Homes for sale · Palmetto, FloridaArtisan Lakes Esplanade
Resort-style living between the bays in Manatee County
38
Homes for sale
$537,500
Median list price
$253
Avg price / sqft
105
Median days on market
Artisan Lakes Esplanade is a gated, amenity-driven community in Palmetto, built around lakes and a resort-style clubhouse feel that suits buyers who want a lock-and-leave lifestyle without giving up space. It draws a mix of full-time families and seasonal residents who like being within reach of both Tampa Bay and the Gulf beaches while still having their own quiet pocket of Manatee County. The homes here lean toward comfortable single-family layouts, and the gated entry and lake views are a big part of the appeal.
For a buyer today, the market reads as patient rather than frantic: 38 homes are active with a median list price of $537,500, and the median home sits for about 104 days before selling. Over the last year 67 homes closed at a median of $465,000, with sellers collecting about 97% of asking — meaning there's room to negotiate but not fire-sale pricing. If you're also weighing other parts of town, it's worth comparing against the broader pool of Palmetto homes for sale and nearby options like Trevesta before you commit.
Artisan Lakes Esplanade is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$325,000 – $940K price range
2,073 sqft median home
$520/mo median HOA
$2,700/mo median rent
67 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Artisan Lakes Esplanade
Artisan Lakes Esplanade is a planned, gated community in Palmetto, set in the northern reaches of Manatee County where Tampa Bay's southern edge meets the quieter inland towns. It's built around lakes and a resort-style community feel, which gives it a cohesive, master-planned character rather than the piecemeal mix of older neighborhoods. Buyers here are typically drawn to the combination of privacy, water views and amenities within walking distance of their front door.
The community suits a broad range of residents — families who want newer homes and good space, as well as seasonal and semi-retired buyers who like the lock-and-leave convenience of a gated setting. With no active 55+ restriction, it stays multi-generational, and the mix of pool homes and lake lots gives it a vacation-adjacent feel year-round. Life here leans toward the comfortable and low-key.
Its position in Palmetto means you get a slower pace than the Tampa and St. Petersburg sides of the bay while still being within commuting distance of both. The Gulf beaches of the broader region are a reasonable drive, and the surrounding area offers the everyday services most households need. It's a practical choice for anyone who wants newer, amenity-rich living without paying urban prices.
Neighborhoods and communities in Artisan Lakes Esplanade
Artisan Lakes Esplanade itself is one distinct pocket within Palmetto's wider collection of neighborhoods, and it helps to understand what sits around it. To the east you'll find West Ellenton, an area with its own established character and a different price and lifestyle mix. Comparing these nearby areas helps a buyer calibrate what Artisan Lakes Esplanade offers in return for its HOA and gated setting.
For buyers who want to weigh another master-planned option, Trevesta is a useful comparison point in the same part of Palmetto, offering a similar amenity-driven feel. If your taste runs more toward historic charm and walkability, the Palmetto Historic District delivers an entirely different experience closer to the older core of town.
At the other end of the spectrum, communities like Tropic Isles Mobile Home Estates and Thousand Oaks round out the range of lifestyles available in and around Palmetto. The takeaway is that Artisan Lakes Esplanade occupies a specific niche — gated, lake-oriented and newer — and touring a couple of the surrounding communities is the fastest way to confirm it's the right fit before you write an offer.
Homes for sale in Artisan Lakes Esplanade: prices and housing
The current market shows 38 active listings with a median list price of $537,500 and a range that runs from about $325,000 to $939,900. The average price works out to roughly $253 per square foot, and the median home is about 2,073 square feet — a sign that this is a market of comfortable, family-sized single-family homes rather than small starter product. Over the past 12 months, 67 homes have sold at a median price of $465,000.
That gap between the median list and median sold price, along with a median 104 days on market, tells you this is a patient market where well-priced homes trade and ambitiously priced ones sit. Sellers are averaging about 97% of their asking price, so there's room to negotiate but not a collapse in values. Among the active listings, 23 are gated, 10 have private pools and 6 are waterfront, which gives buyers meaningful choices on lifestyle features.
On the cost-of-ownership side, the median HOA is about $520 a month and median property taxes run around $6,289 a year — both numbers you should fold into your budget from the start, since the HOA covers the community's gated access and amenities. There are currently no active listings over $1 million and no active new-construction homes, so this is largely a resale market in the mid-to-upper Palmetto range. That makes it accessible to move-up buyers without reaching into true luxury pricing.
Schools in Artisan Lakes Esplanade
Artisan Lakes Esplanade falls within the Manatee County school system, and the most commonly assigned schools include James Tillman Elementary Magnet School at the elementary level and both Buffalo Creek Middle School and Lincoln Middle School at the middle-school level. For high school, Palmetto High School is the most common assignment for the area.
Because this is a magnet- and zone-based district, the exact school a given address feeds into can vary, and assignments are subject to change year to year. If schools are a priority in your decision, it's worth confirming the current zoning for the specific home you're considering directly with the Manatee County school district.
Beyond the assigned public schools, families often weigh magnet and choice options available through the county, which is why verifying boundaries early matters. Don't rely on a listing's stated school assignment alone — check the official district tool before you make an offer so there are no surprises at enrollment.
Getting around Artisan Lakes Esplanade
The community's location in northern Manatee County puts it within reach of the Tampa Bay employment centers while keeping the quieter pace of Palmetto. Downtown Tampa is roughly a 41-minute drive, which makes the community a realistic option for buyers who work in the Bay area but want more home for their money. Tampa International Airport is about 53 minutes away, workable for frequent travelers though not a quick hop.
