1219 3RD STREET DRIVE E

Hidden gem overlooking the Manatee River and a sea of mangroves. Breathtaking views from all three levels. Piece of paradise. Best buy and biggest home on the Manatee River for under a million dollars with +2,800 square feet and private elevator in beautifully maintained, low maintenance community! You must see this corner unit, 3-story townhome to believe it. Water views on all levels, especially the master bedroom/master shower, and while soaking in the included 110-volt hot tub. Direct access to the Gulf from the included 60’ boat slip in deep water, protected marina. High ceilings, gorgeous coastal colors and accents, framed mirrors, and vinyl plank and stone waterproof flooring throughout. 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths, or 2 bedrooms and 2 office spaces for remote workers. Mother-in-law suite can be accessed through garage and used as full-size office. New natural gas Weber Genesis II -335 with iGrill3 Bluetooth thermometer, side burner, and rotisserie with vent hood and aquatic-themed backsplash. Screened on all 3 levels with 2-story aluminum cage and automated screen on 3rd story bedroom lanai. Parking for up to 4 cars in 2-car garage and brick-paver driveway. 2 community pools, well-appointed fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, walk to tiki bar restaurant through beautifully landscaped tropical foliage Walking distance to award-winning Florida charter school for the arts (grades 6-12). Check the pictures to see the extraordinary views; use the 3D tour to ‘walk’ through the home. Now, stroll across the street to check out your FLOATING BOAT SLIP (INCLUDED in your home's listing price) that will accommodate up to a 60' boat. Rivera Dunes is a gated community with an 80-acre protected marina leading directly (no locks) to Manatee River/Tampa Bay & out to the Gulf. Live here on permanent vacation and still be close to Sarasota/Bradenton/St. Pete/Tampa, I-75 & 3 airports. Easy commute to work/shopping/culture/sports. Quarterly HOA fees include Insurance (both exterior Hazard and external FEMA Flood), Cable TV, internet, 2 Pools, Fitness Center, Tennis & Pickle-ball Court, Exterior Painting, Roofing, Landscaping, ADT Security system monitoring, Fire Sprinklers, Termite bond, Riviera Dunes marina, nature walk, docks, restaurant at harbor, Property Manager, etc. Come live in paradise.