Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath split floor plan with block construction, nestled in the established Meadow Lake community of Bradenton, offering comfort, functionality, and an excellent central location. A covered, screened front entry adds both charm and functionality while welcoming you inside. Designed with privacy in mind, the split-bedroom layout makes this home an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, seasonal residents, or anyone looking to make a home their own. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, a convenient breakfast bar, and a cozy eat-in dining area, opening to the main living and dining spaces for easy everyday living and entertaining. Laminate flooring flows throughout the home, with tile in the kitchen and bathrooms, offering both style and easy maintenance. The spacious primary suite includes an en-suite bath, while the additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy abundant natural light throughout the home thanks to the desirable southern rear exposure. Step outside to the spacious screened lanai overlooking a private backyard complete with a garden area, storage shed, partial fencing, and plenty of room to garden, relax, entertain, or let pets play. Additional features include an inside washer and dryer, a new A/C system installed in 2025, a new garage door in 2023, and a roof that is approximately 10 years old. For added peace of mind, the sellers have completed an updated four-point inspection and wind mitigation report. The current homeowners insurance premium is approximately $3,143 per year, and the home offers a transferable flood insurance policy at approximately $553 per year. .This home has never been a rental and has been lovingly maintained by its owners, reflecting pride of ownership throughout. Conveniently located just minutes from I-75, shopping, restaurants, schools, medical facilities, downtown Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, and the beautiful Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach, this home offers outstanding accessibility while still enjoying the charm of an established neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, seasonal getaway, or investment opportunity, this home offers solid value, desirable updates, and the opportunity to personalize it over time. Come experience all that this charming Meadow Lake home has to offer. Please note: Grass has been digitally enhanced in listing photos. Actual grass color will vary due to current drought conditions. Survey, 4point, Wind Mitigation and Floor Plan Available and 3-D Virtual Tour Available.