12940 BLISS LOOP, BRADENTON, FL, 34211
Active33 days on marketListed Jun 17, 2026MLS #A4697133
About this home
12940 BLISS LOOP
Exceptionally maintained and thoughtfully upgraded, this stunning 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom, 3-car garage residence in the gated community of Serenity Creek offers the privacy and space you have been looking for. From the moment you arrive, the home impresses with its striking curb appeal, lush low-maintenance landscaping, and wide driveway. Inside, the easy flowing floor plan provides flexible living and entertainment options. Elegant tray ceilings grace the hallways and living areas. In the front of the house you will find one of the guest bedrooms and a versatile office/ currently used as a gym as well the dining area. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, double ovens, a large island, elegant cabinetry, an upgraded butler pantry, and a spacious walk-in pantry. The breakfast nook opens seamlessly to the inviting living room, creating a bright and welcoming heart of the home. The luxurious primary suite is a private retreat with an oversized walk-in closet, spa-inspired soaking tub, and large shower. Throughout the home, you’ll appreciate the numerous high-end upgrades and thoughtful details, Roof 2022/gutters 2024, 2 HVAC, UV light systems, 2 water heaters 2025/26. Up the beautiful wooden staircase with wrought iron banisters, the second level features a spacious loft, ideal as a theater room, playroom, or secondary living area, plus a 5th bedroom with its own bathroom, perfect for teenagers or guests. Step outside to your backyard paradise: a relaxing saltwater heated pool and spa surrounded by lush scenery and abundant wildlife. What truly sets this property apart is the large, fully fenced side yard, big enough for whatever you imagine: lively pool parties, dog park, play ground. Serenity Creek is a beautifully maintained, low fee, no CDD fees gated community in a prime location near Lakewood Ranch. Enjoy A rated schools, parks, trails, and easy access to I-75, with Tampa, Sarasota, and world class beaches just minutes away.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4,027
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2016
Year built
Two
Levels
$236
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$6,404 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$6,404/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
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 Bradenton actives
$236 vs $238
Days on market
33 vs 53 typical
Where $236/sqft sits among the 400 Bradenton actives
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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside Serenity, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental
Zoned & eligible
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$2,800/mo median
Live Bradenton rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
The Florida short-term market
▼ Softening48%
Occupancy
▼ 37% yr/yr
$325
Avg nightly rate
▲ 13% yr/yr
$38K/yr
Revenue per listing
$151
RevPAR
78 days
Booking lead time
5.7 nights
Avg stay
3
Typical min nights
11,479
Active rentals
▼ 20% supply
Seasonality — monthly occupancy
Peaks at 57% in Jul · bottoms at 36% in Jun
Last 12 months of data, January–December, bars scaled to the seasonal peak. Market-wide averages across all home sizes in Florida — the projection above is specific to this home’s size.
Where it sits
Inside Serenity Creek
Drive times from this address
Serenity is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
Serenity Creek — neighborhood snapshot
Population
655
Median age
41
Median income
$162,757
Median home value
$648,100
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
57%
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Bradenton market
$410K → $424K
Bradenton median sold, yr/yr
95.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
191 of 400
Bradenton actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Bradenton, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 132% above the BRADENTON 34211 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12940 BLISS LOOP
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$665,000
13148 BLISS LOOP · same community
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,831 sqft · $174/sqft · 447 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$795,000
12944 BLISS LOOP · same community
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,686 sqft · $216/sqft · 48 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$867,500
12941 BLISS LOOP · same community
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,684 sqft · $235/sqft · 160 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
Chad Creech
President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 12940 BLISS LOOP — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12940 BLISS LOOP — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Live availability from Chad's calendar — pick a time and it's booked. Confirmation lands in your inbox immediately.
Straight answers
12940 BLISS LOOP FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12940 BLISS LOOP?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,404/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $180/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 12940 BLISS LOOP?+
The association fee works out to $180 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12940 BLISS LOOP?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,049. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can 12940 BLISS LOOP be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Serenity, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at 12940 BLISS LOOP?+
The listing reports pets: Number Limit. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Bradenton?+
At $949,000, this home is listed about 140% above the Bradenton median of $395,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12940 BLISS LOOP?+
Dr Mona Jain Middle School (middle), B.D. Gullett Elementary School (elementary), Lakewood Ranch High School (high) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$949,000 runs 132% above the BRADENTON 34211 median — but at 4,027 sqft it's also nearly 3 times the size of the typical Bradenton listing.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Serenity is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
04Strong assigned schools
Dr Mona Jain Middle School, B.D. Gullett Elementary School, Lakewood Ranch High School — Dr Mona Jain Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
Similar homes nearby
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Nikki Smith. MLS #A4697133.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
Never miss a listing
New Bradenton homes, in your inbox
Like 12940 BLISS LOOP but not quite? A daily digest of every new listing in Bradenton — straight from the MLS, hours after it goes live. Unsubscribe anytime.
Just watching this one home? Ask Chad to ping you on any price or status change →