Day-to-day, you'll rely on a car for errands, school runs and commuting, as is typical for a master-planned Florida community of this type. The regional highway network that links Palmetto to Tampa and the Gulf beaches is the backbone of most trips, so your commute will hinge on traffic timing rather than distance.
For buyers coming from denser urban areas, the trade-off is clear: you give up walkability in exchange for space, newer homes and lower density. If a sub-30-minute commute is non-negotiable, you'll want to test-drive the route to your workplace at rush hour before committing.
Is Artisan Lakes Esplanade a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Artisan Lakes Esplanade delivers a lot of what people move to Florida for: a gated community with lake views, pool homes and a resort-style feel, all at a median list price around $537,500 rather than true luxury money. The patient market — about 104 days on market and sellers getting roughly 97% of asking — means buyers have time to shop carefully and negotiate. It's an especially strong fit for move-up families and seasonal residents who value amenities and security.
The honest trade-offs are the carrying costs and the location. A median HOA near $520 a month and property taxes around $6,289 a year add up, so you're paying for the lifestyle and upkeep that the gated setting provides. The commute to downtown Tampa at about 41 minutes and the airport at 53 minutes is manageable but not short, and like most communities of this kind, you'll be driving everywhere.
Weigh it against nearby options — from the amenity-rich feel of Trevesta to the character of the Palmetto Historic District — and the picture gets clearer. If you want newer, gated, water-oriented living with room to negotiate and you're comfortable with the HOA and commute, Artisan Lakes Esplanade is a solid, well-defined choice in the Palmetto market.
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Homes for sale in Artisan Lakes Esplanade
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$929,000
10003 BATCHELDER TERRACE, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,954 sqft
$750,000
4508 CRESTPOINT WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,279 sqft
$649,900
10111 CRAFTSMAN PARK WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,379 sqft
$390,000
5403 RUSHMERE COURT, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,582 sqft
$459,900
4732 CRESTPOINT WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,812 sqft
$525,000
9765 HIGHLAND PARK PLACE, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,925 sqft
$635,000
4725 CRESTPOINT WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,812 sqft
$885,000
4514 STICKLEY COURT, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,161 sqft
$395,000$410,000
4705 STAFFORD COURT, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,920 sqft
$470,000
10542 PIEDRA DRIVE, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,636 sqft
$629,900$649,900
11112 DEVONBRIDGE DRIVE, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,896 sqft
$675,000$693,500
4532 CRESTPOINT WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,275 sqft
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The Artisan Lakes Esplanade market
67
Sold, last 12 months
$465,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
59 days
Median time to sell
Artisan Lakes Esplanade vs Palmetto
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Schools Artisan Lakes Esplanade is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Artisan Lakes Esplanade home
≈ $4,086/mo
$537,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$520/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,700/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,934
Median age
55
Median income
$134,683
Median home value
$476,900
Beyond the listings
Living in Artisan Lakes Esplanade
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Lifestyles
Top 8% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% 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 15% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Beliefs
Top 18% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Artisan Lakes Esplanade FAQs
Is Artisan Lakes Esplanade a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a gated, amenity-oriented community with lake views and private pools — 23 of the 38 active homes are gated and 10 have pools. The pace is relaxed and family-friendly, and it balances suburban quiet with reasonable access to Tampa Bay. If you like a more urban, walkable setting, you'd compare it against the Palmetto Historic District.
Is Artisan Lakes Esplanade expensive?+
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for Palmetto, with a median list price of $537,500 and closings over the past year at a median of $465,000. Active listings run from $325,000 up to $939,900, so there's a spread depending on size, lot and water view. There are currently no listings over $1 million, so this isn't the luxury tier of the market.
What do homes cost in Artisan Lakes Esplanade?+
Expect a median list price around $537,500 and an average of about $253 per square foot, with a median home size near 2,073 square feet. The 67 sales in the past year closed at a median of $465,000, which tells you the gap between asking and reality. Compare these figures with nearby Trevesta if you want a sense of relative value.
How is the market right now?+
It's a measured market — 38 homes are active and the median sits about 104 days before going under contract. Sellers are getting roughly 97% of asking on average, so pricing is firm but there's room to negotiate. Buyers who aren't in a rush have real leverage here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $520 a month, which reflects the gated access and community amenities. Median property taxes are around $6,289 a year. Budget for both on top of your mortgage, since the HOA here is a meaningful line item compared with non-gated parts of Palmetto.
What schools are assigned to Artisan Lakes Esplanade?+
The most commonly assigned schools include James Tillman Elementary Magnet School, Buffalo Creek Middle School, Lincoln Middle School and Palmetto High School. School zones can shift, so confirm the current assignment for a specific address with the Manatee County school district before you buy.
How is the commute from Artisan Lakes Esplanade?+
Downtown Tampa is about 41 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 53 minutes, which makes the community workable for Bay-area commuters and frequent flyers. Day-to-day errands and the Gulf beaches are closer in. If a shorter commute matters, factor those drive times into your search.
Is there new construction in Artisan Lakes Esplanade?+
There are currently no active new-construction listings in the community, so most of what's on the market is resale. That said, inventory turns over — 67 homes sold in the past year — so new listings do appear regularly. Keep an eye on the broader Palmetto homes for sale feed for newer product nearby.
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