Homes for sale · Bradenton, FloridaTara
Golf-course living minutes from the Braden River
44
Homes for sale
$264,950
Median list price
$207
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
Tara sits on Bradenton's east side, built around a mature golf-course landscape where live oaks and manicured fairways set the pace. It's a quieter, established pocket that draws buyers who want space to breathe without giving up quick access to the river corridor and the rest of Bradenton. Neighboring pockets like Braden River East and the newer Esplanade round out the area's range of lifestyles, from low-key villas to resort-style communities.
For a buyer today, Tara is a value story. The median list price sits at $274,900 and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $256,500, with sellers collecting about 95% of asking. With 43 active listings and a median 67 days on market, there's room to negotiate — just budget carefully for the HOA, which runs a median $803 a month in parts of this community.
Tara is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$132,500 – $875K price range
1,352 sqft median home
$836/mo median HOA
$2,475/mo median rent
127 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Tara
Tara is an established community on the east side of Bradenton, organized around a mature golf-course landscape that gives the streets their open, shaded character. The mix of villas, single-family homes, and golf-view properties attracts a steady crowd of retirees, downsizers, and families who value a quieter setting over nightlife. Live oaks, manicured fairways, and a settled feel define the day-to-day here.
Because Tara is built out rather than new, the neighborhood has the predictability that comes with maturity — grown landscaping, consistent architecture, and a clear sense of place. It sits close to the Braden River corridor and keeps the rest of Bradenton and its Gulf beaches within reach. That balance of calm and connectivity is the community's strongest selling point.
It suits buyers who want golf-course scenery and an affordable entry into east Bradenton without taking on a fixer or a far-flung commute. If you prize a low-key routine and don't mind an HOA that covers community services, Tara delivers. Buyers chasing brand-new construction or a maintenance-free condo lifestyle may want to look at neighboring developments instead.
Neighborhoods and communities in Tara
Tara anchors a cluster of established and newer east-Bradenton communities, each with its own personality. Within the broader area, Braden River East offers a similar established feel along the river corridor, making it a natural comparison for buyers cross-shopping the neighborhood.
For buyers drawn to resort-style, newer product, Esplanade brings amenity-rich living nearby, while Heritage Harbour offers master-planned variety a short drive away. These options let you weigh Tara's mature golf-course setting against newer builds and different amenity packages.
Closer to central Bradenton, pockets like Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens widen the search for buyers who want to be nearer the coast or at a different price point. Touring a few of these side by side is the fastest way to understand where Tara's value sits in the local market.
Homes for sale in Tara: prices and housing
There are 43 active listings in Tara with a median list price of $274,900, spanning a wide range from about $132,500 to $875,000. The typical home is around 1,352 square feet, and average price per square foot sits near $207. That spread means you'll find modest villas and condos at the low end and larger golf-view single-family homes toward the top.
Over the past 12 months, 126 homes sold at a median price of $256,500, with sellers achieving roughly 95% of asking on average. Median days on market of 67 signals a measured pace that gives buyers time to tour, compare, and negotiate rather than rush. Among active listings, seven include a private pool and one is waterfront — there are currently no gated, 55+, or million-dollar listings on the market.
Budget beyond the purchase price: the median HOA runs about $803 per month, a meaningful figure that often reflects golf-club or bundled community costs, so always confirm exactly what's covered for a given home. Median property tax is about $2,865 per year. Tara is an established community with no active new-construction listings, so expect resale homes with mature landscaping rather than builder inventory.
Schools in Tara
Tara is most commonly zoned to Tara Elementary School, Braden River Middle School, and Braden River High School, all part of the School District of Manatee County. These assignments cover the elementary-through-high-school path for many addresses in the community.
School zones can and do change, and boundaries don't always follow neighborhood lines exactly. Before you commit to a home based on a specific school, verify the current assignment for that address directly with the Manatee County school district.
Families who prioritize a particular school should confirm zoning early in the search, since it can influence which streets within Tara make the shortlist. Your agent can help you pull the current boundary map for any listing you're serious about.
Getting around Tara
Tara's east-side location keeps you close to I-75, the main north-south artery that ties Bradenton to Tampa and Sarasota. From here, downtown Tampa is roughly 51 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 61 minutes, mostly via the interstate.
For daily life, the Braden River corridor and east Bradenton's shopping and services are a short drive, and the broader Bradenton–Sarasota area is easily reachable. Having a car is essential here, as it is across most of suburban Manatee County.
