2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2, BRADENTON BEACH, FL, 34217
Active557 days on marketListed Jan 14, 2025MLS #A4635700
About this home
2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2
Sandpiper Resort Co-Op is a 55+ community. This is a two bedroom, one bath property. Welcome to Anna Maria Island, where opportunity meets paradise! This storm-damaged property is a rare chance to own a slice of Florida's sought-after Gulf Coast. Nestled on a generous lot just steps away from pristine beaches, this home offers the perfect canvas for your dream coastal retreat. The home has sustained storm damage, offering the opportunity for a complete renovation or rebuild to suit your vision. The property is being sold "as-is." A/C works but duct work under is missing. Don't miss this opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind home in one of Florida's most desirable beach communities. Bring your creativity and contractors to make this island gem shine
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
768
Sqft
0.07 ac
Lot size
1968
Year built
One
Levels
$428
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,877 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,877/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Bradenton Beach actives
$428 vs $907
Days on market
557 vs 47 typical
Where $428/sqft sits among the 89 Bradenton Beach actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Bradenton Beach
Drive times from this address
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BRADENTON BEACH 34217 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,774
Median age
69.2
Median income
$90,278
Median home value
$636,300
Avg household
1.8
Households w/ children
130
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Bradenton Beach market
$665K → $720K
Bradenton Beach median sold, yr/yr
90.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
35 of 89
Bradenton Beach actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Bradenton Beach, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 73% below the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 median. See the full Bradenton Beach market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$250,000
2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT B24 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 838 sqft · $298/sqft · 436 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$225,000
2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 510 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 598 sqft · $376/sqft · 122 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$250,000
2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT B16 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 570 sqft · $439/sqft · 367 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,877/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $375/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2?+
The association fee works out to $375 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2023) was $3,122. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Bradenton Beach?+
At $329,000, this home is listed about 70% below the Bradenton Beach median of $1,082,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2601 GULF DRIVE N UNIT S2?+
Anna Maria Elementary School (elementary), Martha B. King Middle School (middle), Bayshore High School (high) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 market on paper
$329,000 is 73% below the BRADENTON BEACH 34217 median of $1,225,000, and at $428/sqft it sits under the Bradenton Beach average of $966.
02Time on market is leverage
557 days on market against a Bradenton Beach median of 47 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Anna Maria Elementary School, Martha B. King Middle School, Bayshore High School — Anna Maria Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $489,000, now $329,000 — a $160K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of BROCK REAL ESTATE · Greg Brock. MLS #A4635700.
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