Homes for sale · Bradenton, FloridaEsplanade
Resort-style living in a gated Bradenton enclave
62
Homes for sale
$687,400
Median list price
$354
Avg price / sqft
28
Median days on market
Esplanade sits on Bradenton's east side, a gated community built around amenity-rich, maintenance-conscious living that draws both seasonal residents and families settling in year-round. The streetscape leans toward newer construction and resort-style common spaces, and most homes here fall behind a gate — 54 of the 60 active listings are gated — so privacy and a managed feel are part of the deal. It's close enough to the broader Bradenton market and neighboring communities like Heritage Harbour and Braden River East to give buyers plenty to compare.
For a buyer today, the numbers point to a steady, mid-to-upper market. The median list price is $696,950 and homes sold over the last year closed at a median of $700,000, with sellers collecting about 97% of asking — a sign of a market that rewards fair pricing without the frenzy. With 60 active listings, a 30-day median time on market, and 16 homes priced above $1M, there's real range here from the $320,000 floor to multimillion-dollar properties.
Esplanade is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$320,000 – $3.0M price range
1,920 sqft median home
$735/mo median HOA
$5,300/mo median rent
248 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Esplanade
Esplanade is a gated community on the east side of Bradenton, built around resort-style amenities and a maintenance-conscious lifestyle. The emphasis here is on newer homes, managed common spaces, and the kind of privacy a gate provides — 54 of the 60 active listings sit behind one. That structure draws a mix of seasonal residents who want a lock-and-leave home and year-round families who value the amenity base.
Bradenton itself sits in Manatee County on Florida's Gulf Coast, within reach of the region's beaches and the broader Tampa Bay area. Esplanade benefits from that location while offering a more contained, community-focused feel than the open market around it. Buyers comparing the area often look at neighboring communities like Heritage Harbour to understand how the east-Bradenton lifestyle fits their budget.
The community suits buyers who prize a managed environment and are comfortable with an HOA in exchange for shared amenities and curb appeal. It's less of a fit for someone seeking a rural lot, a fixer-upper, or a no-fee setup. For the right buyer, though, the trade is straightforward: a predictable, well-kept neighborhood with amenity-rich common areas.
Neighborhoods and communities in Esplanade
Esplanade sits among several established east-Bradenton communities worth knowing as you shop. Heritage Harbour is a large planned community nearby and a natural comparison point for buyers weighing amenities and price. Braden River East offers another angle on the area's housing, and both give useful context for what your dollar buys close to Esplanade.
Further out, communities like Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens and Tara round out the broader east-Bradenton landscape, each with its own character and price point. Looking across these neighborhoods helps a buyer calibrate expectations — whether that's a gated, amenity-heavy setup like Esplanade or something more established and less managed.
Within Esplanade, the housing leans newer and the common theme is a gated, resort-style setting. If a gate and shared amenities are non-negotiable for you, Esplanade delivers that consistently; if you want to weigh alternatives, the surrounding communities give you a spectrum to compare against.
Homes for sale in Esplanade: prices and housing
There are 60 active listings in Esplanade with a median list price of $696,950, ranging from $320,000 at the entry point to $2,999,000 at the top. The average price works out to about $355 per square foot, and the median home size is roughly 1,920 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 247 homes sold at a median price of $700,000, with sellers collecting about 97% of asking on average — a steady, balanced market.
The segment breakdown tells you what kind of homes to expect. Gated homes dominate at 54 of 60 listings, 18 include a private pool, and 6 are waterfront. There's a meaningful upper tier, with 16 listings priced above $1M, alongside 9 new-construction homes for buyers who want something never lived in.
On carrying costs, plan for a median HOA of about $735 per month and a median property tax of roughly $7,447 per year. The HOA reflects the gated, amenity-rich nature of the community. For investors or those weighing rental math, the median rent in the area is around $5,300 per month. Compare these figures against the wider Bradenton homes for sale market to see where Esplanade lands.
Schools in Esplanade
The most commonly assigned schools for Esplanade are B.D. Gullett Elementary School, Dr. Mona Jain Middle School, and Lakewood Ranch High School. These are the schools families in the community are most likely to be zoned for, though assignments depend on the exact property address.
School zones in Manatee County can change from year to year, and boundary lines don't always follow neighborhood lines. Before you make an offer on a specific home, confirm the current assignment directly with the Manatee County school district using the property's address.
If schools are a priority in your search, it's worth verifying zoning early in the process rather than assuming the community-wide pattern applies to every address. That small step can save a lot of second-guessing later.
Getting around Esplanade
Esplanade is positioned for east-Bradenton living with reasonable access to the wider Tampa Bay region. Downtown Tampa is about a 60-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport (TPA) is roughly 70 minutes away, which makes the community a practical base for occasional city trips and air travel rather than a daily Tampa commute.
