Cortez Homes with Block Exterior Construction

Cortez Homes with Block Exterior Construction

Welcome to Cortez, Florida, a hidden gem nestled within Manatee County that offers a unique blend of coastal charm and vibrant community living. This picturesque village, steeped in history and surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico, is a haven for those seeking a serene lifestyle while still being close to the action. With its quaint streets lined with charming shops, delightful eateries, and stunning waterfront views, Cortez exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home from the moment you arrive.

Cortez is particularly renowned for its beautiful homes, many of which feature sturdy block exterior construction. This type of construction is not only known for its durability and energy efficiency but also provides excellent insulation against Florida's warm climate. Homebuyers can take comfort knowing that these homes are built to withstand the elements while offering a cozy, inviting space to come home to. Whether you’re looking for a quaint cottage or a more spacious family home, Cortez has a diverse range of properties that cater to all tastes and budgets.

Living in Cortez means embracing a lifestyle that celebrates the outdoors. From fishing and boating in the nearby waters to exploring the scenic trails of local parks, there’s no shortage of activities to enjoy. The community spirit here is palpable, making it a perfect place for families, retirees, and everyone in between. Discover the charm of Cortez and find your dream home in this idyllic coastal community today!

Newest Cortez Homes with Block Exterior Construction

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Cortez Beach SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Virtually Staged. Waterfront Coastal Luxury with Solar Power! Just minutes from Anna Maria Island, this elevated home in Hunters Point offers panoramic sunset and water views, a deeded boat slip, exceptional energy efficiency, and the peace of mind that comes with hurricane-resilient coastal construction. Elevated approximately 17.5 feet above the 100-year floodplain, this thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence blends effortless coastal living with innovative design. The bright open floor plan features shiplap ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light. Covered and screened waterfront balconies on both the east and west sides create inviting spaces for morning coffee, sea breezes, and spectacular sunsets! The upper-level primary suite offers a screened waterfront balcony with tranquil water views, while two guest bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath. Thoughtfully enhanced beyond the original builder specifications, owner upgrades include designer lighting and mirrors, custom window treatments, built-in closet systems, additional cabinetry, screened porches, full fencing, a Tesla charger, and two garage-level storage closets. Furnishings are available separately, creating a potential turnkey opportunity. Designed for sustainability and resilience, the home features PGT impact-resistant windows, 6-inch spray foam insulation, solar panels with Sonnen battery storage, high-efficiency systems, and smart home technology for climate and security. The result is a remarkably quiet, comfortable home with exceptional energy efficiency and low operating costs. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a ground-level patio and a private dock with water service accommodating boats up to 25 feet. The community's waterfront amenity center, resort-style pool, spa, and fitness center are conveniently located directly across from the home! The only virtually staged photo is the exterior side view with enhanced landscaping. Hunters Point is a gated, golf-cart-friendly waterfront community known for its innovative, hurricane-resilient design and prime location near Anna Maria Island, Cortez Village, waterfront dining, marinas, nature preserves, and beautiful Gulf beaches. Whether you are seeking a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or waterfront home with rental potential, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury coastal living in one of the area's most distinctive communities!

4357 Marina View Way, Cortez

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Hunters Point SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Short Sale. Welcome to waterfront living in the sought-after Hunters Point community of Cortez located just minutes from Anna Maria Island and its beaches. This beautifully designed coastal retreat is LEED certified, and offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and elevated construction built for the Florida lifestyle. Enjoy an open-concept floor plan with high ceilings, designer finishes, luxury vinyl flooring, quartz countertops, solid wood cabinetry, and smart home features throughout. It includes an elevator providing easy access to all 3 floors. The home's solar panels and Sonnen Battery storage system provide net-zero energy cost savings. It comes with a private dock with and deeded boat slip and lift that can accommodate a 25' boat. The garage has epoxy floors and a Tesla EV fast charger. Multiple balconies capture tranquil water and marina views, while the community offers resort-style amenities, boating access, and proximity to Anna Maria Island beaches, waterfront dining, and shopping. The community pool and clubhouse will be completed this summer. Short term rentals are allowed. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, this turnkey-partially furnished home delivers the ultimate coastal experience.

