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Bradenton

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Bradenton

Bradenton homes for sale, from Manatee River waterfront to starter homes near Anna Maria Island and Lakewood Ranch. Current listings with Janelle Mertins.

At a glance

Bradenton at a glance

The heart of Manatee County, with a historic riverfront downtown on the Manatee River, a growing arts and dining scene, and homes from starter houses to waterfront estates at a lower cost of entry than Sarasota.

Median list price
$439K
Population
57,014 (2024), up 1% since 2019
Communities
80

Median list price of the 2,165 homes for sale in Bradenton on her site's home search (Stellar MLS), as of October 10, 2026.

Population of Bradenton city, Florida: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimate for 2024, census.gov (opens in a new tab).

Getting there

  • Anna Maria Island18 min9 miNearest beach
  • Downtown Sarasota23 min12 mi
  • SRQ airport17 min8 mi
  • Tampa airport (TPA)60 min43 mi
  • Downtown Tampa59 min46 mi
  • Downtown St. Pete36 min26 mi

Drive times by road, OSRM, checked October 7, 2026.

Population by county

  • Sarasota County 459,547 (2024), up 10% since 2019
  • Manatee County 429,792 (2024), up 12% since 2019
  • Charlotte County 201,064 (2024), up 11% since 2019

U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, census.gov (opens in a new tab).

The area

Living in Bradenton

Overview of Bradenton

Anna Maria Island beaches are about 17 minutes from downtown.

Newest listings
$108,500 to $1,850,000 (September 2026)
Median list price
$479,950, about $271 per sq ft (September 2026)
Home types
Starter homes, condos, golf homes, Manatee River waterfront estates
Neighborhoods
80 communities: 22 waterfront, 12 golf, 10 new construction (2026)
School district
School District of Manatee County; zones vary by address
Commute
Downtown Sarasota 22 min, I-75 16 min, Tampa airport 61 min

About Bradenton

  • Walk the 2.03 mile Bradenton Riverwalk along the Manatee River, with fishing, public art, a splash pad, and a playground
  • Art Walks in the Village of the Arts the first Friday night and Saturday of every month
  • Pittsburgh Pirates spring training and Bradenton Marauders games at LECOM Park, built in 1923
  • Anna Maria Island beaches about 17 minutes from downtown, with Robinson Preserve and De Soto National Memorial closer in
  • Dockside seafood in the Cortez fishing village at Star Fish Company and Swordfish Grill, under 20 minutes from downtown

Schools near Bradenton

Assigned schools depend on the address; confirm with the school district. Florida school grades from the Department of Education (opens in a new tab)

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Restaurants near Bradenton

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Things to do near Bradenton

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Parks and outdoors near Bradenton

  • Palma Sola Causeway Park

    10 min drive

    Bayside recreation area

    Recreation area on Palma Sola Bay for sailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, fishing, and picnics, on the way to Anna Maria Island; dogs allowed.

    9500 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209

    Show on map: Palma Sola Causeway Park

  • G.T. Bray Park

    11 min drive

    County park and recreation center

    Recreation center with a fitness center, an Olympic size pool, a splash pad, clay tennis courts, pickleball, and a gym.

    5502 33rd Avenue Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209

    Show on map: G.T. Bray Park

  • De Soto National Memorial

    13 min drive

    National park site

    National Park Service site founded in 1948 to commemorate the 1539 expedition of Hernando de Soto, open year round with seasonal activities.

    8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton, FL 34209

    Show on map: De Soto National Memorial

  • Emerson Point Preserve

    14 min drive

    County preserve

    Hiking and kayak trails on the west end of Snead Island along the Manatee River.

    5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221

    Show on map: Emerson Point Preserve

  • Robinson Preserve

    15 min drive

    Coastal preserve

    679 acres of coastal grasslands, saltern, marsh, and mangrove habitat in the northwest corner of Bradenton.

    1704 99th St NW, Bradenton, FL 34209

    Show on map: Robinson Preserve

  • Coquina Beach

    24 min drive

    Gulf beach park

    Anna Maria Island beach park with a full-service concession stand, ample parking, barbecue pits, and picnic facilities.

    2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

    Show on map: Coquina Beach

Looking for a home close to the parks and water in Bradenton? Ask Janelle where to look. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Shopping near Bradenton

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Health care near Bradenton

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Getting around near Bradenton

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Bradenton homes for sale: the market in September 2026

The 26 newest Bradenton listings on September 24, 2026 (19 single-family homes, 7 condos) ranged from $108,500 to $1,850,000, with a median list price of $479,950, about $271 per square foot. 1 of them were already pending or under contract.

Wondering what homes in Bradenton are really selling for? Janelle will tell you straight. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

What to know before you buy in Bradenton

  • The heart of Manatee County, with a historic riverfront downtown and a growing arts and dining scene.
  • Homes range from starter homes to waterfront estates along the Manatee River.
  • Close to Anna Maria Island, Sarasota, and Lakewood Ranch.

