2009 CANAL DRIVE N4 Ground floor 2-bedroom one bathroom condo in the lovely and friendly 55+ community of The Third Bayshore Condominiums in west Bradenton. This home has been thoughtfully updated offers everything you need for a comfortable and beautiful Florida lifestyle. Recent updates include NEW KITCHEN in 2021, including new appliances and countertops, NEW REFRIGERATOR WITH ICEMAKER, NEW FLOORING, NEW CARPET, NEW SHOWER, NEWER WASHER AND DRYER (a laundry room is rare, and a real plus in this community!), FRESHLY PAINTED LANAI, and NEWER AC UNIT! The home also features a screened lanai with a beautiful natural setting out back. Parking for the home is one door down, offering great convenience. Third Bayshore community offers the quintessential Florida lifestyle, featuring a community pool, shuffleboard, and a welcoming clubhouse where residents gather for social events and activities. The beautifully landscaped grounds and friendly neighbors make it easy to feel right at home. Location is the icing on the cake—just eight miles from the pristine shores of Anna Maria Island, and about 20 minutes from downtown Sarasota’s vibrant arts and dining scene. Sarasota and Bradenton offer wonderful conveniences, with shopping, dining, and medical facilities all nearby. You're a short drive from the amazing cultural offerings of Sarasota, including St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach, two of the Gulf Coast’s most beloved destinations. The condo is move-in ready and is oen of the area's most desirable 55+ communities. Friendly people, a beautiful, natural setting, community features and proximity all the area has to offer. What a way to enjoy this amazing Florida lifestyle!