4207 Marina View Way, Cortez

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Mariners Cove Condo SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Do you have a boat? Or always wanted one? Love fishing? Or just content to look out at the huge expanse of Anna Maria Sound, with a coffee in hand in the morning or a glass of wine looking at the incredible sunsets in the evening? Then this is the place for you! Watch the porpoises play literally a few dozen feet away, or a family of manatees leisurely cruise by. Fisherman? Catch a redfish or a snook for dinner, right off your own back yard! Mariner's Cove is an very private 80 unit gated community in Cortez FL, with 2 pools, tennis, a kayak launch, and a private boat slip, which we are told will take up to a 35 ft boat (you can add your own boat lift!). We're just a hop, skip and a jump (locally, we call that a bridge) from Anna Maria island with its incredible array of restaurants, miles of gorgeous beaches and nonstop nightlife. Easily access to Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota, as well. This nicely updated condo has 2 bedrooms downstairs and a big loft upstairs for additional guests. Kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, hurricane sliders among updates, two under building assigned parking spaces, kayak storage, additional storage area, and an elevator, are among the many bells and whistles this second floor unit offers a new owner. Come visit! You'll love it!

3840 Mariners Way Unit 524A, Cortez

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Harbour Landing SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to the Sandpiper at gated Harbour Landings, a beautifully updated SPACIOUS two-story townhouse with 1898 sq. ft and 2400 + EXTRA square feet of AC living space. NEW METAL roof 04/2025. ROOM FOR A POOL! Private ELEVATOR to the main living level upstairs with covered screened porch, and PERFECT FOR A MOTHER IN LAW SUITE SITUATION! Generous and oversized garage is equivalent to a 3 CAR garage with space for two cars and/or boat/golf cart. The aquarium windows and sliding glass doors allow for an abundance of natural light with screened lanai. You'll enjoy features such crown molding, high ceilings, new AC in 2022, all new interior painting and brand new modern light fixtures. Harbour Landings is a virtually maintenance-free community. Association fees include all amenities, (tennis, pool, clubhouse, private gate) insurance on the outside of the building, roof maintenance and replacement, landscaping, lawn maintenance, irrigation, exterior painting, and professional management. Enjoy heated pool, community fitness facility, and tennis/pickle ball court. Walk-able and golf-cart friendly, Harbour Landings is close to beaches,(ONE Mile to Anna Maria) boating, golfing, restaurants, and more – offering the best of the coastal-casual Florida lifestyle. This home epitomizes tropical, island living without having to be on an island. Don’t miss out on this one-time amazing coastal lifestyle opportunity and call for your private showing today! Take your golf cart over the bridge to Anna Maria! THIS PROPERTY DID NOT FLOOD OR HAVE ANY DAMAGE IN HURRICANE HELENE AND MILTON.

4118 Osprey Harbour Loop Unit 4118, Cortez

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Cortez Add To Cortez SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Pre-Construction. To be built. Pre-Construction. To be built. NET ZERO COASTAL LIVING to be built in the AWARD WINNING, hurricane-resilient community of Hunters Point, just moments from Anna Maria Island! This upcoming residence represents the next generation of luxury coastal living where sustainability, safety, and sophistication meet. Designed with the future in mind, this will be a LEED Certified, net-zero energy home that will generate more power than it consumes, eliminating electric bills entirely. Expect a HERS Index Rating of 0, Tesla EV fast charger, and smart energy systems that will make this home as efficient as it is elegant. To be built with cutting-edge storm-resistant materials, it’s engineered to withstand Florida’s harshest weather with a proven record of no insurance claims or water intrusion in the community, even after major hurricanes. Inside, the modern coastal design will showcase an open-concept layout, high-end finishes, and a private elevator for effortless access between floors. The optional fourth bedroom offers added flexibility for guests, a home office, or expanded family living, while an extended deck provides the perfect vantage point for uninterrupted sunset views over the water. Homeowners at Hunters Point enjoy exclusive access to boating, outdoor recreation, and all the charm of life near Anna Maria Island without the maintenance or worry. Each residence is designed to be self-sustaining, low-maintenance, and short-term rental friendly, offering both personal enjoyment and investment potential. Furniture packages available. Experience a smarter way to live by the sea! A home built not just for today, but for the future.

