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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Utilities included
- Shared washer & dryer
Location
1524 Ballard Park Dr, Bradenton, FL 34205, USA
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Property Overview
Ballard House scores highly overall, with strong value, amenities, and location, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. It includes utilities and a shared washer and dryer, and is noted for nearby schools, outdoor spaces, and pet-friendly convenience with multiple pet services close by.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to Ballard Park Drive in Downtown Bradenton! This cozy and well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient central Bradenton location. Enjoy the added benefit of a private yard area, perfect for relaxing outdoors, gardening, or enjoying Florida's beautiful weather. The property also includes access to a shared washer and dryer for your convenience. Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Water Included in Rent Shared Washer & Dryer Yard Space Convenient Bradenton Location Close to Shopping, Dining, Parks, and Major Roadways Rent: $1,100/month Security Deposit: $1,900 Don't miss this affordable opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with utilities included in a great Bradenton neighborhood. Contact us today to schedule a showing! |
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Amenities for Ballard House
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Utilities Included |
| Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Water/Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
|---|
About Ballard House
Welcome to Ballard Park Drive in Downtown Bradenton! This cozy and well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient central Bradenton location. Enjoy the added benefit of a private yard area, perfect for relaxing outdoors, gardening, or enjoying Florida's beautiful weather. The property also includes access to a shared washer and dryer for your convenience. Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Water Included in Rent Shared Washer & Dryer Yard Space Convenient Bradenton Location Close to Shopping, Dining, Parks, and Major Roadways Rent: $1,100/month Security Deposit: $1,900 Don't miss this affordable opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with utilities included in a great Bradenton neighborhood. Contact us today to schedule a showing!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Ballard House is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ballard House has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Ballard House offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Ballard House goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Ballard House receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ballard House is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Ballard House does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Ballard House provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Ballard House is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Ballard House compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Bradenton
1-bedroom apartments at Ballard House cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bradenton.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Bradenton
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,218 |
| December 2024 | $1,180 |
| January 2025 | $1,290 |
| February 2025 | $1,228 |
| March 2025 | $1,201 |
| April 2025 | $1,183 |
| May 2025 | $1,140 |
| June 2025 | $1,199 |
| July 2025 | $1,189 |
| August 2025 | $1,191 |
| September 2025 | $1,188 |
| October 2025 | $1,171 |
| November 2025 | $1,076 |
| December 2025 | $1,073 |
| January 2026 | $1,170 |
| February 2026 | $1,208 |
| March 2026 | $1,231 |
| April 2026 | $1,256 |
| May 2026 | $1,272 |
| June 2026 | $1,156 |
| July 2026 | $1,187 |
| August 2026 | $1,167 |
| September 2026 | $1,004 |
| October 2026 | $1,048 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1524 Ballard Park Dr?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near Ballard House
Just for Girls
1011 21st st e
bradenton, FL, 34208
K-5Public
C
Manatee Virtual Academy
1400 1st ave e
palmetto, FL, 34221
1-12Public
Manatee Virtual Instruction Program
1400 1st ave e
palmetto, FL, 34221
K-12Public
Palmshores Behavior Health Center
1324 37th ave east
bradenton, FL, 34208
2-12Public
Horizons Academy
1910 27th st e
bradenton, FL, 34208
PK, K-12Public
D+
Getting around Bradenton near 1524 Ballard Park Dr
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1524 Ballard Park Dr, Bradenton
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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