5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL, 34203
Active154 days on marketListed Feb 27, 2026MLS #A4683531
About this home
5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE
Welcome to Garden Lakes, a beautifully maintained, gated 55+ community designed for active, carefree living. This inviting split-plan 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa with a 2-car garage offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living from your glass-enclosed, air-conditioned Florida room with elegant slate flooring or relax on the private concrete patio overlooking a walking trail and fenced backdrop — no rear neighbors for added tranquility. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living and dining room combination with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light. A charming BAY WINDOW with a built-in window seat and hidden storage adds both warmth and functionality. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas, delivering a stylish, low-maintenance finish. The updated kitchen showcases solid surface countertops, refreshed cabinetry, a 2024 refrigerator, and a cozy eat-in dining nook. A convenient pass-through to the dining room makes entertaining effortless. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and peaceful retreat. The guest bedroom and bath can be closed off with a pocket door, creating a private ensuite space for visiting family and friends. Accessibility features include French doors for easier furniture placement and a wheelchair ramp entry through the garage. Additional highlights include epoxy finished garage floor, separate laundry room, AC (2018) and water heater (2021). Enjoy a short stroll to the clubhouse, heated pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and shuffleboard. The vibrant lifestyle of Garden Lakes Villas awaits. Ideally located near University Town Center, I-75, medical facilities, dining, and the beautiful beaches and cultural attractions of Sarasota and Bradenton, this villa truly offers the best of Florida living. Move in, relax, and start enjoying the lifestyle you deserve.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,703
Sqft
0.09 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1984
Year built
One
Levels
$187
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,448 /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
$2,448/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
−13.1%
$/sqft vs Bradenton actives
$187 vs $251
Days on market
154 vs 53 typical
Where $187/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 Garen Lakes
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Garen Lakes — neighborhood snapshot
Population
541
Median age
59
Median income
$83,313
Median home value
$365,200
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)
187 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 30% above the BRADENTON 34203 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$264,900
5608 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,703 sqft · $156/sqft · 11 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$320,000
5613 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE UNIT 5613 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,790 sqft · $179/sqft · 69 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$310,000
5614 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,531 sqft · $202/sqft · 149 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 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,448/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $149/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $149 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,443. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE?+
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 $319,000, this home is listed about 19% below the Bradenton median of $395,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5611 GARDEN LAKES DRIVE?+
Braden River High School (high), Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School (elementary), Braden River Middle School (middle) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$319,000 runs 30% above the BRADENTON 34203 median.
02Park/Greenbelt views
The park/greenbelt view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
154 days on market against a Bradenton median of 53 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $329,000, now $319,000 — a $10K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of WAGNER REALTY · Margaret Watson. MLS #A4683531.
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