Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath, one-story end-unit villa located in the desirable Cortez Villas, a 55+ pet-friendly community in the heart of Bradenton. This is one of the most affordable 3 bedroom condos in Manatee County. Very convenient parking is right outside your door with space for visiting guests. This well-designed home features a private foyer entrance and an open, airy feel with vaulted ceilings in the living room, dining area, and kitchen. Freshly painted exterior and new entry light welcomes you home. Seller has already paid the $3, 500 assessment. The split-bedroom floor plan provides excellent privacy, with a spacious primary suite that includes an en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are ideal for guests, hobbies, or a home office. Inside laundry, conveniently located near the bedrooms, adds to the home's functional layout. Enjoy Florida living year-round on the enclosed back porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A small outdoor storage closet offers handy space for beach chairs, bikes, or outdoor toys. Cortez Villas offers an active clubhouse, heated swimming pool, and shuffleboard courts, creating a welcoming and social atmosphere. The community is ideally situated near popular restaurants, medical facilities, Publix and Aldi, CVS, Regal Oakmont Theatre, bowling, and the recreational amenities of G.T. Bray Park, including a dog park, pickleball, tennis, and swimming. Best of all, you're just 7 miles from the world-famous beaches of Anna Maria Island, making this villa an excellent choice for enjoying the best of Florida's Gulf Coast lifestyle. Comfortable, convenient, and close to everything-this home is ready to enjoy. Home is being sold As Is.