Homes for sale · Ellenton, FloridaNorth River Estates
Affordable single-family living in southern Manatee County
3
Homes for sale
$279,000
Median list price
$185
Avg price / sqft
39
Median days on market
North River Estates sits in Ellenton's easy middle ground — a practical, residential pocket of Manatee County where single-family homes come without the premium of waterfront or gated address. You're close to the familiar Ellenton homes for sale corridor, with neighboring communities like Ridgewood Meadows and Covered Bridge Estates rounding out the local picture, and Tampa within reach at roughly 45 minutes to downtown.
For a buyer today, this is a tight, value-driven market. There are just 3 active listings with a median list price of $279,000, and homes have been selling at about 96% of asking over the past year — so sellers aren't giving much away, but prices stay reasonable. With a median $185 per square foot and a typical 39 days on market, you'll want to move decisively when the right listing lands; the live map is the fastest way to see what's current.
North River Estates is a community in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$230,000 – $315K price range
1,485 sqft median home
$125/mo median HOA
6 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in North River Estates
$279,000
3519 70TH AVENUE E, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,485 sqft
$315,000$325,000
3515 71ST AVENUE E, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,440 sqft
$230,000
3531 70TH AVENUE E, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,541 sqft
Every active listing inside the North River Estates boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The North River Estates market
6
Sold, last 12 months
$256,500
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
155 days
Median time to sell
North River Estates vs Ellenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the North River Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools North River Estates is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median North River Estates home
≈ $1,943/mo
$279,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$125/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
403
Median age
77
Median income
$52,565
Median home value
$179,700
Beyond the listings
Living in North River Estates
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Culture
Top 2% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Attitudes
Top 4% in the U.S.Home & Leisure
There's no place like home. This activity is highest when people are feeling relaxed, like sharing a meal with friends or enjoying their morning coffee in their own home.
Entertainment
Top 4% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Straight answers
North River Estates FAQs
Is North River Estates a good place to live?+
It's a straightforward residential neighborhood in Ellenton that works well for buyers who want single-family space at a reasonable price and an easy reach to Tampa, about 45 minutes to downtown. You're near established communities like Highland Shores, and homes are assigned to Palmetto-area schools.
Is North River Estates expensive?+
No — it's among the more affordable pockets in the area, with a median list price of $279,000 and a median sold price of $256,500 over the past year. At roughly $185 per square foot, it undercuts much of the waterfront and gated inventory nearby.
What do homes cost in North River Estates?+
Active listings currently range from $230,000 to $315,000, with a median list price of $279,000 and a typical home size around 1,485 square feet. You can browse what's available right now on the live map.
How is the market here?+
It's tight but balanced: just 3 active listings, 6 homes sold in the last 12 months, and a median of 39 days on market. Sellers are averaging 96% of their asking price, so expect fair pricing rather than deep discounts.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $125 per month, and median property taxes land near $1,650 per year. Those are modest carrying costs that help keep the overall monthly picture manageable at this price point.
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