Homes zoned forVirgil Mills Elementary School
Family-friendly Parrish living with room to grow
82
Homes for sale
$399,450
Median list price
$204
Avg price / sqft
55
Median days on market
The Virgil Mills Elementary zone sits in the heart of fast-growing Parrish, a corner of northern Manatee County where newer master-planned neighborhoods mix with established streets and pockets of waterfront. It's the kind of place that suits families who want space, pools, and a short list of school options nearby — including feeder schools like Buffalo Creek Middle School and Parrish Community High School. You'll find Parrish homes for sale ranging from modest starter houses to larger homes on bigger lots, and you can scan what's active right now on the live map.
For buyers today, the market reads as moderately paced and attainable: 82 homes are active with a median list price of $399,900, and the typical listing takes about 55 days to find a buyer. Over the past year 183 homes sold at a median of $375,000, with sellers collecting roughly 96% of asking — a sign there's room to negotiate but not fire-sale conditions. With average pricing near $205 per square foot, your dollar stretches further here than in many Tampa Bay suburbs closer to the water.
Virgil Mills Elementary School is an attendance zone in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$58,500 – $1.2M price range
1,974 sqft median home
$111/mo median HOA
$2,500/mo median rent
182 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Virgil Mills Elementary zone
The Virgil Mills Elementary zone sits in Parrish, a rapidly growing community in northern Manatee County that has become one of Tampa Bay's go-to areas for buyers seeking newer homes and more space. The area blends master-planned neighborhoods with established streets and some waterfront pockets, giving it a suburban, family-forward character. It appeals to households that want pools, gated communities, and room to spread out without paying coastal prices.
This is a practical choice for commuters and growing families alike. With downtown Tampa about 50 minutes away, many residents work in the metro while enjoying a quieter, less dense setting at home. The mix of amenities — 20 active listings with pools and 17 in gated communities — reflects a neighborhood built for comfortable day-to-day living.
If you're weighing the area, it helps to see what's currently available. You can browse Parrish homes for sale across the broader area or narrow down to active listings within the zone on the live map.
Schools for homes in the Virgil Mills Elementary zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Virgil Mills Elementary School, the namesake school for the area. Families here also have nearby feeder schools serving older students, including Buffalo Creek Middle School and Parrish Community High School.
The surrounding Parrish area includes several other elementary schools that families often ask about, such as Barbara A Harvey Elementary School, Annie Lucy Williams Elementary School, and Gene Witt Elementary School. Having multiple schools in the vicinity reflects how quickly the community has grown and the investment in local education infrastructure.
School attendance boundaries in Manatee County can and do change as new neighborhoods come online. Before you commit to a home expecting a specific school, confirm the current zone for that exact address directly with the Manatee County school district, since assignments are subject to revision.
Homes for sale in the Virgil Mills Elementary zone: prices and housing
The market here is firmly mid-range by Tampa Bay standards. There are 82 active listings with a median list price of $399,900, spanning a wide range from about $58,500 up to $1,400,000. Average pricing comes in around $205 per square foot, and the median home measures roughly 1,995 square feet — meaning buyers get real, usable space for their money.
Over the past 12 months, 183 homes sold at a median price of $375,000, with sellers averaging about 96% of their asking price. The segment mix leans family-friendly: 20 active listings include pools, 17 are in gated communities, and 9 front water. Only one active listing is priced above $1 million, and there are currently just two new-construction listings, so the inventory skews toward existing homes.
Carrying costs are reasonable. The median HOA runs about $114 per month, and the median annual property tax is approximately $3,613. Keep in mind that some Parrish communities carry CDD fees on top of HOA dues, so always verify the full monthly and annual obligations for any specific home before you make an offer.
Getting around from the Virgil Mills Elementary zone
Parrish is positioned on the northern edge of Manatee County, which makes it a workable base for people who commute into the Tampa Bay metro. Downtown Tampa is roughly 50 minutes away by car under typical conditions, and Tampa International Airport sits at about 58 minutes.
Regional travel typically relies on Interstate 75, the main north-south artery connecting Manatee County to Tampa, Sarasota, and beyond. That access is a big part of why Parrish has grown so quickly — buyers can live in a newer, more affordable community while still reaching major employment centers and the airport in under an hour.
As with any growing area, plan for traffic to build during peak commute hours. Still, for buyers who want more house and a quieter setting while staying connected to the metro, the drive times here are competitive with many closer-in suburbs.
