One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 1028 36th Ave East is the perfect house for a first-time home buyer or investor, centrally-located on a large, fenced lot with NO HOA OR CDD! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has been updated with vinyl flooring, fresh paint inside and out and recent remodels to the kitchen and bathroom. The mini-split AC is new and takes care of all the common areas of the home; economical window units supplement in the bedrooms when needed. Many of the windows have been replaced, and the electrical panel was installed in 2023. This property sits on just over 1/3 of an acre with plenty of room for your work projects, storage sheds and toys. It is zoned Res 6 and also has the potential to be rezoned for commercial use. Just 1.5 miles from I-75, it's a quick hop to St. Pete, Tampa or Sarasota. The US-301 corridor offers plenty of local shopping and restaurants in Palmetto, Ellenton, and downtown Bradenton – plus convenient access to the Ellenton Outlet Mall, University Town Center and all major grocery chains, stores, and medical services. The barrier islands with their many beaches and vacation attractions are just over a dozen miles east. Come home to 1028 36th Ave East, an ideal place to begin your Florida adventures!