West Bradenton offers suburban convenience near the coast
West Bradenton consists mainly of compact condo developments and subdivisions with homes featuring green lawns, palm trees and decorative shrubs. "West Bradenton is more residential than other parts of the city. It has older, established homes. There are businesses along Manatee Avenue, but not a whole lot," says Susan Harrison-Phipps, a Bradenton resident and real estate agent with Affordable Real Estate. Residents have easy access to neighborhood schools, G.T. Bray Park and bustling thoroughfares inside the city.
Waterfront estates are stunning to look at & are the most expensive homes in Bradenton.
Riverfront condominiums offer stunning views of the water from many floors up in Bradenton.
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Home prices run the gamut
The majority of homes are ranch styles from the 20th century. Many have stucco exteriors, attached garages and paved driveways. "There are a few [21st-century] constructions. But we ran out of land, so everything is moving east," Harrison-Phipps says. Many housing developments don't have HOAs like Cordova Lakes and Beighneer Manor. Some condo communities are exclusively 55-plus areas, like Meadowcroft or the golfing development, Pinebrook Ironwood. Most attached units and houses under 1,250 square feet range in price from around $110,000 to $450,000. Larger houses usually cost between $450,000 and $800,000. However, some properties, such as waterfront residences and homes over 2,500 square feet, can range from $850,000 to over $1.7 million.
Cute remodeled cracker homes are found throughout West Bradenton, Florida.
Sprawling waterfront homes offer large lots for creating a private oasis.
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Recreation at G.T. Bray Park, the golf course and Rob Preserve
G.T. Bray Park's 140-acre grounds feature a dog park, skate park and athletic fields. There is also a play area, a disc golf course and an amphitheater for events. Visitors can access the pool and other amenities at the G.T. Bray Recreational Center through a daily fee or membership. Bradenton Country Club has been a private facility in the area since 1924. The grounds include a golf course, driving range, hard surface courts for pickleball and tennis as well as a fitness center. A wooden observation tower in the Robinson Preserve stands about 5 miles away. The structure offers elevated views of the marshy mangroves and slow-flowing channels. A canopy walk lets visitors view the preserves from rope bridges suspended above the ground. There are also trails for kayaking, hiking and bicycling. Locals visit Anna Maria Island and Cortez Village, about 5 miles away, for more outdoor recreation.
Bradenton has many parks where sports teams can practice and play.
Rossi Park offers some beautiful gardens to take a stroll through.
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Learning in the School District of Manatee County
Four elementary locations serve families in the neighborhood. Students to the north might enroll in Palma Sola Elementary or Jessie P. Miller Elementary; the schools have A-minus and B grades, respectively, from Niche. Other children will likely attend H.S. Moody Elementary or Sea Breeze Elementary, which have C-plus and B-minus grades, respectively. W.D. Sugg Middle receives a C, and Manatee High has an A-minus. The School District of Manatee County offers school choice through Controlled Open Enrollment. Homes in the neighborhood are close to highly rated private schools. According to Niche, IMG Academy is the best private high school in the county. Saint Stephen's Episcopal School, another popular private institution, accepts all grades.
Bayshore High School in Bradenton has 1,774 students and a 20:1 Student to teacher ratio.
Manatee High School is on of the largest public school in the Bradenton area teaching 9-12th.
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Businesses off of Manatee and Coretez avenues
Beachway Plaza, off Manatee Avenue, has a Publix grocery store and national retailers like Target. Along Cortez Avenue stands a Walmart Supercenter and the Paradise Bay Shopping Center. "West Bradenton is more residential, so there are only a few restaurants. Joey D's Chicago Style Eatery & Pizzeria is a pretty happening place," Harrison-Phipps says. Other popular spots include RJ Gator's of Bradenton and Pigout BBQ & Southern Soul Food. The upcoming mixed-use development, SeaFlower Village Center, will be constructed at the corner of 75th Street and Cortez Avenue. West Bradenton is also close to cultural spaces near downtown, like LECOM Park.
Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton has such charm & the trees are lined with light to enjoy.
Have a meal on the water & enjoy the views at Pier 22.
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Access to transit, medical care and Sarasota Bradenton International
Public bus stops are along main roadways, including Manatee Avenue and Cortez Avenue. HCA Florida Blake Hospital provides general and emergency services. Drivers can reach downtown in roughly 5 miles. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is about 10 miles away.
Taking your boat out for the day is easy when you live in West Bradenton.
Don't worry about getting around for there are public bus stations all around Bradenton.
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Gatherings at G.T. Bray Park
Residents head to the local green space for public events. The Manatee County Seafood and Music Festival is held at G.T. Bray Park. The city also sponsors Family Fun Night at the on-site recreation center.
G.T. Bray Park features an aquatic and recreation center.
Lighted facilities let visitors continue to play into the night at G.T. Bray Park.
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Weather risks along Florida's Gulf Coast
As a part of Florida's Gulf Coast, the neighborhood is prone to tropical storms and hurricanes. Some properties along the river are in a flood zone. However, virtually all properties in Bradenton have some risk of flooding.
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West Bradenton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Bradenton, Bradenton sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West Bradenton, Bradenton over the last 12 months is $349,450, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to Timber Creek—where every day feels like a retreat and every moment is filled with possibility. This seldom available 2BR/2BA Timber Creek VILLA (only four in the community) is ready for you to make it your own. No upstairs or downstairs neighbors. Located at the back of the community and overlooking the #2 green and #3 tee box. Timber
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Lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Spacious yet cozy with beautiful views of the pond. Head down to the Clubhouse where you'll find a heated pool, tennis courts, shuffleboard, picnic and grilling area, basketball court and playground. Conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, public transportation, medical care and Blake Hospital. Only 6 miles from the beaches of Anna Maria Island.
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Welcome to this 2-bedroom 1-bathroom home in Ironwood Golf Community! Perfectly situated across from the clubhouse and pool, this home offers convenience and comfort. It includes a highly sought COVERED CARPORT parking space and a same-floor storage unit. This unit has it all. Community also offer tennis, shuffleboard, heated pool, hot tub all surrounded lush, mature landscaping. It's a tropical
A beautiful lifestyle, near the best beaches, parks, shopping, dining and entertainment! Sun Chase has it all in Bradenton's most desirable area! Sun Chase Apartment Homes has beautiful and uniquely designed one and two bedroom apartments, which are cradled within a rich landscape of seasonal flowers and charming lakes. Our convenient location is near shopping, dining and entertainment and
Available beginning June 2025 - nine month rental preferred. Unique end unit, first floor two bedroom, two bathroom villa with screened patio-lanai adjacent to the living room. Furnished and turnkey with washer and dryer in the home for your convenience. Located on the corner of the building, the residence has two additional windows in the living room area, allowing additional sunlight from the
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