Homes for sale · Ellenton, FloridaParkwood Lakes
Quiet lakeside living minutes from Tampa Bay
1
Homes for sale
$550,000
Median list price
$257
Avg price / sqft
98
Median days on market
Parkwood Lakes is a small residential pocket of Ellenton in Manatee County, where lake views and a low-key pace define daily life. Homes here run a comfortable middle ground — the current listing sits at 2,140 square feet, the kind of space families actually use. With a manageable $67/month HOA and easy access to the wider Ellenton homes for sale market, it appeals to buyers who want room to breathe without a long haul to the city.
The market here moves fast when inventory shows up. Right now there's a single active waterfront listing at $550,000, and homes that sold over the past year traded at a median of $472,500 with sellers pocketing about 97% of asking. Nearby communities like Covered Bridge Estates, Ridgewood Meadows, and North River Estates give buyers more room to compare before making a move.
Parkwood Lakes is a community in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$550,000 – $550K price range
2,140 sqft median home
$67/mo median HOA
4 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Parkwood Lakes
Every active listing inside the Parkwood Lakes boundary
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By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Parkwood Lakes market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$437,450
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
19 days
Median time to sell
Parkwood Lakes vs Ellenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 19.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Parkwood Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Parkwood Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Parkwood Lakes home
≈ $3,659/mo
$550,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$67/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
509
Median age
60
Median income
$98,864
Median home value
$419,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Parkwood Lakes
Beliefs
Top 1% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Beliefs
Top 2% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Active
Top 2% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 3% 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.
Attitudes
Top 4% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 5% 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.
Straight answers
Parkwood Lakes FAQs
Is Parkwood Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, water-oriented neighborhood in Ellenton that suits buyers wanting space and calm without cutting off city access — downtown Tampa is about 45 minutes out. Families often look at the assigned schools, including Parrish Community High School and Buffalo Creek Middle. The modest $67/month HOA keeps the lifestyle relaxed and affordable.
Is Parkwood Lakes expensive?+
It sits in a moderate range for the area, with the current active listing priced at $550,000 and an average of about $257 per square foot. Homes that sold over the past year came in lower, at a median of $472,500. Compared with nearby Covered Bridge Estates, it lands in the mid-market for Ellenton.
What do homes cost in Parkwood Lakes?+
The single active listing is $550,000 for roughly 2,140 square feet, working out to about $257 per square foot. Over the last 12 months, six homes sold at a median of $472,500. Inventory is thin, so pricing can swing with whatever happens to be on the market.
How is the market in Parkwood Lakes?+
It's fast and competitive when homes appear — the median days on market is just 2, and sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price. With only one active listing and six sales in the past year, buyers should be ready to move quickly. Watching the live map helps you catch new listings early.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs $67/month, which is on the lighter side for a Florida community with water features. Property taxes come in around $5,811 per year at current values. Together those are predictable carrying costs worth factoring into your budget alongside the purchase price.
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