5410 61ST ST E Virtually Staged. Waterfront Home on the Braden River with Gulf AccessWater lovers will love this spacious waterfront home on the beautiful Braden River, offering access to the Gulf of Mexico.This home features an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2 bathrooms, a living room, family room, and dining room. Additional features include cathedral ceilings, crown molding, a wood-burning fireplace, and more than 2, 000 square feet of screened outdoor living space with a large deck/patio. The home also offers complete hurricane shutters and an oversized swimming pool.Recent improvements include: - New $70, 000 seawall - New pool cage - Newer roof - Newer appliances - Tile flooring in the common areas - Lanai foundation repair - Entire house re-plumbed in the attic - New sod in the front and back yardsEnjoy breathtaking, colorful sunsets from the porch. During the winter months, you may see manatees playing in the warm river, fish jumping in the water, and, if you're lucky, even dolphins!Conveniently located close to I-75 and Sarasota's beautiful Gulf beaches, this home offers the perfect combination of waterfront living and easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment. Some cosmetic updates remain and can be completed according to your personal taste. Come make this special waterfront property your own