Homes for sale · Bradenton, FloridaRosedale
Gated golf-course living east of Bradenton
39
Homes for sale
$589,000
Median list price
$302
Avg price / sqft
40
Median days on market
Rosedale sits on the eastern edge of Bradenton, a gated community where mature landscaping, golf fairways and a quiet residential pace define daily life. Most of the 38 active listings sit behind a guarded or gated entrance, and roughly half come with a private pool — the kind of low-key, maintained lifestyle that draws both full-time families and seasonal Floridians. You're close to the shops and dining along the Braden River East corridor, with neighboring communities like Esplanade and Heritage Harbour rounding out this stretch of Manatee County.
For a buyer today, the market reads steady rather than frantic. The median list price is $584,450 and homes are selling at about 96% of asking after a median 42 days — enough time to negotiate without losing the house you want. With 63 sales over the past year and a median sold price of $550,000, Rosedale is firmly a mid-to-upper suburban market, so bring realistic expectations on both price and HOA. Browse the broader Bradenton homes for sale to see how it compares.
Rosedale is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,900 – $1.2M price range
2,020 sqft median home
$378/mo median HOA
$2,500/mo median rent
63 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Rosedale
Rosedale is a gated residential community on the eastern side of Bradenton, in Manatee County along Florida's Gulf Coast. Its layout is built around golf-course and preserve views, with mature landscaping and a low-traffic street pattern that keeps the pace quiet. The feel is distinctly suburban and residential — this is a place people choose for calm and privacy rather than nightlife or walkable urban energy.
The community draws a mix of full-time families and seasonal residents who want maintained, amenity-adjacent living. With 35 of the 38 current listings sitting in gated sections, controlled access is a defining feature, and roughly half of homes include a private pool that suits the warm climate. That combination makes Rosedale a fit for buyers who value security, upkeep and a settled neighborhood over constant new development.
Its position on Bradenton's east side puts it near the shopping and dining of the Braden River corridor while keeping a buffer from the busiest parts of the county. Buyers who want a balance of convenience and quiet — without moving all the way out to open rural land — tend to find that balance here. It rewards people planning to stay a while rather than those looking to flip quickly.
Neighborhoods and communities in Rosedale
Rosedale itself is a defined, gated community, but it sits among several recognizable neighborhoods that shape this part of Bradenton. Braden River East is a close neighbor along the river corridor and carries a similar family-oriented, suburban character. Buyers often cross-shop these areas when comparing price per square foot and HOA structures.
To the south and west, communities like Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens offer older, more established housing stock, typically at lower price points and without the gated, amenity-driven model. They're worth considering if the Rosedale HOA or golf-adjacent pricing stretches your budget, and they still keep you in the same east-Bradenton geography.
For buyers who like the gated, master-planned feel but want newer construction, Esplanade and Heritage Harbour are the natural comparisons in this corridor. Each has its own amenity package and fee structure, so it's worth touring a few before committing. Looking across the full Bradenton homes for sale market helps frame where Rosedale lands on price and lifestyle.
Homes for sale in Rosedale: prices and housing
There are 38 active listings in Rosedale right now, with a median list price of $584,450 and a range that spans $199,900 to $1,185,000. The average price works out to about $301 per square foot on a median home size near 2,025 square feet. Only two active listings are priced above $1 million, so the bulk of inventory sits in the mid-$400,000s to high-$600,000s rather than the luxury tier.
Over the past 12 months, 63 homes sold at a median price of $550,000, and sellers collected about 96% of their asking price on average. Homes take a median of 42 days to go under contract — a pace that gives buyers time to inspect and negotiate without the urgency of a same-day market. Of the active listings, five are waterfront and 20 include a pool, while there are currently no golf-specific, 55+, or new-construction listings on the market.
Carrying costs matter here: the median HOA runs about $378 per month and median property taxes are around $5,468 per year. Those figures reflect the gated, maintained nature of the community and should be factored into any affordability calculation. Because fee tiers and any club or golf obligations vary by section, confirm the exact numbers for a specific property before writing an offer. The median rent of about $2,500 per month gives investors a reference point, though Rosedale reads primarily as an owner-occupant market.
Schools in Rosedale
The most common school assignments for Rosedale are Braden River Elementary School, Dr Mona Jain Middle School and Lakewood Ranch High School. The Lakewood Ranch High assignment in particular is a frequent draw for families weighing this eastern stretch of Bradenton. These are the schools that show up most often for addresses in the community, but they are not guaranteed for every street.
School zoning in Manatee County can vary block to block and is subject to change from year to year as boundaries are redrawn. If a specific school is central to your decision, verify the assignment directly with the Manatee County school district using the exact property address rather than relying on a general community label.
Beyond the assigned public schools, families should also look into magnet, charter and private options available across the county. Touring the campuses and checking current enrollment policies is the surest way to confirm fit before you commit to a home.
Getting around Rosedale
Rosedale's east-Bradenton location keeps most daily errands close while still offering reasonable reach to the larger Tampa Bay metro. Downtown Tampa is approximately a 49-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport is about 59 minutes away, which makes the community workable for occasional commuters and frequent travelers alike.
