Homes for sale inBradenton Beach, Florida
Gulf-side island living on Anna Maria's southern tip
80
Homes for sale
$1,144,500
Median list price
$951
Avg price / sqft
146
Median days on market
Bradenton Beach sits at the southern end of Anna Maria Island, a low-key stretch of Gulf shoreline where the pace is set by the tide and the walk to the sand. It's a town of cottages, condos and newer stilt homes, with the bay on one side and the Gulf on the other — a place that draws both full-time islanders and buyers looking for a rental-ready second home. Many of the waterfront homes here face Sarasota Bay or sit a short block from the beach, and the island's small footprint means almost everything is bikeable.
The market reflects that scarcity: with 78 active listings and a median list price of $1,144,500, this is firmly a premium coastal market, and 42 of those listings are priced above $1 million. Homes are moving slowly — a median of 154 days on market and sellers collecting about 91% of asking — which gives patient buyers real room to negotiate. If budget is the constraint, it's worth watching the just reduced listings and the lower-priced townhomes & condos, where entry pricing starts around $260,000.
Bradenton Beach is in Manatee County, Florida.
Quick facts
$260,000 – $11M price range
1,428 sqft median home
$6,250/mo median rent
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Living in Bradenton Beach
Bradenton Beach occupies the southern tip of Anna Maria Island, a barrier island along Florida's Gulf coast in Manatee County. It's a small, low-rise town where the Gulf of Mexico sits on one side and Sarasota Bay on the other, and the island's narrow shape means the beach is rarely more than a few blocks from any front door. The character here is unhurried and distinctly coastal — cottages, condos and newer stilt homes rather than big subdivisions or high-rises.
The town draws a mix of residents: full-time islanders who want to live where others vacation, snowbirds who come for the winter season, and investors who buy with an eye toward rental income. The compact layout makes it an easy place to get around on foot or by bike, and life tends to orient around the water, whether that's the Gulf beaches or the bayside.
It suits buyers who value location and lifestyle over space and newness, and who are comfortable with a premium price for a limited-supply island market. It's less ideal for anyone needing a short daily commute to a mainland office or a large, modern home at a mainstream price point.
Neighborhoods and communities in Bradenton Beach
For such a small town, Bradenton Beach has a surprising number of distinct pockets and named communities. Ilexhurst, Cortez Beach and Bay View Terrace are among the areas that give different parts of the island their own feel, ranging from Gulf-side blocks to bayfront streets. These neighborhoods blend single-family cottages with condos, so the right fit depends on whether you want a standalone home or a managed building.
Condo communities form a large share of the island's housing. Runaway Bay, Summer Sands and the Imperial House Of Bradenton Beach are among the notable developments, and buildings like these typically bundle insurance, exterior upkeep and shared amenities into their monthly fees. For lock-and-leave owners and seasonal residents, a condo in one of these communities often makes practical sense, and you can review the island's townhomes & condos to compare them.
Holmes Beach 16th Unit reflects how the island's communities spill across its towns. Because this is a barrier island, many of the most sought-after addresses are the waterfront homes and those with water views — 25 of the active listings are waterfront. If you want a standalone property, the single-family homes here are the segment to watch.
Homes for sale in Bradenton Beach: prices and housing
The current market shows 78 active listings with a median list price of $1,144,500, spanning a wide range from $260,000 to nearly $11 million. The average price per square foot is about $956, and the median home size is a modest 1,357 square feet — reflecting an island of cottages and condos rather than sprawling houses. Fully 42 of the active listings are priced above $1 million, so this is a premium market, though lower-priced condos do provide an entry point.
The housing mix is nearly balanced between 37 condominiums and 36 single-family residences, with a condo-hotel and a modular home rounding out the inventory. Pools appear in 38 active listings and waterfront in 25, while gated communities (2) and 55+ options (3) are rare, and there's no golf. There are 9 new-construction listings — elevated, code-current homes that stand apart from the island's older stock. Buyers can filter for a home with a pool or the newer builds depending on priorities.
Closed data tells the rest of the story: 72 homes sold over the past 12 months at a median price of $707,500, with sellers collecting about 91% of asking and homes sitting a median 154 days on market. That gap between the list median and the sold median underscores room to negotiate. On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA is roughly $1,133 a month — high, but typical for a condo-heavy island — and median property tax is about $7,626 a year. Median rent of $6,250 a month shows why many owners here treat the property as income.
Schools in Bradenton Beach
Bradenton Beach is served by Manatee County public schools. Island addresses most commonly feed Anna Maria Elementary at the elementary level, with Martha B. King Middle or W.D. Sugg Middle serving the middle grades depending on the specific address.
At the high school level, the most common assignments are Manatee High and Bayshore High. Because this is a small island community, exact zoning can depend on the precise location of the home.
School attendance zones in Manatee County can change from year to year and vary by address. Always confirm the current assignment directly with the school district for any specific property before you buy, rather than relying on a listing's stated schools.
Getting around Bradenton Beach
Bradenton Beach is a barrier island reached by causeway, so getting on and off the island means crossing to the mainland. Within the town itself, the small scale makes walking and biking genuinely practical, and much of island life happens close to home.
For regional trips, expect meaningful drive times. Downtown Tampa is about 69 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 72 minutes, so daily commuting to the Tampa area is a long haul. Those distances are a key consideration for anyone who needs to reach the mainland for work on a regular basis.
For everyday needs — shopping, dining and services beyond the island — the nearby mainland communities of Bradenton and Sarasota are far closer and more practical than Tampa. Factoring in causeway traffic, especially during peak season, is wise when planning any trip off the island.
