$325,000
SOLD AUG 27, 2025

5524 20th St W Bradenton, FL 34207

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,588 Sq Ft
9,583 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$205 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Great Room
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Mature Landscaping

About This Home

As of August 2025

Move-in ready and full of updates! This Bradenton beauty has it all—brand-new roof and freshly painted exterior (2024), updated electrical and plumbing, hurricane-impact windows, water heater, plus a mini-split A/C system that’s both efficient and budget-friendly. The fully updated kitchen shines with quartz countertops, and the refinished terrazzo floors add retro charm with a fresh sparkle. The spacious primary bedroom features a beautifully updated en suite bathroom and a cozy sitting area—perfect for relaxing, reading, or creating a home office. Just off the kitchen and tucked behind the carport, you’ll find a versatile bonus room, it’s the perfect catch-all area—ideal for a mudroom, or hobby space. Outside, enjoy the screened lanai, large, fenced backyard, and a roomy shed for extra storage. The newly asphalted driveway is just another bonus. This well-loved and carefully maintained home shows true pride of ownership. Major updates and high-ticket items have already been taken care of, giving you peace of mind from day one. From the moment you step inside, you'll see it’s move-in ready—just bring your things and start enjoying your new space.
Conveniently located near dining, shopping, health care, and just a short drive to Sarasota and the airport. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Doreen McCarthy

LESLIE WELLS REALTY, INC. Brokerage Phone: 941-776-5571 License #650481 Listed on: 07/18/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Cristina Romero

CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES License #3419820

CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $895

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 9,448 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x135
  • East Facing Home
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Property is zoned RSF6

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,588 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Terrazzo
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Varns Sub Community
  • Varns Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$895

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

9,448 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1588
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Building Area Total: 1768
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9448
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: W
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 164.25
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 204.66
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 941-776-5571
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Terrazzo
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 147.53

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Covered, Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: Public
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Other
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RSF6
  • Parcel Number: 6071900002
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced
  • Lot Features: City Limits, Landscaped, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Dimensions: 70x135
  • Flood Zone Code: x

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 894.94
  • Tax Book Number: 10-34
  • Tax Lot: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2025
Closed on
Aug 27, 2025
Sold by
Herring Eileen M and Herring James D
Bought by
Mendoza Jesus Alvarado and Martinez Yesenia Mendoza
Seller's Agent
Doreen McCarthy
LESLIE WELLS REALTY, INC.
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Romero
CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES
List Price
$339,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-4.13%
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$319,452

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,548
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.93%
Original Mortgage
$308,750
Outstanding Balance
$308,750
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,702

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2011
Closed on
Apr 20, 2012
Sold by
Palawski James J and Santoli Richard A
Bought by
Herring Eileen M and Herring James D
Seller's Agent
Barbara Greenberg
ROSEBAY INTERNATIONAL REALTY, INC
Buyer's Agent
Donna Wilcox
LIMBO COMPANY SARASOTA ASSOC
List Price
$50,000
Sold Price
$50,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.04%
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2010
Sold by
Cunningham Abby Lee and The Estate Of Kenneth Cunningh
Bought by
Palawski James J and Santoli Richard A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2002
Sold by
Loria Guido A Brenes
Bought by
Cunningham Kenneth J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,290
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 Barnes Walker Title
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $50,000 None Available
Trustee Deed $41,300 Attorney
Warranty Deed $89,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $308,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $40,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $91,290 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Sold $325,000 -4.1% $205 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $339,000 +578.0% $213 / Sq Ft
04/20/2012 04/20/12 Sold $50,000 0.0% $31 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/17/2012 03/17/12 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2011 11/11/11 For Sale $50,000 -- $31 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $895 $84,127 -- --
2024 $895 $81,756 -- --
2023 $854 $79,375 $0 $0
2022 $809 $77,063 $0 $0
2021 $753 $74,818 $0 $0
2020 $770 $73,785 $0 $0
2019 $756 $72,126 $0 $0
2018 $745 $70,781 $0 $0
2017 $694 $69,325 $0 $0
2016 $615 $56,855 $0 $0
2015 $1,013 $51,611 $0 $0
2014 $1,013 $52,489 $0 $0
2013 $935 $48,155 $13,350 $34,805
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4658971

Stellar MLS

APN: 60719-0000-2

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