Homes for sale · Cortez, FloridaShorelands
Waterside living in Cortez's historic fishing village
1
Homes for sale
$1,500,000
Median list price
$479
Avg price / sqft
60
Median days on market
Shorelands sits in Cortez, the old-Florida fishing community on the Manatee County mainland just across the water from Anna Maria Island. It's a quieter, lived-in pocket of the Gulf Coast where small enclaves like Cove Sound Yacht Club, Heron's Watch, and Lake Forest Estates draw buyers who want proximity to the beaches without island crowds. Families here are zoned for Ida M. Stewart Elementary School and Manatee High School, and Tampa is roughly an hour's drive when you need the city.
The market in Shorelands is small and tight, so what you see matters. Right now there's a single active listing priced at $1,500,000 — a 3,133-square-foot home with a pool — while the three sales over the past year closed at a $499,000 median. That spread tells you the inventory swings between everyday homes and larger waterside properties, and with sellers averaging 102% of asking, well-priced listings move. Browse Cortez homes for sale or check the live map to see what's current.
Shorelands is a community in Cortez, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,500,000 – $1.5M price range
3,133 sqft median home
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Shorelands
Every active listing inside the Shorelands boundary
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Browse Shorelands
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Shorelands market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$499,000
Median sold price
102%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
6 days
Median time to sell
Shorelands vs Cortez
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Shorelands boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Shorelands is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Shorelands home
≈ $9,321/mo
$1,500,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
318
Median age
35
Median income
$76,125
Median home value
$451,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Shorelands
Culture
Top 9% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 15% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 15% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Relationships
Top 21% in the U.S.My Crew
Family, and friends who are like family - that's what this population is all about. These people love celebrating and nurturing their closest relationships.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 22% 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.
Straight answers
Shorelands FAQs
Is Shorelands a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit if you want old-Florida character and water access near Anna Maria Island without the island's density. The area is zoned for Manatee High School and sits about an hour from downtown Tampa, which works well for families and commuters alike. The mix of small enclaves gives it a settled, neighborly feel.
Is Shorelands expensive?+
It can be, depending on the property. The one active listing is priced at $1,500,000, but the three homes sold over the past year had a median closing price of $499,000. That gap reflects a small market where a single high-end listing can skew the headline number.
What do homes cost in Shorelands?+
The current active listing runs $1,500,000 for about 3,133 square feet, which works out to roughly $479 per square foot. Recent sales tell a more grounded story, with a $499,000 median across three closings in the last 12 months. Inventory is limited, so pricing varies widely by home and location.
How is the market in Shorelands?+
It's thin but competitive. Just one home is active right now, the typical listing takes about 60 days to sell, and sellers have been averaging 102% of asking price over the past year. With only three sales in twelve months, expect to move quickly when the right Cortez home comes up.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA data isn't available for the current Shorelands inventory, so fees vary by the specific community. Property taxes run higher here, with a median around $14,500 per year, reflecting the larger and higher-value homes on the market. Always confirm the exact figures for any property you're considering.
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