$489,000
4517 8TH STREET COURT E, ELLENTON, FL 34222
Beds
2
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,044 sq ft
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Garage
,
About This Property
Enjoy the best of the Florida waterfront lifestyle in this updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom canal-front home offering direct boating access to the Manatee River! Situated on approximately a quarter-acre lot with an impressive 100 feet of canal frontage, this property is an exciting opportunity for boating enthusiasts, outdoor lovers, and anyone dreaming of relaxed Florida living. Designed for comfort and convenience, the home features an updated kitchen and bathrooms, ceramic tile flooring in wet areas, and new laminate flooring throughout the living room and bedrooms, installed in late 2024. The inviting living room offers a beautiful stone fireplace, decorative and non-wood-burning, creating an attractive focal point. A new refrigerator installed in 2025 adds to the home's practical updates, while the metal roof, replaced in 2020, provides another valuable improvement. Waterfront amenities are a standout feature, with a private dock and 5,000-pound boat davits making it easier to enjoy boating, fishing, and exploring the waterways. The spacious covered patio provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining friends, or unwinding in the Florida sunshine. Additional features include an oversized concrete driveway with ample space for RV or boat parking, plus a detached shed with its own separate 60-amp electrical panel for added flexibility and storage potential. Conveniently located near US Highway 301, Interstate 75, and Ellenton Premium Outlets, this property combines waterfront recreation with access to shopping, dining, and major transportation routes. Whether you're searching for a Florida waterfront home, a canal-front property with Manatee River boating access, or a home with room for your boat and RV, this inviting property offers an appealing combination of updates, outdoor living, and water-oriented convenience.
Property Overview
Interior Features
Exterior & Lot
Waterfront
Utilities
Parking
HOA & Community
Financial Details
Schools
Directions
US 301 N , turn South on 45th St East (East Orange Avenue) and left on 8th St Ct E. Home is on the right.
Location
4517 8TH STREET COURT E, ELLENTON, FL 34222
Listing Information
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Home Price
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How to Buy This Home
Multiple financing options available for this $489,000 home in ELLENTON.
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FHA Loan
$17,115 Down
Government-backed, low down payment. Credit scores as low as 580.
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VA Loan
$0 Down
Zero down for eligible veterans, active duty, and military families.
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Conventional
$24,450 Down
Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.
Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs
You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.
Florida Hometown Heroes
Up to $35,000
First-time buyers working in FL
FL Assist
Up to $10,000
FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers
FL HLP Second Mortgage
Up to $10,000
First-time buyers, 0% deferred
Manatee County SHIP
Varies
Income-qualifying Manatee residents
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Quick check based on the 28% debt-to-income rule. Not a guarantee, just a starting point.
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