Welcome Home to this lovely, well-maintained first floor condo in 55+ community of Wood Park at Desoto Square in Bradenton! A stunning tropical oasis, Wood Park is a gated serene retreat with lush tropical landscaping and resort style amenities in the heart of central Bradenton. This first-floor residence is clean and bright, with a split bedroom plan and open concept living and dining spaces. The kitchen is fully equipped and features tons of storage in warm, wood-look cabinets and a cozy breakfast nook with open shelves. The secondary bedroom just off the entrance has its own bath and easy access to the stacked in-unit LAUNDRY closet! The living/dining rooms have gorgeous tile flooring and flow out to the screen enclosed balcony with storm windows and a breathtaking view of the pond, fountain, and mature tropical foliage. The primary suite is spacious and features a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower. This home is fully furnished and move-in ready so that you can start enjoying the Florida lifestyle you’ve imagined! Spend days cooling off at the community pool, have picnics by the lake, play shuffleboard on the grounds surrounded by gorgeous tropical trees and flowers, or join neighbors in the clubhouse for a workout or a game of pool. Anna Maria Island is just minutes away, and it's convenient to downtown Bradenton’s nightlife, Riverwalk and the new River Taxi to Anna Maria Island. LeCom Park is nearby for Bradenton Marauders games and Pittsburg Pirates spring training too! Call today to schedule your showing!

Under contract-accepting backup offers. GREAT NEW PRICE - INCREDIBLE VALUE! Motivated seller and flexible terms make this an amazing opportunity to live your Florida dream! Welcome home to this move-in ready, FURNISHED, lovingly cared for 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom first floor condo in the beautiful 55+ community of Desoto Square Villas. The home features a bright and spacious floor plan with gleaming bamboo-look laminate floors throughout (no carpet!). You'll love the thoughtfully upgraded kitchen, with beautiful white painted cabinets, a designer granite-look countertop, sleek stainless appliances and no more drop-down ceiling! The kitchen is open to the breakfast room, where you'll enjoy the tranquil view of the lake and fountain just outside. That gorgeous view continues as you enter the primary suite, with a large picture window overlooking the lake. Lots of natural light fills the large ensuite, with a walk-in closet and a beautifully upgraded vanity and shower. The secondary bedroom is large, with room for a king-sized bed, and features a double closet and access to the 2nd bathroom through the hallway. The screened lanai is a serene retreat, where you can enjoy mornings and evenings watching the birds and other wildlife in your maintenance free Florida paradise. DeSoto Square Villas is a well-kept 55+ community in the heart of Bradenton, where residents can enjoy lounging by the community pool, playing shuffleboard or tennis, or attend activities at the clubhouse. The community is close to many wonderful shopping and dining venues, including downtown Bradenton's charming main street and Riverwalk, where you can hop on a ferry ride on the river to Anna Maria Island or enjoy an evening under the stars at Bishop Planetarium. You're also less than 2 miles from LECOM park, where you can watch the Pittsburg Pirates hold their spring training, and the Bradenton Marauders play summer baseball. St. Pete and Tampa are just over the skyway, less than an hour's drive, and Sarasota's arts and culture are just 30 minutes south. Live your best life in beautiful Bradenton, FL - call for your private showing today!