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5712 Garden Lakes Fern

BRADENTON, FL 34203

3 beds
2 baths
1,838 sqft
5,881 sqft lot
$271 per sqft
1987 build
– on site

Looking for your own little slice of paradise? Are you a discerning buyer that appreciates the details? Tucked away in the back of Garden Lakes on a quiet street you will find this stunning home that will not disappoint! From the expansive private wooded views throughout the home to the California Closet custom built-ins in all closets you will appreciate the quality of materials & attention to detail in every update. The home has been lovingly transformed into a private oasis from ceiling to floor. Beautiful paver driveway & entry with extended front patio greet you as you enter the property & set the tone for a truly amazing experience. The smart home features such as app controlled front door lock, thermostat, pool lights, and pool/spa/heater provide efficiency & convenience. Outdoor living important to you? This home checks all the boxes. Privacy, Large covered living space & a massive encage deck. You’ll find yourself enjoying nature like never before. Your heated pool was resurfaced with pebble tech & received updated tile in 2021. In 2024 Intellibright Colored LED pool lights were added. Patio was retextured in 2020 & freshly painted in 2025. The large Bronze Pool Cage was recently rescreened & had all bolts/screws replaced. Super Gutter was also added. Enjoy the convenience of controlling your pool, spa, heater & lights from anywhere. Homes interior is equally impressive with a Kitchen remodel in 2021 that includes Quartz Counters, floor to ceiling white solid wood soft close dovetail cabinetry, sleek hardware, beautiful glass backsplash, Stainless Steel appliances, deep double basin sink, flush LED lighting & breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is a generously sized dinette with large bay windows and sliding doors that bring the outdoors in for your enjoyment. The large owners suite also provides direct access to your pool, a large walk-in closet, secondary closet, & a ensuite bathroom with high-end solid wood dual vanity w/ quartz counters, stunning walk-in shower with waterfall tile, a built-in bench, dual showerheads & seamless glass enclosure. A New HVAC was just put in March 2025 & your water heater installed in 2020 has ample years left. This open split floor plan offers high ceilings, large common areas, generously sized secondary rooms, updated guest bathroom & stunning private views. Landscape lighting, rainbird irrigation, Large inside laundry w/ custom built-in pantry, hard wired smoke alarms, exterior cameras & garage fridge are just a few of the extras you will appreciate when making this your home. Garden Lakes is a vibrant yet peaceful 55+ community that offers a true maintenance free Florida lifestyle allowing you to focus on the things that really matter. The community cares for all yards, trees & landscaping, has an active social calendar of clubs & events, covers your internet, cable, trash, irrigation & exterior painting in addition to a great club house that is also beautifully updated & provides meeting room, inside common area, large kitchen, fitness room, ping-pong, library, heated pool, tennis/pickleball courts & shuffleboard. The community is a nature loving paradise adorned with towering oaks, walking paths, ponds & lakes with docks & benches for enjoying great views. This home & neighborhood are hidden gems. Get ready to live the life you’ve always dreamed of & make this home yours today! **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.**

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 12, 2025 •

MLS# A4647782 —

The Building

Year Built:

1987
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

1
Roof:

Tile
Foundation Details:

Slab
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Security Features:

Gated Community
Building Area Total:

2554
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Ceramic Tile
Additional Rooms:

Breakfast Room Separate
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1838
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

SR70, Turn South on 37th St E, Turn Right into Garden Lakes, Stay on main rd. (Garden Lakes Majestic), Turn rt onto Garden Lakes Ivy, Turn right onto Garden Lakes Fern, home is on your left
Latitude:

27.439086
Longitude:

-82.517416
Coordinates:

-82.517416, 27.439086

The Property

Parcel Number:

1767203803
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Cleared
Lot Size Acres:

0.14
Lot Size Area:

5881
Lot Size SqFt:

5881
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

PDR
Direction Faces:

East
View:

Trees/Woods
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Irrigation System
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X, AE
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Legal Description:

UNIT 74 GARDEN LAKES VILLAGE SEC 3 CONDO PI#17672.0380/3
Tax Book Number:

1151-379
Tax Annual Amount:

3095.55

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

https://cmsphotography.hd.pics/5712-Garden-Lakes-Fern/idx
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4647782
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

BB/HS Internet Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

The Community

Subdivision Name:

GARDEN LAKES VILLAGE SEC 3
Senior Community:

true
Community Features:

Association Recreation - Owned
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

Lake
Water Access:

true
Waterfront:

false
Spa:

true
Spa Features:

Heated
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Auto Cleaner
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK
Pet Restrictions:

Buyer responsible to confirm all pet restrictions with management/HOA
# of Pets:

1
Max Pet Weight:

42
Association Amenities:

Cable TV
Association:

true
Association Fee:

400
Association Fee Frequency:

Quarterly
Association Fee Includes:

Cable TV
Association Fee Requirement:

Required
Monthly HOA Amount:

133.33
Condo Fees:

341
Condo Fees Term:

Monthly
Monthly Condo Fee Amount:

341
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

20x20
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Driveway

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$499,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,671
Taxes	$257
Insurance	$137
HOA fees	$133
Utilities	$163 See report
Total	$3,361/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/11/25 Apr 11, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$499,000

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This house located in FL 34203 is currently for sale for $499,000. 5712 Garden Lakes Fern is a 1,838 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 4 days. This house is in the attendance area of Braden River Middle School, Kinnan Elementary School, and Braden River High School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and COLDWELL BANKER REALTY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

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