Budget friendly without storm stress...and with a furnished option! Just minutes from the Skyway Bridge, St. Pete/Tampa metros and the vibrant waterfronts of Palmetto and Bradenton, the Villas at Oak Bend offer accessibility when it comes to location and price. Maintenance-free living is yours in this two-bedroom, two-bath villa with a new roof in 2024, water heater in 2020 and screened-in lanai in 2025. This residence features an open and split floorplan, vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, dining/great room combo and a one car attached garage with plenty of room for storage. The spacious kitchen offers a wraparound breakfast bar, closet pantry, updated stainless steel appliances, new kitchen sink and faucet, new cabinetry hardware and generous cupboard space making cooking and entertaining a breeze. And, if you enjoy alfresco dining, you'll love the new screened-in lanai. The primary bedroom en suite offers ample space and an attached bath with linen closet and step-in shower. The second bedroom is similarly bright and spacious while being adjacent to another full bath. Additional features and updates include plantation shutters, luxury vinyl flooring, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, exterior lighting and freshly painted walls and trim. Owner was only here seasonally so the unit is lightly lived in and extremely well kept, looks new. This pet-friendly, maintenance-free community has a low monthly HOA fee, no CDD fee and a wonderful swimming pool with restrooms. If you value proximity and easy access to central gulf coast destinations from Sarasota to Tampa Bay, including the best beaches in Florida, this home may be ideal for you!