12413 Gulf Breeze Terrace, Cortez

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ Sunset Park SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Welcome to this stunning home in the exclusive Sunset Harbor gated community, a private enclave of eight custom-built residences situated on the tranquil Anna Maria Sound. No expense was spared on this gorgeous waterfront home featuring 4 bedroom 3.5 baths with over 5000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor living space. Ceiling fans in every bedroom, custom shelving enhanced closets, upgraded lighting, quartz countertops, custom cabinets and trim work throughout, solid wood 8’ doors, Hunter Douglas plantation shutters, and a stunning hand-built Ambrosia maple wood staircase are just a some of the features in this newly constructed custom home. Built to Florida Category 5 hurricane standards, this residence includes a tankless water heater, two Trane heating and air conditioning units, controlled by Honeywell Home programmable thermostats and a 50-year concrete flat roof and newly installed reinforced rip rap along a concrete wall at the rear of the property add durability. Step outside to your oasis back yard complete with a 11 by 38-foot heated saltwater pool and spa with designer lighting, all set atop a concrete raised platform. An outdoor custom built outdoor kitchen with a wet bar, refrigerator and propane-powered grill are perfect for entertaining and dining poolside while enjoying incredible views of Anna Maria sound. A 950-pound capacity elevator with Italian marble flooring serves all three floors. The rear of the home includes two 10-by-30-foot fenced decks with porcelain tile flooring, a new dock with an assigned slip that includes a 10,000-pound lift with water and power. The garage level is built on 31 thirty-foot concrete/steel reinforced pylons and features an outdoor shower and a 75-by-25-foot outdoor living area with custom turf and travertine pavers. The oversized garage accommodates 2-4 vehicles and features keyless entry, epoxy concrete flooring, and aluminum ceiling storage racks. The second floor showcases custom-built cabinets in the library, a Hunter Douglas hardwired designer roller sunshade on the slider, a 9-by-11-foot covered front porch, and a custom hand-built fireplace mantle with a propane starting system. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with lighting in and under the cabinets, a farmhouse porcelain sink, a Kitchen-Aid ice maker that produces 25 pounds of ice daily, a Silhouette professional beverage refrigerator, and custom-built cabinets with a hooded specialty-designed vent. Schedule your private showing today!

12917 42nd Terrace W, Cortez

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Smugglers Landing SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Experience the ultimate coastal boating lifestyle without the upkeep in this TURNKEY FURNISHED CONDO. Click Tour 2 for Matterport 3D Tour. Welcome to Smugglers Landing, a premier waterfront community offering a deeded boat slip and wide (New Docks Going In This Year), deep-water canals ideal for sailboats or large boats, with quick and easy access to Anna Maria Sound and the Gulf. The elevated buildings provide peace of mind during storm season and include two assigned under-building parking spaces, along with an oversized storage room perfect for a workshop or hobby space. A convenient elevator brings you to this top-floor end unit, where you are greeted by an expansive screened-in front lanai your first glimpse of the light-filled, airy interior. Inside, tall vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light create an open and inviting atmosphere. The spacious kitchen offers ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a long breakfast bar that seamlessly connects to the living and dining areas. Entertaining is effortless with a full wet bar and beautiful water views as your backdrop. The primary suite features custom built-ins, a large layout, and private access to the rear lanai. The en-suite bath includes thoughtful touches such as under-cabinet lighting. Your guests will appreciate the roomy guest bedroom with direct access to the second full bathroom, ensuring privacy and comfort. A sizable den/office adds versatility and features a large slider to the front lanai plus a pass-through window to the kitchen, ideal for work, hobbies, or additional entertaining space. Both the front and rear lanais are perfect for dining alfresco, enjoying coastal breezes, or relaxing with serene water views. On calm days you can see the Manatees playing in the water. Experience breathtaking evenings as the sunsets feel like a moment out of a post card. This is coastal living at its finest! Smugglers Landing offers exceptional amenities, including two heated pools, a spa, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and elevator access. Nestled in the historic fishing village of Cortez, you’re moments from fresh seafood markets, local restaurants, shops, and the world-class beaches of Anna Maria Island. Smugglers Landing is truly a premier boating community and this beautifully located top-floor end unit is ready for its next owner.

