PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Get ready to be AMAZED! You won't want to miss the opportunity to own this beautiful QUARTER-ACRE slice of paradise, located in a quiet cul-de-sac within the active, pet-friendly 55+ community of Imperial Lakes Estates! Backing up to a gorgeous lush, wooded forest preserve, this enormous lot houses one of the most highly-desired homes within Imperial Lakes! Spanning 1,652 square feet (PLUS an EXTRA 264 sqft centrally-air-conditioned Florida room!), you will have plenty of room to stretch out, spread out, and simply enjoy the peace and quiet that only trees and nature can bring. Not to mention, this home has a NEW ROOF (2022), newer AC (2016), indoor laundry closet, fireplace, 2-CAR GARAGE, and separate storage room/workshop! It would be nearly impossible to run out of storage in this home. Featuring TWO living rooms, TWO large bedrooms, TWO full bathrooms, and TWO porches (the enclosed Florida room & the 231 sqft open-air back patio!), this home will check every single box you have- we invite you to schedule your private showing today! As an added bonus, the LOW HOA FEE of $514 per quarter INCLUDES cable and internet! With a welcoming vibe and close proximity to Publix, numerous shops/restaurants, the Ellenton Premium Outlet Mall, and the interstate, you will agree that this location leaves nothing to be desired! Welcome home!
Welcome to Imperial Lakes one of the most sought after manufactured home communities in the United States. You're going to love living in this LAND OWNED 55+ gated community with plenty of activities which is centered on a 65-acre spring fed lake and a public golf course with golf cart access. This home has been completely remodeled with 1650 square feet under air and 3400 square feet under roof. It is one of a kind. Set in a quiet and peaceful lot that is . 263 acres and backs to a preserve. NO NEIGHBORS BEHIND YOU!! Relax in the comfort of your screened/vinyl Lanai or sit by the fire pit on the covered patio. As if that isn't enough, it also has an ATTACHED 2 car garage with automatic opener, 2 car carport plus extra-large workshop, craft room, storage or golf cart storage with double door access. The driveway can accommodate 4 cars. Move into the resort community of Imperial Lakes Estate with the two heated swimming pools, tennis, bocce ball courts, shuffleboard, horseshoes, library, full kitchen, screened patio, club house with elevated stage and dance floor and activities all the time for whatever you want to do. Convenient location to I-75. Explore Sarasota or St Petersburg. Close to shopping and restaurants. HOA fee averages out to $158 monthly which includes cable TV and internet. Come check Imperial Lakes out Today!
Public Records
Mar 21, 2014
Sold
$82,500
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 5, 1996
Sold
$80,000
$48/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 1990
Sold
$100,500
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,527 (−20.3%)
$42,500 + $160,336
$202,836
2024
$3,170 (−4.7%)
$42,500 + $160,336
$202,836
2023
$3,326 (+318.3%)
$42,500 + $183,430
$225,930
2022
$795 (+7.0%)
2021
$743 (−1.5%)
2020
$754 (+3.5%)
2019
$729 (+1.7%)
2018
$717 (+7.9%)
2017
$664 (+1.2%)
2016
$656 (−0.8%)
2015
$661 (−1.3%)
2014
$670 (−3.8%)
2013
$697 (+1.6%)
2012
$686
Tax history for 8436 Castle Garden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,527 (−20.3%)
$42,500 + $160,336
$202,836
2024
$3,170 (−4.7%)
$42,500 + $160,336
$202,836
2023
$3,326 (+318.3%)
$42,500 + $183,430
$225,930
2022
$795 (+7.0%)
2021
$743 (−1.5%)
2020
$754 (+3.5%)
2019
$729 (+1.7%)
2018
$717 (+7.9%)
2017
$664 (+1.2%)
2016
$656 (−0.8%)
2015
$661 (−1.3%)
2014
$670 (−3.8%)
2013
$697 (+1.6%)
2012
$686
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,652
Year built
1990
Style
Mobile/Manufactured Home
County
Manatee County
APN
647118702
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
RSMH-4.5
Residential Single Family Mobile Home Districts
The RSMH districts are intended to accommodate mobile home parks and subdivisions in a suburban residential environment. The minimum size to establish this district shall be 20 acres.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Office
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Recreation
Housing-Mobile home park
Jun 11, 2025 • Final
Accessory structure
Repair a carport and shed damaged by a hurricane. Inspections will be conducted by a private provider.
ADU
Feb 26, 2025 • Final
Residential
Perform alterations to an attached shed to repair damage caused by a fallen tree.
ADU
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 18x25
Parking Features: Driveway
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Florida Room,Inside Utility
# of Rooms: 3
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Thermostat
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch
Exterior Features: Sliding Doors
Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12081-N-647118702-R-N
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Property Condition: Completed
Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
Body Type: Double Wide
Zoning: RSMH4.5
Land Information
Vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Near Golf Course, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Square Meters: 1020
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 294.13
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,325.89
Tax Year: 2023
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $2,056
Total Monthly Fees: $171.33
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Name: Sunvast Management
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 171.33
Association Fee: $514
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Internet, Management, Recreational Facilities
Location Information
Directions: From I-75, take exit 229 and turn right onto Buffalo Road. Follow along until you enter Imperial Lakes on the left. Continue to this home!
Condo Information
Condo Land Included Y/N: 1
Condo Fees: 0
Community Information
Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Golf, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Courts
Senior Community
Pets Allowed: Yes
Max Pet Weight: 25
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,652
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Manatee County
APN: 647118702
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 727-254-9464
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 92
Status Contractual Search Date: 2024-07-16
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 155.87
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 1652
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 153.48
Building Area Total: 3166
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Virgil Mills Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Buffalo Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Palmetto High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 31 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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