4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL, 34208
Active512 days on marketListed Mar 8, 2025MLS #A4643710
About this home
4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE
Discover modern living in the heart of historic Braden Castle Park, a premier 55+ waterfront community along the Manatee River. This thoughtfully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with today's sought-after finishes. Every detail has been carefully considered: brand new A/C system with new ductwork, sleek quartz countertops, wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, and sophisticated porcelain tile backsplashes and shower surround. Step outside to a community rich in history and lifestyle perks, anchored by the iconic 150+ year old Braden Castle ruins and a private 700-foot pier extending into the Manatee River—perfect for sunrise strolls, fishing, or simply soaking in the serene waterfront views. Freshly updated and ready for its next chapter, this home is ideal for those seeking low-maintenance elegance in a vibrant, active-adult neighborhood where heritage meets relaxed Florida living. Make it yours today
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,005
Sqft
0.04 ac
Lot size
1925
Year built
One
Levels
$189
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.
$1,552 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,552/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
−33.9%
$/sqft vs Bradenton actives
$189 vs $249
Days on market
512 vs 53 typical
Where $189/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 Ayres Point
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Ayres Point — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,684
Median age
27
Median income
$48,756
Median home value
$231,791
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
383
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)
200 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 46% below the BRADENTON 34208 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE
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$197,500
12 PLAZA STREET E · same community
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,144 sqft · $173/sqft · 6 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$167,500
17 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 854 sqft · $196/sqft · 106 DOM
Sold · May ’26$92,500
12 LAFAYETTE STREET · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 790 sqft · $117/sqft · 93 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
Kat Bonelli
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,552/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $33/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 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $33 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $1,885. 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 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Size Limit. 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 $189,900, this home is listed about 52% below the Bradenton median of $395,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 4 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE?+
Manatee Elementary School (elementary), Manatee High School (high), Martha B. King Middle School (middle) — 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 34208 market on paper
$189,900 is 46% below the BRADENTON 34208 median of $349,450, and at $189/sqft it sits under the Bradenton average of $264.
02Time on market is leverage
512 days on market against a Bradenton median of 53 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $249,900, now $189,900 — a $60K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KINGSTON REALTY · Connor Hoehne. MLS #A4643710.
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