I-75, Lakewood Ranch and University Town Center, plus easy access to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, downtown Sarasota and the Gulf Coast beaches. With updated interiors, first-floor convenience, an attached garage, exceptional community amenities and a relaxing water-and-preserve view, this Cypress Strand condo is ready to enjoy from day one.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ A4702407 MLS ⋅ 8 BLDG.

7146 Strand Circle, East Bradenton

Listing courtesy of ESTAVAL. 941-241-4100

$250,000

There are homes that simply provide shelter, and then there are homes that quietly invite you to slow down and stay awhile. Perched on the second story in the desirable Cypress Strand community of Tara, this beautifully updated residence welcomes you with soaring ceilings, rich upgraded wood stairs, and an abundance of natural light that draws your eyes toward the peaceful pond beyond. Mature cypress trees frame the water, creating a tranquil backdrop that changes beautifully with the seasons—a view that feels more like a private retreat than a neighborhood. Inside, new laminate wood flooring flows throughout the living spaces, blending warmth with effortless maintenance. The kitchen is both timeless and functional, featuring solid Corian countertops, generous workspace, and an open design that keeps conversations flowing whether you're preparing dinner or entertaining friends. The spacious living area opens effortlessly toward the serene water views, while the elevated second-story location offers both privacy and a peaceful vantage point over the landscape below. High ceilings create an airy sense of openness that makes every room feel larger, brighter, and inviting. Located within the sought-after Tara community, this home offers the flexibility of no mandatory golf membership, allowing you to enjoy the exceptional location without the added expense of golf dues. Just minutes from I-75, University Town Center, world-renowned Gulf beaches, Jiggs Landing, the Braden River, and Tom Bennett Park, you'll enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, outdoor recreation, boating, kayaking, walking trails, and everything the Sarasota and Bradenton area has to offer. The Tara Master Association fee is $1,126.75 annually, and the Cypress Strand Association fee is $1,046 quarterly. These comprehensive fees provide exceptional value by covering maintenance of the common areas, Xfinity cable and high-speed internet, access to the community pool, clubhouse, and lighted tennis court, insurance for the building (excluding personal contents), annual roof, driveway, and walkway power washing, yearly backflow inspections, annual dryer vent cleaning, and annual fire extinguisher and sprinkler system inspections—allowing for a truly low-maintenance lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a seasonal escape, this is a home where mornings begin with reflections dancing across the pond, evenings settle beneath the silhouettes of towering cypress trees, and every day feels just a little more peaceful than the last. Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher, and Oven included. Owner would prefer to keep Washer and Dryer.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ A4701026 MLS ⋅ N/A BLDG.

7092 Strand Circle, East Bradenton

Listing courtesy of BLUE SKY REAL ESTATE. 941-923-8222