This is a mobile home for sale in a 55+ community on a rented/leased lot. What a value for a highly desirable Stratford floor plan with big square footage! This is a blank canvas waiting for you to design your own Florida retreat! You will be amazed that you can purchase this manufactured home for less than the cost of a decent car! It is located not far from the beautiful Manatee River, Dog Park on Picnic Island Water Preserve, Riverside Pavilion & Fishing Pier, Fitness Center, Bayshore House & Community Garden. Manatee Hall & Pool a just a short walk away! This home is located on the South Side of the community that borders the Manatee River that opens into the Gulf of Mexico. The home has a bonus side set water tight Florida room that has hard windows & linoleum floors that can be used for an office, den, hobby room or even another bedroom. A built in air conditioning unit cools the room. The 2012 HVAC keeps everything cool! Generous sized living room with newer laminate floors and plenty of natural light. The separate dining area has a custom built in wall cabinet to showcase your treasures with mirror insets that can be used as a coffee bar or for adult beverage bar. The kitchen has glass range top & oven, built in microwave & dishwasher. Lots of storage & counter top space with room to expand plus a pantry. The owners bedroom suite has laminate floors, plenty of natural light & a large walk in closet. Plenty of room for a king size bed & furniture. The en-suite bath has a tub/shower combo, commode and extra storage. Guest bedroom also has laminate floors & a double closet & can also accommodate a king bed set. The full guest bath has a walk in shower. There is an outdoor screened in space under the carport were you can relax with your morning coffee. The over sized utility shed has the hot water tank and hook ups for a washer & dryer that are included as well as an upright freezer that is also included. A convenient back door allows access to the backyard. The driveway has room for up to 2 vehicles with plenty of room. There is space for a golf cart on the concrete path to the Florida Room. Most of the subfloors have been replaced & all of the floor covering is laminate. The owner is supplying some extra boxes of laminate for finishing touches. This floor plan has many possibilities! The monthly land lease of $879 includes everything except for your personal electric use & Internet. Florida MH Sales, LLC cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information, measurements or condition of any property. Measurements are approximate. All homes are sold "as is" and personal or professional inspection is encouraged. Lot rent is set by the community and is subject to change. Community application & approval required. Location: Midway between Tampa & Sarasota & just minutes from the interstate in Manatee County. Easy access to airports in Tampa, St. Pete & Sarasota. The Gulf Islands of Anna Maria, Longboat Key, Lido Key & Siesta Key are all less than 1 hour drive. Don't forget that the big theme parks are within driving distance! NEARBY: Dining: Waterfront Casual & Fine Dining (seafood & local catch of the day) & sightseeing dinner cruises. Nightlife & Live Entertainment: Tiki Bars: Whiskey Joe's, Woody's River Roo, Caddy's on the River Shopping: Ellenton Outlet Mall, University Town Center Mall, Costco, antique & thrift stores. Fishing & Boating: Anna Maria Island & Sky Way Bridge (State Park) Fishing Piers. Fishing, shelling & dolphin charters, parasailing & jet ski rentals. Nearby Attractions: Over 7 miles of free public, sugar sand beaches, Mote Aquarium, Science & Nature Museum, Railroad Museum, Performing Arts Theaters, Golf Courses & Country Clubs, Bradenton Convention Center, Robinson & Emerson Preserves, Riverwalk & Playground, Selby & Palma Sola Botanical Gardens, Gamble Plantation Historic State Park, Sarasota Jungle Gardens & Animals & Lowry Zoo plus much more!