Welcome to paradise in the highly desired community of Cypress Strand that has access to Tara Preserve Country Club! This wonderful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom plus a den/office home offers 1, 368 square feet of bright, open-concept living enhanced by dramatic vaulted ceilings that instantly elevate the space. Natural light pours through large windows including the oversized back porch with a private preserve that's so serene. The heart of the home is the open kitchen, featuring gleaming granite countertops, convenient breakfast bar that flows effortlessly into the spacious dining and living areas. The split-bedroom layout ensures privacy, with the generous primary suite boasting a walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath. A second well-appointed bedroom and full guest bath provide flexibility for family, visitors, or a home office. The Cypress Strand community offers a heated swimming pool, walking trails, and access to all the amenities of Tara Preserve, including golf (no mandatory membership), tennis, and pickleball. Internet and cable TV, including HBO is included with your fees. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, medical facilities, and just minutes to I-75, UTC Mall, and Gulf beaches. Whether you're seeking a year-round residence, a seasonal getaway, or a low-maintenance investment property, this condo has everything you need to enjoy the Florida lifestyle.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13 x 13
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Living Room Dimensions: 15 x 20
- Office/Study Room Dimensions: 12 x 9
- Living Room Level: Second
- Office/Study Room Level: Second
- Extra Room-1 Description: Den/Library/Office
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Open Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 15 x 13
- Kitchen Level: Second
Exterior and Lot Features
- Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch
- Road Surface Type: Paved
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Land Info
- Lot Description: In County, Paved, Private
- Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Home Features
- View: Trees/Woods
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 1070
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee 2: 1070
- Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 525
- Association Name: Sentry Mgmt/Jennifer Buckmaster
- Association Name 2: Tara Master Association
- Association Phone: 9413611222
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: See association documents for Pet Restrictions, Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.), Max Pet Weight: 25, Number Of Pets: 2
School Information
- Elementary School: Tara Elementary
- High School: Braden River High
- Middle School: Braden River Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 1611
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: From St Rd 70 heading East, turn right onto Tara Blvd. Turn right onto Strand Cir. Turn Left on Bay ceder Ln. Home is on left side.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34203 - Bradenton/Braden River/Lakewood Rch
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: CYPRESS STRAND PH II
- Parcel Number: 1731756359
- Postal Code Plus 4: 7162
- Public Survey Range: 18
- Public Survey Section: 23
- Subdivision: CYPRESS STRAND PH II
- Township: 35
- Zoning: PDR/WP
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 1040 Quarterly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1368
- Year Built: 2004
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1548
- Building Name: 6421
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: West
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: Two
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 21
- Roof: Tile
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Building Total Stories: 2
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Phone Available
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
