Looking for easy, low-maintenance Florida living just minutes from shopping, dining, and the Gulf beaches? Welcome to Cortez Villas, a desirable 55+ community offering a convenient Bradenton location and plenty of amenities to enjoy. This well-maintained villa features 3 bedrooms or 2 bedrooms plus a flexible bonus room that can easily serve as a home office, den, or guest space. The open great room feels spacious and inviting with its vaulted ceiling and abundant natural light that opens to a paver patio-perfect for relaxing outdoors or firing up the grill. The kitchen offers an eat-in dining area that opens up to the screened Florida room. The generously sized primary suite includes ample closet space and a renovated bath with walk-in shower, while a second full bath is conveniently located near the guest bedroom. The monthly fee includes water, sewer, trash, cable, internet, lawn care, exterior building maintenance, and access to the community clubhouse, pool, and shuffleboard courts. With restaurants, grocery stores, medical facilities, entertainment, and everyday conveniences nearby-and downtown Bradenton and Anna Maria Island just minutes away-you'll have everything you need close to home. Whether you're ready to enjoy the community amenities, spend your days at the beach, or simply relax on your own patio, this affordable villa makes Florida living easy!