4523 Independence Dr, Bradenton, FL, 34210
About This Home
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to Mount Vernon; a popular waterfront community, famous for its 90 acres of natural park-like beauty set directly on the bay with lush green open spaces & an offering of boating activities! Enjoy the serenity of this lovely, spacious, and bright villa with no shared walls and a storage shed conveniently located outside your door. The home features new laminate flooring throughout, large ceramic tile floors in the bathrooms, some newer kitchen cabinetry, and a new AC installed in 2025. An abundance of windows in every room fills the home with natural light and showcases the surrounding beauty. There is an incredible array of amenities, ensuring there is always something to enjoy. If you love the beach, it is only approximately 3 miles away! Boat slips can be rented for $25 a year. Amenities include a huge remodeled clubhouse, banquet room, billiards, ping- pong, extensive library, game room, lakeside veranda, heated pool, tennis, pickleball, and covered shuffleboard courts, spa, sauna, workshop, wood shop, chip and putting green. You can get your steps in along the many walking paths, relax at the butterfly garden and bayfront park, and enjoy the abundance of Florida wildlife. Truly a peaceful paradise! Additional features include kayak launch and storage areas, along with numerous lakes and ponds throughout the impeccably manicured grounds. Also worth mentioning are the bayside pavilion, lakeside gazebo and a variety of activities and social events hosted by the community. Seller motivation is reflected in the price. If you are looking for a friendly, charming, picturesque, and tranquil active outdoor type of community, don't hesitate to call this Home!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Completed
- Year built: 1979
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Block
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Florida
- Property subType: Villa
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Closet,Other,Same Floor As Condo Unit,Washer Hookup
Bedroom2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Solid Wood Cabinets,Split Bedroom,Thermostat,Tray Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Laminate
Foyer
- Level: First
Great Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 629
- Dimensions: 37x17
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Humidity Control
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,703
- Total interior livable area: 1,409 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10x8
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16x13
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 7655808702
- Zoning: PDR
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Heated,In Ground
- Exterior features: Garden,Irrigation System,Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front,Canal Front,Lake,Waterfront,Bay/Harbor Access,Bayou Access,Saltwater Canal Access,Lagoon Access,Lake Privileges
Lot
- Lot size: 21.37 Acres
- Features: Conservation Area,Corner Lot,Flood Insurance Required,FloodZone,In County,Landscaped,Near Marina,Sidewalk
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Manatee County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,112 | $13,344 |
| Home Insurance * | $60 | $720 |
| Property Taxes | $227 | $2,724 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,366 |
| Total | $1,596 | $19,152 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $220,000 |
| 2025-06-02 | Listing removed | $265,000 |
| 2025-02-12 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2024-09-06 | Price change | $268,000 |
| 2024-08-29 | Price change | $273,900 |
| 2024-06-13 | Price change | $274,900 |
| 2024-02-13 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2023-12-31 | Listed for sale | $309,000 |
| 2023-09-11 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-06-10 | Price change | $334,000 |
| 2023-05-24 | Price change | $347,000 |
| 2023-03-17 | Price change | $370,000 |
| 2023-02-26 | Listed for sale | $385,000 |
| 2019-09-18 | Sold | $196,500 |
| 2019-03-08 | Listed for sale | $207,500 |
| 2017-07-24 | Listing removed | $1,295 |
| 2017-05-03 | Listed for rent | $1,295 |
| 2015-05-30 | Listing removed | $1,250 |
| 2015-05-16 | Listed for rent | $1,250 |
| 2015-04-27 | Sold | $150,000 |
| 2006-05-02 | Sold | $247,500 |
| 2003-02-05 | Sold | $133,800 |
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