4112 128th Street W Unit 605, Cortez

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Mariners Cove Condo SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Presenting a rare and distinguished opportunity to enjoy panoramic waterfront vistas, complemented by the exceptional offering of two boat slips, a rarity along the coast. Ideally set in the prestigious gated enclave of Mariner’s Cove where refined waterfront living is elevated to an art form. Set between the tranquil shores of Anna Maria Sound and Palma Sola Bay, this residence is a statement of timeless design. For the boating enthusiast, the residence includes a rare two slips equipped with a full power pedestal capable of holding a large boat, storage box and ideally at the end of the canal for direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, offering seamless navigation to Anna Maria Sound, Palma Sola Bay, Tampa Bay and Gulf of America. Upon arrival via elevator, you are welcomed into an expansive open-concept residence is a sanctuary of natural light that effortlessly blends coastal ease and anchored by a refined fireplace and framed by floor-to-ceiling glass sliders, inviting the outdoors in and offering uninterrupted vistas of the water beyond. At the center is a dramatic, 30-foot expanse screened lanai with coveted northwest exposure ideal for capturing both morning serenity and evening sunsets. Unique to this residence is an expansive deep-set front patio, a distinctive feature. The kitchen is a culinary work of art, showcasing warm-toned granite counters, designer backsplash, all wood cabinetry with extra pantry storage, and premium stainless-steel appliances with Sub-Zero paneled refrigerator, every detail curated to enhance form and function. In the owner’s suite, panoramic water views create an ever-changing backdrop of coastal splendor. Private access to the lanai, a luxurious en-suite bath with dual vanities, a walk-in shower and a separate soaking tub further underscore the home's spa-like tranquility. Additional appointments include a laundry closet, a secure under-building storage unit, two covered parking spaces, crown molding throughout and recent mechanical upgrades including a newer HVAC system and water heater. Residents of Mariner’s Cove enjoy an array of upscale amenities, including three protected canals, two heated swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and lushly landscaped grounds in a gated community setting. Ideally just one mile from the sugar-sand beaches of Anna Maria Island and near the historic fishing village of Cortez, where waterfront dining, boutiques and marine adventures await. This is more than a residence, it is a curated lifestyle defined by serenity, exclusivity and finest elements of coastal living. An extraordinary opportunity for the discerning buyer seeking a home of distinction in one of Florida’s desired waterfront communities.

3840 Mariners Way Unit 514A, Cortez

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Hunters Point SubDv. ⋅ 34215 Zip Code

Welcome to Salty Seagull at Hunter's point, stunning 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is a perfect fit for you! This home is an intelligently powered home with coastal-inspired interior design and comes furnished! Brand new, canal-front, pool home located in an exciting eco-friendly community with a private dock that can accommodate up to a 24ft boat. Hunter's Point is a unique and brand-new community with 86 single-family luxury homes designed to live in harmony with the environment without sacrificing comfort, each self-generating enough power to run itself. This zero-energy smart home has serious green credentials, including a Tesla charger to plug in your car as you arrive. Walking up the stairs to the great room, you will fall in love with the modern coastal living space with a large sectional and side chairs perfect for movie nights and hanging out. The kitchen has high-end new appliances, culinary essentials, and plenty of counter space. Follow the stairs to the three well-appointed bedrooms, ambient lighting, and storage space. The primary bedroom is designed with chic décor, a private balcony, and an ensuite bathroom with a double vanity and sparkling walk-in shower. Perfect for traveling with small kids, the second and third guest bedrooms are connected by a Jack-n-Jill bathroom with a shower and tub combination. A half bath and a washer and dryer can also be found in this home. Great investment property and future bookings already in place! Schedule your showing today!

4321 Marina View Way, Cortez

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