971 WATERSIDE LANE, BRADENTON, FL, 34209
Active417 days on marketListed Jun 6, 2025MLS #A4655096
About this home
971 WATERSIDE LANE
Welcome to Mangrove Escape, Professionally managed by Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals, your slice of paradise in the highly sought-after Perico Bay Club! This beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront home offers a light and bright coastal vibe paired with stunning views of the mangroves and direct water access just steps from your back door. Perico Bay Club means enjoying a vibrant, amenity-rich community surrounded by lush landscaping and breathtaking water views. Guests have access to a clubhouse, multiple swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, kayak launches, and miles of walking and biking trails. Nestled between Robinson Preserve and the Intracoastal Waterway, you’ll be just minutes from the sandy shores of Anna Maria Island while enjoying the privacy and serenity of a gated community. As you enter the home, you're greeted by a charming outdoor space by the front door. Inside, the open living area is filled with natural light and features a large couch, two comfy chairs, and a TV, making it the ideal spot to relax after a day of adventure. Step through the sliding glass doors to your private Florida sunroom, where you’ll find outdoor seating overlooking the serene mangroves and water. From here, a second set of sliding doors leads to your back deck—complete with two chairs—offering a peaceful retreat to take in the beauty of nature and the gentle sounds of the water. The kitchen is a dream for any home cook, featuring stainless steel appliances, ample countertop space, and a butcher block perfect for preparing your families favorite meals. The adjacent dining area comfortably seats six, making it easy to host friends and family. The spacious primary bedroom is a true oasis with a king-size bed, TV, and sliding glass doors that open directly to the Florida sunroom. A large walk-in closet and a stunning en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and expansive vanity complete this luxurious retreat. The second bedroom offers a queen-size bed, TV, and generous closet space, while the second bathroom features an updated vanity and a convenient shower/tub combo. Whether you're seeking peaceful waterfront living or an active Florida lifestyle, this home offers it all. Come experience the magic of Perico Bay Club! House Rule: No smoking. No burning candles inside of lodging. No parties. Furry friends welcome, max 2, and require a $200 per pet non-refundable pet fee to be paid directly to the management company.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,069
Sqft
0.12 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1990
Year built
One
Levels
$6
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$203 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$203/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Bradenton actives
$6 vs $238
Days on market
417 vs 53 typical
Where $6/sqft sits among the 400 Bradenton actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Perico
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Perico — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,539
Median age
70
Median income
$86,042
Median home value
$527,300
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
43%
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Bradenton market
$410K → $424K
Bradenton median sold, yr/yr
95.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
189 of 400
Bradenton actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Bradenton, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 98% below the BRADENTON 34209 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 971 WATERSIDE LANE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$290,000
967 WATERSIDE LANE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,069 sqft · $271/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$325,000
922 WATERSIDE LANE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,132 sqft · $287/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$279,000
919 WATERSIDE LANE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,292 sqft · $216/sqft · 31 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 971 WATERSIDE LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 971 WATERSIDE LANE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
971 WATERSIDE LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 971 WATERSIDE LANE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $203/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
Are pets allowed at 971 WATERSIDE LANE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Bradenton?+
At $6,000, this home is listed about 98% below the Bradenton median of $395,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 971 WATERSIDE LANE?+
Ida M. Stewart Elementary School (elementary), Martha B. King Middle School (middle), Manatee High School (high) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the BRADENTON 34209 market on paper
$6,000 is 98% below the BRADENTON 34209 median of $265,000, and at $6/sqft it sits under the Bradenton average of $264.
02Time on market is leverage
417 days on market against a Bradenton median of 53 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Ida M. Stewart Elementary School, Martha B. King Middle School, Manatee High School — Ida M. Stewart Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of GULF COAST REALTY & MANAGEMENT · Andy Moore. MLS #A4655096.
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