Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Esplanade
Resort-style living behind the gates of Lakewood Ranch
54
Homes for sale
$739,450
Median list price
$360
Avg price / sqft
35
Median days on market
Esplanade is one of Bradenton's amenity-rich, gated communities, sitting within reach of the Lakewood Ranch corridor and its top-rated schools like Lakewood Ranch High School and Dr Mona Jain Middle School. The neighborhood leans into a maintenance-light lifestyle — pools, gated entries, and a mix of established homes alongside newer construction — which makes it easy to see why 252 homes changed hands here over the past year. If you're comparing options, it stacks up well against nearby Heritage Harbour and Braden River East, and it's an easy step up from other Bradenton homes for sale.
Right now there are 51 active listings with a median list price of $729,900, spanning a wide range from $329,000 to $3,650,000. Homes are moving at a healthy clip — a median of 33 days on market — and sellers are getting about 96% of asking, so buyers should come prepared rather than expecting deep discounts. With 45 of the active listings gated and 14 in new construction, there's real selection across price points and finishes.
Esplanade is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$329,000 – $1.9M price range
1,920 sqft median home
$689/mo median HOA
$5,000/mo median rent
247 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Esplanade
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$1,449,000
4607 TRENTO PLACE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,206 sqft
$1,075,000
5214 CASTELLO LANE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,253 sqft
$1,016,059
3110 VICENZA COURT, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,435 sqft
$799,999
5231 CASTELLO LANE, LAKEWOOD RANCH
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,256 sqft
$479,974
4773 TORTONA COURT, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,558 sqft
$475,000
16255 SAN DONATO PLACE, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,558 sqft
$445,000
5021 SAVONA RUN, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,684 sqft
$409,000
12740 SORRENTO WAY UNIT 101, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,528 sqft
$1,850,000
15424 SAN LAZZARO AVENUE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,116 sqft
$1,040,204
3258 ALBA CIRCLE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,406 sqft
$950,000
12672 FONTANA LOOP, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,738 sqft
$1,047,894
3246 ALBA CIRCLE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,406 sqft
Every active listing inside the Esplanade boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Esplanade market
247
Sold, last 12 months
$712,507
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
51 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
▲ 54.6% 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
≈ $5,344/mo
$739,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$689/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$5,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,420
Median age
56
Median income
$84,396
Median home value
$671,600
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.
People who close here
Our Bradenton experts
Straight answers
Esplanade FAQs
Is Esplanade a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for buyers who want a gated, amenity-forward community with pools and easy access to Lakewood Ranch schools. The 252 sales over the past year signal steady demand, and the mix of established and newer homes means you're not locked into one style. It also sits conveniently near Heritage Harbour for shopping and everyday needs.
Is Esplanade expensive?+
It's a mid-to-upper tier of the Bradenton market, with a median list price of $729,900 and an average of $369 per square foot. The range is wide — from $329,000 up to $3,650,000 — so there's room for both first move-up buyers and luxury shoppers, with 10 homes currently listed above $1M.
What do homes cost in Esplanade?+
The median list price is $729,900 and the median home is about 1,925 square feet. Over the last 12 months the median sold price was $770,500, and sellers took home roughly 96% of their asking price on average. Compared to nearby Braden River East, it's a step into resort-style living.
How is the market in Esplanade right now?+
It's active and balanced-to-competitive, with 51 homes for sale and a median of just 33 days on market. That pace, plus the 96% sale-to-list ratio, tells you well-priced homes don't sit long, so buyers should be ready to move when the right one appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Expect a median HOA of about $728 per month, which reflects the gated access and shared amenities across the community. Property taxes run around $8,069 per year at the median, and if you're weighing renting first, the median rent here is roughly $4,300 per month.
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