$187,500
SOLD JUN 27, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
796 Sq Ft
1,699 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$236 Per Sq Ft

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Access
  • Active Adult
  • River View
  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Custom Home
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of June 2025

Pretty in Pink & Packed with Personality! This Coastal Chic Cottage is bursting with character and charm. Nestled among many other equally unique cottages, Braden Castle Park was originally placed on the map in the 1920s when travel and leisure was all the rage. Many Americans took to the highways to explore new locations and headed South to escape their chilly Northern homes. In 1924, Braden Castle Park was incorporated as “The Camping Tourists of America”, an affiliate of the Tin Can Tourists. Today, year-round and seasonal residents alike appreciate the community and all it has to offer. Boating, shuffleboard, fishing and a community hall are all available with low $400 annual HOA dues. Assigned boat slips are available for an additional $300 annually. 8 Desoto St E is masonry construction with an attached one car garage. Once you enter, you are captivated by the current owner’s classic and artistic style - think vintage Barbie meets Lilly Pulitzer - with an Art Deco flair! Hardwood floors, plaster moldings, a decorative fireplace and arched openings are just a few of the historic characteristics that have been preserved. There is one ample sized main bedroom, a spacious hall closet, plus a small secondary room to provide a cozy respite for guests. It’s hard to imagine all this home has to offer in a pint-sized package of 756 sqft of living area, and a 1,699 sqft lot! Best yet, there’s very little to maintain. Most of the furnishings are included. A few housekeeping items regarding the HOA - this is a mandatory membership association. It is a 55+ community, no pets, and a three year wait for new residents to rent out their property (thereafter, one month minimum rent, no more than six times a year).
This home stayed high & dry in the 2024 storms, no damage!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maryann Lawler Garcia

WAGNER REALTY Brokerage Phone: 941-727-2800 License #3029405 Listed on: 05/14/2025

WAGNER REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Tammy Pogar

WAGNER REALTY License #3372383

WAGNER REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,369

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,699 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 39x44
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • East Facing Home
  • Private Lot
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned R4

HOA Fees

  • $33 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Ground Level Parking
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • City

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Coastal Architecture
  • Florida Architecture
  • Key West Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 796 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Inside Utility
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • River Access
  • Access To Marina
  • Fishing Pier
  • Property is near a marina
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Insurance May Be Required
  • Property is near public transit
  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Optional Additional Fees
  • Association fees include common area taxes, management
  • Tina Blair Association, Phone Number (941) 746-7700
  • Visit Association Website
  • Braden Castle Park Community
  • Braden Castle Park Subdivision
  • Association Owns Recreation Facilities
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, allowable golf cart usage in the community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Shuffleboard Court
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,369

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$33 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Area Taxes, Management
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Cottage, Custom, Florida, Historic, Key West, Other
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 796
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Building Area Total: 1036
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1699
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: E
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 96.25
  • Escrow City: Bradenton
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: 6th Avenue West, suite 411
  • Minimum Lease: 1 Month
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 235.55
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • Amenities Additional Fees: Boat slips are available for $300/year. There may be a wait list, verify with HOA
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Boat Slip,Community Boat Ramp,Fishing,Marina,River,Water Access
  • Attribution Contact: 941-727-2800
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 73.95

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Storage
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City
  • Water Body Name: MANATEE RIVER
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Access: Marina,River
  • Water Extras: Fishing Pier
  • Water View: River
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0169F
  • Additional Water Information: Slips are available in the community marina. Contact association to inquire on availability

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected
  • Cooling: Other, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: Corridor Access, Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Park
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Optional Additional Fees, Shuffleboard Court, Storage
  • Association Fee: 400
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Tina Blair
  • Phone: 941-746-7700
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: bradencastlepark@gmail.com
  • Association URL: www.bradencastlepark.com
  • Management: Full Time

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 400.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 33.33
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 33.33

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R4
  • Parcel Number: 1137800007
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Historic District, City Limits, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Street Dead-End, Paved, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 39x44
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Flood Zone Code: AE

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Verify with HOA

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2369
  • Tax Lot: 51

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: Verify with HOA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Blaker William and Blaker Elizabeth
Bought by
Evangelista Therese
Seller's Agent
Maryann Lawler Garcia
WAGNER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Tammy Pogar
WAGNER REALTY
List Price
$187,500
Sold Price
$187,500
Views
78
Current Estimated Value
$180,878

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.94%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2023
Sold by
Brown Kathryn L and Brown Alfred C
Bought by
Blaker William and Blaker Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,250
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2006
Sold by
Rosengarten Nancy A and Knueven Debra B
Bought by
Brown Alfred C and Brown Kathryn L

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 1995
Sold by
Ellerbrock Thomas E and Ellerbrock Norma B
Bought by
Rosengarten Nancy A and Knueven Debra B
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $187,500 First International Title
Warranty Deed $142,500 Skyway Title Services
Warranty Deed $50,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $128,250 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $187,500 0.0% $236 / Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $187,500 -- $236 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $2,295 $124,229 $61,200 $63,029
2024 $2,295 $124,229 $61,200 $63,029
2023 $1,726 $124,229 $61,200 $63,029
2022 $1,591 $113,713 $60,000 $53,713
2021 $1,379 $94,439 $55,000 $39,439
2020 $1,188 $67,560 $30,000 $37,560
2019 $1,015 $50,908 $15,000 $35,908
2018 $1,032 $51,188 $15,000 $36,188
2017 $953 $49,078 $0 $0
2016 $973 $49,259 $0 $0
2015 $1,031 $50,636 $0 $0
2014 $1,031 $50,932 $0 $0
2013 $1,011 $49,449 $9,400 $40,049
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4652545

Stellar MLS

APN: 11378-0000-7