7728 DRAYTON, BRADENTON, FL 34201

$939,900

Beds: 3

Baths: 3 Full

Sq. Ft.: 2,452 Sq. Ft.

Year Built: 2005

Lot Size: 0.45 Acres

Garage: 2

Pool: Yes

DOM: 12

Property Overview

Status: Closed

Property Type: Residential

MLS #: a0bb2b3935942a2f2cc30aa2cb5724ad

Subdivision: UNIVERSITY PLACE

County: Manatee

HOA Fee: $112 (Monthly)

Year Built: 2005

Construction: Block, Stucco

Foundation: Slab

Roof: Shingle

Cooling: Central Air

Heating: Natural Gas

Sewer: Public Sewer

Water Source: Public

Zoning: PDMU/WPE

Tax Amount: $10,216.00 (2022)

Date Sold: Sep 16, 2024

Sold Price: $900,000

Listed On: Aug 1, 2024

Description

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED, HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY AUGUST 13th, 2024. Rarely available in University Place! Architectural detail and high ceilings set the scene for this well-appointed, beautifully furnished home situated on a private lot of almost half an acre. The open great room and custom chef’s kitchen are stunning with views of the heated, saltwater pool and lush, green private backyard. The designer chimney range hood over the extended gas range with double ovens is paramount, along with the glass fronted cabinets, kitchen island with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The upgraded glass cabinets with lighting continue into the home desk area nearby. The primary suite is perfect with pocket sliding doors to the lanai and pool, two walk-in fitted closets, split vanities with quartz countertops, a garden tub, shower with glass door and new lighting. The Southport floor plan is a split plan with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the other side of the house to ensure privacy. The spacious den/office has charming French doors, built-in cabinets with lighting and direct access to the pool area. Its location, adjacent to the pool bath with glass enclosed shower, also makes it a perfect 4th bedroom for guests when needed. The organized laundry room has a quartz countertop, a sink and cabinets and the extended two-car side-entry garage complete this home. You will love the covered lanai, accessed by sliding doors from the great room that opens to an oversized pool deck with lots of space to enjoy the saltwater pool and spa. This large pie-shaped lot provides a huge private backyard for the best outdoor living. The details and finishes inside this home are remarkable with high vaulted and tray ceilings, aquarium glass, columns, plantation shutters, custom built-ins, lighting and much more. Recent improvements include a new roof 2024, new flooring, painting, lighting, completely updated kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room with quartz countertops, new A/C in 2020, whole house generator, landscape lighting, pool and lanai pavers, pool cage renovated and rescreened in 2023, gutters and more. University Place is a superior gated community that features two community centers with heated resort-style pools and spa, and a fitness center. You will find nature trails, a playground and stocked lakes for fishing. Just outside the neighborhood is the University Place Community Park with lighted tennis courts, a pavilion, picnic tables, playground and playing field. Located close to the heart of UTC - University Town Center with its many shops, restaurants, and events. There is easy access to I-75, Sarasota/Bradenton SRQ airport, Downtown Sarasota and the area’s award-winning beaches like Siesta Key Beach.

Exterior Features

Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors

Directions

University Parkway to Cooper Creek Blvd. University Place will be on your right. Once through the gate turn left on Drayton Circle and 7728 will be on your left.

School Information

Elementary: Robert E Willis Elementary

Middle: Braden River Middle

High: Braden River High

Location

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Mortgage Estimator

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Listing Information

Provided Courtesy of:

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Listing Agent: Jody Skapyak

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Data last updated: August 6, 2025, 1:30 am UTC

MLS Source: Stellar MLS Copyright © 2025

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