The upside of Tara's position is balance: you're set back in a quiet community but not isolated from major roads, work centers, or the Gulf beaches to the west. Commuters who work in Tampa should be realistic about the hour-plus each way, but for those working locally the setup is convenient.
Is Tara a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Tara is a strong value. You get a mature golf-course setting, an affordable median list price of $274,900, and zoning to well-regarded Braden River schools — a combination that's increasingly hard to find in east Bradenton. The measured market, with a median 67 days on market and sellers getting about 95% of asking, means you can negotiate rather than overpay.
The trade-offs are honest ones. The median HOA of roughly $803 per month is significant, so you'll want to know exactly what it covers before you fall for a home, and there's no new construction within the community if a brand-new build is your must-have. The Tampa commute, at 51 minutes to downtown, is a real factor for anyone working north of the county line.
Weigh those against the upside — established character, green surroundings, reasonable taxes near $2,865 a year, and a price point that stretches from entry-level villas to larger golf-view homes — and Tara makes a compelling case for buyers who want calm, value, and a settled neighborhood feel in Bradenton.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Tara
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$299,000
7685 SWEETBAY CIRCLE UNIT NA, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,353 sqft
$195,000
6503 STONE RIVER ROAD UNIT 305, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,042 sqft
$250,000
7133 CEDAR HOLLOW CIRCLE UNIT 22-102, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,352 sqft
$165,000
5430 FAIR OAKS STREET UNIT 5430, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,004 sqft
$435,000
5808 NESTERS LANE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,645 sqft
$520,000
7164 DREWRYS BLUFF, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft
$249,900
7609 SWEETBAY CIRCLE UNIT NA, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,409 sqft
$339,000
5713 COTTONWOOD STREET, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,517 sqft
$165,000
6501 STONE RIVER ROAD UNIT 302, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,042 sqft
$249,900
5469 FAIR OAKS STREET UNIT 5C, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,208 sqft
$195,000
6807 STONE RIVER ROAD UNIT 204, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,202 sqft
$739,000
6643 BUTLERS CREST DRIVE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,596 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Tara market
127
Sold, last 12 months
$258,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
73 days
Median time to sell
Tara vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 9.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Tara boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Tara is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Tara home
≈ $2,688/mo
$264,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$836/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,475/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,596
Median age
66
Median income
$80,630
Median home value
$346,151
Beyond the listings
Living in Tara
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Culture
Top 17% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Relationships
Top 19% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Entertainment
Top 19% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 21% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Lifestyles
Top 22% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
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Straight answers
Tara FAQs
Is Tara a good place to live?+
Tara suits buyers who want an established, green setting with golf-course views and a calm pace. It's zoned to well-regarded Braden River schools and keeps you close to the river corridor and the rest of Bradenton. The main consideration is the HOA, which carries real cost here, so factor that into your monthly math.
Is Tara expensive?+
Not by Gulf Coast standards. The median list price is $274,900 and homes range from about $132,500 to $875,000, so there's a wide entry point. Average price per square foot sits around $207, which is reasonable for east Bradenton.
What do homes cost in Tara?+
Current listings have a median list price of $274,900, while homes sold over the last 12 months closed at a median of $256,500. The typical home is about 1,352 square feet at roughly $207 per square foot. Prices stretch up toward $875,000 for the largest properties.
How is the market in Tara?+
It favors buyers at the moment. There are 43 active listings with a median 67 days on market, and 126 homes sold over the past year at about 95% of asking. That combination gives patient buyers negotiating room.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA in Tara runs about $803 per month, which is on the higher side and often reflects golf-club or bundled services, so confirm what's included for any specific home. Median property tax is about $2,865 per year. Always verify both figures per listing before you make an offer.
What schools serve Tara?+
Tara is most commonly zoned to Tara Elementary School, Braden River Middle School, and Braden River High School. School zones can change, so confirm the assignment for a specific address with the Manatee County school district before you buy.
How is the commute from Tara?+
Downtown Tampa is roughly 51 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 61 minutes, mostly via I-75 and I-275. For daily errands and work within the Bradenton–Sarasota area, you're well positioned on the east side.
Is there new construction in Tara?+
Tara itself is an established community with no active new-construction listings right now. Buyers wanting newer homes can look at nearby Esplanade or other newer developments in the Braden River area. Within Tara, expect resale homes with mature landscaping.
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