Homes zoned forWilliam H. Bashaw Elementary
East Bradenton living with room to breathe
136
Homes for sale
$402,500
Median list price
$268
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
The William H. Bashaw Elementary zone sits in Bradenton's growing east side, where Manatee County's suburban neighborhoods still back up to water and open land. It's a practical, family-friendly slice of the area — a mix of established streets, gated communities, and newer builds that draw buyers who want space without drifting too far from the Gulf coast's beaches and the Tampa Bay job market. Many homes here fall inside the attendance zones for schools like Martha B. King Middle School and W. D. Sugg Middle School, which is a draw for households planning ahead.
For buyers today, this is one of the more approachable corners of the Bradenton homes for sale market. The median list price sits at $405,000 with 135 active listings, and homes are taking a median 55 days to sell — enough time to negotiate, since sellers are getting about 95% of asking. You'll find everything from entry-level homes to 21 listings above $1M, and the live map is the fastest way to see how those segments shake out street by street.
William H. Bashaw Elementary is an attendance zone in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$37,500 – $3.5M price range
1,664 sqft median home
$200/mo median HOA
$2,500/mo median rent
333 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone
The William H. Bashaw Elementary zone covers a stretch of Bradenton's east and inland neighborhoods in Manatee County, where suburban development meets pockets of water and open land. It's a part of the area that appeals to buyers who want a yard, a manageable commute, and reasonable access to the Gulf coast beaches without paying barrier-island prices. The housing stock ranges widely, from modest homes and condos to gated communities and larger waterfront properties.
This is practical, everyday Florida living rather than a resort enclave. Families are drawn by the school zones, while downsizers and investors find the price points and rental potential workable — the median rent sits around $2,400 a month. The 42 active gated listings and 37 pool homes show that there's a lifestyle layer here too, for buyers who want managed neighborhoods or outdoor space.
Because the zone spans several types of neighborhoods, it rewards buyers who shop with a clear list of priorities. Someone after waterfront has 32 options to weigh, while a value-focused buyer can work the lower end of the price range. Walking the streets and using the live map helps you see how the segments cluster.
Schools for homes in the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone
This zone is anchored by William H. Bashaw Elementary, and it's the elementary assignment that gives the area its name for many buyers. For older students, nearby middle and high school assignments in the Bradenton area include Martha B. King Middle School and W. D. Sugg Middle School, along with Bayshore High School and Lakewood Ranch High School.
School attendance boundaries in Manatee County are redrawn periodically as neighborhoods grow and enrollment shifts. A home that falls within one assignment today may be reassigned later, and boundaries do not always follow obvious street lines.
For that reason, never assume a specific address is zoned to a particular school based on a listing alone. Confirm the current assignment directly with the Manatee County school district before you make an offer, especially if a specific school is driving your decision.
Homes for sale in the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone: prices and housing
The zone currently has 135 active listings with a median list price of $405,000. Prices stretch from $37,500 at the entry end to $3,500,000 at the top, so the market covers starter units through high-end waterfront estates. Average price per square foot runs about $271, and the median home is around 1,650 square feet — a comfortable size for a family without being oversized.
Recent activity backs up the pricing: 332 homes sold over the last 12 months at a median of $400,000, with sellers collecting about 95% of asking on average. That sale-to-list ratio signals a market that isn't overheated but isn't soft either. The segments break down into 32 waterfront, 37 pool, 42 gated, and 21 homes priced above $1M, giving buyers distinct lanes to shop in.
New construction is limited here, with just 4 active new-build listings, so most buyers will be looking at resale homes. On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $200 per month — reflecting the number of gated and managed communities — and median property tax runs roughly $4,185 per year. Both figures vary widely by neighborhood and home, so always verify them for the specific property you're considering.
Getting around from the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone
The zone's inland Bradenton position makes it a reasonable base for buyers who split time between Manatee County and the wider Tampa Bay region. Downtown Tampa is about a 50-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport (TPA) sits roughly 59 minutes away, which keeps air travel and north-county jobs within range.
Local errands, the Gulf beaches, and Bradenton's own employment centers are closer in than the Tampa commute. The area relies on the standard Manatee County road network, and drive times will shift with rush-hour traffic on the main corridors.
