1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238, BRADENTON BEACH, FL, 34217
Active240 days on marketListed Dec 7, 2025MLS #A4673811
About this home
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Opportunity, opportunity, opportunity! Here is your chance to have your own coastal paradise at Runaway Bay on Anna Maria Island. This beautifully decorated, income producing 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom, second floor condo with a new roof is an exceptional investment opportunity in the highly desirable community of Runaway Bay in Bradenton Beach. With it's prime bayside location, the beach & island life includes access to the stunning sugar sands of the Gulf of Mexico, just steps away. Enjoy the community's fishing pier and kayak launch on the bay, perfect for sunrise views, fishing, and water sports. Perfectly positioned near the free Anna Maria Island trolley stop for easy access to Historic Bridge Street, local dining, shops, and the entire island. The Runaway Bay community permits weekly rentals, offering maximum flexibility and proven, strong rental income potential. Units here are highly sought after for short-term vacation stays. Unit #238 comes turnkey furnished and updated, with reservations in place for 2026, meaning you can start generating revenue immediately. Your guests will love the incredible amenities that drive high occupancy and repeat bookings including the largest, heated pool on the island: The newly resurfaced, spectacular, large, heated saltwater pool is the focal point of the community. Other amenities include a recently renovated and fully equipped fitness center, resurfaced tennis/pickleball courts, grills throughout the property and more. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Anna Maria Island with a strong history of rental success! Runaway Bay has done the heavy lifting, leaving you with piece of mind. Come join the community, relax and enjoy all that it is meant to be. Schedule your private showing today.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,080
Sqft
1978
Year built
One
Levels
$480
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,025 /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
$4,025/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
−18.9%
$/sqft vs RUNAWAY BAY
$480 vs $500
Days on market
240 vs 97 typical
Where $480/sqft sits among the 10 homes for sale in RUNAWAY BAY
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 Bradenton Beach
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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BRADENTON BEACH 34217 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,774
Median age
69.2
Median income
$90,278
Median home value
$636,300
Avg household
1.8
Households w/ children
130
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 Beach market
$1.0M → $638K
Bradenton Beach median sold, yr/yr
90.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
5 of 10
RUNAWAY BAY have cut their price
Median sold price, Bradenton Beach, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 58% below the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 median. See the full Bradenton Beach market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238
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$421,000
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 175 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft · $390/sqft · 297 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$395,000
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 251 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft · $366/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$525,000
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 178 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft · $486/sqft · 9 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 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,025/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $7,041. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Bradenton Beach?+
At $518,000, this home is listed about 53% below the Bradenton Beach median of $1,100,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 238?+
Anna Maria Elementary School (elementary), Martha B. King Middle School (middle), Bayshore High School (high) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 market on paper
$518,000 is 58% below the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 median of $1,237,500, and at $480/sqft it sits under the Bradenton Beach average of $976.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
240 days on market against a Bradenton Beach median of 97 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Anna Maria Elementary School, Martha B. King Middle School, Bayshore High School — Anna Maria Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $525,000, now $518,000 — a $7K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Benjamin Litke, PA. MLS #A4673811.
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