Day to day, you'll rely on a car, as is typical for suburban Manatee County communities. The area connects to the regional road network that links eastern Bradenton to I-75 and the broader Gulf Coast corridor, putting shopping, dining and medical services within a short drive.
This is not a walkable, transit-first setting, so buyers who prioritize car-free living should weigh that carefully. For those comfortable driving, the balance of quiet residential streets and quick highway access is one of Rosedale's practical strengths.
Is Rosedale a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Rosedale delivers a specific and appealing package: gated access, golf-course and preserve surroundings, pools on about half the homes, and a steady, negotiable market. With 35 of 38 listings in gated sections and a median list price of $584,450, it's clearly positioned as a maintained, mid-to-upper suburban community rather than a budget option or a luxury enclave. Families also value the Lakewood Ranch High School assignment.
The trade-offs are honest ones. The median HOA of about $378 per month and median taxes near $5,468 per year add real monthly cost, and there's currently no new construction within the community, so buyers are shopping resale homes. It's also car-dependent, with Tampa roughly 49 minutes away — fine for occasional commuting, less ideal if you need a daily downtown drive.
If you want privacy, upkeep and a calm residential pace with room to negotiate — sellers are getting about 96% of asking over a 42-day median — Rosedale is a strong fit. Buyers chasing walkability, the lowest possible carrying costs, or brand-new construction may do better comparing it against neighboring communities before deciding.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rosedale
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$999,000
4812 ROYAL DORNOCH CIRCLE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,083 sqft
$679,000
10013 CARNOUSTIE PLACE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,999 sqft
$1,185,000
9904 CARNOUSTIE PLACE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,894 sqft
$525,000
5231 97TH STREET E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,958 sqft
$515,000
9743 53RD DRIVE E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,877 sqft
$724,000
8722 54TH AVENUE E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,030 sqft
$625,000
4940 TOBERMORY WAY, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,999 sqft
$532,000$535,000
5043 88TH STREET E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,546 sqft
$545,000
4523 BALTRY COURT, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,016 sqft
$199,900$249,900
703 36TH STREET W, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,362 sqft
$649,000
4756 ROYAL DORNOCH CIRCLE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,145 sqft
$475,000
8705 52ND DRIVE E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,521 sqft
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The Rosedale market
63
Sold, last 12 months
$550,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
47 days
Median time to sell
Rosedale vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 11.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Rosedale boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Rosedale is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Rosedale home
≈ $4,141/mo
$589,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$378/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,656
Median age
65
Median income
$143,300
Median home value
$556,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Rosedale
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% 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.
Attitudes
Top 1% 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.
Entertainment
Top 1% 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 2% 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.
Attitudes
Top 2% 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.
Active
Top 2% 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.
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Rosedale FAQs
Is Rosedale a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want gated, maintained suburban living with golf-course surroundings and easy access to Bradenton's east-side shopping. With 35 of 38 active listings in gated sections and about half offering pools, the character is private and residential rather than urban. Families are also drawn by the Lakewood Ranch High School assignment.
Is Rosedale expensive?+
It's a mid-to-upper market for the area, with a median list price of $584,450 and an average of $301 per square foot. The active range runs from $199,900 up to $1,185,000, and only two listings are priced above $1M, so most inventory sits well below the top end. Compared with the wider Bradenton homes for sale market, expect to pay a premium for the gated setting.
What do homes cost in Rosedale?+
The median list price is $584,450 and the median sold price over the past year was $550,000, on a median home size of about 2,025 square feet. Pricing works out to roughly $301 per square foot on average. The spread is wide — from under $200,000 to nearly $1.2 million — so there's room for both condo-scale and larger single-family budgets.
How is the Rosedale market right now?+
Steady and balanced. Sixty-three homes sold in the last 12 months, listings take a median of 42 days to go under contract, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking. That combination gives buyers negotiating room without the pressure of a runaway market.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $378 per month, which is typical for a gated, amenity-oriented community of this kind. Median property tax comes in around $5,468 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA tier and any golf or club membership costs for the exact home you're considering.
What schools serve Rosedale?+
The most common assignments are Braden River Elementary School, Dr Mona Jain Middle School and Lakewood Ranch High School. School zoning can vary by street and change year to year, so verify the exact assignment with the Manatee County school district before you buy. The Lakewood Ranch High assignment is a frequent draw for families along the Braden River East corridor.
What's the commute like from Rosedale?+
Downtown Tampa is roughly a 49-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport is about 59 minutes away. That makes Rosedale workable for occasional Tampa commuting and convenient for travelers. Day to day, most errands stay close within eastern Bradenton.
Is there new construction in Rosedale?+
There are currently no active new-construction listings within Rosedale itself, so buyers here are looking at established, resale homes. For newer product, neighboring communities like Esplanade in the same part of Bradenton are worth a look. Resale inventory in Rosedale tends to be well-maintained given the gated, HOA-governed setting.
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