Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
River Forest
Waterfront living along the Braden River
2
Homes for sale
$1,437,000
Median list price
$432
Avg price / sqft
54
Median days on market
River Forest is a small, water-oriented pocket of Bradenton where homes open onto the Braden River and the pace stays residential and unhurried. Both of the properties on the market right now are waterfront with pools, which tells you exactly what this neighborhood is built around. It sits within easy reach of the wider Bradenton homes for sale market, with nearby communities like Braden River East, Esplanade, and Oneco rounding out the area's options.
For buyers, this is a thin, high-end slice of the market. With just two active listings at a median list price of $1,437,000 and a median $432 per square foot, River Forest trades at a premium that reflects its larger homes and river frontage. Inventory moves deliberately — the median listing sits for 51 days — so expect to act decisively when the right river home appears.
River Forest is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,175,000 – $1.7M price range
3,301 sqft median home
$113/mo median HOA
1 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in River Forest
$1,699,000
5903 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,492 sqft
$1,175,000$1,225,000
5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,110 sqft
Every active listing inside the River Forest boundary
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The numbers that matter
The River Forest market
1
Sold, last 12 months
$1,035,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
40 days
Median time to sell
River Forest vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the River Forest boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools River Forest is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median River Forest home
≈ $8,606/mo
$1,437,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$113/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
35
Median age
63
Median income
$88,359
Median home value
$92,100
Beyond the listings
Living in River Forest
Entertainment
Top 2% 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.
Attitudes
Top 6% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Relationships
Top 10% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 12% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Active
Top 13% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Attitudes
Top 16% 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.
People who close here
Our Bradenton experts
Straight answers
River Forest FAQs
Is River Forest a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quiet, waterfront setting with larger homes and pools right on the Braden River. The neighborhood is assigned to William H. Bashaw Elementary, Braden River Middle, and Braden River High, and it's a short drive to the rest of Bradenton. Downtown Tampa is roughly 51 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 61 minutes.
Is River Forest expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the upper end of the Bradenton market, with a median list price of $1,437,000 and both active listings priced above $1 million. At a median $432 per square foot, you're paying a premium for river frontage and larger homes. For more range of prices, it's worth comparing with nearby Braden River East.
What do homes cost in River Forest?+
Active listings currently range from $1,175,000 to $1,699,000, with a median of $1,437,000 on homes around 3,301 square feet. Over the past 12 months one home sold, closing at $1,035,000. Both of the current homes are waterfront with pools, which drives the higher price points.
How is the market in River Forest?+
This is a small, slow-moving market with just two active listings and one sale in the last year. Homes take a median of 51 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 99% of asking price on average. With so little inventory, serious buyers should be ready to move when a home comes available.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA runs $113 per month, which is modest for a neighborhood at this price point. Property taxes have a median of $8,539 per year, in line with the larger, higher-value homes here. Together they keep ongoing costs reasonable relative to the home values.
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