Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Palm Lake Estates
Affordable Manatee County living close to everything
12
Homes for sale
$162,450
Median list price
$180
Avg price / sqft
71
Median days on market
Palm Lake Estates is a small, low-key Bradenton neighborhood where value does the talking. It sits in the heart of Manatee County, an easy reach from the wider mix of Bradenton homes for sale and neighboring communities like Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens. The homes here run compact and practical, and the vibe is quiet and settled rather than showy.
For a buyer today, this is one of the most accessible price points in the area. The median list price sits at $164,500 with just 9 active listings, so inventory is tight but attainable. Homes have been taking a median of 64 days to sell and sellers are netting about 93% of asking, which tells you there's real room to negotiate. If Palm Lake Estates is too thin on options, nearby Braden River East and Heritage Harbour round out the search.
Palm Lake Estates is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$130,000 – $475K price range
1,236 sqft median home
$275/mo median HOA
16 sold in 12 months
Drive times
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Homes for sale in Palm Lake Estates
$130,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 283, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 975 sqft
$139,900
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 234, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,302 sqft
$150,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 209, BRADENTON
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 816 sqft
$385,000$399,000
1505 22ND AVENUE W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,576 sqft
$474,999
1604 21ST AVENUE W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,576 sqft
$165,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 88, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,272 sqft
$159,900
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 110, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,056 sqft
$150,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 223, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,200 sqft
$189,900
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 169, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,392 sqft
$165,000$170,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 27, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 816 sqft
$135,000$144,000
808 53RD AVENUE E UNIT 191, BRADENTON
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 768 sqft
$429,000$435,000
1606 22ND AVENUE W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,576 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Palm Lake Estates market
16
Sold, last 12 months
$159,500
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 days
Median time to sell
Palm Lake Estates vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 7.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Palm Lake Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Palm Lake Estates is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Palm Lake Estates home
≈ $1,468/mo
$162,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$275/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
610
Median age
36
Median income
$79,224
Median home value
$259,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Palm Lake Estates
Food & Drink
Top 1% in the U.S.Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Beliefs
Top 8% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Food & Drink
Top 8% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Emotional
Top 9% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
People who close here
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Palm Lake Estates FAQs
Is Palm Lake Estates a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, settled neighborhood that appeals to buyers who want affordable, low-maintenance homes in central Bradenton. Assigned schools include Palmetto Elementary, Lincoln Middle, and Palmetto High School. The compact home sizes and modest carrying costs make it a practical fit for first-time buyers and downsizers alike.
Is Palm Lake Estates expensive?+
No — it's one of the more accessible corners of Manatee County. The median list price is $164,500, and the median sold price over the past year came in at $159,500. Property taxes run a modest $1,439 per year, so the overall cost of ownership stays low.
What do homes cost in Palm Lake Estates?+
Active listings span from $144,000 to $429,000, with a median list price of $164,500 and an average of about $163 per square foot. Most homes are around 1,200 square feet. For a wider range of options, it's worth also looking at Bradenton homes for sale nearby.
How is the market in Palm Lake Estates?+
It's a small, slower-moving market with just 9 active listings and 20 homes sold in the past year. Homes take a median of 64 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 93% of asking on average — which means buyers have some negotiating leverage.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee runs about $275 per month, and median property taxes are $1,439 per year. Together those keep monthly ownership costs predictable, which is part of what makes this neighborhood attractive at its price point.
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