You will love living in The Palms of Cortez, an affordable luxury gated condominium village in West Bradenton. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, one-level end unit condo home comes furnished and has a deeded one car detached garage. Pets are welcome! Split floor plan with the primary bedroom and ensuite bath on one side, and the two guest bedrooms, main hall bath, and laundry room on the other side. Open and flowing kitchen, dining, and living room. Crown molding gives the finishing touch of elegance and sophistication. Ceramic tile in kitchen and baths. Vinyl plank in living and dining. Carpet in bedrooms. Walk-in closets! Storage closet on the lanai, in the condo home, and in the garage. Private screened lanai overlooking a quiet, wooded, sightline with eastern sunrises. This condo home is located on the outer corner of the community with less traffic. The amenities includes a heated community pool, tennis courts, fitness center, clubhouse, grilling stations, playground, and car wash. IMG Academy is 1.6 miles. State College of Florida is 3.1 miles. Palma Sola Bay is 3.8 miles and is a dog-friendly beach. Anna Maria Island beaches are 6 miles. Cortez Fishing Village is 5.4 miles. GT Bray Park is 1.7 miles and offers 140 acres of scenic trails, activities, and recreation including but not limited to an amphitheater, disc golf course, batting cages, concessions, splash pad, sand volleyball, and skate park. The Palms of Cortez has 450 condo homes on approximately 40 acres and is conveniently located to upscale, casual, and waterfront dining districts, boutiques, amazing thrifts and consignments, and our sugar soft white sand beaches on the Gulf. This area is known for its collective spirit and sense of belonging for all ages and cultures. Association fee covers property insurance, amenities, pest control, fire system, exterior building repairs, reserves, and roofs. The only milestone inspection required by the State of Florida for this condo community is the Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS). It has been completed and meets or exceeds all requirements set forth in Florida Statute 718.112 and is in compliance with the Community Associations Institute (CAI) National Standards fulfilling the requirements of a Full. This is a great opportunity to live the Florida lifestyle in a well managed community.