Gate of De Soto National Memorial looking toward the Manatee River at Shaws Point, Bradenton, Florida
Shaws Point

Bradenton · Waterfront

Shaws Point in Bradenton

Shaws Point is a northwest Bradenton neighborhood near the Manatee River and De Soto National Memorial, with estate homes, some on deep water with private docks.

At a glance

Shaws Point at a glance

A small waterfront neighborhood on the Manatee River in northwest Bradenton, with some deep water homes and docks, next to Robinson Preserve and a short drive from Anna Maria Island.

Median asking price
$1.55M
Airport
SRQ, 28 min drive
Lifestyle
Waterfront

Homes: single-family. From the homes for sale and the community guide, as of October 12, 2026.

The area

Living in Shaws Point

Overview of Shaws Point

Newest listings
$650,000 to $2,490,000 (September 2026)
Home types
Single-family homes
Water
Part of the neighborhood faces the Manatee River
HOA
Several homes have none; confirm deed restrictions
School district
Manatee County
Beach
Manatee Public Beach, 13 min drive
Flood zone
Check seawall, elevation, and flood quote early

About Shaws Point in Bradenton

  • Robinson Preserve and Palma Sola Botanical Park 5 minutes away
  • De Soto National Memorial at the north end of 75th Street West
  • Anna Maria Island beaches 13 minutes away
  • Some riverfront homes have deep water and private docks

Several Shaws Point homes have no homeowners association or deed restrictions, but confirm the restrictions that apply to the specific lot before you buy. Waterfront buyers should review seawall condition, dock permits, elevation, and flood insurance early. Shaws Point is a small neighborhood, so homes come up for sale only occasionally, and it helps to be ready to act when the right one does. Contact Janelle Mertins for current Shaws Point listings or a private tour.

Thinking about a move to Shaws Point in Bradenton? Janelle can tell you which neighborhoods fit the way you live. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Schools near Shaws Point

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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Things to do near Shaws Point

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Parks and outdoors near Shaws Point

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Shopping near Shaws Point

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Health care near Shaws Point

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Getting around near Shaws Point

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Shaws Point homes for sale: the market in September 2026

On September 25, 2026, 3 homes were listed for sale in Shaws Point (3 single-family homes). They ranged from $650,000 to $2,490,000, with a median list price of $1,549,000, about $360 per square foot.

Wondering what homes in Shaws Point 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 Shaws Point

  • What the HOA and any CDD fees are, what they cover, and whether a transfer fee applies at closing
  • The flood zone and elevation of the home, and a flood insurance quote before your inspection period ends
  • Rental and lease rules, if you may rent the home out
  • Drive times at the hours you would really travel, to work, to SRQ, and to the beaches

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

Shaws Point FAQ

Is Shaws Point on the water?

Yes. Part of Shaws Point faces the Manatee River, and some riverfront homes have deep water and private docks.

Does Shaws Point have an HOA?

Several homes have no HOA, but confirm the deed restrictions for any specific property before you buy.

What is near Shaws Point?

De Soto National Memorial is at the north end of 75th Street West, Robinson Preserve is nearby, and Anna Maria Island is also close.

Have a question about Shaws Point in Bradenton that is not answered here? Ask Janelle. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

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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.

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Market now, as of October 2, 2026

Homes for sale
3
Median asking price
$1.55M

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