6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE, BRADENTON, FL, 34207
Active3 days on marketListed Oct 7, 2026MLS #C7531204
About this home
6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE
A little piece of Bayshore Gardens history! This 1959 home still has much of its original character, including terrazzo floors, along with several important updates: roof 2016, HVAC 2019, garbage disposal 2026, fence 2020 and shed 2021. Inside, you’ll find living and family spaces, a dining area, Florida room, three bedrooms, two full baths and inside laundry. Outside, the lot is completely xeriscaped, so there’s no lawn to mow. The location is another plus, with convenient access to IMG Academy, Sarasota, Bradenton, area beaches, shopping and dining. Bayshore Gardens residents enjoy access to a marina on Sarasota Bay with a private boat ramp, fishing dock, fish-cleaning station, picnic area and 127 boat slips with water and electric, plus space for smaller boats, canoes and kayaks. Community amenities also include an Olympic-size swimming pool, playground, volleyball court, picnic shelters, BBQ grills and clubhouse. A home with original Florida character, useful updates and access to some of the best amenities Bayshore Gardens has to offer.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,292
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
1959
Year built
Two
Levels
$262
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.
$2,610 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,610/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
−4.6%
$/sqft vs Bradenton actives
$262 vs $244
Days on market
3 vs 75 typical
Where $262/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.
Where it sits
Inside Bay Shore Gardens
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bay Shore Gardens — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,999
Median age
56
Median income
$58,694
Median home value
$203,738
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
373
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
$395K → $420K
Bradenton median sold, yr/yr
95.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
239 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 162% above the BRADENTON 34207 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$180,000
912 68TH AVENUE W
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,270 sqft · $142/sqft · 36 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$145,000
6914 TARPON LANE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,242 sqft · $117/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$400,000
355 MCARTHUR AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,235 sqft · $324/sqft · 6 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
Anealya Hammad
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,610/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $1/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 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $1 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,715. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $338,000, this home is listed about 13% below the Bradenton median of $390,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6235 COLUMBIA DRIVE?+
Bayshore Elementary School (elementary), Bayshore High School (high), Electa Lee Magnet Middle School (middle) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$338,000 runs 162% above the BRADENTON 34207 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Fresh on the market
Only 3 days on market in a Bradenton market that averages 75 — if it fits, move quickly.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of KW PEACE RIVER PARTNERS · Carol Nelson. MLS #C7531204.
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