501 A & B Spring Ave

Listing Description

               🏡 501 A & B Spring Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216 Draft Property Overview
✔ Duplex / Two-Unit Property (Each Unit: 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom)
✔ Total: 4 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • ~2,000–2,300 combined sq ft (verify public record)
✔ Located in the heart of Anna Maria, just steps from Pine Avenue, beaches, shops, and restaurants

🌟 Features & Highlights
✔ Rare duplex opportunity on Anna Maria Island—ideal for investors, multi-generational living, or short-term rental income
✔ Each unit features:
   • Open-concept living/dining areas with abundant natural light
   • Full kitchens with modern cabinetry and appliances (verify finishes)
   • Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms per unit
   • Private patios or outdoor lounging spaces
✔ Shared or separate outdoor areas depending on configuration
✔ Off-street parking—premium for Anna Maria Island
✔ Tropical landscaping providing privacy and island ambiance
✔ Move-in ready or rental-ready; strong income potential in a high-demand vacation market
✔ Walkable to beaches, shops, dining, parks, and trolley stops

🌊 Water Access & Views
✔ Just minutes (walkable) to the sugar-sand Gulf beaches of Anna Maria
✔ Close to bayside parks, boat ramps, and paddleboard/kayak launch areas
✔ Surrounded by coastal scenery and island breezes

📍 Location & Surroundings
✔ Prime Anna Maria Island location on the quiet north end
✔ Steps to Pine Avenue boutiques, cafés, gourmet donuts, galleries, and local eateries
✔ Close to Bayfront Park, Anna Maria Pier, and Gulf-front beaches
✔ Free trolley service provides easy access to Holmes Beach & Bradenton Beach
✔ Walkable, bike-friendly community ideal for vacationers and seasonal residents

⚡ Zoning & Utilities
✔ Zoning: Residential (verify for short-term rental eligibility—Anna Maria has specific ordinance requirements)
✔ Utilities: Public water, sewer, and electric
✔ Central HVAC (individual systems per unit)

🎓 Schools (verify local zoning)
✔ Anna Maria Elementary (PK–5)
✔ Martha B. King Middle School (6–8)
✔ Manatee High School (9–12)

💰 Price & Taxes
✔ Annual Property Taxes: ~$14,000–$17,000 (verify Manatee County records)
✔ Rental Income Potential: Excellent—high nightly rates and repeat seasonality typical for north-end Anna Maria

📊 Community Snapshot (approx. 1-mile radius)
✔ Median Household Income: ~$95,000–$115,000
✔ Median Home Value: ~$1.3M–$1.8M
✔ Average Age: ~55–60 years (high proportion of seasonal/second-home residents)

✨ Summary
501 A & B Spring Ave is a rare multi-unit property on Anna Maria Island’s highly coveted north end. With two self-contained 2BR/1BA units, this duplex offers exceptional flexibility for investors, extended families, or those seeking high vacation rental income. Steps from beaches, dining, and parks, the property combines island charm, walkability, and high long-term value in one of Florida’s most desirable coastal destinations.

🏡 Anna Maria Island Community Overview
Anna Maria Island is one of Florida’s most beloved barrier islands—known for turquoise Gulf waters, walkable beach towns, and a strong sense of Old Florida charm.

🏡 Real Estate & Housing
Anna Maria Island features:
🏠 Single-family coastal homes and cottages
🌴 Duplexes and multi-unit rentals—robust vacation markets
🌊 Luxury waterfront estates on both the Gulf and the Intracoastal
💰 Median home price: Among the highest in Manatee County due to scarcity and demand

✅ Why People Love Anna Maria
✔ Turquoise Gulf waters and pristine white-sand beaches
✔ Walkable island lifestyle with golf carts and bikes
✔ Boutique shops, artisan cafés, and farm-to-table restaurants
✔ Top-tier short-term rental demand with global tourism draw
✔ Relaxed, small-town atmosphere with no high-rise development

🏖️ Lifestyle & Attractions
✔ Anna Maria City Pier – fishing, dining, and sunset views
✔ Pine Avenue – shopping, bakeries, artisan goods
✔ Gulf Coast beaches – pristine shores and world-class sunsets
✔ Beachfront dining – The Sandbar, Waterfront Restaurant, and others
✔ Kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, fishing, and dolphin-watching

📊 Demographics & Economy
Population: ~1,100 (city); ~8,500 across the island
Median household income: ~$80,000+
Key industries:

Tourism & hospitality
Short-term rental management
Boutique retail & local food/beverage

🎓 Education & Schools
✔ Served by Manatee County Schools
✔ Anna Maria Elementary is highly regarded
✔ Nearby higher education in Bradenton/Sarasota (SCF, USF Sarasota-Manatee, Ringling College)

🚗 Transportation & Accessibility
✔ Access via Manatee Ave (SR-64) or Cortez Rd
✔ Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport – ~30 minutes
✔ Tampa International Airport – ~1 hour
✔ Free island trolley from north to south end

☀️ Climate & Outdoor Living
✔ Warm, sunny climate year-round
✔ Ideal for boating, beachgoing, biking, and outdoor dining
✔ Frequent island events, art markets, and community festivals

Anna Maria Island blends idyllic coastal living, strong investment fundamentals, and a world-class lifestyle—making 501 A & B Spring Ave a standout opportunity in one of Florida’s premier beach communities.