Homes zoned forFreedom Elementary School
Family-friendly Bradenton living with gated communities and water views
120
Homes for sale
$546,450
Median list price
$276
Avg price / sqft
64
Median days on market
The Freedom Elementary zone sits in the growing eastern reaches of Bradenton, where newer gated neighborhoods, community pools, and lakefront lots shape daily life. It's an area that suits families and buyers who want space and modern construction without giving up quick access to the broader Manatee County coast. With 86 of the 119 active listings in gated communities and 32 touching water, the lifestyle here leans toward planned, amenity-rich living.
For buyers today, the market is active but not frantic: the median list price sits at $545,000, homes take a median 62 days to sell, and sellers are netting about 96% of asking. That gives you room to negotiate without the pressure of a cutthroat bidding environment. If you're comparing this zone against the wider pool of Bradenton homes for sale, start with the live map to see where listings cluster, and keep schools like Bayshore High School and Martha B. King Middle School in mind as you weigh neighborhoods.
Freedom Elementary School is an attendance zone in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$200,000 – $4.8M price range
2,066 sqft median home
$380/mo median HOA
$3,098/mo median rent
432 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Freedom Elementary zone
The Freedom Elementary zone falls within the eastern, newer-growth side of Bradenton in Manatee County, an area defined more by planned communities than by older established neighborhoods. The housing here skews toward gated developments, with 86 of the 119 active listings sitting behind community gates. That tells you a lot about the character: this is an area of managed neighborhoods, shared amenities, and relatively consistent streetscapes rather than a patchwork of independent lots.
The lifestyle appeals to buyers who want outdoor living close to home. Fifty active listings include a pool and 32 are waterfront, so lake and pond views are a regular feature rather than a rare luxury. Families, remote workers, and move-up buyers tend to gravitate here because the homes are sized for everyday life, with a median of 2,084 square feet.
It's worth setting expectations on pace. This isn't a dense, walkable downtown pocket; it's a car-oriented suburban zone where daily errands and commutes happen by road. For buyers coming from denser markets, that trade means more space and newer housing in exchange for driving to most destinations. Browsing Bradenton homes for sale alongside this zone helps frame how it fits the wider area.
Schools for homes in the Freedom Elementary zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Freedom Elementary School, and buyers shopping here are typically doing so with that assignment in mind. For older students, the surrounding school options include Martha B. King Middle School and W. D. Sugg Middle School at the middle level.
At the high school level, families in this part of Manatee County may be served by schools such as Bayshore High School or Lakewood Ranch High School, depending on exact location. Attendance zones can differ meaningfully even between nearby streets, so it's important not to assume based on a neighborhood name alone.
Because school boundaries are redrawn periodically as the area grows, always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the Manatee County school district before making an offer. A listing that appears to fall in the zone today could be reassigned, and verifying early saves disappointment later.
Homes for sale in the Freedom Elementary zone: prices and housing
The market here currently shows 119 active listings with a median list price of $545,000. Prices span a wide range, from $200,000 at the entry end up to $4,750,000 at the top, and the average price works out to about $277 per square foot on a median home size of 2,084 square feet. Nine of the active listings are priced above $1 million, which confirms there's a real luxury tier within the zone alongside the mainstream market.
Over the past 12 months, 433 homes sold at a median price of $500,000, with sellers receiving about 96% of their asking price on average. The median time on market of 62 days points to a balanced environment where well-priced homes move but buyers still have leverage. New construction is available but limited, with six active listings currently in that category.
On carrying costs, the median HOA fee is about $382 per month, reflecting the prevalence of gated, amenity-equipped communities, and median property taxes run roughly $6,687 per year. For buyers weighing a rental or investment angle, the median rent in the area is around $2,995 per month. You can see how these segments play out geographically on the live map.
Getting around from the Freedom Elementary zone
This is a suburban zone where getting around means driving. Tampa International Airport is roughly a 59-minute drive, which is a reasonable reach for a major hub and useful for buyers who travel regularly or have family out of state. Everyday trips to the coast, downtown Bradenton, and neighboring Sarasota generally rely on the region's main roadways.
Because the area is car-oriented, buyers should factor commute direction into their neighborhood choice. A few minutes' difference in where you buy within the zone can change how quickly you reach the interstate corridor or employment centers. Test-driving your likely commute at peak times is a smart step before committing.
