Neighborhood · Ellenton, Florida
Oakley
Quiet Ellenton living, minutes from the Manatee River
Oakley sits in the northern reach of Manatee County, an Ellenton pocket of established residential streets where the pace is unhurried and the neighbors know each other. You're close to the Manatee River corridor and a short hop from I-75, with communities like Covered Bridge Estates, Ridgewood Meadows and North River Estates anchoring the area. Kids here are zoned for Buffalo Creek Middle School and Palmetto High School, and downtown Tampa is about 43 minutes up the interstate.
The market reality: Oakley is a low-inventory neighborhood, so listings come and go quickly. Over the past 12 months just 5 homes sold, at a median price of $370,000, with sellers collecting about 97% of their asking price. With nothing active right now, the smart move is to watch the live map and broaden your search across Ellenton homes for sale so you're ready when the right property lists.
Oakley is a community in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Oakley
Nothing active right now.
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Every active listing inside the Oakley boundary
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The Oakley market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$370,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
89 days
Median time to sell
Oakley vs Ellenton
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Oakley boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Oakley is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
904
Median age
32
Median income
$91,583
Median home value
$411,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Oakley
Entertainment
Top 2% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 2% in the U.S.Smart Chic
Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.
Relationships
Top 3% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Entertainment
Top 7% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Active
Top 9% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Active
Top 11% 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.
Straight answers
Oakley FAQs
Is Oakley a good place to live?+
Oakley is a quiet residential corner of Ellenton with established communities and easy I-75 access to Tampa. Families are drawn to the school assignments, including Buffalo Creek Middle School and Palmetto High. It suits buyers who want a settled neighborhood feel without being far from the metro.
Is Oakley expensive?+
It's a moderately priced part of the Ellenton market. Homes here sold at a median of $370,000 over the last 12 months, which is competitive for northern Manatee County. Compare it against the wider pool of Ellenton homes for sale to gauge value.
What do homes cost in Oakley?+
Recent sales landed around a $370,000 median price, based on the 5 homes that closed in the past year. There are no active listings at the moment, so pricing on the next home to hit the market will depend on its size and condition. Watching Ridgewood Meadows and nearby communities gives a good read on comparable values.
How is the Oakley housing market?+
It's a low-inventory, steady-demand market. With just 5 sales in the past 12 months and sellers averaging 97% of their asking price, homes tend to move without deep discounting. Keep an eye on the live map so you can act quickly when something lists.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and tax figures vary by community here and aren't reflected in current active data, since there are no listings on the market at the moment. Communities like North River Estates and Covered Bridge Estates each carry their own dues structures. Your agent can pull the exact HOA and tax numbers for any specific home you're considering.
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