3601 18th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Under contract-accepting backup offers. If youve been waiting for a home where the setting feels special and the major updates are already in place, this is it.nnSet on a rare oversized corner lot with a circular driveway and lake views, this Arthur Rutenberg-built, concrete block ranch offers something increasingly hard to find: space, privacy, and a calm, open backdrop that instantly changes the way a home feels.nnThe peace-of-mind improvements buyers look for most are already done: the roof is approximately four years old, a high-performing Trane A/C was replaced two years ago, and a new water heater was installed in April 2025.nnFrom the moment you arrive, the home invites you to slow down. Mature landscaping frames the property, the driveway creates a sense of arrival, and the way the lot sits-with homes spread out-gives you breathing room that newer neighborhoods rarely offer. And because the lot is so generous, theres also room along the side of the home to park a boat and trailer or an RV-an added benefit you rarely get in this area.nnInside, youll notice how comfortable and elevated the home feels at the same time. Wood floors run throughout, paired with tasteful grass-cloth accents that add warmth and texture without trying too hard. The layout is thoughtful and functional-easy to live in, easy to entertain in, and designed in a way that still feels hard to replicate in many newer builds.nnThe bright kitchen is nicely done with white cabinetry, granite countertops,