As with any Florida suburb, the honest advice is to test your own commute at the times you'll actually drive it. A 50-minute midday run to Tampa can look very different during morning and evening peaks, so factor that in before committing to a daily trek.
Is the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for buyers who want suburban Bradenton space at a moderate price, with the flexibility to choose between waterfront, pool homes, and gated communities. The median price near $405,000 and the broad range beneath it mean both first-time buyers and move-up families can find footing. Reasonable HOA and tax figures keep the ongoing costs predictable at this price point.
The trade-offs are worth naming. New construction is scarce with only 4 active listings, so buyers set on a brand-new home will have thin pickings and may need patience. The Tampa commute, at roughly 50 minutes to downtown, is manageable but real — this is better for people whose daily life centers on Manatee County than for hardcore Tampa commuters.
For buyers who value choice, a balanced negotiating position, and a range of neighborhood types in one zone, the Bashaw area delivers. Start with the active inventory on the live map, confirm school assignments for your target address, and let the 55-day median market pace work in your favor rather than against it.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$340,000
4738 RAINTREE STREET CIRCLE E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,866 sqft
$1,290,000
715 OAK STREET, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,294 sqft
$1,275,000
4741 MAINSAIL DRIVE, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,583 sqft
$1,049,900
4210 E 14 AVE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,170 sqft
$675,000
3685 TURNING TIDES TERRACE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,313 sqft
$615,000
163 AMERICAS CUP BOULEVARD, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,947 sqft
$574,900
4716 4TH AVENUE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,096 sqft
$550,000
3624 TURNING TIDES TERRACE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,289 sqft
$450,000
4409 3RD AVENUE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,780 sqft
$449,900
1226 50TH STREET E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,650 sqft
$439,000
4829 14TH AVENUE E, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,310 sqft
$393,250
5210 SAN PALERMO DRIVE, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,260 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The William H. Bashaw Elementary market
333
Sold, last 12 months
$400,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
55 days
Median time to sell
William H. Bashaw Elementary vs Ellenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 7.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the William H. Bashaw Elementary boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median William H. Bashaw Elementary home
≈ $2,858/mo
$402,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$200/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
20,633
Median age
51
Median income
$76,790
Median home value
$323,660
Beyond the listings
Living in William H. Bashaw Elementary
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Straight answers
William H. Bashaw Elementary FAQs
Is the William H. Bashaw Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want suburban space on Bradenton's east side with reasonable access to beaches and the Tampa Bay region. The mix of established homes, gated communities, and waterfront options makes it flexible for families and downsizers alike. You can browse the full set of active homes on the live map to get a feel for the neighborhoods.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
The median list price is $405,000, which is moderate for the Bradenton area and far below the top end of the range. There's genuine spread — listings start as low as $37,500 and climb to $3,500,000, with 21 homes currently above $1M. That means buyers at most budgets have something to look at.
What do homes cost in the Bashaw zone?+
Expect a median around $405,000 to list and $400,000 for recent sales, at roughly $271 per square foot on a median 1,650-square-foot home. Over the last 12 months, 332 homes sold, so there's a healthy track record to price against.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced market leaning slightly toward buyers. Homes are taking a median 55 days to sell and sellers are netting about 95% of asking, which gives you negotiating room. With 135 active listings, there's enough choice that you don't have to rush.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $200 per month, reflecting the 42 gated communities in the zone, though plenty of non-HOA homes exist too. Median property tax is roughly $4,185 per year. Always confirm the exact HOA and tax figures for a specific address before you write an offer.
What schools serve this zone?+
This is the William H. Bashaw Elementary attendance zone, and nearby assignments include Martha B. King Middle School, W. D. Sugg Middle School, and Bayshore High School. Because attendance boundaries change, confirm the assigned schools for any specific address directly with the Manatee County school district.
What's the commute like?+
Downtown Tampa is about a 50-minute drive and Tampa International Airport (TPA) runs roughly 59 minutes, making this workable for Tampa Bay commuters who want more house for the money. Bradenton's local employers and the Gulf beaches are closer in. Traffic on the main corridors can vary, so test your personal drive at rush hour.
Is there new construction available?+
There are 4 new-construction listings active in the zone right now, so options exist but they're limited. Most inventory is resale, including waterfront and pool homes. If a new build matters to you, it's worth checking Bradenton homes for sale regularly since new listings turn over.
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