Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Ayres Point
Waterfront living with room to breathe near the Braden River
23
Homes for sale
$349,900
Median list price
$301
Avg price / sqft
85
Median days on market
Ayres Point sits in the eastern reaches of Bradenton, a Manatee County pocket where a handful of waterfront lots and modest single-family homes trade hands quietly. It's the kind of place that keeps you close to the water without the pretense — neighbors here run errands in nearby Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens, and the assigned schools include Manatee High School and Martha B. King Middle School. If you want a shorter commute, Downtown Tampa is roughly 53 minutes and Tampa International Airport about 57.
For buyers today, the market reads as accessible with a wide spread. There are 19 active listings with a median list price of $369,900, but the range runs from $149,000 all the way to $1.3 million, so what you get depends heavily on whether you're chasing a waterfront parcel or a starter home. Homes are taking a median of 60 days to sell, which gives you real negotiating room — and if Braden River East or Heritage Harbour feel too polished, this is your more grounded alternative.
Ayres Point is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$135,000 – $1.3M price range
1,396 sqft median home
$33/mo median HOA
$2,400/mo median rent
29 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Ayres Point
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$199,900
12 LAFAYETTE STREET, BRADENTON
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 790 sqft
$349,900
218 CRESCENT COURT E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,324 sqft
$325,000
319 20TH STREET E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,444 sqft
$460,000
1822 2ND AVENUE E, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,603 sqft
$359,900
203 22ND STREET NE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,222 sqft
$650,000
216 24TH STREET NE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,346 sqft
$212,000
60 BRADEN CASTLE DRIVE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,100 sqft
$419,000$439,000
216 23RD STREET E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,465 sqft
$229,900
1815 2ND AVENUE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,421 sqft
$353,900
2237 2ND AVENUE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,181 sqft
$539,900$549,900
216 18TH STREET E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft
$895,000
2410 RIVERSIDE DRIVE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,895 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Ayres Point market
29
Sold, last 12 months
$220,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
65 days
Median time to sell
Ayres Point vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 233.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ayres Point boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Ayres Point is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ayres Point home
≈ $2,307/mo
$349,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$33/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,400/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,684
Median age
27
Median income
$48,756
Median home value
$231,791
Beyond the listings
Living in Ayres Point
Food & Drink
Top 1% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Entertainment
Top 8% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Relationships
Top 18% 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.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
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Straight answers
Ayres Point FAQs
Is Ayres Point a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, water-adjacent corner of eastern Bradenton that appeals to buyers who want proximity to the Braden River without a resort-community price tag. Assigned schools include Manatee Elementary, Martha B. King Middle School, and Manatee High School, and everyday needs are covered by nearby communities like Oneco. It suits people who value low HOA costs and a shorter commute toward Tampa.
Is Ayres Point expensive?+
It's more accessible than many Bradenton pockets, with a median list price of $369,900 and median property tax around $2,638 a year. That said, the range is broad — from $149,000 for entry-level homes up to $1.3 million for premium waterfront — so your budget dictates a lot. Median HOA dues of just $33 a month keep ongoing costs modest.
What do homes cost in Ayres Point?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $369,900 and average about $325 per square foot, with a median home size near 1,540 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 26 homes sold at a median price of $206,000, which reflects the neighborhood's mix of smaller and entry-level properties changing hands. Compared with more built-up areas like Heritage Harbour, pricing here stays grounded.
How is the market in Ayres Point right now?+
There are 19 active listings and homes are taking a median of 60 days to sell, which points to a measured, buyer-friendly pace. Sellers are averaging about 94% of their asking price, so there's real room to negotiate. If nothing here fits, it's worth also scanning nearby Braden River East.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs here are light: the median HOA runs about $33 a month and median property tax is roughly $2,638 a year. That's a big part of the neighborhood's appeal for value-focused buyers. Always confirm the exact HOA and tax figures for any specific property before you write an offer.
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