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Property Description
Enjoy easy living in this newer and spacious home in the highly desirable gated community of Oakleaf Hammock. This 2018-built home features a generous 3,201 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 3 car garage. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor and boasts a tray ceiling, plantation shutters, extra spacious walk-in closet, en-suite bath with garden tub and dual sink quartz countertop. Modern white cabinetry in the kitchen also featuring a large center island, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and walk in pantry. Additional breakfast nook looking out to the living room also with tray ceiling and expansive sliders that open to a large pavered lanai and heated saltwater pool-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy the privacy of a quiet backyard nestled on a large preserve, providing a serene backdrop. The home includes a large upstairs bonus room, exceptional closet space, and plantation shutters and crown moulding throughout. Recently added updates include an 80 gallon hot water heater, a portable generator with an electric transfer switch and supplemental A/C for uninterrupted comfort. Safe and up-to-date, the house features all new hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Located in a low HOA gated community with NO CDD, residents have access to amenities including a playground, picnic pavilion, and basketball court. This exceptional home combines comfort, style, and security-ready for you to make it your new sanctuary!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5539 70th Dr E
General
- Price: $699,000
- HOA FEE: $146/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $4,827 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4665547
- Updated: 12/2/2025
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 6 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Basketball Court, Gated, Playground
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Heated, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
- Security/Safety: Gated Community
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 34222 - Ellenton
- County: Manatee
- Development Name: 34222 - Ellenton
- Subdivision: OAKLEAF HAMMOCK PH V
- Driving Directions: Directions: From I-75, take exit 224 onto US-301 N. turn left onto 72nd Ave E, turn left onto 55th St E, then right onto 70th Dr E. 5539 is on the left.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Virgil Mills Elementary
- Middle School: Buffalo Creek Middle
- High School: Palmetto High
Community
- Community Name: 34222 - Ellenton
- Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - No Guard, Park, Playground, Sidewalks
- Optional Amenities: Basketball Court, Gated, Playground
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Resource Property/Andrea
- Assoc. Fees Include: Manager
- Number of Pets: 3
- Pet Restrictions: Please see community docs for information on pet restrictions/guidelines County leash laws and ordinances apply, / 101lbs.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Florida
- Architectural Style: Florida
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 3,201
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2018
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,810
- Lot Size: 7810
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $439
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $4,827.89
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 45 OAKLEAF HAMMOCK PH V PI#7425.3225/9
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 742532259
- Property ID: 742532259
Listed by Michael Saunders & Company
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Schools
Schools serving 5539 70th Dr E
School District:Manatee County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Virgil Mills Elementary School 7200 69th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Buffalo Creek Middle School 7320 69th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Palmetto High School 1200 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL 34221 | 9-12 | 5.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5539 70th Dr E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/02/2025
Price Reduced
$699,000
-5.41%
MLS
11/03/2025
Listed
$739,000
8.68%
MLS
8/22/2024
Sold
$680,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5539 70th Dr E
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,828
—
$549,035
44%
2024
$4,828
1%
$380,898
3%
2023
$4,773
2%
$369,804
6%
2021
$4,662
—
$348,576
-3%
2022
$4,652
—
$359,033
4%
2021
$4,662
2%
$343,763
2%
2019
$4,555
600%
$336,034
647%
2017
$651
-2%
$45,000
—
2016
$666
—
$45,000
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5539 70th Drive E, Ellenton, FL 34222 (MLS# A4665547) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5539 70th Drive E is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on November 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 5539 70th Drive E? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ellenton? You can browse all Ellenton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

