This home qualifies for a 1% lender incentive when using the preferred lender. Live just across the street from the waters of the Braden River in one of the most desirable locations within the Braden River Lakes waterfront community! This beautiful home is situated on one of the community’s premier streets and is within walking distance to the waterfront amenities such as the community pool, tennis and volleyball courts, gazebo, BBQ area, playground, and kayak launch station. Updated and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers partial water views from the backyard and lanai, along with the added benefits of NO flood insurance requirement, NO CDD fees, and a LOW HOA of just $467 per year. Major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a 2018 ROOF, 2021 A/C system, tankless water heater, and newer LVP flooring installed in 2024. As you enter the home, you are welcomed by soaring cathedral ceilings, an open floor concept, and an abundance of natural light that creates a bright and spacious atmosphere. The expansive custom-designed kitchen, updated in 2023, is a true centerpiece of the home and crafted for both everyday living and entertaining. It features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, an induction stove, granite countertops, a chef’s island, soft-close cabinetry, and a stunning custom wall of cabinets extending into the dining area for exceptional style and storage. A custom walk-in pantry provides even more abundant storage space. The primary suite is designed to impress like a model home retreat, featuring a custom walk-in closet, a custom textured mural wall, sliding door access to the screened lanai, and a beautifully upgraded en-suite bathroom with an expansive glass-enclosed walk-in shower, new toilet, updated fixtures, and a clean, bright modern feel. French doors open to a fully enclosed screened lanai overlooking serene lake and garden views, creating a peaceful and private setting to relax morning or evening. Just outside, a paver patio offers the perfect space for BBQs, entertaining, and outdoor gatherings. Additional highlights include a 9-zone sprinkler system, hurricane-impact garage door, storm shutters with plywood protection, and two storage sheds within a fenced area on one side of the home. Centrally located in the quiet community of Braden River Lakes, where many common areas overlook the water, you can even spot dolphins and manatees right from the community area. Close to all essentials, including dining, banks, and popular shopping destinations such as Publix, Walmart, Costco, Home Depot, and more. Only 3 minutes from the public boat ramp and 20 minutes from the sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island.