For families, proximity to assigned schools also shapes the daily routine, so it's worth mapping the drive from a given listing to both the elementary school and the relevant middle and high schools.
Is the Freedom Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for buyers who want newer, amenity-rich suburban living in Bradenton, particularly those drawn to gated communities, pools, and water views. With 86 of 119 listings gated and half offering pools, the inventory is built around a managed, outdoor-oriented lifestyle. The median list of $545,000 places it in a comfortable mid-to-upper bracket, with genuine options both below and well above that figure.
The trade-offs are honest ones. HOA fees around $382 a month and property taxes near $6,687 a year add to monthly carrying costs, and this is a car-dependent area rather than a walkable one. New construction exists but is limited to six active listings, so buyers set on a brand-new home may need patience or flexibility.
On the whole, the current pace favors informed buyers: a 62-day median on market and 96% sale-to-list ratio mean there's room to negotiate rather than overpay. If you value space, newer homes, and community amenities, and you can confirm the school assignment for your target address, this zone deserves a close look alongside the broader Bradenton homes for sale.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$209,000
354 CAPE HARBOUR LOOP UNIT 106, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,429 sqft
$4,750,000
6178 9TH AVENUE CIRCLE NE, BRADENTON
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,823 sqft
$692,900
625 HONEYFLOWER LOOP, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,692 sqft
$650,000
11110 COPPERLEFE DR, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,006 sqft
$649,000
11525 AUTUMN LEAF WAY, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,245 sqft
$525,000
12639 CARA CARA LOOP, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,998 sqft
$375,000
6683 WILLOWSHIRE WAY, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,545 sqft
$299,900
926 RIVER BASIN COURT UNIT 101A, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,254 sqft
$289,000
7705 GRAND ESTUARY TRAIL UNIT 208, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,297 sqft
$200,000
1003 FAIRWAYCOVE LANE UNIT 207, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,226 sqft
$1,100,000
5602 TIDEWATER PRESERVE BOULEVARD, BRADENTON
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,441 sqft
$725,000
6832 WILD LAKE TERRACE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,287 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Freedom Elementary School market
432
Sold, last 12 months
$501,250
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
47 days
Median time to sell
Freedom Elementary School vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 31.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Freedom Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Freedom Elementary School home
≈ $4,030/mo
$546,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$380/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,098/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
14,964
Median age
53
Median income
$104,577
Median home value
$461,399
Beyond the listings
Living in Freedom Elementary School
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Straight answers
Freedom Elementary School FAQs
Is the Freedom Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who value planned, amenity-forward neighborhoods, with 86 of 119 active listings in gated communities and 50 offering pools. The area blends newer housing with water access and sits within commuting range of the broader Bradenton coast. Families often weigh it alongside assigned schools like Bayshore High School.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
The median list price is $545,000 and the average works out to about $277 per square foot on a median home size of 2,084 sqft. That's a mid-to-upper range for the Bradenton area, though listings span from $200,000 all the way to $4,750,000 depending on size, location, and water access.
What do homes cost in the Freedom Elementary zone?+
Over the last 12 months, 433 homes sold at a median price of $500,000, while active listings carry a median list of $545,000. Nine active listings are priced above $1 million, so there's a genuine luxury tier alongside the core market.
How is the market right now?+
It's active but measured: 119 homes are listed, the median time on market is 62 days, and sellers are averaging 96% of their asking price. That combination gives buyers negotiating room rather than a frenzied, over-asking scramble.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $382 per month, which reflects how many homes sit in gated, amenity-equipped communities. Median property tax is roughly $6,687 per year, so budget for both when you're comparing listings on the live map.
What schools serve this area?+
This is the Freedom Elementary attendance zone, with middle and high options that include Martha B. King Middle School, W. D. Sugg Middle School, and Bayshore High School among others. Because district boundaries change, always confirm the exact assigned schools for a specific address with Manatee County Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
Tampa International Airport is roughly a 59-minute drive, which is typical for the eastern Bradenton area. Day-to-day travel leans on the region's major roads to reach the coast, downtown Bradenton, and neighboring Sarasota County.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes, though it's a modest slice of the market: six of the 119 active listings are new construction. Buyers who want a modern build should move quickly when inventory appears and compare against resale options in the same gated communities.
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