Buying in Bradenton? Janelle can walk you through it before you make an offer. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Bradenton FAQ

Is Bradenton less expensive than Sarasota?

Bradenton generally offers a lower cost of entry; compare the snapshots on the two pages.

Are there waterfront homes in Bradenton?

Yes, along the Manatee River and Tampa Bay; ask Janelle for waterfront-only alerts.

How do I see new listings first?

Use the form on this page.

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Climate

Weather, month by month

Average high and low in °F, and rain in inches, for each month.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

  1. Janhigh 72.5°low 52.3°2.8 in
  2. Febhigh 74.9°low 54.6°1.9 in
  3. Marhigh 78.2°low 58.1°2.9 in
  4. Aprhigh 82.5°low 62.7°2.5 in
  5. Mayhigh 87.5°low 68.2°2.6 in
  6. Junhigh 90.0°low 73.6°7.1 in
  7. Julhigh 91.1°low 75.2°7.4 in
  8. Aughigh 91.5°low 75.3°9.1 in
  9. Sephigh 90.2°low 74.1°6.0 in
  10. Octhigh 86.3°low 68.3°2.8 in
  11. Novhigh 80.0°low 60.1°1.8 in
  12. Dechigh 75.2°low 55.2°2.3 in

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30 (NOAA National Hurricane Center, https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/); June through September is the rainy season, with most afternoons bringing a short thunderstorm.

NOAA climate normals, 1991 to 2020, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals), as reproduced in the Sarasota, Florida climate table (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarasota,_Florida); read 2026-10-04.

Neighborhoods

Communities in Bradenton

New construction

New construction in Bradenton

All new construction in Bradenton

Call or text Janelle before you visit a model home or register on a builder's website. The builder pays her fee, so having her on your side does not change the price, and most builders accept your own agent only when the agent registers you on your first visit or first contact.

  • Aerial view of the clubhouse, lake and golf course at The Concession, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    John Cannon Homes · Bradenton

    The Concession

    Custom single-family golf estate homes

    Ask Janelle for prices

  • Medallion Home model home at Aqua in BradentonNow selling

    Medallion Home · West Bradenton

    Aqua

    Townhomes and single-family homes, 9 floor plans, 7 quick move-ins

    $850,000 to $1,675,100

  • legends bayNow selling

    Medallion Home · West Bradenton

    Legends Bay

    Single-family homes and waterfront homesites, 1 floor plan, 1 quick move-in

    From $1,750,000

  • Resort pool and cabanas at the amenity center at Artisan at Watercolor Place, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    Medallion Home · Watercolor Place

    Artisan at Watercolor Place

    Single-family homes with 3-car garages, 4 floor plans

    $770,400 to $859,900

  • Lap pool, palms and cabanas at the amenity center at Inspiration at Watercolor Place, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    Medallion Home · Watercolor Place

    Inspiration at Watercolor Place

    Villas and single-family homes, 7 floor plans, 3 quick move-ins

    $464,100 to $634,100

  • Coastal style new home by Cardel Homes at SeaFlower, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    David Weekley Homes · Bradenton

    SeaFlower: Bungalow Homes

    Single-family homes, 4 floor plans, 3 quick move-ins

    $469,990 to $532,990

  • Coastal style new home by Cardel Homes at SeaFlower, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    David Weekley Homes · Bradenton

    SeaFlower: Classic Homes

    Single-family homes, 8 floor plans, 1 quick move-in

    $624,990 to $709,990

  • Bradenton, Florida: homes for sale with Janelle MertinsNow selling

    Issa Homes · Bradenton

    SeaFlower

    Single-family estate homes on 80-foot homesites, 1 floor plan

    From $1,250,000

  • Tideline monument sign at the community entrance at sunset at Tideline, Bradenton, FloridaNow selling

    Neal Signature Homes · West Bradenton

    Tideline

    Single-family homes, about 2,560 to 3,680 sq ft, 6 floor plans, 2 quick move-ins

    $988,990 to $1,089,990

  • Aerial view of Reagan Landing in BradentonNow selling

    Pulte Homes · Bradenton

    Reagan Landing

    Single-family homes, 1 and 2 stories, 14 floor plans, 7 quick move-ins

    $352,990 to $714,990

  • Aerial view of SeaFlower in BradentonNow selling

    Pulte Homes · SeaFlower

    SeaFlower

    Single-family homes, front-load and alley-load, 1 and 2 stories, 13 floor plans, 4 quick move-ins

    $409,990 to $643,990

  • Bradenton, Florida: homes for sale with Janelle MertinsNow selling

    The Vision Group · West Bradenton

    Palma Sola Grande

    Custom single-family homes, 1 and 2 stories, 1 floor plan

    From $1,300,000

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