
3608 JOYCE DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL, 34208
Sold549 days on marketListed Jan 16, 2025Sold Apr 8, 2026MLS #A4635241
About this home
3608 JOYCE DRIVE
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. BACK ON MARKET WITH GREAT NEW PRICE FAR BELOW MARKET!!! SPECTACULAR WATER VIEWS in River Isles – A Vibrant 55+ Community Offering the Best of Florida Living! Unbelievably low HOA fees with amazing amenities! THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER! Discover River Isles, one of Bradenton’s premier deed-restricted communities for active adults aged 55 and better. This charming two-bedroom, one-bath home blends comfort, scenic views, and thoughtful design in a neighborhood filled with opportunity for recreation, connection, and relaxation. As you approach, you’re greeted by a screened front porch - a perfect spot to unwind. Step inside to find a bright, open interior with a warm and airy atmosphere. The spacious bonus room, featuring expansive windows overlooking the serene Braden River, connects seamlessly to both an enclosed lanai and a side-screened porch. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a quiet moment, this flexible space is designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. The galley kitchen offers ample cabinetry, a convenient pass-through to the bonus room, and everything needed to host with ease. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on the lanai with tranquil water views or basking in the Florida sunshine on your private back deck, surrounded by a fenced yard. The one-car garage adds functionality with a utility sink, washer/dryer hookups, and an additional refrigerator. Key Updates Include: Tile roof (2007), AC system (2020), Updated water-facing windows (2018) River Isles isn’t just a place to live - it’s a lifestyle. The recently renovated clubhouse offers a temperature-controlled pool, fitness center, library, pool table, ping pong, and a wide array of social activities. Join weekly shuffleboard games, Friday night Bingo, card groups, aerobics classes, pancake breakfasts, and live entertainment, including concerts and plays. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the resident-owned, professionally maintained 9-hole executive golf course (membership optional), offering an affordable and accessible way to play year-round. The neighborhood is also a Bradenton Police Certified Neighborhood Watch Community, with a Volunteer Security Patrol Program, promoting a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment. Conveniently Located, River Isles offers easy access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and cultural attractions. Manatee Avenue, I-75, and Bradenton Beach are just minutes away, giving you the best of both convenience and coastal living.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,480
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$142
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
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 RIVER ISLES
$142 vs $257
Days on market
549 vs 53 typical
Where $142/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in RIVER ISLES
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
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The numbers that matter
The Bradenton market
$410K → $424K
Bradenton median sold, yr/yr
95.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
3 of 6
RIVER ISLES have cut their price
Median sold price, Bradenton, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 47% below the Bradenton median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3608 JOYCE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$205,000
3608 JOYCE DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,480 sqft · $139/sqft · 317 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$308,000
4203 NEIL LANE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,477 sqft · $209/sqft · 65 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$175,000
805 MANDARIN CIRCLE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft · $120/sqft · 162 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
Donna Layton
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3608 JOYCE DRIVE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3608 JOYCE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the Bradenton market on paper
$210,000 is 47% below the Bradenton median of $395,740, and at $142/sqft it sits under the Bradenton average of $264.
02Time on market is leverage
549 days on market against a Bradenton median of 53 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $319,000, now $210,000 — a $109K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KW COASTAL LIVING III · Brandi Furlan. MLS #A4635241.
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