Welcome to Laughing Mermaid! This beautiful two bedroom and two bathroom house features an additional private guest studio perfect for multi-generational family vacations. The backyard is truly a slice of paradise, complete with a refreshing pool, a convenient outdoor shower, a BBQ grill, and comfortable seating options where you and your loved ones can soak up the beautiful Florida sunshine. You will immediately feel the stylish and sophisticated ambiance as you step inside. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath residence could be used as primary residence, vacation home or rental. The renovations consist of new footings, new exterior siding, new reclaimed vintage flooring from North Carolina, new case opening windows, metal roof, landscaping, interior shiplap and in-ground gas heated pool. No expense has been spared. Two-bedroom, two-bath main home with a casita guest studio apartment with separate entrance gives lots of options for a new buyer. You will love entertaining in your guests with the remodeled kitchen which includes stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, farmhouse sink, and an island with breakfast bar. Dining area envelopes a beautiful chandelier and built-in banquette. The cozy primary bedroom will delight you with a wood-burning fireplace, walk-in closet, En-suite with shower, beautifully tiled, quartz countertops and dual sinks. Guest bedroom, sleeps three comfortably too! Located in the historic area of Bradenton in a charming neighborhood that is close to The Village of the Arts, Riverwalk of Bradenton, restaurants, LECOM, IMG Academy, and of course, our award-winning beaches of Anna Maria Island.
Sold
$649,000
2208 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
2beds
1,536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,201 sqft lot
$644,500 Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 17, 2025 at 09:31am
Listing Provided by:
Cindy Greco 941-812-3509,
WAGNER REALTY 941-727-2800
Bought with:
Sherry Flathman, 3149646
WAGNER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4634491
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee


Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub
- Level: First
Dinette
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x10
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x11
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x12
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,536
- Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 5,201 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 104
- Features: Corner Lot, Historic District, City Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 3386500007
- Zoning: R1B
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bradenton
- Subdivision: RIO VISTA
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$644,500