BACK ON TH MARKET- BUYERS FINANCING LOSS IS YOUR GAIN! WELCOME TO YOUR OWN PRIVATE PARADISE! Step into the BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 2BDRM, GROUND FLOOR unit that LIVES LIKE A VILLA! The spacious KITCHEN REMODELING has ELEVATED DESIGNER TOUCHES such as the variation in shades in the soothing green GLASS BACKSPLASH. It pairs beautifully with the GORGEOUS CABINETS highlighted by crystal knobs and QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS. The large dishwasher, with the newest features, lights and fans were recently added! There is space to have a bistro set or moveable island. The easy living floor plan, with newer and easy to maintain tile floor, offers a seamless flow between living space and creating an atmosphere to entertain guests. The office/den is a bonus room with large closet. It can be used for another gathering room for parties or easily transformed to an extra sleeping space. The bathroom has been nicely updated, including grab bars added. Custom blinds are a feature adding value as does having plenty of storage. Your storage space includes walk-in closet in primary bedroom, 6ft mirrored wall closet in 2nd bdrm, the INSIDE LAUNDRY closet and utility closet! You'll enjoy the quiet time and view from the enclosed lanai of the backyard trees/shrubs in the community green space as part of your YEAR-ROUND OUTDOOR FLORIDA LIVING! Part of the easy living in the desirable and active 55+, PET FRIENDLY community is the maintenance of the landscaping and buildings by the association. The CONCRETE EXTERIOR which was painted in 2024, ROOF REPLACED in 2022 as well as the FRONT DOOR in 2019 all ADD VALUE and PEACE OF MIND! In 2023 ENERGY EFFICIENT IMPACT RESISTANT WINDOWS and SLIDERS were installed. They bring reassurance, natural light and are attractive. Your PARADISE doesn't end at your door-step. The impressive club house, less than a block way, has a library, billiard tables and a small kitchen with room for large get-togethers. The POOL is HEATED for your enjoyment! The small condo fee also pays for your basic cable, internet, water, sewer, trash pickup. Cortez Villas are CONVENIENTLY LOCATED to all your personal needs, close to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, Robinson's Preserve, GT Bray Park, downtown Bradenton's Riverwalk on the Manatee River. It is 6 miles to the soft sand beaches of ANNA MARIA ISLAND to watch the spectacular green flash sunsets! I-75 is a short distance for easy drives to Tampa's airport or trips to Orlando's amusement parks! You'll appreciate being near SRQ airport and Sarasota's arts and entertainment district, plus world class dining/shopping at St. Armand's Circle or the UTC mall. LIVE THE FLORIDA LIFESTYLE YOU DESERVE, WITHOUT THE HIGH PRICE! Check out the condo fee: $517.51@month is half the price as many condo developments! This is an EXCEPTIONAL VALUE in a THRIVING COMMUNITY!