Most daily errands and services stay within Bradenton and the surrounding communities, so the longer drive times are really about regional access rather than everyday life. Buyers who travel frequently will appreciate having a major airport within about an hour and change.
As with most of this part of Manatee County, a car is the default way to get around. If your routine centers on the local area, the location works comfortably; if you need to be in Tampa often, factor those drive times into your decision.
Is Esplanade a good place to live?
For buyers who want a gated, amenity-focused community with newer homes, Esplanade makes a strong case. The market is active and steady — 247 homes sold over the past year, a 30-day median time on market, and sellers getting about 97% of asking — which points to a healthy, non-frantic community rather than a speculative one. The range from $320,000 to nearly $3M means there's room for different budgets, including 9 new-construction options and a deep upper tier.
The trade-offs are honest ones. The median HOA of about $735 per month and property taxes near $7,447 per year add up, and buyers who want a no-fee setup or a rural lot should look elsewhere. The 60-minute drive to downtown Tampa also makes this better suited to those whose daily life centers on Bradenton than to daily Tampa commuters.
On balance, Esplanade rewards the buyer who values a managed, private, amenity-rich environment and is comfortable paying for it. Weigh it against nearby options like Braden River East and the broader Bradenton homes for sale market, and you'll quickly see whether the gated, resort-style formula fits how you want to live.
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Homes for sale in Esplanade
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$1,475,000
4723 BENITO COURT, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,027 sqft
$525,000
15759 SACILE LANE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,558 sqft
$505,000
5015 SERATA DRIVE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,684 sqft
$359,000
13711 MESSINA LOOP UNIT 203, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,528 sqft
$1,650,000
15410 DERNA TERRACE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,025 sqft
$699,900
12750 DEL CORSO LOOP, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,087 sqft
$625,000
5051 SERATA DRIVE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,920 sqft
$499,999
12647 SORRENTO WAY, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,685 sqft
$472,358
14640 ORRIETO PLACE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,533 sqft
$472,058
14706 ORRIETO PLACE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,533 sqft
$470,000
13310 TORRESINA TERRACE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,684 sqft
$464,573
3127 TORTA COURT, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,533 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Esplanade market
248
Sold, last 12 months
$702,500
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
Esplanade vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 4.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Esplanade boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Esplanade is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Esplanade home
≈ $5,188/mo
$687,400 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$735/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$5,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,444
Median age
54
Median income
$86,934
Median home value
$685,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Esplanade
Attitudes
Top 6% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Top 9% in the U.S.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.
Food & Drink
Top 10% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Appearance oriented
Top 12% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
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Straight answers
Esplanade FAQs
Is Esplanade a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a gated, amenity-focused community with newer homes and a managed lifestyle. With 247 homes sold in the past year and a median sold price of $700,000, it's an established, active community rather than a quiet corner. The resort-style common areas appeal to both seasonal residents and year-round families.
Is Esplanade expensive?+
It's a mid-to-upper Bradenton market: the median list price is $696,950 and the average is about $355 per square foot. Entry points start near $320,000, but 16 of the 60 active listings are priced above $1M, so the range runs all the way to $2,999,000. Budget for the HOA and taxes on top of the purchase price.
What do homes cost in Esplanade?+
Active listings range from $320,000 to $2,999,000 with a median list price of $696,950, and the median home size is around 1,920 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 247 homes sold at a median of $700,000. You can compare nearby options in Braden River East to see how pricing holds up across the area.
How is the market in Esplanade?+
It's steady and balanced. The median time on market is 30 days, and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price on average, which signals realistic pricing on both sides. With 60 active listings against 247 sales in the past year, there's healthy turnover without a glut of inventory.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA runs about $735 per month, which reflects the gated, amenity-rich nature of the community and typically covers shared facilities and maintenance. The median property tax is around $7,447 per year. Both are worth factoring into your monthly carrying costs alongside the mortgage.
What schools are assigned to Esplanade?+
The most common assigned schools are B.D. Gullett Elementary School, Dr. Mona Jain Middle School, and Lakewood Ranch High School. School zones can change and vary by exact address, so confirm the current assignment with Manatee County before you commit to a specific home.
How is the commute from Esplanade?+
Downtown Tampa is about a 60-minute drive and Tampa International Airport (TPA) is roughly 70 minutes away, making this a reasonable base for occasional Tampa trips rather than a daily commute. Most day-to-day errands stay within Bradenton and the neighboring communities. Buyers who travel often will appreciate the airport being within about an hour and change.
Is there new construction in Esplanade?+
Yes — 9 of the 60 active listings are new construction, so there's a meaningful choice if you want a never-lived-in home. Much of the community leans toward newer build quality overall. If new construction matters to you, it's worth comparing options in nearby Heritage Harbour as well.
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