Stunning SUNSETS and WATER VIEWS are waiting for you! Relax and enjoy the views of the Longboat Key Bridge over Sarasota Bay through your expansive wall of Impact windows (a $30K upgrade) in this pristine top floor, end unit condo. Perfectly located near Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key sits a community unmatched in this area. Welcome to 4717 Independence Dr. in sought-after Mount Vernon, this area's finest 55+ community offering a vibrant active lifestyle and amenities galore . . . yes we even have boating opportunities so bring your boat or jet skis and begin exploring the waters of Manatee/Sarasota Counties! One of the largest units, 1,556 sq. feet of air-conditioned Florida living offers plenty of room for friends and family, 2-bedroom, 2-bath and featuring a private laundry closet separate from the kitchen, one of the few units offering this upgrade. Newer Impact Windows throughout provide peace of mind. Travertine flooring, tasteful modern solid wood cabinets, beautiful stone counters, breakfast bar plus dining area add to the open flow of this special condo. The split bedroom floorplan is great for privacy and offers a primary ensuite with wide-open water views, updated bathroom and spacious walk-in closet plus a second bedroom and remodeled bath. This end unit offers FIVE additional windows for natural light to flow throughout the condo. A few steps to the elevator (or stairs if you prefer) and you're at your convenient covered parking space complete with a private storage area. Mount Vernon residents enjoy an ACTIVE LIFESTYLE! Low condo fees include water, sewer, trash, recycle, pest control, cable TV, internet, exterior maintenance, including roof and landscaping. Amenities include friendly neighbors, clubhouse w/kitchen, fitness center, a workshop, billiards, tennis/pickleball courts, heated swimming pool, putting green, access to a reserved dock for a one-time fee of $25 (Board approval necessary) and social activities. In and around the community you'll find a bayside pavilion, bayfront nature trail, bird sanctuary, butterfly garden and so much more. Close to shopping, dining, some of Florida's best beaches and unlimited sunshine! Is this upgraded, completely furnished home on your wish list? With low condo fees and priced below market value you'll want to schedule your private showing today. Video available upon request.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16' x 13'
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Laundry Level: First
- Living Room Dimensions: 26' x 16'
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Eat-in Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Solid Surface Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Furnished
- Flooring: Travertine
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 26' x 16'
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: BAY
- Water Features: Bay/Harbor, Gulf/Ocean, Bay/Harbor Front, Boat Slip, Dock, Water Access, Waterfront
- Bay/Harbor
- Waterfront Feet: 30
Exterior and Lot Features
- Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
- Tennis Court(s)
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Land Info
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Guest
Home Features
- View: Bay/Harbor - Full, Gulf/Ocean - Full, Water
- Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 739
- Association Name: Mount Vernon- Robby Angel
- Association Phone: 9417920595
- Senior Community: Yes
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
Amenities and Community Features
- Elevator(s)
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 3 Months
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 4184
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: Follow Cortez Rd W toward beaches, go past past 75th St and Palma Sola, at Cortez Rd Ace Hardware turn south on Independence, follow Independence to condo driveway on right to unit.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34210 - Bradenton
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: MOUNT VERNON CONDOMINIUM
- Parcel Number: 7655813405
- Subdivision: MOUNT VERNON CONDOMINIUM
- Zoning: PDR
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 739, Condo Fees Term: Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1556
- Year Built: 1979
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1556
- Building Name: B
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: Northwest
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Owner
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 47
- Levels or Stories: One
- Building Total Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Corner Unit, Elevated, End Unit, Mid Rise
- Total Area Sqft: 1556
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Phone Available
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public