Is Bradenton Beach a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Bradenton Beach delivers something hard to find: a genuine Gulf-front island lifestyle in a small, walkable town where the beach and the bay are both minutes away. The payoff is lifestyle and location, and the strong rental potential — a median rent of $6,250 a month — makes it attractive to investors and second-home owners as well as full-timers.
The trade-offs are real and worth weighing honestly. This is an expensive market, with a median list price over $1.1 million and most inventory above $1 million, and homes tend to be smaller at a median of 1,357 square feet. HOA fees run high on the island's many condos, and the commute to Tampa-area jobs is long at roughly 70 minutes each way.
The current market tilts toward patient buyers, with homes averaging 154 days on market and sellers accepting about 91% of asking. If an island setting, a water view and a slower pace are what you're after — and the budget fits — Bradenton Beach rewards the search. Keep an eye on the just reduced listings and open houses this week to find value in a limited-supply market.
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Newest homes in Bradenton Beach
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$2,499,000
2216 AVENUE C, BRADENTON BEACH
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,542 sqft
$975,000
2317 AVENUE C UNIT 300, BRADENTON BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,673 sqft
$799,000
1203 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 400, BRADENTON BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,173 sqft
$700,000
1007 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 215, BRADENTON BEACH
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,259 sqft
$3,475,000
104 5TH STREET S, BRADENTON BEACH
7 bd · 7.5 ba · 3,134 sqft
$1,310,000
2219 AVENUE C, BRADENTON BEACH
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,894 sqft
$1,925,000
1900 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 1, BRADENTON BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,491 sqft
$1,085,000
2506 AVENUE C UNIT #B, BRADENTON BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,338 sqft
$390,000$400,000
611 GULF DRIVE N UNIT A15, BRADENTON BEACH
2 bd · 1 ba · 794 sqft
$409,900
308 2ND STREET N UNIT 102, BRADENTON BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 462 sqft
$364,500$374,900
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 171, BRADENTON BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 691 sqft
$575,000
1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 181, BRADENTON BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft
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The Bradenton Beach market
Leans buyer
12.6 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
70
Sold, last 12 months
$707,500
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
68 days
Median time to sell
Bradenton Beach vs Manatee County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 22.4% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 42.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Bradenton Beach, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Bradenton Beach neighborhoods
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High school
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Bradenton Beach
Gulf and bay at your doorstep
The island's narrow shape puts both Gulf beaches and Sarasota Bay within a few blocks of nearly every address.
A true condo-and-cottage mix
Active inventory splits almost evenly between 37 condominiums and 36 single-family homes, giving buyers both lock-and-leave and standalone options.
Strong rental income potential
With a median rent of $6,250 a month, many owners here offset costs through seasonal and vacation rentals.
Room to negotiate
Homes sit a median 154 days on market and close near 91% of asking, so well-prepared buyers have leverage.
New construction on stilts
Nine new-construction listings bring elevated, code-current homes to an island of older cottages.
Population
777
Median age
68.9
Median income
$72,891
Median home value
$469,300
What people here are into
Culture
Top 3% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Relationships
Top 20% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Lifestyles
Top 20% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Bradenton Beach home
≈ $8,009/mo
$1,144,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
100%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$6,250/mo
Median rent
4 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Bradenton Beach real estate FAQs
Is Bradenton Beach a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want an island lifestyle with the Gulf and Sarasota Bay a short walk away and don't mind a small, quiet town. Full-time residents, second-home owners and investors all share the island, and its compact size makes biking and walking easy. The trade-off is limited inventory and premium pricing, with just 78 active listings on the market.
Is Bradenton Beach expensive?+
Yes — it's one of the pricier coastal markets in Manatee County, with a median list price of $1,144,500 and 42 of 78 active listings above $1 million. The average price per square foot is about $956, reflecting both the island location and the premium on waterfront and Gulf-proximate lots. That said, entry-level condos start around $260,000 for buyers willing to trade size for location.
What do homes cost in Bradenton Beach?+
Active listings span from $260,000 to nearly $11 million, with a median list of $1,144,500 and a median home size of about 1,357 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 72 homes sold at a median price of $707,500 — a reminder that closed prices often land well below list here. You can browse by price to see what's available at the lower end.
How is the market in Bradenton Beach?+
It's a slower, buyer-friendlier market right now, with homes sitting a median of 154 days before selling and sellers getting about 91% of their asking price. With 72 sales in the past year against 78 active listings, supply is ample relative to demand. That combination gives patient buyers meaningful negotiating room, especially on the just reduced listings.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA runs about $1,133 a month, which is on the higher side and reflects the island's many condo buildings that cover insurance, exterior maintenance and shared amenities. Median property tax is roughly $7,626 a year. Costs vary widely between a standalone single-family home and a managed condo, so confirm the numbers on any specific listing.
What schools are assigned to Bradenton Beach?+
Island addresses most commonly feed Anna Maria Elementary, with Martha B. King Middle or W.D. Sugg Middle and Manatee High or Bayshore High at the upper levels. School zones in Manatee County can change and vary by exact address, so always verify the current assignment with the district before buying.
How is the commute from Bradenton Beach?+
This is an island at the end of a causeway, so plan for a drive to reach the mainland's job centers. Downtown Tampa is about 69 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 72 minutes, making daily commutes to Tampa long. For work and errands, nearby Bradenton and Sarasota are far more practical.
Is there new construction in Bradenton Beach?+
Yes — there are 9 new-construction listings among the active inventory, typically elevated stilt homes built to current coastal codes. On an island dominated by older cottages and mid-century condos, these newer builds are a small but meaningful segment. You can filter the new construction listings to compare them.
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