Description: Under contract-accepting backup offers. You will love this low-maintenance, block home with a brand NEW roof, NEW windows! NEW laminate floors, freshly painted walls. Kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Bosch dishwasher and plenty of cupboard space adjoins dining room with pass-through to den that leads to garage where washer/dryer is. NEW storage space in UPDATED bathroom. UPDATED electrical. Spacious living room. Plenty of sunlight throughout. With little effort this 2/1 easily becomes a 3/2 -- the den becomes a bedroom with an ensuite bath (plumbed for 2nd bath). Set on double-faced lot with 2 mango trees and lined with hibiscus. Owner-installed street-light in front of house through FPL. Attached screened patio for morning coffee and evening cocktails. Well cared for. No CDD. No deed restrictions. No HOA fees. Located in Ballard Park, which is part of downtown revitalization. Steps to the Wares Creek waterfront park where you can launch a kayak or paddleboard or get a plot at the thriving community garden. Bike or walk to downtown festivals and public market, or multiple restaurants and pubs as well as a host of entertaining destinations such as the museum, the Riverwalk Park and the Island Ferry for access to the beaches of Anna Maria Island. Motivated Seller has significantly reduced price!! Move-in ready for quick closing.