Is the Virgil Mills Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for families and value-minded buyers who want newer, spacious homes, pools, and gated options without paying premium coastal prices. With a median sold price of $375,000 and roughly $205 per square foot, the area delivers more square footage per dollar than many Tampa Bay markets, and reasonable HOA and tax figures keep carrying costs manageable.
The trade-offs are worth weighing honestly. Commutes to downtown Tampa and the airport run close to an hour, and some communities carry CDD fees in addition to HOA dues. New-construction inventory is thin at the moment — just two active listings — so buyers set on a brand-new home may need patience or flexibility.
On balance, the market favors prepared buyers: homes take about 55 days to sell and sellers average 96% of asking, which leaves genuine room to negotiate. If a growing, family-oriented Parrish community with good school access and attainable pricing fits your plans, this zone deserves a close look — start by exploring Parrish homes for sale and confirming the attendance zone for any address that interests you.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$95,000
3307 EILEEN DRIVE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 1 ba · 684 sqft
$675,800
3843 59TH AVENUE CIRCLE E, ELLENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,867 sqft
$624,900
3839 59TH AVENUE CIRCLE E, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,211 sqft
$569,900
8830 39TH STREET CIRCLE E, PARRISH
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,806 sqft
$460,000
6122 BROAD RIVER RUN, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,994 sqft
$399,900
4810 69TH COURT E, PALMETTO
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,070 sqft
$375,000
6010 BROAD RIVER RUN, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,067 sqft
$349,000
8012 LAKE DRIVE, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,413 sqft
$254,900
5520 82ND AVENUE E, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,184 sqft
$140,000
3329 EILEEN DRIVE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,096 sqft
$215,000
8313 NANCY LANE, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft
$58,500
3323 BONNIE DRIVE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 1 ba · 576 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Virgil Mills Elementary School market
182
Sold, last 12 months
$375,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
50 days
Median time to sell
Virgil Mills Elementary School vs Ellenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Virgil Mills Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Virgil Mills Elementary School home
≈ $2,727/mo
$399,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$111/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
14,063
Median age
51
Median income
$93,080
Median home value
$271,759
Beyond the listings
Living in Virgil Mills Elementary School
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Straight answers
Virgil Mills Elementary School FAQs
Is the Virgil Mills Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits families and buyers who want newer, spacious homes in a growing part of northern Manatee County without downtown prices. With pools on 20 active listings and gated options on 17, there's a strong family-oriented inventory. Proximity to schools like Barbara A Harvey Elementary School adds to the appeal for households with kids.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's relatively attainable for Tampa Bay — the median list price is $399,900 and the median sold price over the past year was $375,000. Average pricing sits near $205 per square foot, so a typical 1,995-square-foot home stays in reach for many buyers. Listings span a wide range, from $58,500 up to $1,400,000.
What do homes cost in the zone?+
Expect a median around $375,000 to $399,900, with the full active range running from about $58,500 to $1.4 million. The median home is roughly 1,995 square feet at approximately $205 per square foot. Only one active listing is priced above $1 million, so this remains largely a mid-market area.
How is the market right now?+
It's moderately paced: 82 homes are active and the median listing takes about 55 days to sell. Sellers are getting roughly 96% of asking on average, which signals steady demand with genuine room to negotiate. You can watch current activity on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $114 per month, which is reasonable for a Parrish community with amenities. The median annual property tax is around $3,613. Always confirm the specific HOA dues and any CDD fees for a given community, since they vary across Parrish's newer developments.
What are the schools like?+
Virgil Mills Elementary anchors this attendance zone, and nearby feeder schools include Buffalo Creek Middle School and Parrish Community High School. Other elementary options in the area include Barbara A Harvey, Annie Lucy Williams, and Gene Witt. Because boundaries change, confirm the exact zone for any specific address directly with the Manatee County school district.
How is the commute from here?+
Parrish is a commuter-friendly spot on the northern edge of Manatee County, with downtown Tampa about 50 minutes away. Tampa International Airport runs roughly 58 minutes. It's a realistic base for Tampa Bay workers who want more house for their money.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes, though inventory is limited — just two active listings are flagged as new construction right now. Parrish overall is one of the region's busiest growth corridors, so new-build options come and go quickly. Browse current Parrish homes for sale to catch new releases as they hit the market.
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